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July 23, 2009
City Council votes in favour of new city-owned utility
On July 22, Winnnipeg City Council voted 10-6 in favour of a new city-owned utility that will assume responsibility for water and sewage treatment, garbage and recycling pickup and possibly energy services. » Read more July 16, 2009
EPC approves Municipal Corporate Utility
On July 15, the City's Executive Policy Committee (EPC) of Council voted unanimously in favour of creating a Municipal Corporate Utility despite opposition by a number of concerned citizens, groups and other stakeholders who were critical of the plan.
CUPE Local 500 President Mike Davidson made a presentation on behalf of the 3,400 members working at the City of Winnipeg.
The proposed plan will still require final approval by City Council when they meet on July 22.
Click here to view a copy of the union's brief to EPC.
July 11, 2009
CUPE Local 500 President Mike Davidson Letter to the Editor Re: Winnipeg Water Utility
“Water warning issued”, “Debate about water utility not deep enough” and “Water utility muddle” have been the headlines of three recent articles in the Winnipeg Free Press about the upcoming vote by City Council on Winnipeg’s water and wastewater services. » Read more
June 22, 2009
CUPE 500 Big Bike team raises over $2,000
CUPE Local 500 members and their families raised over $2,000 at this year's Heart and Stroke Big Bike event. » Read more
June 19, 2009
Celebrating National Aboriginal Day
CUPE Local 500 members working in Public Works and Water and Waste had an opportunity to celebrate the culture and traditions of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples during a noon hour event held at 1155 Pacific on June 15. » Read more
June 11, 2009
Water and Waste Department "Blue Wave" Tours
From June 2 – 11, the Local attended a number of workplace meetings in the Water and Waste Department to discuss the City's initiative for a new "water utility and strategic partner" for water and sewer services. Until the City is clear on what the finished model will look like, the Local is not taking a formal position at this time. The one important thing we want our members to know is that your concerns are a priority and we will do everything possible to address them during this process.
Watch for further Local 500 updates regarding the water utility issue and our Positively Public Campaign. If you have any questions or concerns, please call our office at 942-1001 or by email: union@cupe500.mb.ca.
June 13, 2009
Public Services Week is June 14 - 20
Public Services Week is a time set aside to honor the men and women who
serve as public servants from all three levels of government in Manitoba.
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June 1, 2009
Another Great Mayworks Picnic!
The
Winnipeg Labour Council once again hosted its annual MayWorks family picnic
on Saturday, May 30, at Freight House Park.
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