After three bargaining sessions we have reached a tentative agreement with the county!

This recommended agreement includes:

• Significant raises and improvements to the structure of the wage scale.

• Conversion to a paid time off system with greater flexibility of use, a larger carry-over of hours year-to-year, and the addition of a catastrophic sick leave bank.

• Expansion of longevity bonuses to include workers with 30, 35, 40, and 45 years of service.

• Inclusion of grandparents and grandchildren in bereavement leave in the event of the loss of a family member.

Notice of the date and time of the contract ratification vote will be forthcoming shortly.

“We feel this is a damn excellent deal!”

- Tim Weissman, Office of Environmental Health Services