MLK Jr. Campaign 2012 and The American Dream
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Each year, the commemoration of the birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. is a reminder of the remarkable contribution he made to all of us through his courageous defense of civil rights, human dignity …

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The Board of Estimates’ Annual Tax Payer’s Night Out
The Board of Estimates’ Annual Tax Payer’s Night Out

What: The Board of Estimates’ Annual Tax Payer’s Night Out
When: Wednesday April 13, 2011
Where: War Memorial – 101 N. Gay Street Baltimore, MD.
Come and voice your concern about the proposed layoffs/firing, reduction of community services …

McEntee on the Ryan Budget Plan: “Priorities that are out of touch with basic American values”
McEntee on the Ryan Budget Plan: “Priorities that are out of touch with basic American values”

“The budget plan released today by Representative Paul Ryan (R-WI) is a disaster for working people, retirees and those who rely on public services. It’s not a real solution to our budget problems. …

I AM A MAN

In 1968, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. died while defending AFSCME sanitation workers in Memphis who were fighting for their dignity and the right to collective bargaining. Today, public service workers are under attack again. …

We R One Action Centers

Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated on April 4, 1968, in Memphis, Tenn., where he was standing with sanitation workers demanding their dream of a better life. Today, the right to bargain collectively for a voice at work …

AFSCME: Balanced Budget Amendment “A Recipe for Economic Disaster
AFSCME: Balanced Budget Amendment “A Recipe for Economic Disaster

STATEMENT BY AFSCME PRESIDENT GERALD W. McENTEE ON THE SENATE INTRODUCTION OF A BALANCED BUDGET CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT
“At a time when Americans need to pull together to deal with the worst economic crisis since the …

2011 Maryland Pension Reform

Click here to download information related to the proposed pension change.

Your Pension is at risk!

Your PENSION is at RISK!
WHY: Restructuring Bill to fill State budget gaps.
BY WHO: The State Of Maryland
WHEN: NOW!!
Currently there is a proposal in Annapolis that will affect EVERY PARTICIPANT
in the State Pension program. This affects …

State Personnel – Collective Bargaining – Payment of Service Fees

We urge an unfavorable report on House Bill 884: State Personnel – Collective Bargaining – Payment of Service Fees because it would halt a long-standing efficient practice and is discriminatory.

Greater Homewood Community Corporation Presents 4th Annual Neighborhood Institute Building Blocks for Better Neighborhoods
Greater Homewood Community Corporation Presents 4th Annual Neighborhood Institute Building Blocks for Better Neighborhoods

Greater Homewood Community Corporation Presents 4th Annual Neighborhood Institute Building Blocks for Better Neighborhoods
Saturday, April 2
10:00am – 4:30 pm
Govans Presbyterian Church
5828 York Road
Schedule:

10:00-Registration
10:30-Kickoff Panel
12:00-Lunch
12:30-Workshops
3:45-Networking

Workshops will include:

Neighborhood Leaders’ Forum
Block Captain Training
Healthy Neighborhoods Loan Program
Code Enforcement
New Zoning …

Neighborhood Protests Against Annual Liquor License Renewals
Neighborhood Protests Against Annual Liquor License Renewals

Must file a petition with the Liquor Board with signatures of at least 10 residents in the vicinity of the liquor establishment. The petition must state that the community is
“protesting the renewal of the liquor license at [ADDRESS]” and must list SPECIFIC COMPLAINTS

March 14th: Keep The Promise Rally
March 14th: Keep The Promise Rally

Join us to protect your future! Save jobs and benefits.  See you in Annapolis! Wear your AFSCME Green!
Date: Monday, March 14
Time: 5pm (arrive early for parking)
Location: US Naval Stadium, 550 Taylor Avenue, Annapolis, MD, 21401
Guest …

Public School Seniors – Win Money for College!
Public School Seniors – Win Money for College!

Public High School Seniors — A chance for $1500 for college!
The Maryland Science Center is again offering two $1500 scholarships -The Dr. H. Bentley Glass Scholarships -to Baltimore City public high school students who will …