478 Search Results for "health "

Union in Puerto Rico makes economic demands

Union contract negotiations took place on Friday October 15 at the ILA building. On Thursday, the day before the negotiations, the Union's Negotiating Committee met and agreed on an initial wage proposal consisting of: an across-the- board raise of $.60 per hour for non-tipped employees and $.30 per hour for tipped employees, and a plan for closing the wide gap between wage rates paid to employee within the same job classifications.

Wall Street Journal: Union Hotel Workers in New York Suburbs Score Biggest Pay Raise in 100 Years

Last week, our Union’s leadership announced a new Greater Regional Industry Wide Agreement (“GRIWA” for short) for nearly 7,000 members who work in Northern New Jersey, Westchester, Upstate New York, and Long Island. The Wall Street Journal released an exclusive about the groundbreaking new contract on Monday, highlighting the historic wage increases and benefits. Read more...

Meet the Candidates for New York City Mayor

In November 2021, New Yorkers will elect the next mayor of New York City. Not only will the next mayor have the power to enforce the legislation that our Union has fought tirelessly to get passed over the last decade, but they will also oversee the reopening of our local economy after this global crisis.

2013 Hotel Workers Walkathon Raises Cash for Children’s Aid Society

Hundreds of New York City hotel industry employees made lives better for children by participating in the 22nd annual Hotel Workers Walkathon earlier this month. The money raised by the event will benefit a the renowned non-profit organization, the Children’s Aid Society.

Jose Reynald C. Andres, Mandarin Oriental

We are saddened by the passing of Jose Reynald C. Andres, a cook at the Mandarin Oriental. Jose lost his battle to COVID-19 on April 2nd, 2020.

Jose’s friend and Union Delegate, William Seneewong, remembers Jose as a great friend, loyal coworker, and a strong union member. “I trained Jose when he first came to the Mandarin in 2004. Since then, we worked side-by-side everyday and he became like a brother to me. He was an amazing worker. Jose was always there to back up his coworkers and stood with the Union one hundred percent.” 

Read the full tribute to Jose here.

Union Victory! HTC wins a contract at the Hilton Albany

After a four-month long boycott and picket line, HTC has won a contract for the 146 workers at the Hilton Albany hotel.

Notice to Participants in the Hotel Trades Council and Hotel Association of NYC, Inc. Pension Fund

You recently received a Notice to Interested Parties—called a Form 3500 filing, informing you that our pension fund will undergo an audit by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). We wish to assure you that this is a routine notice that is legally required to be sent out every few years.

AFL-CIO elects Richard Trumka as new president

Richard Trumka was elected the next president of the largest labor federation in the United States, the AFL-CIO, on September 16, 2009.

Update: Senate passes $2 trillion stimulus plan; bill moves to the House for a vote

March 25, 2020 7:30 PM

The $2 trillion dollar stimulus bill will now move to the House, which is expected to take up the bill and pass it on Friday. At that point it will be sent to the President for his signature. Once it is signed it will become law.

HTC Backs Budget Proposals to Help New York State Casinos

This week, the New York State Senate and Assembly are negotiating over the state budget. Up for negotiation are two proposals that would provide desperately needed relief to New York's casinos. Our Union is urging New York State take action to help New York’s casinos and protect thousands of our members in the gaming industry. Read more...