We are receiving questions on how to proceed with the current air quality problem in the City when it affects you at the worksite. We are working with DC 37 in drafting some guidelines and will update you on this matter. Please keep yourself and your family safe, wear masks, hydrate and limit your activities outdoors.  

The New York State Paid Family Leave benefit is expanded to include care for siblings as eligible dependents for leave. The PFL benefit is 12 weeks. The maximum weekly paid benefit is $971.61 or $1,943 bi-weekly. The contribution rate dropped from .511% of payroll to .455% of payroll. This union-negotiated benefit is available to nearly all DC 37 members, including members in the nonprofit and private sector locals.