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What's New at CWA 1118 
Verizon is declaring a surplus condition in fifteen (15) titles within Force Adjustment Areas (“FAAs”) 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6. To alleviate the surplus condition, the Company will invoke the Force Adjustment Plan (FAP) of the collective bargaining agreement. Read More...
It is with a heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our union brother,Jerry Giagni. Jerry was a proud member of CWA and served on our executive board for many years. He will forever be in our hearts and we thank him for all he has done for our local and the union movement as a whole. Rest in Peace our Brother. Read More...
The taxpayer-funded BEAD program was designed to expand fiber in unserved areas. CWA fought and won strong labor standards + prevailing wage requirements – setting Verizon up to WIN BIG in NYS. But in June, WASHINGTON Rigged the Rules: Requires work to go to “Lowest Cost” bidder Eliminated Fiber Preference Gutted Labor Standards The Result. Read More...
Download:
BEAD Flyer - NTIA Petition Oct 2025.pdf
The Collective Bargaining Agreement between CWA/IBEW and Verizon requires the Company to fund the programs enacted by the Work and Family Committees at $1.4 million per year, each August through 2025. Read More...
Upcoming Events 
Annual Holiday Gathering
Dec 13, 2025Saratoga Casino Hotel, 342 Jefferson St, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866CDALF 3rd Annual Holiday Celebration
Dec 14, 2025ALBANY LABOR TEMPLE, 890 3RD ST., ALBANY, NY 12206
