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Cast against a backdrop of a city in unrest, AFT-Maryland held their triennial convention in Pikesville, MD on May 1-2, 2015. Delegates from our local unions across the state came out and joined in what was a modest celebration of all the Union had accomplished over the past three years. The celebration was subdued due to the recent civil unrest and ensuing property damage that was taking place in the heart of West Baltimore.

The convention undoubtedly had some fiery moments however, starting with the impassioned speeches delivered by AFT National Secretary-Treasurer Dr. Lorretta Johnson and

After a hard-fought campaign, Governor Larry Hogan has announced he will release the $68 million set aside to maintain the 2 percent salary increase—one that was negotiated and finalized last year by public employee unions and the state—for state employees. This was initially a point of contention between the Governor and state workers but his recent announcement has improved the relationship tremendously.

Several local labor leaders weighed in on Gov. Hogan's decision:

"Our members are pleased that Governor Hogan decided to do the right thing and honor the agreement that was negotiated between

AFT-Maryland joins the Metropolitan Baltimore Council AFL-CIO for their annual Night in Annapolis: Monday, March 23, 2015 at 6:00 p.m.

This event provides an excellent opportunity for labor and elected officials to exchange ideas. We need you, your co-union members, family, and friends to make this a success. Be sure to wear your union jackets, shirts, and hats.

Monday, March 23, 2015
Lawyer's Mall
College Avenue at Rowe Boulevard

AFT-Maryland will provide buses for state & city employees, teachers, families, and community members to attend this rally. Buses will leave Baltimore from the AFT

03/03/15 COPE Meeting, 5:00 p.m.
03/04/15 Social Committee Meeting, 5:00 p.m.
03/08/15 Daylight Savings Time (time springs forward)
03/18/15 Steward Council Meeting, 5:00 p.m.
03/19/15 AFL-CIO Union Meeting, 7:00 p.m., 2701 W Patapsco Ave, 21230
03/23/15 Annual Night in Annapolis

Join us as CUB joins the Metropolitan Baltimore Council AFL-CIO for their annual Night in Annapolis: Monday, March 23, 2015 at 6:00 p.m.

This even provides an excellent opportunity for labor and elected officials to exchange ideas. We need you, your co-union members, family, and friends to make this a success. Be sure to wear your union jackets, shirts, and hats.

Monday, March 23, 2015
Lawyer's Mall
College Avenue at Rowe Boulevard

6:00 p.m. - Legislative Briefing
8:00 p.m. - AFL-CIO members will attend the Monday night session

Click here to download the event flyer.

Get your tickets now for the AFL-CIO Union Night at Camden Yards: Friday, May 29, 2015 at 7:05 p.m. Tickets are only $6, and available at the CUB office at 2117 N Howard St., Baltimore, MD 21218. Call the CUB office for information at (410) 962-1492, ext. 1. Available while supplies last.

Click here for the event flyer.