What we have been doing:
Over the last three bargaining dates, your AWAAG bargaining team...
- Has vetted all proposals put forward by our members. While most are being pursued, there are those that will be referred to our Legislative and Political Action department as a change in the law would be necessary. A small number of proposals fell outside the scope of bargaining, and we are not able to pursue them at the table.
- Has exchanged proposals and counter-proposals with management, and reached tentative agreement on several non-economic articles. We continue to work on improving language to protect your rights and improve working conditions.
Let’s talk about compensation
First off, we’d like to thank our members for submitting so many contract proposals related to compensation!
At the bargaining table and across the state, our members are demanding pay that reflects the importance of what we do for the people of Washington. We are working on a variety of compensation concepts and are waiting for the Revenue Forecast before putting proposals across the table sometime in July.
We are here fighting for you! Please be sure to support your Bargaining Team as we work on a strong contract. You can start by taking our survey by July 3rd, 2024 (which is our next bargaining date). This will help us to focus our efforts on what is most important to you!
In solidarity,
Your AWAAG Bargaining Team
Here are our remaining negotiation dates:
- Wednesday, July 3rd, 1-4
- Wednesday, July 10th, 10- 5
- Thursday, August 1st, 10-1
- Friday, August 16th, 9-5
- Friday, August 23rd, 9-5
- Wednesday, August 28th, 9-5
- Friday, August 30th, 9-5
- Tuesday, September 10th, 9-5
- Tuesday, September 17th, 9-5
- Wednesday, September 25th, 1-5
Bargaining Survey due 7/3/24: Click here to rank the issues most important to you!
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