Hotel Voice
The Future of Medicare Is on the Line in Budget/Debt Battle in Washington
October 14, 2013 9:37 AM
While Democrats and Republicans have continued to battle in Washington over the federal budget and the so-called debt ceiling, leading to a shutdown of the federal government, conservatives are using the fight as an opportunity to try to include what they call “entitlement reform” in the discussion.
Union Urges “YES” Vote on New York State Gaming Referendum
October 7, 2013 3:12 PM
New York State residents will be deciding on more than various elected offices when they vote this year on November 5. They will also decide whether they want casino gaming in New York State. The Union believes this is a very important issue and it urges members to vote “YES” on the casino gaming referendum.
Let’s Look At The Issues
October 7, 2013 3:07 PM
Two years ago, the state of California was close to being declared a national disaster area. Governor Arnold Schwarzennegger had left the state with a staggering $28 billion budget deficit. Unemployment was in double digit territory. Air quality in the southern part of the state was so bad it led David Letterman to say, “Fall is my favorite season in Los Angeles, watching the birds change color and fall from the trees.”
More Classes Scheduled to Help Members Quit Smoking
October 7, 2013 3:00 PM
Still smoking? Help is available. Is there someone in your family who smokes? Help is available for them, too.
Men’s Health Awareness Week 2013
October 7, 2013 2:56 PM
As this edition of Hotel Voice was being written, Men’s Health Awareness Week was taking place at the Health and Dental Centers, providing members with a convenient opportunity to get a mini-checkup.
Waldorf-Astoria Is 2013 Soccer Champion
October 7, 2013 2:52 PM
Congratulations to the Waldorf-Astoria’s soccer team. They are the champions of the Hotel Employees Soccer League, courtesy of a big win over the powerful Carlyle Hotel team.
2013 Hotel Workers Walkathon Raises Cash for Children’s Aid Society
September 30, 2013 1:11 PM
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.
Writing Contest Awards
September 30, 2013 1:08 PM
Awards from the 2013 writing contest were distributed last month in a ceremony attended by Peter Ward and the competition’s sponsor, Donald Rubin of the Shirley and Donald Rubin Foundation. All but one of the winners attended, as did proud parents and other family members. Here, Peter Ward congratulates the winners and expresses appreciation for the excellence of the entries they submitted.
Local 6 Member to Star in NJ Opera
September 30, 2013 12:01 PM
Local 6 member Edgar Jaramillo will be appearing in a leading role in Cavalleria Rustica, an 1890 one-act opera masterpiece composed by Pietro Mascagni. Jaramillo, a tenor who works at Brittany Hall when he is not singing, will have the role of Turiddu.
Hotel Workers Walkathon Photo Album
September 30, 2013 11:59 AM
As we report in this edition of Hotel Voice , the 2013 Hotel Workers Walkathon drew hundreds of participants who helped raise money for the Children’s Aid Society.
Christine Quinn Endorses Bill de Blasio for Mayor
September 23, 2013 1:22 PM
New York City Council Speaker Christine Quinn has endorsed Bill de Blasio for Mayor. The endorsement took place on the steps of City Hall this week, top photo, with a group of Hotel Trades Council members present.
Reminder: Men’s Health Awareness Week Is Taking Place This Week
September 23, 2013 1:19 PM
The 2013 Men’s Health Awareness Week takes place at the Health and Dental Centers next week, Monday through Friday, September 30 through October 4. No appointments are necessary for men to visit the Health and Dental Centers to take advantage of the benefits offered by this special event.
Doorpersons and bellpersons overwhelmingly ratify porterage agreement
September 23, 2013 12:53 PM
An agreement between the Union and the Hotel Association will result in higher earnings for hundreds of members of door and bell staffs at non-residential hotels that do group trade. The agreement was ratified overwhelmingly in a secret ballot vote held on Thursday, September 12. A total of 285 members — or 98 percent of those who cast ballots — voted in favor of the agreement.
Let’s Look at the Issues
September 23, 2013 12:52 PM
Many years ago that wonderful blues artist Billie Holiday sang the words, “Them that’s got shall get, them that’s not shall lose, so the Bible says and it still is news.” Well, 70 years later it really is still news. The latest U.S. Census report has confirmed that the rich in the U.S. are getting richer and the poor are getting poorer. Making matters worse, the report also reveals that it isn’t just the poor who are getting poorer, the middle class is getting poorer, too. The number of people in the middle class is declining and the amount of money earned by members of the middle class is waning as well.
Local 6 Wins $80,000 in Back Pay at the New York Athletic Club
September 16, 2013 2:56 PM
The failure of management at the New York Athletic Club to pay overnight employees the meal allowance they were entitled to have resulted in Local 6 taking up the case.
Roosevelt Hotel Wins Softball Championship
September 16, 2013 1:46 PM
The Roughriders of the Roosevelt Hotel capped off an incredible return to the Hotel Employees Softball League with a come from behind series-deciding win over the defending champions, the Hilton New York. It is the Roosevelt’s first championship since 2005.
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Photographer Dan Miller Honored
September 16, 2013 1:37 PM
Last week’s Hotel Voice featured a number of photos from the Civil Rights era, along with an article that detailed the commitment to human rights that the Union has had since it was born, in 1938.
Unions unite to elect Bill de Blasio mayor of New York
September 16, 2013 12:53 PM
The results of primary day left our Union with a choice to make. But, as Peter Ward told a special Delegate Assembly meeting on Wednesday, September 11, the choice was not too difficult. The delegates enthusiastically agreed, and the Union is supporting the campaign of Bill de Blasio for Mayor of New York. Other unions are doing the same. In fact, while different unions endorsed different candidates leading up to the primary, almost all of them came together on the steps of Brooklyn’s Borough Hall on September 12 to say, “Bill de Blasio’s the one!”
Members Urged to Vote for Quinn, Stringer and Squadron on Primary Day
September 3, 2013 1:57 PM
“The future of our city is at stake.” That’s the way Hotel Trades Council President Peter Ward described this year’s political races on April 29, when the leading Democratic candidates for New York City Mayor and Public Advocate met with members of our Union at Gertrude Lane Auditorium. The message was clear then, and it is even more important now, as Primary Day approaches.
Over 3,800 Medical and Dental Visits Recorded for Kids Days 2013!
August 26, 2013 10:35 AM
There were more than 3,800 medical and dental visits recorded at the Health and Dental Centers for Kids Days 2013!
