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Obama to uphold labor rights in deals with federal contractors
August 8, 2014 11:35 AM
President Obama is pressing forward with a series of actions intended to improve living and workplace standards for working Americans. The president is set to sign an order that may motivate federal contractors to more closely adhere to federal labor law.
Labor Board issues important ruling on franchising
August 8, 2014 10:30 AM
The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) ruled that McDonald’s can be held jointly liable for the wage and labor violations of its franchise operators. Franchising, a wide-spread business model in the fast food industry, and a rapidly growing business model in the hospitality industry, is a tool companies like McDonald’s can use to side-step the legal liability associated with violating U.S. labor law and to stymie employees’ attempts to unionize.
Paid sick leave comes to New York City
August 8, 2014 9:40 AM
After July 30, New York City employees working for a company with at least five employees will have access to earned sick time.
Members Vote To Raise Dues (Photos)
August 1, 2014 3:35 PM
On Thursday, July 24 HTC members voted, by an overwhelming majority to approve an increase in union dues. More than 6,500 members voted at seven different locations to approve this dues increase.
Members Vote Overwhelmingly for Dues Increase
August 1, 2014 2:10 PM
On Thursday, July 24 HTC members voted, by an overwhelming majority to approve an increase in union dues. More than 6,500 members voted at seven different locations to approve this dues increase. In the final count, 89.9 percent of those who voted approved the dues increase—a remarkable demonstration of the memberships’ commitment to keep the union strong and to organize the non-union hotel industry.
Hyatt Times Square newly unionized
June 16, 2014 2:20 PM
On June June 5, 2014 the workers at the Hyatt Times Square officially became members of the Hotel Trades Council. Room Attendant Lorena Garcia commented “I can’t tell you how thrilled I am about this. This is a great new hotel, and now that we all have the union, I know I will have stability at this job in the future.”
Button Up!
June 12, 2014 1:39 PM
Always wear your union button on the job! Let 50,000 visitors every year know New York is a union town. Remember this union is only as strong as its members, and all of the members who came before.
De Blasio cites HTC healthcare plan as a model for New York City
June 11, 2014 5:46 PM
New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio commended the Hotel Trades Council health care system in a conversation with journalists from WYNC marking his first 100 days in office. De Blasio highlighted the HTC system’s exceptional efficiency and cost-effectiveness, which it achieves by providing all healthcare services under one roof.
Understanding Division A Renewals
May 19, 2014 2:48 PM
This week’s edition of Hotel Voice reminds members that the deadline for submitting applications to the Hotel Trades Council’s Division A scholarship program is May 31. That date is also the deadline for applying for Division A scholarship renewals.
Over 250 HTC members attend BUNY rally for union jobs and safer working conditions
April 23, 2014 9:56 AM
Over 250 HTC members turned out at Borough Hall to rally for union jobs and safer working conditions. HTC joined many other unions as a part of Build Up NYC to get the word out. Two workers have died at construction sites in Brooklyn in the last two months and union members came forward to say enough!
Flood of new hotels creates insecurities in NYC hospitality industry
April 15, 2014 10:36 AM
The hotel market is strong and on the upswing in New York City, with occupancy rates on a steady rise since 2009. The strong market means average room rates in current hotels are predicted to rise in the next year. But, as industry consultants are reminding hoteliers, the market is unpredictable.
Union busting cereal-maker Kellogg’s locks out workers fighting for fair contract
April 10, 2014 10:59 AM
On October 22, 2013 Kellogg's locked out their union employees for rejecting the company's efforts to impose a plan under which all new workers would be employed as casual and part time with no assurance of work, significantly lower pay and a dramatic cut in benefits. Kellogg's calls this 'The New Workforce of the Future'.
HTC supports 32BJ at rally for fair contract
April 4, 2014 10:06 AM
On April 2nd, nearly 600 HTC members marched up Park Avenue with several other unions to show solidarity with 32BJ and their demand for a fair contract. The property service union’s contract expires on April 20th. With 32BJ's 70,000 NYC members facing increasing costs of living, the new contract would ensure that these union members will continue to provide for their families.
HTC members join de Blasio in Albany to lobby for Universal Pre-K
March 5, 2014 5:50 PM
Hundreds of HTC members attended Mayor Bill de Blasio's rally in Albany on Tuesday March 4th, to urge New York State legislators to vote in favor of de Blasio's plan for Universal Pre-K.
Show solidarity and support your Union on Tuesday March 4th, 2014!
February 21, 2014 8:55 AM
Show solidarity and support your Union on Tuesday March 4th, 2014! Rally in Albany to support the universal pre-k education initiative. Buses leave 6:30 am from Union headquarters and return around 6pm. For more information and to confirm your attendance, call HEAT Supervisor Andrea Kluger at 917-608-3602. The Union Fight is your Fight!
How One Homeless Woman Helped Double the Paychecks of 1,400 Workers
December 20, 2013 3:48 PM
Clarion Empire by Meadowlands Workers Unanimously Ratify First HTC Contract
December 2, 2013 10:37 AM
Jubilant workers at the Clarion Empire Hotel by Meadowlands in Secaucus, New Jersey unanimously ratified their first HTC Union contract on Thursday, November 21st. It is by far the best contract ever won for the workers at the Clarion, who were previously represented by the (now defunct) Local 96 until 2010. The new contract doubles yearly wage increases for workers, substantially expands their rights and protections, and guarantees free health care for the life of the contract.
Midtown East rezoning proposal Is halted
November 19, 2013 9:32 AM
On Wednesday November 12th, 2013 the proposal to rezone Midtown East was halted, when it became clear that the New York City Council was going to reject the proposal as it was currently designed. Mayor-elect Bill de Blasio and other elected officials said the plan will be revisited next year, when changes are sure to be made.
IUF and HTC rally to support Turkish aviation workers
November 7, 2013 12:53 PM
On Friday November 8th, 2013 HTC rallied to show solidarity with 305 dismissed aviation workers in Turkey. The rally took place in front of the Empire State building where Turkish Airlines American corporate offices are based. HTC staff and members, along with IUF and Unite Here staff, chanted and raised the IUF flag high, sending a strong message to the workers that union members in New York support their struggle.
Bill de Blasio elected mayor by landslide margin
November 6, 2013
On November 5th, 2013 New Yorkers showed that they are ready for progressive change. By a landslide margin of 49%, they voted to make Bill de Blasio our city’s next Mayor. This resounding victory sent a message that New Yorkers want change, giving de Blasio a clear mandate to tackle the affordable housing crisis, education, and to repair the relationship between New Yorkers and the City's Police Force.
