On May 5, 2015, the Massachusetts Labor Board counted secret ballots for two separate units which UPSEU had filed petitions for. UPSEU was seeking to represent the Hadley Police Officers and the Blandford Highway bargaining unit members.
The Hadley Police Officers, comprised of approximately 17 members, who were previously represented by the Teamsters voted nearly unanimously to join UPSEU. The Hadley Police Officers became tired of the lackluster representation provided to them over the years by the Teamsters and sought a more suitable union with vast experience representing police officers.
In addition, the Blandford Highway employees also voted nearly unanimously to join UPSEU. The Blandford Highway employees were unrepresented and desired a strong union to represent their interests. After researching several options, the membership agreed that UPSEU was the best choice!
We welcome both the Hadley Police Officers and Blandford Highway employees to the UPSEU family!
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