DWI Reclassification
On September 20, 2024, UPE met with the Department of Workforce Investment (DWI) to discuss a proposed reclassification of the Management...
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- Sep 9
BHRS Alternative Work Schedules
On September 5, 2024, UPE met with BHRS to discuss its proposed alternative work schedule (AWS) policies for Unit 3 members. BHRS is...
- Jul 26
Unit 3: United We Thrive
At United Public Employees (UPE), we are committed to providing our members with exceptional benefits, representation, and support. As a...
- Jun 17
Unit 3 Contract Negotiations Update
On June 13, 2024, your UPE Unit 3 Negotiations team continued contract negotiations with Merced County despite the rising cost of living...
- May 28
Merced Unit 3: Contract Negotiations Update
On May 22, 2024, UPE met with Merced County to negotiate the successor agreement for our Unit 3 members. During this session, UPE entered...
- May 13
Unit 3 Contract Negotiations Update
On May 8, 2024, UPE met with Merced County to negotiate a successor agreement for our Unit 3 members. During this session, UPE entered...
- May 6
Merced Unit 3: Contract Negotiations Update
On May 2, 2024, UPE met with Merced County to negotiate a successor agreement for UPE Unit 3 members. UPE entered multiple proposals...
- Apr 23
Merced Unit 3: Contract Negotiations Commencement - Join the Fight!
On April 15, 2024, UPE entered negotiations with Merced County on a successor agreement for our Unit 3 members. We will be sending email...
- Jan 23
Merced: Unit 3 Governing Board Vacancies
Currently, there are two vacancies on your six person UPE Unit 3 governing board. If you have the heart and passion to be part of making...
- Dec 7, 2023
Merced Unit 3: 2024 Health Care Rates
After receiving news of the 2024 Merced County Health Care rates, UPE addressed the Merced County Board of Supervisors regarding the...
- Oct 20, 2023
Merced: Board of Supervisors Meeting - October 24, 2023
Wear RED and join us in solidarity to show your support at the next Board of Supervisors meeting. UPE's Executive Director, Ted Somera,...
- Oct 19, 2023
UPE 2023 Board & Steward Election Results
UPE would like to thank everyone who participated in the 2023 Board and Steward elections. Congratulations to those winning their seat!...
- Sep 11, 2023
Merced - Unit 3: Know Your Rights - Right to Representation
Union members have a right to representation at all meetings that are disciplinary or may become disciplinary. In California, labor law...
- Sep 7, 2023
Unit 3: When to Contact UPE
As your exclusive bargaining representative, UPE’s job is to ensure our members’ rights aren’t being violated and assist in matters that...
- Sep 5, 2023
Merced Unit 3: Probationary Employees Benefit from Union Representation
Probationary employees are often confused about whether they can or should join the union. The answer to both questions is yes! ...
- Aug 31, 2023
Merced - Unit 3: Member Appreciation
As a member-lead union, it’s important for UPE to recognize our membership. You all are the backbone of our organization. The stronger...
- Jul 6, 2023
UPE's Endorsement of Nicole Silveira for the District Attorney
In early 2022, UPE met with Nicole Silveira as a candidate for the Merced County District Attorney's (DA's) office. After the meeting,...
- Apr 21, 2023
Merced - Unit 3: HSA Updates Job Specifications
On April 21, 2023, UPE and the Human Services Agency (HSA) in Merced County met to discuss the proposed revisions to the Software...
- Mar 6, 2023
Merced - Unit 3: Updates to Merced County Human Rules & Regulations
On March 6, 2023, UPE and Merced County met to discuss two recently enacted Assembly Bills: AB 1949 and AB 1041. AB 1949 provides up to...
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