FLSA
We have continued open conversation with LMR over this issue over the past several months. As of my last report
to you in January 09, the Agency had agreed to have the payout information completed and begin processing payments in February
09. Although February has now come and gone, this week while in D.C. I continued dialect with the Agency on this matter,
and the fact that they committed to begin processing payments on the noted month.
I was told this morning that they are in fact working on the calculations, and that the only minor setup was those employed
in Unicor due to non-appropriated funding, but that it should be cleared up shortly. The earlier numbers I had on who
was going to be payed and who was entitled was under 1000 employee's. Today, I was told that as many as 2500 would receive
payment.
Months ago the Agency had stated that the earlier hold up in payment settlement with the affected employee's was with
NFC, and their commitment to commit to dates to begin processing. At that time the Agency stated that since this issue
had been settled and it had prolonged they would do this in-house.
As of this mornings conversation with Central Office, I was told that a employee's entitled to payment would begin receiving
them in staggered increments this month. As well it it could begin within the next two weeks.
I understand some of our members frustration regarding this matter, and we apologize for any of the inconveniences.
Hopefully all of the affected employee's will all be payed soon, and that this matter will be resolved!
I will keep everyone posted regarding any changes or further delays.
2009 CPL 33 National
Convention
The Council
of Prison Locals will hold its annual Convention in Reno, Nevada Aug. 19-23, 2009. The 19th and 23rd, will be considered as travel days for most.
AFGE will follow with its National Convention in Reno starting with registration on the Aug.23rd and ending on Aug. 28,
2009.
The Hotel Contract has been completed. We will have a link posted on the Council Website sometime next
week where you can begin reserving your rooms for this years Council Convention. There are different pricing levels
depending on the type of room you are interested in reserving. The rates start at $59 a night and up. This is
a very nice property and we believe they will host a great event!
During the week of AFGE's Convention beginning on Aug. 23 the Council will be moving over to the Convention location.
We have established a contract with the Grand Sierra Resort - (800) 501-2651. This is the
location where AFGE will hold its Convention. Room rates start at $99.00 slightly under the rate available under AFGE's
room block. Please call the number above for the Grand Sierra and ask for the Council of Prison Locals room block.
If you have any questions, please let us know.
In Unity!
Bryan Lowry
