In April a survey was sent out to all Conifer St. Michael Medical Center UFCW 3000 members regarding compensation, benefits, and working conditions in preparation for our upcoming Union contract negotiations. The response rate was remarkably strong! Unsurprisingly, of folks’ top three issues in responses, wages were the most commonly recognized area where workers would like to see improvement. The next two top issues in the responses were affordability of health insurance and enhancement of vacation/PTO benefits.

The current Collective Bargaining Agreement expires October 31, 2024. Our Union Rep. Ryan Degouveia will be circulating through the work site more in coming weeks as we build our Bargaining Team, meet with them to discuss potential proposals, and communicate with Conifer members for how we can all stand together for a strong Union contract.

Should you have any questions or wish to be involved in building workplace solidarity, Union Representative Ryan Degouveia can be reached at 360-662-1982.