Filson Bargaining Update June 4, 2020

Early Progress

Your bargaining committee has now met twice with Filson representatives in contract negotiation talks.

We have now presented both our economic and “non-economic” proposals.  These have included improvements to vacation and holidays, a wage scale to more fairly give workers credit for their years of service, and proposing a 401(k) retirement program with employer participation.  

We are pleased to report that there has been progress on issues like having shop stewards and reps being able introduce new workers to the rights that union workers have on the job, making it easier for workers to get holiday pay even if they are out sick, and workers having access to more vacation sooner than previously allowed.

Retirement is Key

There are still big issues ahead, wages, making sure we maintain our affordable health care, and having a secure retirement program, an issue that we are determined to get solved in these negotiations.  When we meet with the Employer again it will be their turn to respond.  Stay tuned for more updates.

"Having a retirement program is important so we can see to our basic needs and enjoy a reasonable life after work." —Jared Othieno

“We can’t retire on Social Security alone.” —Regina Hill