Local 872

This is the official website for Washington Federation of State Employees Local 872. Our members work for the Washington State Department of Ecology based out of the Lacey Ecology Building and for the Thurston Conservation District in Tumwater.

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A rainbow over the Ecology headquarters building

Ecology Workers Take on Hazardous Lighting

When a harsh, disruptive lighting change gave employees watery eyes and headaches, WFSE Local 872 members took action.

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Pat Bailey shakes hands with WFSE VP Judy Kuschel, who is handing her the Laurie Merta award.

Local 872's Pat Bailey Wins Laurie Merta Award

Surrounded by friends and colleagues, Pat Bailey was awarded the Laurie Merta Steward of the Year Award. The ceremony took place June 1st at the Rise Up conference.

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Biden: Union, business leaders agree that funding the front lines is ‘urgent’

President-elect Joe Biden and Vice president-elect Kamala Harris on Monday brought together business and union leaders, including AFSCME President Lee Saunders, for a virtual meeting to discuss an

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In the middle of a pandemic, Trump threatens health care for millions of Americans

It was bad enough that the Trump administration failed miserably in its r

National AFSCME News

Child care providers file unfair practice charge against California
Frustrated by the State of California’s inaction, child care providers have filed an unfair practice charge to get help. — Nov 19
AFSCME supports Boston mayor Marty Walsh for labor secretary
AFSCME, other unions recommend Boston Mayor Marty Walsh for labor secretary. — Nov 18
Biden: Union, business leaders agree that funding the front lines is ‘urgent’
After meeting with union and business leaders, President-elect Joe Biden said the participants agreed on the urgent need to fund the front lines. — Nov 17
At home for veterans in Michigan, the rewards are subtle but last a lifetime
Never Quit Service Award winner Cathy Scott brightens the lives of residents at the Grand Rapids, Mich., Home for Veterans. She’s a member of AFSCME Local 261 (Council 25). — Nov 16
NYC public employees reach agreement with the city, avoiding layoffs
Thousands of New York City public service workers will be spared layoffs through at least June 2021 under an agreement DC 37 struck with Mayor Bill de Blasio. — Nov 13

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