PERIOD 2 PTO UPDATE (#2)

PERIOD 2 PTO UPDATE (#2)

April 7, 2026

PERIOD 2 PTO UPDATE (#2)

Update Regarding PTO Approval Changes

April 1, 2026

Today, Human Resources and Nursing Administration at Buffalo General Medical Center met with the union regarding our position that a unilateral change was made to PTO approvals for Period 2.

Update Regarding PTO Approval Changes

Staffing Update - New Staffing Hub

We’re excited to introduce the new Safe Staffing Hub, a tool built to make our staffing work more transparent, more useful, and easier for members to access. This new hub gives members a better way to track staffing complaints, review trends, and find important resources all in one place.

Staffing Update - New Staffing Hub

MRU Public Meeting Update

As a direct result of the powerful efforts of our members, patients, and community allies, the proposed cuts to the Medical Rehabilitation Unit (MRU) at Buffalo General have been paused.

MRU Public Meeting Update

Press Event - Code Red In Our Community

A wave of massive federal healthcare cuts is putting our community on Code Red, threatening hospital services, nursing homes, homecare, and thousands of healthcare jobs.

Press Event - Code Red In Our Community

Public Meeting Regarding MRU Closure at BGMC

Kaleida Health has announced plans to significantly reduce the number of beds in the Medical Rehabilitation Unit (MRU) at Buffalo General Medical Center, from 34 beds down to 16, pending approval from the New York State Department of Health.

Public Meeting Regarding MRU Closure at BGMC

Update: Millard Fillmore Suburban Parking Discussions

Following the expiration of the St. Greg’s parking agreement, the unions have asserted a demand to bargain over changes impacting employee parking at Millard Fillmore Suburban.

Update: Millard Fillmore Suburban Parking Discussions

Press Ganey Survey at Kaleida Health

Kaleida has launched the 2026 Press Ganey Employee Engagement Survey, and CWA Local 1168 encourages all members to participate. 

This anonymous survey is an important opportunity to share honest feedback and advocate for better wor

Press Ganey Survey at Kaleida Health