Chapter 101 Bargaining Update 3-19.19

On March 13, 2019, we had our first bargaining session with the district  and we believe we accomplished much that evening. The session was very successful, with 7 Tentative Agreements signed for language clarification and updating. It has been a positive exchange of communication and information, and great discussions on both sides by all bargaining team members.
The Bargaining Team would like to give a big SHOUT OUT to those Chapter 101 members who attended, and gave their time in order to show support and solidarity!  Your support and attendance are very much appreciated and contributes to the overall success in achieving a favorable contract and sends a message to the District that our Chapter 101 Members are interested and watching!! Let’s keep that momentum!

I would like to remind everyone that our next bargaining night is on Tuesday, April 9, from 4:30 - 8:00pm at the ESD.  Let’s double the member attendance and lets get 20 members for this day.  Please come and hear what is being said and talked about in regards to our contract. We look forward to seeing you there.

In Solidarity,
Chapter 101 Bargaining Committee

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We Are Bargaining - This is Your Union
Our next bargaining session is Tuesday, 4/9/2019 at 4:30pm Washington Service Center in Hillsboro, in the Alfalti Room.
The Bargaining Team really needs support  throughout this process from you, the members of OSEA Chapter 101.  How can you do this?
·        Attend Bargaining Sessions in person at the ESD (dates and times below)
·        RSVP  to Tammee M (tmeneghin@nwresd.k12.or.us), for remote access and participate from another location (video conferencing is limited to 25 and Clatsop, Columbia and Tillamook counties get priority).
·        Coordinate with your site teams and rotate folks so there is a presence at every meeting, from each site, either in person or remotely at every session.
General Information
·        When arriving at ESD, the Alfalati Room is past the reception desk on the right.
·        When entering or exiting the room during bargaining, please be as quiet as possible.
·        Talking to the Bargaining Committee is not allowed during the session itself.  If supporters have a question or want clarification on a subject, please write it down and hand to a member to discuss during a caucus break.
·        What is caucus?  This is where the teams and only the teams, will leave the table and move to a private location to discuss items before making decisions.  
·        Lull times: when the teams call a caucus, it could be for 30 to 45 minutes, so please be aware of that.  Folks can leave the building, get food, etc, during this time and return for the remainder of the session.  Snacks and food are permitted in containers that are not noisy or could be a distraction to others.
·        For the good of the process, the teams may have dinner during the session, so please be aware that may happen (yes, eating in front of you all).
·        CELL PHONES MUST BE SET TO SILENT.
 
Bargaining Dates and Times
Tuesday, April 9th; Thursday, April 25th; Wednesday, May 8th; Tuesday, May 21st. All Bargaining Sessions are at the Washington Service Center in Hillsboro and begin at 4:30 pm, unless otherwise communicated.  End times should no later than 8:00 pm.  We know a lot of you cannot stay that late, so if you need to leave, it is okay if done quietly.
 
Your Bargaining Committee looks forward to seeing all of you. We appreciate all of the support that is offered!
 
Remember, YOUR CONTRACT! YOUR UNION!  Make your presence known and show all you are invested!!

We are searching for a Chapter 101 Secretary!

If you are interested in this position or would like to nominate another candidate, please reach out to Tami Frame tframe@nwresd.k12.or.us 503-614-1797
​Here is a job description. We are looking for someone with strong attention to details, flexibility for meetings, and an interest in being part of the team.
2018 - 2019 Insurance incentives have been posted on the mynwresd.org website http://www.mynwresd.org/hr-plans---classified-2018-19.html

​For more information you can view our "Insurance Explained: 2018-2019 Guide to Understanding our Benefits" Slideshow." If you would like more specific information, please contact Tammee Meneghin tmeneghin@nwresd.k12.or.us


​The 2018-2019
​Collective Bargaining Agreement

2018-2019 CBA - Click to view

​An agreement was reached for the Chapter 101 employees.  
·         1 year contract
·         Drop Step 1/Add Step 10
·         Everyone gets a STEP increase for 2018-2019
·         2% COLA (Cost of Living  Adjustment)
·         No change in contribution to Insurance

Thank you to everyone who came to our bargaining meetings to show solidarity!
View Meeting Minutes from 4/18/18 
​View Meeting Minutes from 3/14/18
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