By a nearly unanimous vote, UPSEU's Custodial, Grounds and Maintenance Unit members in the Islip School District approved terms of a new contract.
With annual raises and on time steps, a continuation of 4 additional days off during the February recess throughout the term of the agreement, an additional holiday and no concessions, the agreement had significant support.
Previous new hire provisions, which provided less sick days and personal days, which were negotiated 20 plus years ago and now impact over 70% of the unit were reversed, granting these employees 2 additional sick days and an additional personal day. An additional base salary increase was as well provided for Custodial II staff for their supervisory responsibilities.
"We're pleased that the administration and the board were willing to recognize the dedication of the CGM unit and worked with UPSEU and its negotiating team to achieve this above average agreement," stated UPSEU Representative Pat DeFelice.
Special thanks to the leadership of Co-Unit Presidents Ed Cramer and Kevin Mercer, and the negotiating team of Leonard Giammanco, Thomas Wolters, Steven Saidler, Brian Branch and Joseph Ficarra.
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