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# AFSCME Local 1215

We Make the Library Work

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## Posts

- [Bids, offers, seniority, oh my!](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/bids-offers-seniority/) - This post was written by member Areanna Egleston. For your information: bids, offers, seniority, oh my! After years of slow hiring, we are glad to see some vacancies being posted and filled. Here’s what the contract says about the hiring process. Print a graphic version of this post to put on your union bulletin board.
- [Advocate for Chicago Public Library at June Budget Roundtables!](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/cpl-budget-roundtables/) - This blog post was written by Local 1215 member Tim Hogan. The Mayor’s Office is hosting a series of 5 budget roundtables this month, and library patrons and workers should make our voices heard. We are asking AFSCME Local 1215 members and supporters to attend one of these sessions. Let the Mayor’s Office know that
- [Resolution for May 1 Day of Civic Action](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/resolution-for-may-1-day-of-civic-action/) - The resolution below was passed at Local 1215's March 27, 2026, membership meeting, by a unanimous "yea" vote: AFSCME Local 1215 Day of Civic Action–May Day Resolution WHEREAS May Day is rooted in Chicago’s labor history and represents the global tradition of workers organizing collectively for dignity, safety, and justice, and WHEREAS the City of
- [Let’s Learn about VESSA Leave!](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/vessa-leave/) - This post was written by a guest blogger. The City of Chicago offers a very valuable resource for its employees, but not enough people know about it. We want to ensure that you know about this resource in case you or someone you know is able to take advantage of it. What is VESSA leave?
- [AFSCME Local 1215 Supports the movement to abolish ice](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/local-1215-supports-abolish-ice/) - We, the members of AFSCME Local 1215, affirm our support for the efforts of sibling unions, community organizations, and candidates for political office at all levels that are working towards the goal of abolishing the federal Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Agency. This statement not only endorses the principle of ICE abolition but, further, ratifies
- [how to request a meeting with your alder](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/how-to-request-a-meeting-with-your-alder/) - This post was written by Executive Board-at-Large Member Diana Rocha. Meeting with your alder is not as scary as it seems. Showing up in person to your alder’s office is a great way to show your seriousness about library budgets, and it’s an opportunity to invite library workers and constituents from your home ward to
- [understaffing at CPL: a Partial history](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/understaffing-a-history/) - Our fight against staffing cuts did not begin with this budget season. The cuts to staffing, security, and services proposed for the 2026 Chicago Public Library (CPL) budget are just the latest event in the ongoing trend of cuts at CPL. This history can get lost when we just think of a budget in relation
- [Statement against U.S. Aggression on Venezuela](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/statement-against-u-s-aggression-on-venezuela/) - This statement was written by Local 1215 Executive Board Member Emma Ramirez, on behalf of our membership. The United States’ increasing aggression and possible war on Venezuela is unfounded and unjust. American politicians, corporations, and, regrettably, labor organizations such as the AFL-CIO have a history of interfering in Venezuelan affairs, and this deadly interference has
- [stories about understaffing - by category](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/stories-about-understaffing-by-category/) - Ahead of the 2026 budget season, AFSCME Local 1215's executive board asked our members to tell us how understaffing affects their work and well-being. Many of these stories are being shared on our Instagram, and you can help pressure the city to support the library by following us and liking, reposting and boosting our stories.
- [UPDATE: COUNCIL 31 REPORT ON HEALTH AND SAFETY AT CPL](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/update-council-31-report-on-health-and-safety-at-cpl/) - This post was written by Local 1215 member Izabel Gronski. At the August 22nd General Membership Meeting, staff representatives from AFSCME Council 31 shared a 12 page report on The Health and Safety Emergency in Chicago Public Libraries. The purpose of this report is to highlight a sample of ongoing issues that make our jobs
- [2026 budget proposal includes quiet layoffs](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/2026-budget-proposal-includes-quiet-layoffs/) - Local 1215 Members, On Thursday, October 16, the Mayor’s office shared their 2026 budget proposal with the city. (Full text on the City Clerk's website, jump to page 145 to see the section about the library.) Yesterday, the Better Government Association dropped their preliminary analysis of the budget. This budget strives to bolster the city
- [What am I supposed to be doing?](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/6-things-fight-ice/) - ICE + Militarized police are in Chicago: 6 things you can do right now This post was written by Local 1215 member Diana Rocha. I’ve been asking myself this question, “What am I supposed to be doing?” - on a personal level, as an everyday library worker, and as a union member. First - living
- [stories about understaffing - by branch](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/stories-about-understaffing-by-branch/) - Ahead of the 2026 budget season, AFSCME Local 1215's executive board asked our members to tell us how understaffing affects their work and well-being. Many of these stories are being shared on our Instagram, and you can help pressure the city to support the library by following us and liking, reposting and boosting our stories.
- [staff speeches from the budget hearing](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/staff-speeches-from-the-budget-hearing/) - Today, Tuesday, November 4th, our members rallied outside City Hall to draw attention to cuts to the library system in the proposed 2026 budget. We then went inside City Hall, where AFSCME Council 31 hosted a press conference at which three Local 1215 members and two alders spoke on behalf of the library. Those three
- [Members & Patrons: Tell your alders to fully fund CPL!](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/tell-your-alders-to-fully-fund-cpl/) - BUTTONS ALERT!! Local 1215 has buttons for staff to wear this budget season. The message is "Ask Me About Layoffs"-- read more below on how you can respond, and how to speak to your own alder. step 1: wear a button, talk to patrons! [FYI! Wearing a union button in the workplace is a protected
- [takeaways on the mayor's proposed 2026 budget for cpl: Quiet layoffs & more](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/takeaways-on-the-mayors-proposed-2026-budget-for-cpl/) - Last week, the Mayor's Office released its proposed 2026 budget for the City, with projected allocations for all departments including Chicago Public Library. There ARE some good things in this budget. It proposes corporate head and social media taxes, along with a designation of TIF surpluses, in line with the progressive revenue platform endorsed by
- [Statement on the WGN News Story on Chicago Public Library Incidents & Safety](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/statement-on-the-wgn-news-story-on-chicago-public-library-incidents-safety/) - Safety issues are an ever-present worry for Chicago Public Library staff, and our union, Local 1215, works continually to push the City and CPL leadership to address these issues. Last month, several news outlets, including WGN, approached AFSCME Council 31 with questions about recent safety incidents at Harold Washington Library Center (HWLC). These incidents—including a
- [Interview: what's it like to attend convention?](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/interview-whats-it-like-to-attend-convention/) - Every two years, AFSCME hosts an international convention for delegates from locals, councils and retiree chapters. At the International Convention resolutions are passed that guide actions AFSCME takes as a whole, and changes to the international constitution can be proposed. While most members may be familiar with the call for delegates and the voting process,
- [2025-2027 Officer nominations and statements](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/2025-2027-officer-nominations-and-statements/) - Statements from the nominees for AFSCME Local 1215's Executive Board.
- [Written comment on the 2025 cpl budget](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/comment-on-cpl-budget/) - Chicago City Council held a hearing on Friday, November 8th, 2024, concerning the 2025 budgetary recommendations for Chicago Public Library. The proposed budget would cut 50 full-time equivalent vacancies at CPL. AFSCME Local 1215 submitted the following written statement to City Council in advance of the hearing: We, the members of the Chicago Public Library
- [June 2024 Labor Updates](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/june-2024-labor-updates/) - CHICAGO LABOR NEWS Trader Joe's at Lincoln & Grace Ties in Union Election A North Center Trader Joe’s is the latest store in the grocery chain to file for a union election with the National Labor Review Board (NLRB). The store at 3745 N. Lincoln Ave. recently voted to unionize and tied with 70-70 votes.
- [APRIL 2024 LABOR UPDATES](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/april-2024-labor-updates/) - CHICAGO LABOR NEWS Chicago Teachers Union proposes contract updates, urges public negotiations CTU has released a new contract proposal as its current one is set to expire in June. According to WBEZ, the proposal addresses primary concerns like affordable housing for families of unhoused students and second language instruction. It also prioritizes community schools and
- [Fix Tier 2 Pensions: Week of Action (4/15-4/18/24)](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/fix-tier-2-pensions-week-of-action-4-15-4-18-24/) - More than a decade ago, lawmakers cut workers’ retirement benefits, forcing public employees to pay for the debt Springfield politicians ran up. Now, retirement income for most public employees is not keeping up with inflation. From April 15-18, join other public employees from across Illinois in the We Are One Illinois Week of Action to
- [FEBRUARY 2024 LABOR UPDATE](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/february-2024-labor-update/) - CHICAGO LABOR NEWS Library workers in Elk Grove, IL secure new contract After months of bargaining, AFSCME Local 3783 members settled a 4-year deal between Elk Grove Village Public Library workers and management. The new agreement includes a 15% wage increase, expanded parental leave, and a bonus for staff members with 20 years of employment.
- [Carlos Cortéz: 100 Años](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/carlos-cortez-100-anos/) - This post was written by Local 1215 member Diana Rocha. Where would labor unions be without protest? Without protest art? Without printmaking? In a profession surrounded by printed pages, I take them for granted. I don’t often think about the magnificent miracle that is printing - the ability to duplicate and disseminate a message, a
- [Update on Local Resolution from 11/17 Meeting](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/update-on-local-resolution-from-11-17-meeting/) - The Local's executive board is sharing with members the action taken by the membership at the November 17, 2023 membership meeting. A resolution tabled from the October 27, 2023 membership meeting was picked up off the table, and through a friendly amendment the resolution was changed to the text of the resolution available here with
- [Labor Discussion Group - Sept. Report](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/labor-discussion-group-sept-report/) - Are you curious about the Labor Discussion Group, but not sure what to expect? Here is a short description of the general concept, and what happened at our September meetup, from LDG coordinator Justin Miller! The Labor Discussion Group is a casual meetup open to members of our union, where we discuss our work conditions
- [Arbitration: The final step of the grievance process](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/arbitration-the-final-step-of-the-grievance-process/) - This post was written by Local 1215 member Nick Ayala. The grievance and arbitration process can be mystifying to the average worker. They might not be aware of their legal rights, or that if they file a grievance that goes to arbitration they will not have to talk to a judge or even be in
- [CPL's 2024 Budget Hearing on October 19](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/cpls-2024-budget-hearing-on-october-19/) - On Thursday, October 19, the Chicago Public Library will have its annual Budget Hearing with the City’s Committee on Budget and Government Operations. For logistical details on attending online or in person, see our Calendar event for the hearing. In preparation for the budget hearing, our union colleagues at AFSCME Council 31 review the proposed
- [May 2023 Labor Updates](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/may-2023-labor-updates/) - Chicago Labor news Museum of Science & Industry is Unionizing The Museum of Science & Industry is organizing with AFSCME Council 31! Add your name to their petition to MSI management to allow staff to unionize without interference today! Berlin Nightclub Celebrates Union Win With Pop-Up Berlin is celebrating Pride Month and their recent UniteHere
- [July Labor Update](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/july-labor-news-update/) - The Summer of Strikes is upon us. The biggest fight is arguably with UPS: The world is watching as they inch closer to the likelihood that 340,000 workers will go on strike on August 1; if so, this will be the largest strike of a private employer in decades. Although the company has already come
- [August 2023 labor update](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/august-2023-labor-news/) - chicago labor news Loretto Hospital Workers Secure Tentative Agreement, End Strike After an 11-day long strike Loretto Hospital workers reached a tentative agreement with management on August 7th. Staff went on strike partially to address a staffing crisis at the hospital that was dangerous for both workers and patients. The new agreement promises wage increases
- [April 2023 labor updates](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/april-2023-labor-updates/) - Chicago Labor News Art Institute of Chicago Workers United Picket for Fair Contract On March 30th, members of Art Institute of Chicago Workers United (AICW) held a picket outside of the museum to demand a fair contract. AICW has been bargaining for nearly a year, asking for better wages and benefits, safer working conditions especially
- [June 2023 Labor update](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/june-labor-update/) - There is a lot happening in labor right now, including a couple landmark strike authorizations, but this month I'm going to zero in on current events in creative industries. Right now, the Writer's Guild of America (WGA) has been on strike for over a month. There is a thorough breakdown of the strike - who
- [New Contract Ratified by City Council!](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/new-contract-ratified-by-city-council/) - On April 16, Chicago City Council ratified the new contract for 2022-2027. Want to know what your raise will be? If you missed the union meetings on the new contract, check out the Summary of Tentative Agreement available in the Local 1215 Member Zone.
- [Members Ratify New Contract](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/members-ratify-new-contract-2/) - On March 2, AFSCME members who work for the City of Chicago ratified their proposed new union contract with an overwhelming 98% margin. Attendance at ratification meetings was high, and representatives from the bargaining committee were on hand to answer questions and lead members through important changes. The contract now heads to City Council, where
- [Members Ratify New Contract!](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/members-ratify-new-contract/) - On March 2, AFSCME members who work for the City of Chicago ratified their proposed new union contract with an overwhelming 98% margin. Attendance at ratification meetings was high, and representatives from the bargaining committee were on hand to answer questions and lead members through important changes. The contract now heads to City Council, where
- [TSHIRTS on](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/tshirts-on/) - This is a protected post under the MAT category. Here is where you can update people on upcoming action days and activities.
- [Alenka test post](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/alenka-test-post/) - This is a test! I cannot think of actual content to put here, sorry.
- [In Solidarity for a Fair Contract](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/in-solidarity-for-a-fair-contract/)

## Pages

- [Welcome to AFSCME local 1215](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/) - AFSCME Local 1215 represents the workers of the Chicago Public Library. We are pages, librarians, clerks, archivists, and more. We're affiliated with the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) Council 31. Local 1215 is its members. Explore this website, log in to our Member Zone, or contact us to get involved!
- [Budget Campaigns](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/budget-campaigns/) - This page is under construction - come back soon for more information! General History and Resources The Health and Safety Emergency in Chicago Public Libraries - a report from AFSCME Local 1215 and Council 31, created in 2025, summarizing many of the healthy and safety issues escalating at the libraries. How to Request a Meeting
- [Resources](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/resources/) - Jump to:Local 1215 ResourcesAFSCME ResourcesKnow Your Rights Local 1215 Resources Bids, Offers and Seniority - an explainer available as a printable PDF and a shareable blog post. Emergency Guidance Reminders - High Heat AFSCME Resources Cultural Workers United Personal Support Program Scholarships College Benefits AFSCME Advantage Know Your Rights The executive board put together a
- [Membership Meeting Minutes](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/member-zone/membership-meeting-minutes/) - Membership Meeting Minutes Membership meeting minutes are reviewed and approved at the next month's membership meeting. 2026 June May April March February January 2025 December November October September August July June May April March February January 2024 December November October September August July June May April March February January 2023 December November September [August meeting
- [Submissions](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/submissions/)
- [volunteering Contacts](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/member-zone/committee-contacts/) - Jump to: Committee ContactsWorking Group ContactsMAT Contacts COMMITTEE CONTACTS Contact a committee chair or member with questions or to learn how to get involved. Visit the public "Volunteer" page for full descriptions of each committee's work. Health and Safety Committee (HANDS) Chair: Corina Pedraza (she/her) Members: Areanna Egleston (she/her), Shira Belenke (she/her), Rachel MacGuire, Therese
- [volunteering](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/volunteer/) - Jump to: Committees Communications Election Health and Safety Insurance Member Engagement Organizing PEOPLE Working Groups Safety Advocacy Defense Member Action Team (MAT) MAT Captain MAT District Coordinator Committees Committee chairs and members are appointed by Local 1215’s President and approved by the Executive Board. Any Local member in good standing may apply to join or
- [Member Zone](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/member-zone/) - Member Zone You can find resources of use to all Local 1215 members here. Looking for resources for Stewards? Head to the Stewards Corner! 2022-2027 Contract Additional 2022-2027 contract Details 2023 and 2024 Schedule G Pay Scale 2023 and 2024 Schedule B Pay Scale Summary of Tentative Agreement (TA) for Contract, 2022-2027 Structural Changes to
- [Guidance on Contacts](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/member-zone/guidance-on-contacts/) - Guidance on contacts Question about the Local's overall operations? Contact: President Rosie Carter VP Adrienne Seely The Executive Board Question about the Local's finances? Contact: Treasurer Neil Anderson Question about the Local's records, meeting minutes, or communications (including the newsletter/website)? Contact: Recording Secretary Alenka Figa Question about a Workplace issue or discipline? Contact: Any steward
- [Members' FAQ](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/members-faq/) - Members' FAQ Question not covered here? Email the Local. Being a Union Member How do I contact the union? There are a couple different ways to contact the union. If you have a general question, or aren’t sure whom to contact, you can always email the Local at afscme.local1215@gmail.com. If you’d like to contact someone
- [Local 1215 Leadership](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/leadership/) - Local 1215 Leadership The Executive Board Officers, Board Members-at-Large, and the Trustees of Local 1215 are elected every three years by the Local’s membership. The Executive Board is composed of four officers (President, Vice President, Treasurer, and Recording Secretary) and three members-at-large. The Board handles the day-to-day operations and decision-making of the union, in coordination
- [Newsletters](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/member-zone/newsletters/) - Local 1215 Newsletters 2025 March 2025 Special Updates from Local 1215 February Letter from the Local 1215 Executive Board Regarding Possible ICE Raids January 2024 December November Officer Nominations & Polling Information October September August July June May April March February January 2023 December November October Update on September 2023 Bomb Threat Response August (&
- [Local 1215 Leadership](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/about-leadership/) - Local 1215 Leadership The Executive Board of Local 1215 consists of four Officers (the President, the Vice President, the Treasurer, and the Recording Secretary) and three Members at Large. The Local also has three elected Trustees. The Board handles the day-to-day operations and decision-making of the union, in coordination with the active participation of the
- [Robert's Rules of Order](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/roberts-rules-of-order/) - The Local’s membership meetings are conducted using Robert’s Rules of Order (RRO), which is a type of “parliamentary procedure.” This is a set of rules that governs who can speak at what time, how questions or challenges are raised and addressed, and how motions are made and voted on. The Local’s President leads membership meetings
- [Register](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/membership-registration/) - Register for a website account Members of AFSCME Local 1215 are invited to register for a website account. You'll use your account to log in to the Member Zone and take advantage of member-only resources and information. Complete the form below to register.
- [Union Members' Suggested Reading List](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/union-members-suggested-reading-list/) - Union Members' SUGGESTED READING Recently join the union but still feeling unsure about what it means to be in one? Want to learn more about labor history in the United States and in Chicago? Or maybe you’re just looking for recommendations for some good books? Here are a few titles to get you started. Grab
- [Contracts](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/contracts/) - Contracts In April, 2023, Chicago City Council ratified our new contract! 2022-2027 Contract 2017-2022 Contract The new contract went into effect on May 1, 2023. It is retroactive to July 1, 2022 and will be in effect until June 30, 2027. To read the Memoranda of Understanding that supplement our contract, log in to the
- [Stewards Corner](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/member-zone/stewards-corner/) - Stewards Corner Under Construction -- Want to help? email secretary@afscmelocal1215.org! Check back soon for more Weekly Steward Work Report Form Link to Stewards' Google Drive Stewards’ FAQ [coming soon] Grievance Process Explanation for Potential Grievants Personnel Inspection Form Reading Lists [coming soon] City of Chicago Personnel Rules (Rev. 10/2014) City of Chicago Job Specifications
- [Why Be in a Union?](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/why-be-in-a-union/) - Why Be in a Union? Unions fight for fair wages, essential benefits, and safety in the workplace. Being in a union means that you have a collective voice on the things that matter. So, how do unions work for you? Unions demand fair wages and fight for robust benefits. Union representatives have a seat at
- [History](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/history/) - History 1937 October 31. A group of 13 activists employed by Chicago Public Library (CPL) initiate a labor organizing campaign. The effort is led by Abram “Abe” Korman, who later becomes the president of CPL's first employee union: Local 88, organized for the newly created Committee for Industrial Organization (CIO) and the State, County, and
- [Stewards](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/stewards-and-trustees/) - Local 1215 Stewards Union stewards protect the rights of employees in the workplace. They represent workers at disciplinary meetings, answer questions about the contract, perform interview file reviews, and much more. Stewards are YOUR voice at work. You can contact any steward, at any location, with a question or request for assistance. To view the
- [Join Local 1215](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/join/) - Join Local 1215 Local 1215 is powered by its members. Our strong membership enables us to fight for our rights in the workplace and to our keep wages and benefits robust through collective bargaining. To join Local 1215: First, fill out this form at the AFSCME Council 31 website. Once Council 31 confirms your eligibility,
- [What We Do](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/what-we-do/) - WHAT We Do Local 1215 serves its members through two key functions Bargaining: We negotiate a contract with the City of Chicago and the Chicago Public Library that governs library workers’ wages, job duties, benefits, and much more. You can review our 2017-2022 contract here. Grievances: We represent library workers in disputes with our employer,
- [Sign Up for Mailing List](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/sign-up-for-mailing-list/) - Sign Up for Mailing List To be added to the mailing list for all Local 1215 communications, including our monthly newsletter, please fill out the form below.
- [Glossary](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/member-zone/glossary/) - AFSCME Local 1215 Glossary [Under Construction!] Commonly-used union terms, acronyms, and abbreviations Action ADA AFSCME The American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees is the national union to which Local 1215 belongs. Founded during the Great Depression to protect public service workers, AFSCME grew to be a large national organization. It is a member
- [Contact Us](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/contact-us/) - Contact Us Please fill out the form below to send an email to all Executive Board Officers of the Local. To figure out who to contact for your particular question, and to find full Executive Board Officers', Board Members', and Stewards' contact information, log in to the Member Zone.
- [Join Us](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/membership-join/) - Are you a member of AFSCME Local 1215? Register for a Local 1215 website account using the form below and we'll verify your union membership and start your account. Once your account is approved, you can log in and access members-only resources in the Members' Zone. Not a union member? Go here to learn how
- [What We Do](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/what-we-do-2/) - As a labor union, Local 1215 has two chief functions: Bargaining: We negotiate a contract with the City of Chicago and the Chicago Public Library that governs library workers’ wages, job duties, benefits, and much more. You can review our current contract here. Grievances: We represent library workers in disputes with our employer, or when
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## Events

- [Union Coffee Break](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/event/union-coffee-break/) - On the second Sunday of each month, meet your Local e-board and stewards for a coffee hangout. Share your questions and concerns and meet other members! Get one free coffee or treat on the union, while funds last. On March 8, we will meet at Sip & Savor Hyde Park in District 4.
- [Union Happy Hour](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/event/union-happy-hour/) - Once per quarter, meet your Local e-board, stewards and fellow members at happy hour! Share your questions and concerns and connect with your colleagues. The Local will cover $20 per person, so you can get one very fancy drink or multiple cheaper options. Funds for happy hours only cover current, dues-paying union members. On February
- [Union Coffee Break](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/event/coffee-break-feb-2026/) - On the second Sunday of each month, meet your Local e-board and stewards for a coffee hangout. Share your questions and concerns and meet other members! Get one free coffee or treat on the union, while funds last. On February 8, we will meet at Dulce Mami Cafe in District 5.
- [Stand with Local 1215 @ City Hall (Finance)](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/event/stand-with-local-1215-city-hall-finance/) - Stand with Local 1215 @ City Hall! Urge councilmembers to fully fund the library! Meeting begins at 11 a.m. Signing up for Public comment? Recommended arrival @ 10 a.m. (Not sure if public comment will be allowed.) Submit written public comment via Committeeonfinance@cityofchicago.org before 11 a.m. on Dec. 15, 2025. Wear your AFSCME green! 👕 ***Restrictions: No backpacks
- [Stand with Local 1215 @ City Hall (Budget)](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/event/stand-with-local-1215-city-hall-budget/) - Stand with Local 1215 @ City Hall! Urge councilmembers to fully fund the library! Meeting begins at 2 p.m. Signing up for Public comment? Recommended arrival @ 1 p.m. Submit written comment via CommiteeontheBudgetandGovernmentOperations@cityofchicago.org before 9:00 am on Dec. 16, 2025. Wear your AFSCME green! 👕 ***Restrictions: No backpacks or signs/posters allowed in City Council chambers. Be prepared
- [Stand with Local 1215 @ City Hall](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/event/stand-with-local-1215-city-hall-2/) - Stand with Local 1215 @ City Hall! Urge councilmembers to fully fund the library! Meeting begins at 10 a.m. Signing up for Public comment? Recommended arrival @ 9 a.m. Wear your AFSCME green! 👕 ***Restrictions: No backpacks or signs/posters allowed in City Council chambers. Be prepared to go through metal detector.*** For phone comment: Call
- [Stand with Local 1215 @ City Hall](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/event/stand-with-local-1215-city-hall-3/) - Stand with Local 1215 @ City Hall! Urge councilmembers to fully fund the library! Meeting begins at 10 a.m. Signing up for Public comment? Recommended arrival @ 9 a.m. Wear your AFSCME green! 👕 ***Restrictions: No backpacks or signs/posters allowed in City Council chambers. Be prepared to go through metal detector.*** For phone comment: Call
- [Stand with Local 1215 @ City Hall (Council)](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/event/stand-with-local-1215-city-hall-council/) - Stand with Local 1215 @ City Hall! Urge councilmembers to fully fund the library! Meeting begins at 10 a.m. Signing up for Public comment? Recommended arrival @ 9 a.m. Meet inside the LaSalle St. entrance at 9 a.m. Wear your AFSCME green! 👕 ***Restrictions: No backpacks or signs/posters allowed in City Council chambers. Be prepared to
- [Stand with Local 1215 @ City Hall (Council)](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/event/stand-with-local-1215-city-hall/) - Stand with Local 1215 @ City Hall! Urge councilmembers to fully fund the library! Meeting begins at 10 a.m. Signing up for Public comment? Recommended arrival @ 9 a.m. Meet inside the LaSalle St. entrance at 9 a.m. Wear your AFSCME green! 👕 For phone comment: Call (312) 744-6800 and leave a voice message with your
- [[Virtual] Member Engagement Committee - Meeting](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/event/virtual-member-engagement-committee-meeting/) - It's 2026! Want to be more involved in your union? This is a great time to join. At this meeting, we will review what has worked (and not) over the past year in the realm of Member Engagement, and talk about plans/ideas for 2026. Co-chairs Emma + Diana attended Membership Chair training and will share out.
- [Stand with Local 1215 @ City Hall](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/event/stand-with-local-1215-city-council-budget-meetings/) - Stand with Local 1215 @ City Hall! Urge councilmembers to fully fund the library! Meeting begins at 10 a.m. Signing up for Public comment? Recommended arrival @ 9 a.m. Meet inside the LaSalle St. entrance at 9 a.m. Wear your AFSCME green! 👕 ***Restrictions: No backpacks or signs/posters allowed in City Council chambers. Be prepared to
- [Local 1215 @ City Hall (City Council Meeting)](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/event/local-1215-city-hall-finance-committee-meeting-3/) - City Council is set to propose and vote on alternatives for the 2026 City budget, Local 1215 members will sign up for public comment to advocate for a budget that does not cut the library. Let’s make our voices heard throughout the budget process! City Council will meet Wednesday, December 10th @ 10:00 a.m. Supporters
- [CANCELLED: Local 1215 @ City Hall (Finance Committee Meeting)](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/event/local-1215-city-hall-finance-committee-meeting-2/) - The December 8 meeting has been cancelled by City Council.
- [[Virtual Only] December 19 membership meeting - AFSCME Local 1215](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/event/december-19-membership-meeting-afscme-local-1215/) - Where: 205 N. Michigan Ave., 21st Floor, and on Zoom When: Friday, December 19, food ~6:30 PM, meeting starting at 7:00 PM Central The Friday, December 19 membership meeting will be held in a hybrid format, online on Zoom and at 205 N. Michigan on the 21st floor. To attend in person, please bring a
- [Local 1215 @ City Hall (Finance Committee Meeting)](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/event/local-1215-city-hall-finance-committee-meeting/) - As City Council is set to propose alternatives for the 2026 City budget, Local 1215 members will sign up for public comment to advocate for a budget that does not cut the library. Let's make our voices heard throughout the budget process! The Finance Committee will meet Thursday, December 4th @ 10:00 a.m. Supporters are
- [Union Coffee Break - In Person](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/event/union-coffee-break-in-person-6/) - On the second Sunday of the month, meet your Local e-board members and stewards for coffee and share your questions and concerns. Enjoy one free coffee or treat while funding lasts. In December, come to Oud Coffee at 714 N Wells to meet union members who work or live in HWLC's district.
- [Union Coffee Break - Online](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/event/union-coffee-break-online-5/) - On the third Sunday of each month, meet your Local e-board members and stewards for an online coffee hangout, and share your questions and concerns. Please register to receive the Zoom link. In November, we will have an Immigrant Rights Defense Working Group session.
- [Sign-Making for Budget Rally - In-person](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/event/sign-making-for-budget-rally-in-person/) - Meet up with Local 1215 members to make signs ahead of Tuesday, Nov. 4th's CPL budget hearing rally at City Hall! Sign-making stuff provided or bring your own. RSVP for Rally here: https://forms.gle/rtxK2CRH8YMS8wiV9
- [Nov. 4th Budget Rally Huddle - Online](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/event/nov-4th-budget-rally-huddle/) - Are you planning to come out to our Budget Hearing rally Tuesday, Nov 4th at 8am outside City Hall? We'll check in briefly Monday night - check your email for the zoom link.
- [Budget Season Organizing MAT huddle - Online](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/event/budget-season-organizing-mat-huddle/) - MAT team, check your email for the Zoom link and reach out if you would like to join us!
- [CPL Budget Hearing Rally](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/event/cpl-budget-hearing-rally/) - On November 4th, City Council will meet to hear public comment and discuss CPL's budget. CPL is facing cuts to vacant positions, and the proposed budget slashes our book budget in half! Stand with AFSCME 1215 - Chicago Public Library Employees Union - to say: Our neighborhoods can't afford any more cuts to our libraries!!!
- [Union Coffee Break - In Person](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/event/union-coffee-break-in-person-4/) - On the second Sunday of the month, meet your Local e-board members and stewards for coffee and share your questions and concerns. Enjoy one free coffee or treat while funding lasts. In October, come to Pedestrian Coffee at 939 W Belmont Ave to meet union members who work or live in district 2.
- [Union Coffee Break - In Person](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/event/union-coffee-break-in-person-5/) - On the second Sunday of the month, meet your Local e-board members and stewards for coffee and share your questions and concerns. Enjoy one free coffee or treat while funding lasts. In November, come to Nabala Cafe, 4660 N Broadway, to meet union members who work or live in district 1.
- [Union Coffee Break - Online](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/event/union-coffee-break-online-6/) - On the third Sunday of each month, meet your Local e-board members and stewards for an online coffee hangout, and share your questions and concerns. Please register to receive the Zoom link.
- [Union Coffee Break - Online](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/event/union-coffee-break-online-4/) - On the third Sunday of each month, meet your Local e-board members and stewards for an online coffee hangout, and share your questions and concerns. Please register to receive the Zoom link.
- [Union Coffee Break - Online](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/event/union-coffee-break-online-3/) - On the third Sunday of each month, meet your Local e-board members and stewards for an online coffee hangout, and share your questions and concerns. Please register to receive the Zoom link.
- [Union Coffee Break - In Person](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/event/union-coffee-break-in-person-3/) - On the second Sunday of the month, meet your Local e-board members and stewards for coffee and share your questions and concerns. Enjoy one free coffee or treat while funding lasts. In September, we’ll be Bueno Days Coffee, 2901 W Cermak, to meet union members who work or live in district 3.
- [Union Coffee Break - In Person](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/event/union-coffee-break-in-person-2/) - On the second Sunday of the month, meet your Local e-board members and stewards for coffee and share your questions and concerns. Enjoy one free coffee or treat while funding lasts. In August, we'll be Colibri Coffee, 3639 E 106th St, to meet union members who work or live in district 4.
- [Union Coffee Break – Online](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/event/union-coffee-break-online-2/) - On the third Sunday of each month, meet your Local e-board members and stewards for an online coffee hangout, and share your questions and concerns. Please register to receive the Zoom link.
- [Union Coffee Break - In Person](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/event/union-coffee-break-in-person/) - On the second Sunday of the month, meet your Local e-board members and stewards for coffee and share your questions and concerns. Enjoy one free coffee or treat while funding lasts. In July, we'll be at Afro Joe's Coffee and Tea to meet union members who work or live in district 5.
- [Union Coffee Break - Online](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/event/union-coffee-break-online/) - On the third Sunday of each month, meet your Local e-board members and stewards for an online coffee hangout, and share your questions and concerns. Please register to receive the Zoom link.
- [June 10 Membership Engagement Committee (MEC) Meeting - AFSCME Local 1215](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/event/june-10-membership-engagement-committee-mec-meeting-afscme-local-1215/) - Please fill out the MEC interest form to receive a meeting link & agenda via email in advance of the meeting. Contact the MEC with questions at local1215mec@gmail.com. Review & ideation meeting // We'll debrief from ASID/After-ASID and have time to review and talk about member-submitted engagement ideas. Agenda will be sent by email ahead
- [May 14 Health & Safety Committee Meeting - AFSCME Local 1215](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/event/may-14-health-safety-committee-meeting-afscme-local-1215/) - Thinking about joining the Health & Safety Committee? Attend their next meeting, via Zoom.
- [April 23 – Member Engagement Committee meeting (MEC) – AFSCME Local 1215](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/event/april-23-member-engagement-committee-meeting-mec-afscme-local-1215/) - Join AFSCME Local 1215's Member Engagement Committee (MEC) meeting which will be held via Zoom starting at 7 p.m. Zoom information will be provided to those who have signed up for MEC emails, see the directions below. Sign up for emails from MEC with meeting reminders and links via this Google form: https://forms.gle/8vt6P11rqv2iDCxt6a
- [April 1 - Member Engagement Committee meeting (MEC) - AFSCME Local 1215](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/event/april-1-member-engagement-committee-meeting-mec-afscme-local-1215/) - Join AFSCME Local 1215's Member Engagement Committee (MEC) meeting which will be held via Zoom starting at 7 p.m. Zoom information will be provided to those who have signed up for MEC emails, see the directions below. Sign up for emails from MEC with meeting reminders and links via this Google form: https://forms.gle/8vt6P11rqv2iDCxt6a
- [June 27 membership meeting - AFSCME Local 1215](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/event/june-27-membership-meeting-afscme-local-1215/) - Where: 205 N. Michigan Ave., 21st Floor, and on Zoom When: Friday, June 27, food ~6:30 PM, meeting starting at 7:00 PM Central The Friday, June 27 membership meeting will be held in a hybrid format, online on Zoom and at 205 N. Michigan on the 21st floor. To attend in person, please bring a
- [July 25 membership meeting - AFSCME Local 1215](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/event/july-25-membership-meeting-afscme-local-1215/) - Where: 205 N. Michigan Ave., 21st Floor, and on Zoom When: Friday, July 25, food ~6:30 PM, meeting starting at 7:00 PM Central The Friday, July 25 membership meeting will be held in a hybrid format, online on Zoom and at 205 N. Michigan on the 21st floor. To attend in person, please bring a
- [August 22 membership meeting - AFSCME Local 1215](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/event/august-22-membership-meeting-afscme-local-1215/) - Where: 205 N. Michigan Ave., 21st Floor, and on Zoom When: Friday, August 22, food ~6:30 PM, meeting starting at 7:00 PM Central The Friday, August 22 membership meeting will be held in a hybrid format, online on Zoom and at 205 N. Michigan on the 21st floor. To attend in person, please bring a
- [October 24 membership meeting - AFSCME Local 1215](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/event/october-24-membership-meeting-afscme-local-1215/) - Where: 205 N. Michigan Ave., 21st Floor, and on Zoom When: Friday, October 24, food ~6:30 PM, meeting starting at 7:00 PM Central The Friday, October 24 membership meeting will be held in a hybrid format, online on Zoom and at 205 N. Michigan on the 21st floor. To attend in person, please bring a
- [November 21 membership meeting - AFSCME Local 1215](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/event/november-21-membership-meeting-afscme-local-1215/) - Where: 205 N. Michigan Ave., 21st Floor, and on Zoom When: Friday, November 21, food ~6:30 PM, meeting starting at 7:00 PM Central The Friday, November 21 membership meeting will be held in a hybrid format, online on Zoom and at 205 N. Michigan on the 21st floor. To attend in person, please bring a
- [September 26 membership meeting - AFSCME Local 1215](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/event/september-26-membership-meeting-afscme-local-1215/) - Where: 205 N. Michigan Ave., 21st Floor, and on Zoom When: Friday, September 26, food ~6:30 PM, meeting starting at 7:00 PM Central The Friday, September 26 membership meeting will be held in a hybrid format, online on Zoom and at 205 N. Michigan on the 21st floor. To attend in person, please bring a
- [May 16 membership meeting - AFSCME Local 1215](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/event/may-16-membership-meeting-afscme-local-1215/) - Where: 205 N. Michigan Ave., 21st Floor, and on Zoom When: Friday, May 16, food ~6:30 PM, meeting starting at 7:00 PM Central The Friday, May 16 membership meeting will be held in a hybrid format, online on Zoom and at 205 N. Michigan on the 21st floor. To attend in person, please bring a
- [April 25 membership meeting - AFSCME Local 1215](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/event/april-25-membership-meeting-afscme-local-1215/) - Where: 205 N. Michigan Ave., 21st Floor, and on Zoom When: Friday, April 25, food ~6:30 PM, meeting starting at 7:00 PM Central The Friday, April 25 membership meeting will be held in a hybrid format, online on Zoom and at 205 N. Michigan on the 21st floor. To attend in person, please bring a
- [March 28 membership meeting - AFSCME Local 1215](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/event/march-28-membership-meeting-afscme-local-1215/) - Where: 205 N. Michigan Ave., 21st Floor, and on Zoom When: Friday, March 28, food ~6:30 PM, meeting starting at 7:00 PM Central The Friday, March 28 membership meeting will be held in a hybrid format, online on Zoom and at 205 N. Michigan on the 21st floor. To attend in person, please bring a
- [February 28 membership meeting - AFSCME Local 1215](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/event/february-28-membership-meeting/) - Where: 205 N. Michigan Ave., 21st Floor, and on Zoom When: Friday, February 28, food ~6:30 PM, meeting starting at 7:00 PM Central The Friday, February 28 membership meeting will be held in a hybrid format, online on Zoom and at 205 N. Michigan on the 21st floor. To attend in person, please bring a
- [Labor Discussion Group - July RSVP](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/event/labor-discussion-group-july-rsvp/) - Details and RSVP: https://forms.gle/M4hjBaugokfd9anQ6
- [June 28 Membership Meeting](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/event/june-28-membership-meeting/) - Where: 205 N. Michigan Ave., 21st Floor, and on Zoom When: Friday, June 28, food ~6:30 PM, meeting starting at 7:00 PM Central The Friday, June 28 membership meeting will be held in a hybrid format, online on Zoom and at 205 N. Michigan on the 21st floor. To attend in person, please bring a
- [May 24 Membership Meeting](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/event/may-24-membership-meeting/) - Where: 205 N. Michigan Ave., 21st Floor, and on Zoom When: Friday, May 24, food ~6:30 PM, meeting starting at 7:00 PM Central The Friday, April 26 membership meeting will be held in a hybrid format, online on Zoom and at 205 N. Michigan on the 21st floor. To attend in person, please bring a
- [After-ASID Party!](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/event/after-asid-party/) - Wednesday, April 24th | 5:00-8:00 p.m. Buddy Guy's Legends, 700 S Wabash, Chicago, IL 60605 Contact us with any questions at afscme.local1215@gmail.com or local1215mec@gmail.com. Local 1215's last After-ASID party was in 2019, and we thought it was time to get together again! Since the majority of CPL staff will be downtown at HWLC for ASID
- [Robert's Rules Info Session](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/event/roberts-rules-info-session-2/) - AFSCME Local 1215 will host an informational session on Zoom to cover how members can participate in meetings. We will also briefly cover union elections, as we'll be electing both convention delegates and union officers later this year! Save the date! The informational session will be held on Sunday, April 28th at 7 p.m. We
- [April 26 Membership Meeting](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/event/april-26-membership-meeting/) - Where: 205 N. Michigan Ave., 21st Floor, and on Zoom When: Friday, April 26, food ~6:30 PM, meeting starting at 7:00 PM Central The Friday, April 26 membership meeting will be held in a hybrid format, online on Zoom and at 205 N. Michigan on the 21st floor. To attend in person, please bring a
- [Robert's Rules Info Session](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/event/roberts-rules-info-session/) - AFSCME Local 1215 will host an informational session on Zoom to cover how members can participate in meetings. We will also briefly cover union elections, as we'll be electing both convention delegates and union officers later this year! Click here to submit your questions about Robert's Rules, our meeting procedure, or the election Click here
- [Labor Discussion Group - Salt of the Earth](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/event/labor-discussion-group-salt-of-the-earth/) - Join us for a discussion of the film Salt of the Earth ! The film is in the public domain and can be watched on the Internet Archive for free: https://archive.org/details/clacinonl_SaltOfTheEarth Description from Wikipedia: Salt of the Earth is a 1954 American drama film written by Michael Wilson, directed by Herbert J. Biberman, and produced by
- [February 23 Membership Meeting](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/event/february-23-membership-meeting/) - Where: 205 N. Michigan Ave., 21st Floor, and on Zoom When: Friday, January 23, food ~6:30 PM, meeting starting at 7:00 PM Central The Friday, January 23 membership meeting will be held in a hybrid format, online on Zoom and at 205 N. Michigan on the 21st floor. To attend in person, please bring a
- [January 19 Membership Meeting](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/event/january-19-membership-meeting/) - Where: 205 N. Michigan Ave., 21st Floor, and on Zoom When: Friday, January 19, food ~6:30 PM, meeting starting at 7:00 PM Central The Friday, January 19 membership meeting will be held in a hybrid format, online on Zoom and at 205 N. Michigan on the 21st floor. To attend in person, please bring a
- [Union Field Trip - January 2024](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/event/union-field-trip-january-2024/) - RSVP here! When: Sunday, January 21st, 11AM-1PM Where: National Museum of Mexican Art (Google Maps link) It's a union field trip! We will meet at the National Museum of Mexican Art (free admission!) at 11 a.m. to see the Carlos Cortéz 100 AÑOS exhibit, then get lunch at Taqueria El Mezquite (1 p.m.) to talk about the exhibit,
- [December 15 Membership Meeting](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/event/december-15-membership-meeting/) - Where: 205 N. Michigan Ave., 21st Floor, and on Zoom When: Friday, December 15, food ~6:30 PM, meeting starting at 7:00 PM Central The Friday, December 15 membership meeting will be held in a hybrid format, online on Zoom and at 205 N. Michigan on the 21st floor. To attend in person, please bring a
- [November 17 Membership Meeting](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/event/november-17-membership-meeting/) - Where: 205 N. Michigan Ave., 21st Floor, and on Zoom When: Friday, November 17, food ~6:30 PM, meeting starting at 7:00 PM Central The Friday, November 17 membership meeting will be held in a hybrid format, online on Zoom and at 205 N. Michigan on the 21st floor. To attend in person, please bring a
- [Union Field Trip to the National Museum of Mexican Art](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/event/union-field-trip-to-the-national-museum-of-mexican-art/) - RSVP here! When: Saturday, November 18th, 11AM-1PM Where: National Museum of Mexican Art (Google Maps link) It's a union field trip! We will meet at the National Museum of Mexican Art (free admission!) at 11 a.m. to see the Carlos Cortéz 100 AÑOS exhibit, then get lunch at Taqueria El Mezquite (1 p.m.) to talk about the exhibit,
- [October 19 - CPL Annual Budget Hearing](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/event/cpl-2023-budget-hearing-oct-19/) - What: CPL Budget Hearing When & Where: City Council Chambers at City Hall, on the 2nd Floor AND online On Thursday, October 19, the Chicago Public Library will have its annual Budget Hearing with the City's Committee on Budget and Government Operations. The hearing will be held in the City Council Chambers at City Hall,
- [October 27 Membership Meeting](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/event/october-27-membership-meeting/) - Where: 205 N. Michigan Ave., 21st Floor, and on Zoom When: Friday, October 27, food ~6:30 PM, meeting starting at 7:00 PM Central The October 27 membership meeting will be held in a hybrid format, online on Zoom and at 205 N. Michigan on the 21st floor. To attend in person, please bring a photo
- [Labor Discussion Group - September Meeting](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/event/labor-discussion-group-september-meeting/) - Sunday, September 17th at 7PM Goose Island Taproom 1800 W Fulton St (Google Maps link) This discussion is open to all members of AFSCME Locals 505, 654, 1215, 1669, 2912, and 2946. At this meeting, we'll be discussing the recent threats to the library, and, if there's time, the UAW and WGA/SAG strikes and any
- [September 8 Membership Meeting](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/event/september-8-membership-meeting/) - Where: 205 N. Michigan Ave., 21st Floor, and on Zoom When: Friday, September 8 starting at 7:00 PM Central Please note that the August 2023 membership meeting has been moved to September 8 in order to allow for our nomination and election of Council 31 Biennial Convention delegates during the meeting! In order to vote,
- [Labor Discussion Group - August Meeting](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/event/labor-discussion-group-august-meeting/) - District Brew Yards (Google Maps link) Sunday, August 6th at 7PM This summer, we've seen heat waves, flooding, wildfire smoke and even tornadoes! We will talk about climate collapse, long-standing building issues at CPL, broader ways Chicago can adapt and mitigate, and more. This discussion is open to all members of AFSCME Locals 505, 654,
- [July 28 2023 Membership Meeting](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/event/july-28-2023-membership-meeting/) - Where: On Zoom When: Friday, July 28 starting at 7:00 PM Central The July 28 membership meeting will be held solely online, on Zoom. (Our meeting room at Council 31 HQ was not available this month, but we'll be back to meeting with an in-person option in August!) How to Attend by Zoom: Registration is
- [July Labor Discussion Group](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/event/july-labor-discussion-group/) - Labor Discussion Group Sunday, July 9th, starting at 5PM (feel free to arrive later if needed!) Plymouth Restaurant, rooftop patio Please RSVP in advance. We'll discuss Chicago Teachers Union, CORE, and our recently elected Mayor Brandon Johnson. What do you hope for during Brandon's term? What's next for the labor movement in Chicago? Background articles:
- [Labor Discussion Group](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/event/labor-discussion-group/) - The Labor Discussion Group is starting back up for 2023! The next meeting will be Sunday, April 16th, 7-8PM, on Zoom. In this meeting we will get to know each other a bit and decide what we'd like future discussions to look like. Icebreaker: what's your favorite depiction of workers/labor in a movie or TV series? Register for the
- [Labor Discussion Group Meet-Up](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/event/labor-discussion-group-meet-up/) - In-person meeting at District Brew Yards - patio Sunday, June 4th at 7PM This will be a casual meet up to discuss the labor movement today! The WGA strike, the possible UPS strike, museum organizing in Chicago, etc. District Brew Yards is a cashless bar located near the Ashland Green Line stop. We will meet
- [June 23, 2023 Membership Meeting](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/event/june-23-2023-membership-meeting/) - Where: 205 N. Michigan Ave., 21st Floor, and on Zoom When: Friday, June 23 starting at 7:00 PM Central The June 23rd membership meeting will be held in a hybrid format, online on Zoom and at 205 N. Michigan on the 21st floor. To attend in person, please bring a photo ID and check in
- [May 26, 2023 Membership Meeting](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/event/may-26-2023-membership-meeting/) - Where: 205 N. Michigan Ave., 21st Floor, and on Zoom When: Friday, May 26 starting at 7:00 PM Central The May membership meeting will be held in a hybrid format, online on Zoom and at 205 N. Michigan on the 21st floor. To attend in person, please bring a photo ID and check in with
- [Labor Discussion Group Meeting](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/event/labor-discussion-group-meeting/) - The next Labor Discussion Group meeting will be Sunday, May 7 from 7-8PM, on Zoom. We will discuss this fascinating article on the history of the CPL union from 1937 to 1952. Local 88 fought for racial justice and civil service reform. More info on the registration page. Please email Justin with any questions or
- [April Membership Meeting](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/event/april-membership-meeting/) - Where: 205 N. Michigan Ave., Suite 2100 and on Zoom When: Friday, April 28 starting at 7:00 PM Central How to Attend by Zoom Registration is required. Members should provide a personal phone number they would be using to call in for audio, or to connect by phone if they don't have the Zoom app

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- [Auto Workers Union](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/tag/auto-workers-union/)
- [UNITE HERE Local 1](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/tag/unite-here-local-1/)
- [Notebaert Nature Museum](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/tag/notebaert-nature-museum/)
- [AAUP-AFT](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/tag/aaup-aft/)
- [AAUP-BHSNJ](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/tag/aaup-bhsnj/)
- [URA-AFT](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/tag/ura-aft/)
- [Goddard College](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/tag/goddard-college/)
- [MSI](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/tag/msi/)
- [WGA](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/tag/wga/)
- [AMPTP](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/tag/amptp/)
- [OPEIU Local 39](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/tag/opeiu-local-39/)
- [budget](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/tag/budget/)
- [staffing](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/tag/staffing/)
- [Sunday hours](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/tag/sunday-hours/)
- [grievance](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/tag/grievance/)
- [arbitration](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/tag/arbitration/)
- [labor history](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/tag/labor-history/)
- [suggested reading](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/tag/suggested-reading/)
- [National Museum of Mexican Art](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/tag/national-museum-of-mexican-art/)
- [Labor Discussion Group](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/tag/labor-discussion-group/)
- [AFSCME Local 3783](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/tag/afscme-local-3783/)
- [Columbia College Faculty Union](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/tag/columbia-college-faculty-union/)
- [Chicago Tribune Guild](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/tag/chicago-tribune-guild/)
- [Chicago Teachers Union](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/tag/chicago-teachers-union/)
- [IL Cultural Workers United](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/tag/il-cultural-workers-united/)
- [Museum of Contemporary Art Workers Union](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/tag/museum-of-contemporary-art-workers-union/)
- [AFSCME](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/tag/afscme/)
- [Fix Tier 2](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/tag/fix-tier-2/)
- [Week of Action](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/tag/week-of-action/)
- [Howard Brown Health Workers United](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/tag/howard-brown-health-workers-united/)
- [Shedd Workers United](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/tag/shedd-workers-united/)
- [National Labor Relations Board](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/tag/national-labor-relations-board/)
- [Cartoonist Cooperative](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/tag/cartoonist-cooperative/)
- [roberts rules](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/tag/roberts-rules/)
- [meetings](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/tag/meetings/)
- [Amazon workers](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/tag/amazon-workers/)
- [MULDA](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/tag/mulda/)
- [Starbucks Workers United](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/tag/starbucks-workers-united/)
- [Trader Joe's United](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/tag/trader-joes-united/)
- [NLRB](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/tag/nlrb/)
- [election](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/tag/election/)
- [AFSCME International Convention](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/tag/afscme-international-convention/)
- [Conventions](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/tag/conventions/)
- [Interview](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/tag/interview/)
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- [health and safety](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/tag/health-and-safety/)
- [ICE](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/tag/ice/)
- [alders](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/tag/alders/)
- [member action](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/tag/member-action/)
- [statements](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/tag/statements/)
- [Venezuela](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/tag/venezuela/)
- [city hall](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/tag/city-hall/)
- [Abolish ICE](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/tag/abolish-ice/)
- [may day](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/tag/may-day/)
- [workers over billionaires](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/tag/workers-over-billionaires/)
- [library defense](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/tag/library-defense/)
- [hiring](https://www.afscmelocal1215.org/tag/hiring/)

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