Activity/Organization updates

Because MGEC is an organization whose members are in every corner of the state, it’s difficult to have traditional in-person meetings that have equitable access. This is why we have the “Meet with MGEC” meeting series – a virtual meeting where we come together as members to discuss events. All that’s needed is a device and internet access. As we prepare for the next round of contract negotiations in 2027, we want to communicate our goals for bargaining and listen to what you have to say. If you have a question you’d like answered at the meeting, please send it in advance to: ... Read More >>

Just a friendly reminder that the deadline for nominations for MGEC’s scholarships & awards closes on June 30th.  It’s not too late to apply for any of the two recognitions or two scholarships! The Golden Slide Rule Award recognizes accomplishments in outstanding technical writing, technical skills (including perhaps even knowing how to use a slide rule!), and sharing expertise with peers.  The Distinguished Citizenship Award recognizes outstanding participation and leadership in one’s community, be it local, regional, or international. If you or family members are pursuing a STEM ... Read More >>

It is not too soon to think about the election process that will create next year’s MGEC board of directors.  As a free-standing nonprofit organization whose mission is to advocate for our members and bargain the best possible labor agreement with the State of Minnesota, our priorities and strategies are developed and driven by our Board.  MGEC members who have stepped up to be Officers and on the Board of Directors are the voice of the MGEC membership and are vital as MGEC fulfills its mission.  More details on the election process will come out in the next couple of months but consider ... Read More >>

At its April meeting, the MGEC board voted to appoint me as the Executive Director for the organization, having served in an interim capacity for the last 12 months. For those who don’t know me, I’ve been involved with public sector union representation since 2013.  In my last role I was a business manager for a union that represents about 1000 public works employees throughout the metro area; those members worked for nine different public employers under eleven different contracts.  Prior to that, I worked in the Minneapolis Parks system for a decade.  The common thread of each of my roles ... Read More >>

This year’s conference of the National Association of State Highway and Transportation Unions (NASHTU) will be held in late June in Washington DC.  MGEC is sending three people to this year’s conference, with the goal of learning about recent developments in transportation issued at the federal level and communicating the needs of our members to elected officials in conversations with lawmakers.  Learning more about legislative priorities including opposing outsourcing, keeping inspections in the jurisdiction of public employees, and ensuring job safety are priorities as decisions are made at ... Read More >>