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
General Membership Meeting (Virtual)
Our General Membership Meetings are the third Wednesday of the month; except in December, when no meeting is held.
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 the Washingto
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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AFSCME retirees go to Congress to fight to cut health care costs, fund public services
AFSCME retirees were fired up to talk to lawmakers when they visited Capitol Hill on Thursday.
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We demand back pay for furloughed federal workers
In a letter to the White House, AFSCME demanded that the administration guarantee back pay for furloughed federal workers.
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Workers at another Colorado library are building power through AFSCME
Boulder Public Library workers announced plans to form a union through AFSCME.
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Florida retiree: Services for vulnerable children are hurting. Congress needs to fund public services.
A Florida retiree tells Congress to stop playing games and fund public services.
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At AFSCME forum, CA governor candidates vow to fight for public services, working families
People looking to become California’s next governor spoke to AFSCME members at a forum over the weekend.
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.