Dreamclinic - Bargaining Update—Employer Pushes Back on Basic Contract Rights
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Bargaining Update—Employer Pushes Back on Basic Contract Rights
"We're not trying to take away the good things we love about our clinics or make huge changes; we are trying to create a more successful Dreamclinic for all workers and our clients!"
— Erin Burgan, LMT
"The employee handbook is not enforceable—the Employer may change anything at will. We are simply asking for a transparent and fair set of guidelines for everyone."
— Ross Honaker, LMT
"The Employer says they want to collaborate with us but their actions say they don't want us to have a seat at the table where our voices can be heard. So many of our proposals will cost them nothing."
— Marianne Brennan, LMT
On February 20, we finally met with the Employer for our first in-person and almost full day of bargaining since January 13. We continue to negotiate in good faith, offering thoughtful proposals, but the Employer is pushing back against the most basic worker contract rights and protections including:
NO! Wage scale or annual wage step increases in the contract
NO! Worker legal rights in the contract
NO! Seniority
NO! Safety and Labor Management Committees
Refusing to provide all requested information to inquire in the Trust benefits including health insurance
What's Next
Join us to learn what's happening at the bargaining table and review the proposals. Bring your questions and your thoughts!
Bargaining Update Meeting
Monday, March 2
10am
Bargaining Update Meeting
Thursday, March 5
4:30pm
Our Bargaining Team meets with the Employer:
March 17 and 31 for half-day sessions
Happening Now
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Bargaining Team: Erin Burgan, LMT; Ross Honaker, LMT; Marianne Brennan, LMT
Please reach out to your Union Rep, Christie Harris, with any questions or concerns: (206) 436-6523.
