Local 999 awards scholarships

Local 999 member Olga Tenney accepts a scholarship on behalf of her grandchild. From left, Local 999 2nd Vice President Jeff Zabielski, Local 999 President Jack Rohl, Olga Tenney and Local 999 Executive Vice President William VanGuilder.

Local 999 member Theresa Brady accepts a scholarship on behalf of her grandchild.

Capital District Retirees Local 999 held its annual picnic recently in Colonie. Led by Local 999 President Jack Rohl and the Local Scholarship Committee, the local also awarded its Tony Muscatiello Scholarship to two grandchildren of Local 999 members.

This year’s recipients are:

Sarah Brady, whose grandparent is Local 999 member Theresa Brady.
Lesha Tenney, whose grandparent is Local 999 member Olga Tenney.

Congratulations to the scholarship recipients!

From left, CSEA Retiree Program Specialist Heather McGee greets a Local 999 member.

Attendees also heard updates on important union issues, including how the federal budget bill could have a devastating effect on retirees and working people. In addition to Local 999 President Jack Rohl and local officer, addressing members were CSEA Capital Region President Shana Davis, Assistant NYS Comptroller/Director of Labor Affairs Adam Acquario and Capital District Alliance for Retired Americans Executive Director Steve Madarasz.

CSEA Political Action Coordinator Bryan Gorman, Labor Relations Specialist Eric Muldoon and Retiree Program Specialist Heather McGee also updated members on important issues, and members also had the chance to visit with union endorsed vendors and enjoy a picnic lunch.