OUR STORY

Growing our Union, Together

AFSCME Local 1624 held an election for its Executive Board. A group of some current board members and some new candidates have come together around shared values and goals:

  • Continuing our recent growth

  • More representation of frontline workers on the board

  • Greater participation and input from membership

Click the profiles below to know more.

Congratulations to the Winners!

At Large Positions

Whitney HoltWhitney Holt

Secretary-Treasurer

"My hope is that as Secretary Treasurer I can ensure the financial health of our union and find ways so that everyone who wants to be more plugged into the union has a path to do so."

City of Austin Vice Presidents

Trish NiswanderTrish Niswander

Vice President

"I believe AFSCME 1624 can contribute innovative solutions to the city and county workforce's challenges, forging a path toward a better future for all workers."

Ashlee KrausAshlee Kraus

Vice President

"I'm the daughter of a labor union member and understand the importance of raising collective voices to create change and fairness for all workers."

Isaac DillIsaac Dill

Vice President

"I believe strongly that organizational leaders are best made from civil servants who have had the opportunity to participate in their labor from the ground up."

What your fellow members are saying

Being able to vote for our union representation is so crucial to making sure the issues that impact us as workers are the issues that our union focuses on.

I am impressed with these candidates' dedication and vision for the union. I am confident in my vote.

The Executive Board election is an opportunity for positive change. I encourage everyone to participate.