RCMP officers threaten work to rule over 14 percent raise
RCMP members frustrated by no wage increases since 1993 threaten a work to rule campaign if government wage proposals fail. Staff Sgt. Reg Trowell says members may act if fairness is lacking, with non-unionized force prohibiting strikes and options including not issuing tickets or refusing overtime. The Mounties seek about a 14 percent raise over four years in the proposal to the government.
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Winnipeg Press
BRSD approves security upgrade and hires at Feb meeting
Birdtail River School Division No 38 approved Alarm-All’s bid to install a 24 hour monitored security system at Birtle Collegiate for 2085.44 plus taxes. Two employees were hired: Cameron Senek for a 32 week Industry Canada funded Technical Support role starting Jan 16 1998 and Shelly Gardham as Miniota School teacher assistant from Jan 5 to Jun 30. Loree Williamson’s Jan 5 to Jun 30 1998 Miniota School TA position was rescinded. A grant payment of 355.00 to the North Western Marquette Festival was approved. Next BRSC meeting Feb 25 at 7:30 p.m. at Crandall office. The article notes RCMP salary comparisons and lobbying efforts for a wage increase.
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