Multicare Health System - ULP Strike Authorization Vote Scheduled!

After months of negotiations, and in the face of unfair labor practices (ULP) committed by MultiCare, the time has come to either secure a fair contract or take more decisive action.

To that end, our Bargaining Team has scheduled a vote after our July 12 bargaining date on whether to ratify or reject the proposed contract and authorize a ULP Strike. The bargaining team hopes MultiCare will cease its unfair labor practices and make an offer the committee can recommend be ratified. If not, then our Bargaining Team will recommend that workers vote to authorize a ULP strike.

Our Union Bargaining Team does not take the decision to call for a ULP Strike authorization vote lightly, but we cannot continue bargaining indefinitely while the employer engages in unfair labor practices. We hope that MultiCare will come to the bargaining table prepared to negotiate in good faith when we meet next.

Wednesday, July 17, 2024
  • KING COUNTY
    • 6:00 AM - 9:00 AM
    • 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
    • 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Best Western Plus Mountain View Auburn Inn
    ​401 8th St SW, Auburn, WA 98001
Thursday, July 18, 2024
  • PIERCE COUNTY
    • 6:00 AM - 9:00 AM
    • 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
    • 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Marriott Tacoma Downtown, 3rd Floor Pt. Defiance Room
    1538 Commerce St, Tacoma, WA 98402

What is an Unfair Labor Practice Strike?

An Unfair Labor Practice (ULP) strike is called in response to MultiCare’s unfair labor practices, which are illegal actions that undermine the bargaining process. This type of strike aims to compel the employer to cease unlawful activities and engage in fair negotiations.