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AFSCME Local 3282: We make Peoria happen
AFSCME leadership swearing an oath to uphold social justice
AFSCME MEETINGS ARE ON THE THIRD THURSDAY OF EVERY MONTH 14050 N 83rd Ave, Suite 290, Peoria, AZ 85381 5:oo-6:00 PM Office evolution
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AFSCME 3282 Documentary
Fighting for America’s workers!
The Union Difference from President Lee Saundars
Student loan forgiveness is freedom. Our union supports helping Americans get out of debt. AFSCME works with colleges to get a discounted rate. This is the benefit of our union. AFSCME 3282 firmly believes in working with Republicans and Democrats for the future of the American worker. AFSCME believes Republicans and Democrats should work together for the common good of all Americans. We seek to bridge the political divide not separate the divide further.
AFSCME believes everyone should pay their fair share..
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Happy birthday to Fran, AFSCME’s amazing treasurer!
2025 - 2028 contract: Know your rights, Wages, and working conditions:Self accountability is the key to success
It is important to know your rights, responsibilities, benefits, and the policies that affect you and your job. If you have not done so yet, read the contract. Download a copy for yourself. Be informed. A copy is also on the Member Resources page, if needed.
Support the Public Service Freedom to Negotiate Act
It’s no secret that labor unions benefit working people across the country. Unions remain the most effective vehicle for the power in numbers working people need to secure their rights and freedoms, strengthen their communities and provide a pathway to the middle class.
The Public Service Freedom to Negotiate Act gives public service workers the freedom to join together in a union to win respect and fair treatment on the job.
We all deserve the freedom to join together in strong unions. Call your member of Congress at 1-833-969-0551 and tell them to support the Public Service Freedom to Negotiate Act. #PSFN
AFSCME president lauds American Rescue Plan, but says more needs to be done
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Did you know...?
Do you know what labor unions have made possible? A list of benefits made possible by the work and dedication of labor unions...
1. Weekends without work
2. All work breaks, including lunch breaks
3. Paid vacation
4. Family & Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
5. Sick leave
6. Social Security
7. Minimum wage
8. Civil Rights Act/Title VII - prohibits employer discrimination
9. 8-hour work day
10. Overtime pay
11. Child labor laws
12. Occupational Safety & Health Act (OSHA)
13. 40-hour work week
14. Workers’ compensation
15. Unemployment insurance
16. Pensions
17. Workplace safety standards and regulations
18. Employer health care insurance
19. Collective bargaining rights for employees
20. Wrongful termination laws
21. Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 (ADEA)
22. Whistleblower protection laws
23. Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) - prohibits employers from using a lie detector test on an employee
24. Veteran's Employment & Training Services (VETS)
25. Compensation increases/evaluations
26. Sexual harassment laws
27. Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA)
28. Holiday pay
29. Employer dental, life, vision insurance
30. Privacy rights
31. Pregnancy and parental leave
32. Military leave
33. The right to strike
34. Children's public education
35. Equal Pay Acts of 1963 & 2011
36. Laws ending sweatshops in the U.S.
President Joshua Capilla is encouraging all to organize and take part in civil gratitude.
Representing our local union across all 50 states
Clint Worell has received the Chad Denham Award for his profound act of service by saving a Vietnam veteran's life. This is the highest honor from AFSCME. We recognize our union members for who they are in life! In conjunction with Joshua Capilla, John Nobel, JJ, and the AFSCME members, a Vietnam Veteran was saved from the extreme temperatures of the summer months and provided a no-cost AC unit.
December 20, 2025, The Day of Giving
AFSCME Local 3282, is one of the original founders of the day of giving! As an organization, we are proud to serve the community of Peoria. Thank you, Walter Crenshaw for your hard work, and tireless effort to make the day of giving possible. Thank you to all AFSCME members, union employees for volunteering on an important day. AFSCME 3282 as an organization, is currently seeking recognition from the governor‘s office. Thank you, Mayor Jason Beck for your commitment to the city of Peoria.
Our President at Work.
AFSCME LOCAL 3282 is always giving to those in need! We love to support our community with a backpack drive. AFSCME wants to bless the children going back to school. God bless our Union!
Thank you, Governor Katie Hobbs for supporting AFSCME LOCAL 3282