Happy Negotiations Season!
Starting October 6th, 2025, we will be officially in negotiations for our new contract with Washington County!
From October 6th-10th, each day will have a different action or activity YOU can do to show your support and increase visibility.
Upcoming Events
In-Person General Membership Meeting
The AFSCME Local 517 General Membership Meeting will be held on Wednesday, November 19th from 12:00pm-1:00pm, in-person, at t
News and Updates
September 7th, 2025 Contract Negotiations Update
August 3rd, 2025 Negotiations Season Update
Wanna talk? Our AFSCME Local 517 Field Rep Drop-In Days For The Rest of 2025
AVAILABLE NOW: 2026-2027 Contract Negotiations Survey!
AFSCME National Updates
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On Florida’s Gulf Coast, AFSCME members win new contract and recognition for their service
Members of AFSCME Local 1718, who keep Venice, Fla., running, fought for a strong new contract.
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As government shutdown drags on, AFSCME Retirees are taking action
As the federal government shutdown drags on, AFSCME retirees are urging their lawmakers to end the shutdown by lowering health care costs and funding public services.
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AFSCME wins in court to temporarily halt firings of federal workers during the government shutdown
A federal judge sided with AFSCME and AFGE yesterday, temporarily halting the illegal firings of federal workers during the government shutdown.
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Washington psychologist shares how shutdown threatens mental health services, public safety
Dr. Jim Hulse, a psychologist and member of AFSCME Local 793 (WFSE), says the government shutdown will impact his patients and the services he provides.
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AFSCME members at Kaiser Permanente strike for better patient care
In UNAC/UHCP’s largest strike ever, health care workers at Kaiser Permanente are fighting for better patient care, staffing, wages and benefits.
AFSCME members make America happen.
With members in hundreds of different occupations, AFSCME advocates for fairness in the workplace, excellence in public services and prosperity and opportunity for all working families.