CSEA MISSION STATEMENT

Our mission is simple: to represent our members as best we can in any way we can; and to continue our role as a leader among labor unions.

To accomplish these goals, we will promote and protect union democracy. We will defend workers' rights. We will improve the quality of our members' work life. We will organize workers and represent them in the best, most effective manner possible.

As a labor union, we are committed to excellence in this work. We are committed to treating our members as our most important asset.

Because the union is the sum of its members, we will promote member participation in the union.

We will efficiently use our members' dues money.

We will negotiate the best contracts we can and enforce these contracts.

We will effectively use legislative and political action to improve contracts, work life and laws affecting our members.

We will train our members, leaders and staff.

We will communicate and process information important to our members and the union.

We will strive to secure a safe work environment for all our members.



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Member Benefits

DEFENSIVE DRIVING REIMBURSEMENT:

CSEA Local 815 will reimburse members for half the cost (up to $17.50) for completing the NYS Point/Insurance Reduction Program of your choice.

ECC offers classes at all three campuses throughout the year. If you identify yourself as a county employee, you will receive a reduced rate of $25.00.

Also, the CSEA Region VI Office offers classes once a month at a cost of only $19.00. Family members are welcome to take these classes at this reduced rate. Call 691-6555 to inquire about dates and registration. Click here for upcoming class dates:2010 Classes

To claim your reimbursement you must send a copy of your receipt of payment and a copy of your official completion certificate to CSEA Local 815, 570 Kennedy Rd., Cheektowaga, NY 14227.

CELL PHONE DISCOUNT

Union members can receive a special 10% discount on wireless service from AT&T (formerly Cingular), the only wireless company that can, and does, proclaim that it is "Proud to Be Union."

The 10% discount is available off the regular monthly rate for any AT&T individual or family plan.


FOR MORE INFO: Cell Phone Discount



SCHOLARSHIPS:

The following scholarships are now available for high school seniors who are dependents of CSEA Local 815 members:

CSEA LOCAL 815 will be offering three $1,000 college scholarships to graduating seniors who are dependents of CSEA Local 815 members.

Applications will be available at the union hall or you may download a copy.

DEADLINE: June 1, 2010

Download Scholarship Application


CSEA,INC. sponsors the Irving Flaumenbaum Memorial Scholarship Program. High School Seniors who apply for this scholarship are automatically in the running for the Pearl Carroll and MetLife Insurance Company Scholarships.

DEADLINE: April 23, 2010

Download CSEA Scholarship Application

The Jerry Clark Memorial Scholarship Program is an ongoing program available to children of AFSCME members. Under the program, one scholarship in the amount of $5,000 will be awarded annually to two students majoring in the social sciences for his/her junior and senior years of study. The chosen students will also be given the opportunity to intern at the International Union headquarters in the Political Action department during the summer between his/her junior and senior year or for one semester during his/her junior or senior year. Once awarded, the scholarship will be renewed for the senior year of study, provided the students remain enrolled in a full-time course of study as a social science major.

Any student in his/her sophomore year of study who is enrolled in a full-time four-year degree program in any accredited college or university, and whose parent, legal guardian, or financially responsible grandparent is an AFSCME member and who meets the following requirements is eligible to apply for the scholarship:

1. The student must have a Grade Point Average of 2.5 or above.
2. The student must be a social science (i.e., political science, sociology, ethnic studies, communications, etc.) major at an accredited college or university.

Download Brochure and Application

Civil Service Test Preparation Services

CSEA's WORK Institute has Civil Service Test Preparation Booklets available for order. They are also available free to members online in the Members Only area of CSEA Headquarters websiteCSEA Civil Service

There are 29 review booklets designed to help individuals prepare to take state and local government civil service exams. Booklets coincide with various areas listed on civil service announcements under "Subject of Examination." Cost $4.00 per booklet for CSEA members. For an order form and advice for exam preparation, contact the CSEA WORK Institute at 1-866-478-5548.

Civil Service Test Preparation Video Titled "Making the Mark: Tips and Strategies for Civil Service Test Takers," this is an interactive video test preparation program including a 50 page workbook. It includes section on general test-taking tips and Understanding and Interpreting Written Material, and Evaluation Conclusions in the Light of Known Facts. Cost: $8 for members. Available from the CSEA WORK Institute at 1-866-478-5548.

AFSCME LEADERSHIP ACADEMY

For CSEA member activists who want to learn how to effectively represent their members, strengthen CSEA's political power and organize more workers.

Sign on to:
AFSCME Leadership Academy

Register today for the Leadership Workshops.