BDA, Inc. (Retail Workers at Climate Pledge Arena) - Meet Your Bargaining Team!

BDA, Inc. (Retail Workers at Climate Pledge Arena)
Meet Your Bargaining Team!

Bargaining Team: Thomas Tumbokon, Alejandra Garcia Martinez (not pictured), Kota Owens.

We are excited to represent our coworkers at Climate Pledge Arena as we negotiate a fair contract for us all. The Bargaining Team is made up of workplace leaders who have been selected to represent you during negotiations with BDA. The team is responsible for creating and responding to proposals, planning campaigns, and ultimately deciding when to recommend a contract or authorize escalating workplace actions.

“I am looking forward to the opportunity to represent my coworkers at the table in our effort to make the contract better.”

— Thomas Tumbokon

“We deserve a say in our pay. We deserve more collective fruits from the labor we produce, and when we stand up together, we’ll build a better workplace for each other. Power to us workers!”

— Kota Owens

We will be holding member meetings virtually starting September 9. All members are welcome to get the latest updates and information about your contract and rights as Union workers.

We plan on meeting with the Employer soon and look forward to your input and participation. Please reach out to one of your Bargaining Team members or your Union Rep, Aaron Bailey, at 206-436-6631 if you have any questions about contract negotiations.

Get Involved!

Join our member meetings and stay informed about negotiations.

September 9, 2026
6pm
Virtual

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We plan on meeting with the Employer soon and look forward to your input and participation. Please reach out to one of your Bargaining Team members or your Union Rep if you have any questions about contract negotiations.

Any questions? Call your Union Rep, Aaron Bailey, at 206-436-6631.

Cognition Escape Rooms - Pre-Bargaining Meeting Update

Bargaining Team: Ryan Sharbrough, Allyndreth Smyth, Makenna Page

The purpose of the introductory pre-bargaining meeting was to establish rapport, discuss the bargaining process and logistics, and schedule initial bargaining sessions.

The pre-bargaining introductory meeting was held between the Cognition Escape Rooms ownership and the Union bargaining unit. The parties introduced themselves, discussed bargaining expectations, reviewed the collective bargaining process, and outlined how proposals would be exchanged and negotiated.

The Union explained that negotiations would begin with non-economic proposals before moving to economic issues, such as wages and benefits. Both parties expressed a desire to maintain a respectful and productive working relationship and agreed that bargaining sessions would be conducted virtually.

Bargaining Process Overview

• The initial focus will be on non-economic proposals, including recognition, Union security, definitions, and working conditions.

• Economic items, including wages, increases, benefits, and other cost-related issues, will be addressed later, once substantial progress has been made on other non-economic language.

• Proposals will be presented by section or article rather than as an entire contract at once.

• The first contract is expected to be approximately 35 to 45 pages or more, with only portions reviewed during each bargaining session.

• A federal mediator may be brought in, if needed, to help the Employer and Union resolve contract disputes, prevent work stoppages, and navigate collective bargaining negotiations. A mediator is typically brought in once negotiations are close to an overall tentative agreement.

Upcoming Bargaining Dates!

Subsequent bargaining sessions were scheduled for:

• Wed, Sept 23 @ 3pm - 5pm

• Fri, Sept 25 @ 12pm - 2pm

Puzzle Break and Cognition Escape Rooms - Building Our First Contract Together

Thank you to everyone who completed the bargaining survey and shared workplace concerns. Your feedback is helping identify the priorities that matter most as we prepare for negotiations.

Where Bargaining Stands

The bargaining process is moving forward. Initial requests to bargain were sent to both Employers on July 12, 2026, with a 14-day response timeline. Both Employers followed up recently, on August 6, 2026.

Bargaining has not started yet. However, Puzzle Break’s Employer has already committed an unfair labor practice (ULP) by shortening the shifts of workers who spoke out about workplace injustices.

Priorities Raised by Members

Your solidarity with one another and participation in the survey have brought forward several key concerns to address at the bargaining table, including:

• Scheduling

• Missed breaks

• Low staffing

• The threat of AI reducing job security

What Happens Next

You have chosen your Bargaining Team. Next, team members will be trained and briefed on the issues you raised so they can prepare for proposal exchange and negotiations.

Please continue sharing your concerns and workplace issues as the process moves forward. Bargaining updates will be shared periodically to keep the membership informed about what is happening at the table.

Also, watch for opportunities to participate in campaign actions. Information about any actions will be shared in advance.

Bargaining Team Nominees

The following members have been nominated to serve on the Bargaining Team: Ryan Sharbrough, Mason Walsh, Allyndreth Smyth, Dane Hendricks, Makenna Page, and Riley Murphy.

Stay Involved

Your voice matters. Continue sharing workplace concerns, ideas, and priorities with your Union Reps and Bargaining Team members. Together, we can build a strong contract that reflects the needs and priorities of all Puzzle Break and Cognition Escape Rooms workers.

2026 Labor Day Celebrations

Since 1882, when New York City unionists marched down Broadway to demand recognition, working people have set aside a day in early September to celebrate the labor movement's achievements. 

Through organizing, solidarity, and no small amount of good trouble, we've won the eight-hour workday, the weekend, Social Security and unemployment insurance, laws to keep us all safe on the job, and, of course, a real voice in our workplaces. 

At UFCW 3000, we know we have more history to write and more fights to win for the benefit of all working people. But it's hard to move forward without recognizing and learning from past struggles. 

To that end, here is where to celebrate Labor Day across Washington State this year. 

Angle Lake, SeaTac, WA
Monday, September 7, 2026 from 11am to 1pm
Angle Lake Park; 19408 International Blvd., SeaTac
MLK CLC

Burlington, WA
Monday, September 7, 2026 at 12:00pm
Maiben Park 1011 Greenleaf Ave, Burlington, WA
NW WA CLC 

Lakewood, WA
Monday, September 7, 2026 from11:30am to 3pm
Fort Steilacoom Park, 8717 87th Ave SW, Lakewood, WA 98498

Kennewick, WA
Monday, September 7, 2026 from 11:30am to 3pm
Columbia Park Main Stage5111 E Columbia Dr, Kennewick, WA 99336
South East LCL 

Chehalis, WA
Monday, September 7, 2026 from10am to 2pm
The VR Lee Building, 221 SW 13th St. Chehalis, WA 98532
Thurston Mason

Kalama,WA
Monday, September 7, 2026 from 10:30am to 3:30pm
Haydu Park; 253 Kalama River Rd, Kalama, WA 98625
Southwest WA

Retail Workers at Lumen Field and the Pro Shop at Renton Landing First and Goal (Football NW) Bargaining Update

We had another productive day at the bargaining table on July 31 and are pleased to share that we made our counterproposals to management. Throughout the session, we had strong back-and-forth conversations that were thoughtful, collaborative, and focused on finding solutions.

While we aren't at the end zone yet, we're feeling optimistic. The progress we made today gives us confidence that we're on the path to reaching a strong first contract—one that recognizes the value of our work and reflects the priorities that are most important to us.

Your solidarity and support will make the difference as we build this first contract. We'll keep pushing to secure a fair agreement that delivers the wages, protections, and respect workers deserve. We are stronger together, and we encourage workers to get involved and take ownership of their contract.

Interested in getting involved, learning more about your rights as Union members, and getting all the up-to-date information about negotiations?

Join us for our member meetings:

August 5 @ 7pm

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Contact your Union Rep, Allison:

206-436-6586

They Think You're Worth a Nickel

our Union Bargaining Team: Preston McInnis, Macy’s Southcenter; Ismahan Osman, Macy’s Southcenter; Curtice Bryant, Macy’s Southcenter; Samantha Wilson, Macy’s Bellingham; Jill Jackson, Macy’s Furniture Gallery Southcenter; Emily Hunter, Macy’s Alderwood; Daniel Landon, Macy’s Alderwood

Over two days of bargaining, Macy's executives increased their wage offer by a single, solitary nickel.

And to be clear, they're not offering one nickel more per year. They're offering one nickel more over the entire three years of the next union contract.

Just 👏🏻one👏🏻NICKEL! 🤬

Though the executives showed some progress when they withdrew a proposal to assign Flex Associates mandatory hours, they're still proposing the following takeaways:

• Eliminating the wage scale for new hires that helps members get established in the first two years of the contract before receiving our General Wage Increases in their third year;

• Seizing the ability to change our health care plan at any time during the contract;

• Nix our perfect attendance PTO reward;

“Macy’s gave us a nickel and then expected us to give them everything.” -Prestin McInnis

A nickel is unacceptable in a country where grocery prices are up 33% (since 2019), gas prices are up double digits, and we're all struggling to make ends meet.

The time has come to show Macy’s what we are worth by taking action!

Time to Bust Out the Staple Guns

Join us for an informational picket-making party Thursday, Aug 6:

• UFCW 3000 Union Hall 23040 Pacific Highway South, Des Moines, WA 98198, 10 am

• Talk to your rep or bargaining team member

Then join us for the info pickets at Southcenter, Alderwood, and Bellingham Macy’s on Tuesday, August 11 at 2pm.

Let's come together to educate our communities about our fight for better wages and better stores -- and show Macy’s execs that we won’t settle for anything less than a fair contract!

Broadcast Coffee - Progress in Our Second Bargaining Session

Broadcast Coffee
Progress in Our Second Bargaining Session

On July 27, we held our second bargaining session with the Employer. We’re pleased to share that management arrived with its first counterproposal to our initial proposals. After a long and productive caucus, we made substantial progress toward our first tentative agreements.

We’re optimistic and excited to continue collaborating toward a contract that benefits both our members and Broadcast. We concluded Day 2 with clear next steps for the proposals on the table.

Our next date for bargaining is Thursday, August 13, and the details for our next member meeting will be finalized shortly. We’re proud of our preparation and look forward to more positive dialogue.