Nicholas Newcomb at the CSEA Workforce reports the Great New York State Fair runs for just 13 days a year in Syracuse, so many people may wonder what goes on at the fairgrounds during the remaining 352 days.  Members of the Civil Service Employees Association (CSEA) who work at the Fairgrounds certainly know, because for the Crew of about 80 people, the work never stops.  When the preparation for the New York State Fair begins, 10-hour workdays aren’t uncommon for Crew Members.  Equine competitions, graduation ceremonies, music festivals, car shows and many more events fill the calendar and create a steady supply of work.  Buildings need to be cleaned, grounds and infrastructure always need tending and new structures are always being built.  “We’re all Union and I’m grateful for it.  I’m an Hourly Employee and I’ve been here for thirteen years,” Fairgrounds Employee and CSEA Member Holly Racha said.

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