Mayor Watson shared his thoughts on what being an AFSCME member means to him and his ongoing efforts to advocate for public employees in Austin. Watch this special visit as we discuss the vital role unions play in our community and how he is fighting for the rights and well-being of all public workers.
Council Member Chito Vela from District 4 visits AFSCME Local 1624! During his visit, Council Member Vela discussed the importance of union membership and his commitment to supporting public employees in Austin. Tune in to hear his insights on how we can work together to strengthen our community and ensure fair treatment for all city workers.
Council Member Vanessa Fuentes stopped by AFSCME Local 1624 to talk about her dedication to improving the lives of Austin's public employees. We had an inspiring conversation about her work on expanding parental leave and ensuring that all city workers have the support they need to balance their careers and families. Watch to learn more about her ongoing efforts to make Austin a more equitable and supportive place for all.
George Morales, a member of AFSCME Local 1624, has always believed in his community, even when others didn’t. He grew up in the Dove Springs neighborhood of Austin, Texas, where people didn't expect much from the kids there. Today, Morales is a constable for Austin's Precinct 4 and is someone who's always giving back to the community he grew up in.
AFSCME 1624, 4500 member strong, is the union that honors solidarity without conformity — drawing each member’s story into a force of experience and commitment that can’t be ignored. That’s how we win better lives for ourselves, our families, our communities, and our country. For people proudly committed to the public service that makes Austin happen, we never quit.