"[BGS Deputy Commissioner Tom] Sandretto said the latest estimate is that it will cost around $25 million to accomplish a basic ‘stabilization’ of the buildings in the complex. Earlier officials had estimated it would cost $17 million-$20 million."
State Also Investigating Alleged Theft Of State Property By Contractors
VSEA’s thoughts and prayers go out to the family, friends and co-workers of Shawn!
VSEA members might remember that Stocker, a Guard member, was forced to file a grievance against the DOC in 2010 beause he was ordered to use his 15 days of contractually mandated military leave up front, as opposed to spreading it throughout the year. (READ STOCKER AP STORY HERE). Stocker prevailed, ensuring no other state employees who belong to the military are subject to treatment like that given Stocker. Thanks for having the courage to fight for what was right Shawn!
Note: Sadly, the AP story about Stocker was written by Vermont Associated Press reporter John Curran, who passed away suddenly last weekend and was laid to rest today. VSEA’s condolences also go out to the Vermont AP family and John’s family and friends.
VSH employee Peggy Lord’s Waterbury home was completely destroyed by Irene’s flooding. To help, this morning Lord and her family received a $500 check from the union’s Member Support Committee.
VSEA Interim Director Michael Casey clarifies to paper that VSEA cannot legally waive contractural rights.
Sorry. Have to click on scanned copy, as full story is not available online, only on paper’s blog spot.
VSEA Interim Director’s e-mail to DHR Commissioner dated Sept. 7, well ahead of last week’s finger pointing by the State.
"It is all of our interests, in the interests of the citizens of Vermont, and the taxpayers that we return as many employees to work as soon as possible without additional cost to the State."