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Friday,Aug 17,2018
Help us set a record in August!
SEANC isaimingforourbestmonthever recruitingnew membersinAugust Help usoutandwin!Eachmemberwho recruitsthreemembersinAugustwill earn anentryinadrawingfor$250
Andeachnew memberwhojoinsthrough Sept 30will beenteredintoadrawingfor anew DeWaltsaw!Soifyouhavea coworkerwhoisn’tyetamember,tell themtojoinonlinetoday!
State ends fiscal year with a $440 2 million surplus
For the third consecutive year, the state has posted a significant budget surplus.
According to the report released today North Carolina’s revenue exceeded the certified revenue by $400 2 million This actual revenue was $83 5 million more than the revised projection of $356 7 million
Abudget surplus increases SEANCs opportunity to negotiate pay raises and additional funding for the State Retirement System and Health Plan Unanticipated revenue growth allows state agencies an opportunity to receive additional funding specific to their needs.
SEANC looks forward to working with the new General Assembly in January on the biennial budget
Also this week:
State Treasurer Dale Folwell reports a 7 3%increase in the state pension fund
According to a national survey North Carolina’s Retirement System continues to have the second-lowest administration costs in the nation At $23 per member the pension administration costs are significantly lower than the national average of $93 per member
Afirmer prison policy was unveiled on last week. Under the new policy inmates who attack prison employees will be placed in solitary confinement and lose visitation privileges for at least a year The attackers may also serve more time in prison due to forfeiture of previously accrued credit for work and good behavior
There were 245 assaults on North Carolina prison workers in the first seven months of 2018 Six prison employees were killed in the line of duty by inmates in 2017
Friday,Aug 24,2018
State Health Plan open enrollment starts next month
The State Health Plan announced recently that it would conduct open enrollment from Sept 29-Oct 31 for all plan members.
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SEANC laudednationally for minimum wage win
National media outlets are taking note of SEANCs role in making North Carolina the first state in the nation with a $15 minimum wage for state employees!
An article in this months Governing Magazine credits SEANC with having the courage to fight for a $15 minimum wage for state employees even in a state controlled by Republicans. SEANC was the only employees association that legislative leaders invited to the table during their closed-door budget negotiations.
Anational expert called the decision unexpected in the article The article credits a grassroots campaign of SEANC members with the victory
Working for the state of North Carolina should not be a path to poverty, says Robert Broome SEANCs executive director We had folks who shared their stories about working second jobs to make ends meet and folks who worked for the state who qualified for assistance We had people who had been with the state for two decades or more who were still making what I consider poverty-level wages.
Help wanted for election season!
SEANC is hiring five Member Political Organizers (MPOs) across the state to assist the political program for the 2018 election cycle MPOs will actively engage SEANC members around electoral activities and make sure SEANC members’ voices are heard at the ballot box in November through voter turnout efforts. Click here to learn more about the position and how to apply For questions, please contact Amanda Finelli at afinelli@seanc.org
State Health Plan open enrollment begins soon
The State Health Plan announced recently that it would conduct open enrollment from Sept 29-Oct 31 for all plan members. Members will receive a Decision Guide from the State Health Plan in the mail in coming days to prepare you to choose the best plan for you and your family for the upcoming year
Visit the Plans website for a quick overview of what actions you will need to take during Open Enrollment and some upcoming opportunities to learn more including dates for webinar trainings.
The Plan will be hosting Open Enrollment Outreach Events for Medicare retiree members across the state in September and October as well Please RSVPby calling 866-720-0114 Monday through Friday 8 a m -5 p m or click below to
RSVPonline Plan to attend a session near you and register early as seating will be limited
Time is running out to enjoy an area theme park
The turning of the calendar to September means summer is almost over Time to get in one last trip to one of the great area theme or water parks with a discounted admission ticket from SEANC! Stop by a State Employees' Credit Union branch today to save on tickets to nine great parks, including Dollywood featured in the video below!
