APPR, unfunded mandates, the property tax cap, decreased state aid, excessing, increased class size and reduction in elective opportunities are just a few examples of the obstacles that educators face on a daily basis. While some of these issues can … Continue reading
The UTN is now in the mediation stage of negotiations. Upon return to work in September 2014, UTN members were taking home less money in their paychecks than in June 2014, as our contribution to health insurance increased. The current … Continue reading
Despite the snow day closing of schools, members of the UTN and District negotiations teams met with mediator Jay Siegel, at the offices of Ingerman Smith in Hauppauge, yesterday afternoon. Representing the District were Board Trustees David Badanes and Jennifer … Continue reading
This afternoon, members of the UTN and District negotiations teams met with mediator Jay Siegel, at the offices of Ingerman Smith in Hauppauge, for the first mediation session since the Declaration of Impasse was filed on October 16th. Representing the … Continue reading
The following facts are provided to inform the community. More facts to follow. Out of respect to the community, UTN members agreed to a HARD FREEZE (unit members did not receive a step increment, nor did they receive a percentage … Continue reading