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January/February 2013 SAG-AFTRA national radio and TV commercial contracts negotiations are scheduled to begin mid-February. The current agreements expire March 31, 2013. Stay tuned to SAGAFTRA.org for updates.
Broadcast Safety Update. Local staff continues to communicate with members and management on the issues of safety and security while covering news. The local Broadcast Steering Committee is scheduled to meet and address safety concerns on March 2.
Annual Tax Seminar Alan Markle, CPA, presents Taxes for Performers, Monday, February 11, from 7-8:30 p.m. Learn what items are deductible and to what extent, and how to use the IRS regulations wisely. For details click here.
A Public Retirement Tribute to Belva Davis February 23, 2013, 7-10 p.m. at the Yerba Buena Center for the Arts, The Forum. Tickets may be purchased online at ybca.org or by phone at (415) 978-2787.
Broadcast Bargaining Surveys—They Are Important An important step in preparation for bargaining is getting input from members. Given the rapidly shifting nature of the TV and radio business, negotiations are an opportunity to update contracts to keep them current and relevant within the industry. Surveys and unit meetings are a chance to reflect on contract/workplace issues that could be improved. This can be a time for brainstorming new ideas and an opportunity to get ahead of the curve for changes that are on the horizon. If your collective bargaining agreement expires soon, expect to receive a bargaining survey and notices of meetings. These are your contracts — make sure your voice is heard!
SAG-AFTRA mourns the passing of:
Labor Archives and Research Center Opens a New Location
Vivian Brown, Actor/San Francisco Icon (1927-2013)
Open house Thursday, January 31, 5-7p.m. at the J. Paul Leonard Library, 4th floor, San Francisco State University, 1630 Holloway Avenue. Tour the current exhibition, Economic Justice as a Civil Right in San Francisco, 1963-1964.
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Jon Fromer, Musician/Producer /Activist (1946-2013) read more
Cliff Osmond, Character Actor/Acting Coach (19372012) read more
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