Scheduled Maintenance
On Saturday, May 3, the CSEA Information Technology (IT) Department will be doing some maintenance, and our website and the MyCSEA app will be unavailable that day.
CSEA marks Workers’ Memorial Day
Today, CSEA and other unions around the world will remember those who have died or been seriously injured while doing their jobs.
Workers’ Memorial Day, observed since 1989, serves as an opportunity to mourn fallen workers and renew our union’s ongoing commitment to safe and healthy workplaces.
Our union is mourning all of those who have passed away while performing their job duties, including the following CSEA members who have passed away over the past year:
- Maria Coto, 56, caseworker, Westchester County Department of Social Services, passed away June 19, 2024.
- David Horrach, 34, highway maintenance worker 1, NYS Department of Transportation, passed away Oct. 31, 2024.
- Stephen Ebling, 58, maintenance supervisor, New York State Thruway Authority, passed away Nov. 4, 2024.
- Dariel Vasquez, 18, parks and recreation aide 4, NYS Palisades Park Commission, passed away Nov. 9, 2024.
- Carmine Convertino, 72, bus driver, City of Long Beach, passed away Dec. 20, 2024.
- Victoria Alexander, 29, caseworker, St. Lawrence County Department of Social Services, passed away Jan. 16, 2025.
- Jean Marsden, 58, bus driver, Holland Patent Central School District, passed away March 7, 2025.
- Michael Simons-Iocona, 28, field operations assistant 2, Central New York DDSO, passed away March 31, 2025.
Read The Work Force article
Read the AFL-CIO’s 2025 Death on the Job Report
Collective Power, Collective Progress: CSEA Women’s Conference educates, inspires members
Hundreds of CSEA members and officers gathered in Tarrytown for the CSEA Women’s Conference. CSEA’s Standing Women’s Committee, along with union officers and staff, planned a conference filled with inspiration, leadership development and mentorship for attendees.
Conference guests included Gov. Kathy Hochul and State Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins, who delivered uplifting messages about the ongoing fight for our future for labor union women and all members.
Congratulations to Monroe County Unit President and Monroe County Local 3rd Vice President Holly Roth on receiving the Irene Carr Leadership Award for her leadership, activism and mentorship.
View conference photos on our union’s Facebook page
In images at left: Top: Monroe County Unit President and Irene Carr Leadership Award recipient Holly Roth, Monroe County Local President Michael Irving, CSEA Standing Women’s Committee Chair Faye Wilkie-Fields and CSEA President Mary E. Sullivan shortly after Roth received the award at our union’s Women’s Conference.
Bottom: From left, Westchester County Local and Unit President Hattie Adams, State Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins, CSEA President Mary E. Sullivan, Gov. Kathy Hochul and CSEA Standing Women’s Committee Chair Faye Wilkie-Fields pose during the closing conference plenary session.
Another State Budget Extender
The legislature passed State Budget Extender #8, which will keep the state government operating through Tuesday, April 29. This extender does not cover any state payrolls. The only additional spending included relates to a few state payments for health programs, unemployment insurance, and other minor items.
Institution payroll must be funded by Tuesday, April 29 at 12:00 PM for checks to be issued on Thursday, May 1. CSEA’s expectation is for the next extender to be passed on Tuesday to maintain operations.
In above images, left, CSEA Executive Vice President Richard Bebo, CSEA President Mary E. Sullivan and CSEA Statewide Secretary Stacey Baldwin-Deyo pose after Sullivan swears them into office. In top right photo, Sullivan swears Bebo and Baldwin-Deyo into office. In bottom right photo, the full CSEA Board of Directors is also sworn into office.
CSEA Board of Directors elect statewide officers to fill vacancies
The CSEA Board of Directors elected two new Statewide Officers at their meeting today to fill vacancies as a result of the former Executive Vice President retiring in February.
The Board elected Richard Bebo to the Executive Vice President position. Bebo most recently served as our union’s Statewide Secretary.
As a result of the vacancy created by the election of Bebo, the Board elected Stacey Baldwin-Deyo as Statewide Secretary. Baldwin-Deyo, who is employed as a probation officer at Greene County, has served in various CSEA leadership roles.
CSEA’s statewide college scholarship deadline extended to May 16
The deadline to submit applications for our union’s statewide college scholarships has been extended to May 16! Graduating high school seniors who are dependents of CSEA active members are eligible to apply for and potentially receive one of our union’s statewide college scholarships. CSEA awards 18, $1,000 Irving Flaumenbaum Memorial Scholarships (three in each region) every year. Pearl Insurance and MetLife each sponsor a one-time $2,500 award.
New this year – CSEA has opened the J.J. Kelly Memorial Scholarship to active members and their eligible dependent children going to a college, trade school or any post-secondary education program. This scholarship will help students who show leadership qualities in their community, school or union with the rising cost of tuition.
Learn more and download the 2025 application today
CSEA President Mary E. Sullivan: Cuts to NIOSH would put millions of workers at risk
CSEA is very concerned about deep staffing cuts at the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) as part of a restructuring ordered by U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
“These ill-advised cuts to NIOSH will potentially endanger millions of workers,” said CSEA President Mary E. Sullivan. “This is not just a budget cut — it’s a rollback of decades of worker safety progress putting millions of workers at risk.”
CSEA slams Trump administration for drastic cuts to vital public health services
Job loss the tip of the iceberg for New York
The recently reported clawback of federal public health grants and layoffs of more than 10,000 workers at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services also retroactively terminated the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) Health Disparities Grant, impacting important public health programs across the state.
Statement of CSEA President Mary E. Sullivan on federal Executive Order ending collective bargaining rights for many federal employees
“The executive order signed by President Trump is a direct attack on federal workers and their fundamental labor rights. By stripping them of their ability to collectively bargain and organize, this administration is engaging in blatant union-busting. This is not just an attack on federal workers — it’s a first step toward actions against all unions and working people.”
“We stand in solidarity with federal employees and all in the labor movement against this assault on public employees.”
Statement From CSEA President Mary E. Sullivan on Governor Hochul’s State of the State Address
“CSEA applauds Governor Kathy Hochul for her commitment to working people in her state of the state address today. Her focus on affordability for middle class families is just what our state needs to bounce back from record inflation.”
Governor proposes inflation refund for millions of New Yorkers
Gov. Kathy Hochul wants to put money in YOUR pockets with New York’s first-ever inflation refund! Her proposal would send an inflation refund check to 8.6 million New Yorkers.
“This tax rebate is welcome news for CSEA members struggling with their finances,” said CSEA President Mary E. Sullivan. “CSEA applauds Governor Hochul for doing the right thing for the working people of New York.”
The 2025 CSEA Calendar is here!
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SCAM ALERT: Fake Email – All Inclusive Vacation Giveaway
There is a fake email circulating inviting CSEA members to enter a giveaway for an all-inclusive vacation. THIS IS A SCAM. It did not originate from CSEA. It comes from a suspicious email address and attempts to trick members into clicking and giving away personal information. PLEASE DO NOT CLICK ON ANY LINKS. Report it to your IT Department and/or delete it when you see it!
A screenshot of what the email looks like is included here for reference.
State launches campaign to HELP fill public jobs
The New York State Department of Civil Service has launched the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide (NY HELPS) Program to help public employers fill critical vacancies.
The state has also kicked off a public awareness campaign to promote public employment and numerous public service career opportunities.
The StateJobsNY website has also been revamped.
As Gov. Kathy Hochul and Civil Service Commissioner Timothy Hogues have noted, the state is working to improve its civil service hiring process, including eliminating barriers to entering civil service, meeting job seekers where they are and seeking diverse talent to public jobs.
CSEA is working in partnership with the Governor and her administration to help recruit and retain public employees.
State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli in a screenshot from the recruitment video.
A recruitment message to CSEA from NYS Comptroller Tom DiNapoli
The State Comptroller’s office is currently hiring for multiple open CSEA positions across New York State.
The office has more than 2,700 public employees statewide who are dedicated to ensuring taxpayer dollars are used effectively and for public good. CSEA members are highly valued members of their team, these positions are open to those who are new to government work or current New York State employees looking for a change.
Watch the video
- View all open positions with the Comptroller’s office in Albany and across the state
- Find Civil Service exam information, including continuous recruitment exams, exams open to the public and promotional exams for state employees
Apply NOW for WDI Child Care Scholarship Program
The Workforce Development Institute (WDI) launched child care scholarships to help working families with the high cost of child care in the Capital District and Western New York.
The average monthly scholarship is $1,000 per child, paid directly to child care providers for full-time care.
Eligibility guidelines apply. Scholarships are open to any resident of Albany, Schenectady, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Monroe and Erie counties working 10 hours or more or is in an education of training program under the maximum eligible income.
CSEA members and families are urged to apply now! This program will go fast. It is open to the public and will end when funding runs out.
Visit WDINY.org/childcare to get an application and complete the prescreen. For questions, email scholarship@wdiny.org.
Download flyer to learn more about the program and eligibility guidelines.
Test your knowledge!
Knowledge is power, and it pays off! Join the fun with our weekly union quiz on the MyCSEA app! First-time winners not only get bragging rights but a FREE exclusive CSEA t-shirt! Download the MyCSEA app today and put your mind to the test!
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New webinar available
CSEA has a brand-new webinar available for activists interested in our governance process, How to properly write and submit proposed resolutions or amendments to CSEA’s Constitution & By-Laws. It will prepare viewers to properly write proposed resolutions and/or amendments to CSEA’s governing documents that, if approved, may be voted on at our Annual Delegates Meeting this October.
Download the Updated My CSEA smartphone app!
We’ve just launched a completely updated version of our popular My CSEA smartphone app, available for both Apple and Android devices, which keeps you even more connected to our union and provides important information about your representation and benefits. It’s all just a touch away!
Show OFF your union pride WITH A CSEA SHIRT!
Visit CSEA’s Merch Mart today to purchase shirts and hats bearing the CSEA logo which are union-made in the USA and offered through our partner Ethix Merch.
Order today and wear them with pride and show off your union colors!
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