AFSCME, the union which represents the non-sworn (non police or fire) city employees, conducted a poll yesterday to determine what the membership preferred – a 5.2 percent pay cut, or layoffs of 65 employees. The results are in, and by a 3 to 1 margin, the membership preferred – layoffs!
I was saddened to hear this, and saddened to hear some of the excuses, such as “a paycut will reduce my pension.” Well guess what? Those 65 won’t get a pension.
The union likes to boast about its teamwork, that “we are all in this together.” Apparently not. I find it very disheartening that people would prefer to see others lose their jobs than take a pay cut. Sad. Very very sad.
Now, instead of knowing that I have a job, but at a reduced salary, I have to stress for the next 24 hours of whether or not I even have a job at all. I hope you enjoy your retirement!
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