The enacted FY2027 State Budget delivers meaningful victories for District Council 37 members and the communities we serve. Through strong advocacy and member engagement, we secured significant Tier 6 reforms, expanded access to affordable childcare, and… Read more
As the 2026 New York State Legislative Session wrapped up on June 5, District Council 37’s Political Action & Legislative Department noted several key victories and policy advancements achieved by DC 37 this year. The following… Read more
This has been a year of political chaos, social unrest, and a destructive war of choice against Iran that is once again forcing working people to pay the price for decisions made by the billionaires running… Read more
Story by Mike Lee; Photos by Mike Lee, Acacia Rodriguez & Thea Setterbo Be prepared to give them hell, don’t take ‘no’ for an answer. Tell them we are the strongest union in New York City… Read more
Story & Photos by Mike Lee A resident banged on a pan with an iron spoon from a highrise apartment window above Seventh Avenue in defiance of President Donald Trump’s tyranny. Their spirits uplifted, thousands of… Read more
Story by Mike Lee Photos by Mike Lee & Acacia Rodriguez On May 1, in one of the largest local May Day demonstrations in decades, DC 37 members and other member unions of the NYC Central… Read more
By Mike Lee Following the union’s rigorous screening process, the DC 37 Delegate body voted to endorse congressional, statewide, and New York State Senate and Assembly candidates for the June 23 Primary Election. The full slate… Read more
DC 37 POLITICAL ACTION Get Out the Vote! Important Information on Voting Deadlines and Pro-Worker Candidates for the Primary Election Be prepared! Early voting and registration deadlines are approaching for in-person and mail-in voting for the… Read more
What is Intro. 303 and how will it harm unionized home care workers? Join DC 37, members of Home Care Employees Local 389, the Central Labor Council, Legal Aid Society, and disability advocates as we rally outside… Read more
State lawmakers are still negotiating the budget, and our advocacy to lower the Tier 6 contribution rate to 3% is working. But we need your help to get it over the finish line. We’re calling Senate… Read more
DC 37 will join the No Kings NYC Mass March on Saturday, March 28. We will gather with our union allies at 1 p.m. at 304 W. 58th Street before joining the march as it kicks… Read more
Creating clear legislative policies around how AI is used in the workplace limits the replacement of workers and human input. That’s why DC 37 is working in conjunction with the AFL-CIO and other labor groups to… Read more
By Mike Lee Governor: Kathy Hochul Kathy Hochul understands the importance of New York City and its residents. On Feb. 16, the Governor announced the State will provide $1.5 billion in financial aid to New York… Read more
DC 37 Celebrates Italian Heritage The union and supporters packed the house for the 26th DC 37 Italian Heritage Celebration. The Oct. 6 event honored the contributions of Italian-Americans, including their central role in the growth… Read more
DC 37 a Force at Labor Convention DC 37 and other AFSCME affiliates participated in the New York State AFL-CIO’s 2024 Constitutional Convention held Aug. 27-28 at the Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel in Midtown… Read more
This is OUR time. Essential workers need a fair and just contract NOW! Join the DC 37 rally for a new contract TODAY June 15 at 5 PM, Foley Square, lower Manhattan. Wear your DC 37 green… Read more
Join the DC 37 rally for a new contract on Wednesday June 15 at 5 PM, Foley Square, lower Manhattan. Wear your DC 37 green tee shirt and let your voices be heard. Bring your coworkers and friends.… Read more
JUNE UNION EVENTS: PLEASE JOIN OUR NEW CONTRACT NOW! RALLY at FOLEY SQUARE on JUNE 15, at 5 PM Make your voices heard! Join the rally for a New Contract Now! at Foley Square/ Thomas Paine… Read more
MAY IS LABOR HISTORY MONTH UNION EVENTS: PLEASE JOIN OUR FIGHT for PASSAGE of the CLEAN SLATE ACT Join us and make our voices heard at City Hall MAY 19 and in Albany MAY 24! We… Read more
MAY IS LABOR HISTORY MONTH UNION EVENTS: CAN YOU VOLUNTEER for the DC 37 PHONE BANK? DC 37 can use your help. Can you volunteer to call your union sisters and brothers and support the candidates… Read more
