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
First Day of Negotiations! Get some AFSCME Swag!
MEMBERS – Meet us in front of the main offices to grab some green! 8am to 9am
SOLIDARITY HAPPY HOUR
Pizza Luće – 2851 Snelling Ave N, Roseville
Happy Hour 4–6pm • $2 off apps and drink specials
Pizza Luće – 2851 Snelling Ave N, Roseville
General Membership Meeting (Virtual)
Our General Membership Meetings are the third Wednesday of the month; except in December, when no meeting is held.
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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How the shutdown will impact public services in states and cities
How state and local public services suffer during a shutdown.
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Health care cuts, government shutdown put Michigan families at risk
A Michigan member explains how health care cuts will hurt her patients.
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Maryland nurse says government shutdown is going to be ‘devastating’
Jenny Reese, a nurse from Maryland, says a government shutdown will be “devastating.”
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Government shutdown a ‘one-two punch for working families’
AFSCME President Lee Saunders called the federal government shutdown a “one-two punch for working families.”
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AFSCME heroes help heal MI community gripped by tragedy
The AFSCME public service spirit shines in Grand Blanc, Michigan.
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.