Grand Rapids Employees Independent Union

The GREIU proudly represents the non-uniformed employees of the City of Grand Rapids, the 61st District Court, and the Grand Rapids Public Library.

HISTORY OF THE GREIU

1950 - CITY EMPLOYEES WERE CHARTERED AS LOCAL 1061 WITH AFSCME

1966 - CITY EMPLOYEES RECEIVED THEIR FIRST CONTRACT

1969 - CITY EMPLOYEES HELD THEIR FIRST STRIKE LASTING 3 DAYS

1974 - CITY EMPLOYEES HELD THEIR SECOND STRIKE FOR 19 DAYS

1980 - CITY EMPLOYEES HELD THEIR THIRD STRIKE FOR 88 DAYS

1987 - FORMED THE GRAND RAPIDS EMPLOYEES INDEPENDENT UNION

Photos from Grand Rapids Employees Independent Union's post 06/03/2024

GREIU Member Appreciation Luncheon 2024- Thanks to the members who came out to see us today. We had an amazing turnout and can't wait for our next member event.
Big shoutout to our volunteers for making it happen. The Presidents , Executive Board and Heartbeat Committee working the grills, filling orders and reminding our members how important they are to us. With every event we continue to grow and learn, meeting new members, seeing familiar folks and thanking you in person for all you do to support the GREIU and keep the City of GR moving. GREIU- Heartbeat of the City!

05/06/2024

During our recent Member Meeting, a motion was made to start a Pass The Hat for one of our members, Dusty Hanna. Dusty was in an accident last year and is still recovering from his extensive injuries. Dusty is getting ready to return to the Mayo Clinic for 3-4 more surgeries and another intense round of recovery.
This Pass The Hat will be up for two weeks. Thank you in advance for your donation and keep the Hanna family in your thoughts.

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04/22/2024

Members! Today is Pretzel Day at the Union hall. 11am - 2pm!

04/12/2024
Clothing, food, shoes etc, organized by Alison Smith 03/19/2024

Two of our members and their children lost their home this weekend. Thankfully the family is safe but could use some help.
Thanks.

Clothing, food, shoes etc, organized by Alison Smith My name is Alison. On Friday March 15,2024 my family and I lost everything due to a house fire.… Alison Smith needs your support for Clothing, food, shoes etc

03/06/2024

GREIU Members! Reminder in person voting is tomorrow at the Hall starting at 6:30am.
The Member Meeting is at 5:30, dinner will be served at 5pm.

03/05/2024

GREIU Members! Reminder that online voting for the Trustee position is up on the website, you must be registered. In person voting is Thursday at the Union hall from 6:30am until 6pm.

12/19/2022

Thanks to all those that came out to celebrate Christmas at the Hall this weekend!

12/15/2022

Reminder, Current Members!!
Christmas Party Dec 17th @ 5pm at the Hall

12/07/2022

Members, Don't forget!

10/12/2022

Current Members and Retirees! Upcoming Happy Hour, OCTOBER 21st

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Our Story

History of the GREIU

1950 - City Employees were Chartered as Local 1061 with AFSCME

1966 - City Employees received their first Contract

1969 - City Employees held their first Strike lasting 3 days

1974 - City Employees held their second Strike lasting 19 days

1980 - City Employees held their third Strike lasting 88 days

1987 - Formed the Grand Rapids Employees Independent Union

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917 Bridge Street NW
Grand Rapids, MI
49504

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

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