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Cleaners and security staff protest wage cuts and benefit losses at Gertz Plaza Mall in Jamaica

32BJ union members at Gertz Plaza Mall Tuesday protesting against a decision to slash wages and cut benefits for cleaners. Photo: BJ32

Dec. 2, 2024 By Shane O’Brien Dozens of Queens-based commercial cleaners and security staff held a protest at Gertz Plaza Mall in Jamaica on Tuesday, Nov. 26, decrying contractor L&J Commercial and Residential Services for slashing wages and cutting benefits earlier this month. Organized by 32BJ of the Service Employees International Union (SEIU), the…

Southeast Queens residents voice concerns over waste transfer stations near residential areas during Jamaica town hall

Jul. 3, 2023 By Carlotta Mohamed Southeast Queens residents voiced their growing concerns over waste transfer stations situated in close proximity to residential areas which they say are impacting public health, air quality and their overall well-being during a community town hall at P.S./I.S. 116 in Jamaica on June 26.   Councilwoman Nantasha Williams collaborated with…
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