• PEF and other labor unions uplift Regional Food Bank in time of need

    PEF and other labor unions uplift Regional Food Bank in time of need

    November 17, 2025 — Across the nation, Americans are facing rising costs of living, with many struggling to access food. According to the Regional Food Bank of Northeastern New York (NENY),...

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  • PEF member collects donations for Hurricane Melissa relief in Jamaica

    PEF member collects donations for Hurricane Melissa relief in Jamaica

    November 10, 2025 — Hurricane Melissa devastated Jamaica late last month. Current damage estimates show the Category 5 storm caused as much as $7 billion in damages. International aid organizations have descended on the island nation with relief supplies, and...

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  • PEF statement on tragedy at Marcy Correctional Facility

    PEF statement on tragedy at Marcy Correctional Facility

    The following statement was issued by PEF President Wayne Spence on Nov. 7, 2025: “Our deepest condolences go out to the family, friends, and colleagues of the PEF member who...

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  • PEF sets up a way for members to donate for Jamaican Disaster Relief

    PEF sets up a way for members to donate for Jamaican Disaster Relief

    Nov. 4, 2025 — It will take years for Jamaica to recover from the damaged caused by Category 5 Hurricane Melissa. World aid organizations are providing badly needed supplies, and...

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  • Enrollment for 2026 Flexible Spending Accounts is open through December 8

    Enrollment for 2026 Flexible Spending Accounts is open through December 8

    November 4, 2025 — For PEF members who wish to enroll in a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) with the New York State’s program administrator, Total Administrative Services Corporation (TASC), open enrollment is underway until December...

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  • Productivity Enhancement Program open through December 8

    Productivity Enhancement Program open through December 8

    October 31, 2025 — The Productivity Enhancement Program (PEP) allows eligible employees to exchange previously accrued annual leave and/or personal leave in return for a biweekly credit to reduce their...

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