AFSCME Florida Statement on Recertification Win for City of Venice

The hardworking men and women of the City of Venice represented by AFSCME Local 1718 are proud to announce they have voted to recertify their union. Following a mail ballot election, 98% of workers voted in favor of AFSCME. 

AFSCME Florida Administrator James Spears, Jr. released the following statement: 

“This victory recaps a strong year for AFSCME members across Florida. No matter what tricks and traps were put in front of them, time and time again they made clear that they serve our communities best when they have a protected voice, a strong contract and the support of their coworkers no matter what. We look forward to continuing to win these critical elections, so the citizens of Florida continue to get the quality public services they deserve.”