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We went to the bargaining table on October 15th and 16th and countered the County’s economic proposal with salary increase that will more than offset the health premium increases. The county slightly increased its salary proposal but we’re still far apart.
The County offered:
- Year 1 – 2.75%
- Year 2 – 2.5%
- Year 3 – 2.25%
We also continued to call for the County to pay the increased cost of healthcare. County members cannot bear the burden of the increased costs.
>>Download the bargaining update flyer. The healthcare breakdown is on the second page.
The County presented language to add Extra Help employees to the contract. However, their offer did not add any new benefits and our team is working on a counter proposal.
GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING – OCTOBER 23
All members are invited to our meeting next Thursday, October 23, to get the latest bargaining updates. The meeting will be from 6pm to 7pm at our SEIU 721 office and via Zoom. Stay tuned for more details.
Unfair Labor Practice (ULP) Strike Authorization Vote
We’ve documented the County’s bad behavior during this bargaining period and have filed 4 Unfair Labor Practices charges.
Our bargaining team conferred and strongly recommends a YES vote on an Unfair Labor Practice Strike Authorization.
- The ULP strike authorization vote will begin on Wednesday, October 22nd
- The ULP strike authorization vote will end on Friday, November 7th
We don’t want to go on strike, our goal is to win a strong contract. However this is an important tool to give the Bargaining Team the authority they need to push the County to stop its law breaking and win a strong contract.
Voting times and locations will be released on Monday, October 20th.