Olympic Medical Center (ProTech and Support Services) - WORKING FOR BETTER WAGES

Olympic Medical Center (ProTech and Support Services)
WORKING FOR BETTER WAGES

We had a productive day of bargaining on September 14 and continue to stay focused on compensation. Our Bargaining Team told Management what it’s going to take to keep the hospital sustainable. The hospital must pay competitive wages and premiums to retain and recruit workers.

Management said that they are offering “competitive” wages based on their research. Our Bargaining Team continues to challenge them on this. We have reviewed local wages and know that many workplaces have recently settled contracts or given market increases. Wages are constantly changing and our data shows this.

Darryl Wolfe dropped into our bargaining session and talked about the economic state of the hospital. Our Bargaining Team was very clear with him that workers are being stretched and competitive compensation is essential to the hospital’s success. Each member of the team spoke directly to Darryl, giving him examples of how wage disparities directly affect workers and patient care.

We are scheduling additional bargaining sessions and will keep you posted.

Wear a sticker to show Management that we stand in solidarity!
Stickers are available from Bargaining Team Members.

Petitions are being circulated for both Support Services and Pro Tech workers letting Management know we all stand together for a good contract. Ask a Bargaining Team member or Union Rep Aimee Oien 360-662-1981.

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health - 2022 overpayment settlement

Find your contract and learn more about the settlement!

St. Anne: https://ufcw3000.org/find-your-contract/2015/2/11/highline-medical-center-contract

St. Joseph (Pharmacy): https://ufcw3000.org/find-your-contract/2015/2/11/st-joseph-hospital-contract

St. Joseph (Technical): https://ufcw3000.org/find-your-contract/2021/6/7/conifer-st-joseph-medical-center

St. Michael (Nurses): https://ufcw3000.org/find-your-contract/2015/2/11/harrison-medical-center-rn-contract

St. Michael (ProTech): https://ufcw3000.org/find-your-contract/2015/2/11/harrison-medical-center-pro-tech-contract

St. Michael (Service/Dietary): https://ufcw3000.org/find-your-contract/2015/2/11/harrison-medical-center-service-dietary-contract

Virtual Health: https://ufcw3000.org/find-your-contract/2018/12/13/virtual-health-contract
 
In October and November 2022, Virginia Mason Franciscan Health (VMFH) experienced a cyberattack and as a result shutdown Kronos (timekeeping software). To ensure that employees were paid on time, VMFH estimated the amount of pay based on employees’ FTE and estimated employee’s premium payments based on the amount of premium payments on the October 7, 2022 paycheck. 

On the November 4, 2022 paycheck, VMFH paid every affected employee the total of regular hours and premium pay earned for both the October 2-15, 2022 pay period and the October 16-29, 2022 pay period. Given this, many employees were overpaid and VMFH sought repayment from employees. 

Although VMFH can recoup the overpayment, they needed to negotiate with our union prior to implementing a repayment plan. Since they didn’t do so our union filed an unfair labor practice with the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) and grievances for all bargaining units. Additionally, a demand to bargain over the repayment process. 

After months, we were able to settle the matter. Employees who were overpaid less than $2000 will repay the amount in four equal installments and employees who were overpaid more than $2000 will repay the amount in six equal installments. If you do not agree with the amount due, you can submit a written notice within ten business days of receiving the “repayment request” from VMFH. This request was sent on or around September 8 to your work email. 

If you have need help navigating through the process, please feel free to reach out to our union representative or the Member Resource Center (866) 210-3000. 

Macy’s STRIKE AUTHORIZATION VOTE SCHEDULED

Our Union Bargaining Team: Azia Domingo, Curtisy Bryant, Emily Hunter, Liisa Luick, Nicole Hardin.

“Despite our best efforts to come up with creative solutions to reach an agreement, Management has left us with no choice. Their unacceptable last, best, and final offer has forced us to call for a ULP strike authorization vote.”

Our Union Bargaining Team met with Management again on September 11 and 12.

Our team arrived at mediation with an open mind, willing to consider creative solutions with the employer to find common ground towards an agreement. Unsurprisingly, the employer did not share the same commitment.

We ended with the employer serving our bargaining team with their “last, best and final” proposal, which triggers the requirement to vote their offer. Their proposal still included the ELIMINATION OF OUR WAGE SCALES and offered the following meager wage increases:

GENERAL WAGE INCREASE

Years of Service: 1-14 | Year 1: 40¢ | Year 2: 45¢ | Year 3:45¢

Years of Service: 15+ | Year 1: 50¢ | Year 2: 50¢ | Year 3: 45¢

$17 Minimum Wage (except Southcenter)

Making matters worse, we have reviewed some of the employer’s actions during the course of negotiation with our attorneys and have determined that Macy’s has committed illegal unfair labor practices (ULPs). In response, UFCW Local 3000 plans to file charges against Macy’s with the National Labor Relations Board.

With the employer presenting an unacceptable final offer coupled with their unfair labor practices, our bargaining team is calling for a ULP STRIKE AUTHORIZATION VOTE on Friday October 6. Exact locations will be announced soon —make sure you are getting all Union communications!

Macy’s Action Fridays Calendar

Macy’s Informational Pickets RSVP: bit.ly/macys-info-picket-23

Combined with our informational pickets, we’re in for some action-packed Fridays as we fight to show Macy’s that we stand together in solidarity for a better contract!

Friday, September 15 (2-4PM): Bellingham Macy’s (50 E Bellis Fair Pkwy, Bellingham, WA 98226)

Friday, September 22 (2-4PM): Alderwood Macy’s (18700 Alderwood Mall Pkwy, Lynnwood, WA 98037)

Friday, September 29 (2-4PM): Southcenter Macy’s (500 Southcenter Mall, Tukwila, WA 98188)

Friday, October 6 (8AM-11AM / 2PM-5PM): Strike Authorization Vote: Southcenter/Alderwood/Bellingham, exact locations TDB

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What is the UFCW 3000 Strike & Defense Fund?

A portion of each member's union dues is sent to the UFCW 3000 Strike and Defense Fund, which is earmarked exclusively for activities associated with strikes. These activities encompass the purchasing of essential supplies, the facilitation of strike authorization votes, and, most importantly, the payment of strike benefits to workers on the picket line.

This fund has experienced significant growth over the years, amassing an impressive sum nearing $30 million. In the near future, our Union Executive Board will convene to determine the precise strike benefit for members who withhold their labor and commit to picketing for a minimum of 20 hours per week. This stipend helps avoid some of the financial impact members on strike and ensures that we have the resources to secure a favorable contract.

We will send out an update after our member-led Union Executive Board finalizes our strike benefit.

Northwest Center - Onward Economics

Northwest Center
ONWARD-ECONOMICS

We are excited to share that this week our Union bargaining team presented a full Comprehensive Economic Proposal to Northwest Center. We feel proud of the unique and intentional language that we crafted that represents our workplace and the type of healthcare and services we provide to families in our community.

Our Economic Proposals include:

• Market competitive wage scale, annual longevity increases, and cost of living increases

• New premiums: mentorship, multilingual pay, certification and non-required licensure pay, wage premium in lieu of healthcare insurance, and more

• Increases to PTO and scheduled breaks/holidays

• Current healthcare plan with lowered premiums and more accessibility

• Current retirement plan with increased Employer match contributions

• Improvements to leaves of absence including parental Leave, compassion leave, family leave, jury leave, and more

• Professional development including paid expenses for continuing education, educational leave time, tuition reimbursement program, and continued student loan contribution program

• Grievance procedure to protect our rights and careers

“As we’ve been making proposals, we’ve learned so much about current policies! If you’ve never read the Employee handbook- you should read and learn about the benefits available to us now. One of things we are most proud about crafting is improvements to Compassion Leave at Northwest Center. We have proposed adding “Chosen Family” as a category of bereavement, to recognize and honor that we have meaningful relationships outside of the traditional family structure.” —Jenica Barrett and Kimmy Burns, UFCW 3000 Bargaining Team

Welcome to the Bargaining Team, Kaylee Ainge and Kirsten Syberg, Family Resource Coordinators! They will join the next session on September 19. We are excited to have Family Resource Coordinators perspective and voice at the table.

Our team is staying in close contact with our Union siblings at SEIU 925 Early Learning- please stay tuned for future solidarity actions we will take together!

Many of the improvements we are fighting for could positively impact other workers at Northwest Center! Pass the love and solidarity- Share our Social Media pages with five friends, family, or other coworkers at NWC!

Questions or to get more involved, please contact Union Rep Ian Jacobson @ 206-436-6550.

Downtown Dog Lounge - We started contract bargaining

Downtown Dog Lounge
We started contract bargaining

Our union Downtown Dog Lounge Bargaining Team met with DDL ownership and Management on September 12, to start the process of contract negotiations. The team was able to make some initial proposals on union representation rights and non-discrimination practices as well as seniority and leaves of absence.

We will continue to bargain on October 3, 24 and 26.

Contract Action Team meeting

Join your coworkers to prepare for upcoming negotiations and how to win a fair contract!

Monday, September 25 @ 6pm
Contact a Bargaining Team member for Zoom meeting details. These details will also be sent to your email.

Providence Centralia Tech Unfair Labor Practice filed for PTO hours!

When we ratified our union contract in September 2021 we understood that we would be receiving 24 hours (prorated by FTE) of additional PTO hours in January 2023, like the Providence St. Peter Hospital Techs, to address the change from the Extended Illness Bank Program to PTO/ PTO Safe Sick Program.

In early 2023, we only received 16 hours of PTO. We asked PCH to correct this issue and they stated this was not our agreement. Given their position we filed an unfair labor practice (ULP) with the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB). The NLRB is still investigating the ULP.

We are holding firm that 8 hours (prorated by FTE) need to be added to our PTO banks. We will continue providing updates once we hear more from the NLRB. You can also contact our union representative Brandan Zielinski 206-436-6603 if you have further questions or workplace issues.

PCC - Bargaining Continues

We met with PCC representatives on September 6 & 7 and received multiple proposals from PCC management:

PCC’s Proposals:

• Increased deductibles and out-of-pocket maximums for the basic & premium healthcare plans, which could result in pay cuts for many of our coworkers.

• A wage scale that does not address increasing living costs and does not reflect our value.

PCC rejected multiple proposals from our member bargaining team, including:

Our Proposals:

• One wage scale for all PCCs

• Increased staff discount

• No-match letter protection

• Moving POS from group B to A

• Staffing minimums for each store

• Safety and de-escalation training

• We are disappointed PCC rejected our safety language pertaining to de-escalation, sexual harassment, stalking, violent customer interactions, and understaffing. 

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Take action to build power in your workplace:

• Discuss the bargain with your coworkers—it’s your right!

• Update your information online with our union UFCW 3000 to receive bargaining updates.

• Wear your union button!

• Attend your CAT meeting during the week of September to get all the latest updates!

• Your bargaining team wants to hear from you—look for bargaining team members in the store and share your feedback, or submit feedback online:

• Attend our next bargaining sessions: September 18 and 19. Bargaining will be held at the Sea-Tac Hilton right off the airport light rail station.

Town Hall Call Monday: Important Union Update on Kroger/Albertsons Merger

Important Union Update on Kroger/Albertsons Merger

On Friday, Kroger and Albertsons announced plans to sell at least 413 stores across the country to C&S Wholesale Grocers (C&S) as part of the mega-merger of the two companies.

Our coalition of local unions have strongly opposed the proposed merger between Kroger and Albertsons since day one. Our position has not changed because of the recent news from Kroger and Albertsons of their plans to sell some stores.

Important point right off the bat -- this sale is not happening now and it’s contingent on the overall merger being approved, a merger we are fighting. As a result, this sales deal only moves ahead if and when the federal regulators who are reviewing the overall merger approve it. We don’t think this sales deal will appease the Federal Trade Commission or the various State Attorneys General that have expressed concerns over the merger.

An additional 237 stores may also be sold to C&S as part of the deal, depending on the results of the regulatory review of the merger with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC).

The stores would not change hands unless and until the FTC approves the overall Kroger/Albertsons merger.

UFCW 3000 Telephone Town Hall Planned for Monday

We are planning a live Telephone Town Hall for our grocery store members on Monday, September 11 at 5 PM to share updated information and to address your questions. When your phone rings Monday at 5, just answer it and you will join the call. If for some reason, you don’t receive a call, you can call in to join us by dialing 1-877-365-5237 and entering meeting ID number 7585.

As of now, according to Korger and Albertsons, about ¼ of the stores to be sold to C&S, if and when the merger is completed, are in Washington state. The exact stores have not been identified at this time. There are no further details on store divestments available at this time. We will continue to keep you updated as more information becomes available. We will use every available resource to enforce our contracts with Safeway and Kroger and protect our members.

#StopTheMerger Coalition

We remain opposed to the Kroger/Albertsons merger for the negative impact it will have on our members, customers and communities. That’s why we’ve partnered with more than 100 unions and organizations nationwide in the Stop The Merger Coalition to urge the Federal Trade Commission to oppose this deal. Visit NoGroceryMerger.com to learn more and take action today.

NoGroceryMerger.com

Send a Message to the FTC

The Federal Trade Commission has the power to block this merger. Take action now by sending a message to the FTC to let them know we stand united in opposition to the Kroger/Albertsons merger.

Send a Message

Coalition of UFCW Local Unions Raise Concern and Caution About Kroger/Albertsons Divestiture Deal with C&S Wholesale Grocers

UFCW Locals 5, 7, 324, 400, 770, 1564, 3000

Des Moines, WA – Today, a coalition of United Food & Commercial Workers local unions in fourteen states and the District of Columbia representing more than 100,000 Kroger and Albertsons workers released the following statement regarding the announcement of a divestiture deal to sell hundreds of Kroger and Albertsons stores to C&S Wholesale Grocers:

“We have raised alarms about the proposed Kroger/Albertsons merger from the very beginning— from threats of store closures, higher prices and reduced competition, the harm to unionized workers’ ability to negotiate strong contracts, as well as the negative ripple effects lower union density would have on workers throughout the grocery industry. News of a possible deal with C&S to buy hundreds of stores as part of the proposed merger in no way reduces those alarms. Indeed, in many respects this announcement raises the level of concern for our members.

“Workers and shoppers have been seriously harmed by large-scale sell-offs in the past, orchestrated as part of a potential merger. It was only in 2015 that private equity-owned Haggen acquired a large number of stores as part of a divestiture scheme to appease antitrust regulators in the Albertsons/Safeway merger. It took less than a year for that company to go bankrupt and for Albertsons to pick up the very same stores it had divested for a fraction of what Haggen paid less than a year before, thus undoing the remedy to resolve antitrust concerns. Moreover, thousands of workers lost their jobs and were forced to start over. Today’s announcement of a nearly identical divestiture scheme is a troubling sign that history could repeat itself.”

The above statement can be attributed to the following UFCW local presidents:

John Nunes, UFCW Local 5 President
Kim Cordova, UFCW Local 7 President
Andrea Zinder, UFCW Local 324 President
Mark Federici, UFCW Local 400 President
Kathy Finn, UFCW Local 770 President
Greg Frazier, UFCW Local 1564 President
Faye Guenther, UFCW Local 3000 President

Contact: Tom Geiger, UFCW 3000, 206-604-3421

Planned Parenthood We’re in the room but Management is far away!

In an effort to make more progress than our previous virtual bargaining sessions, our fellow union workers traveled by bus, car, and airplane from afar to meet at the UFCW 3000 Des Moines office. Management joined us virtually via ZOOM to respond to the proposal we provided at our last bargaining session on July 31. The team will continue to encourage Management to meet in person for bargaining in hopes to get to an agreement that we can recommend to members.

We had a chance to review Management’s economic proposal and ask a lot of questions that needed answers before we responded with a counter proposal. The Employer’s proposal uses market analysis and proposes market adjustments based on job classification. Staff would see a one-time raise between 4% and 15%. A few staff members receive a one time bonus of 2% bonus. We are now researching the impacts of their proposal in order to present a counter-proposal before our next session on September 18 in hopes Management will be able to prep a response to start the day.

Management finally delivered their latest non-economic proposals. We were happy to see a proposal increasing bereavement leave from 3 to 5 days, but disappointed to see Management wants to start the bargaining process all over again in the Spring with a proposed contract that would expire in less than a year and that the “act of god” clause (also known as force majeure), which would allow HR to void the contract in the case of a power outage etc., is still included in Management’s proposal.

Finally, our team was willing to compromise on many of our original proposals for the sake of making some progress without compromising our position on many other things. We added a new article addressing vaccines and continue to push our proposal requiring PPE be covered by Planned Parenthood. We will not agree to a less than one-year contract or to any language allowing the contract to be negated for any reason. We’re satisfied with the progress we’ve made and look forward to the September 18 session.

Please reach out to our bargaining team or Union Representative Charlie King with any questions or concerns.

Mfused DISAPPOINTMENT DESPITE MEDIATION

Last week, we had our first union contract negotiating session with a mediator from the Federal Mediation & Conciliary Service (FMCS) present. Both sides agreed to request mediation, so that we could try to find some common ground and make progress towards an agreement despite ongoing mistrust and miscommunication.

Unfortunately, we didn’t have the productive session that we were hoping for. We came with comprehensive non-economic counters and tentative agreements on some significant proposals (such as Labor/Management Committees, samples policies, and non-discrimination policies), but we didn’t even get a chance to present these to management. Mfused left the table after not receiving a redline counter to their management rights’ proposal. We’re disappointed, but hopeful that we can actually move forward at our next session with mediation on September 19.

Keep an eye out next week for upcoming action planning.

HOURS CUT FOR PRODUCTION

As we all know, Mfused management has been sending Production workers home early without pay or asking us not to come in on extremely short notice. At the start of our session, we asked for more information so

that we could try to get a clearer picture of why these changes in hours and workload are happening, if these changes are temporary or not, and what we can expect staffing levels and scheduled hours to look like in the future.

Management told us that supply chain issues, industry decline, and other uncontrollable circumstances led to work declining this summer, even though the summer typically sees an increase. We were told to expect work to decline again this winter, as production is historically slower at the end of the year. What we know is that Mfused has reduced the size of Production by declining to fill positions after workers have left, increased the Production workload for the workers remaining, stockpiled inventory, and then cut scheduled hours without bringing these changes to the negotiations or giving us enough time and information to plan for our financial security. We have filed Unfair Labor Practice charges to address this.

Everyone who has had their hours reduced should apply for partial unemployment benefits as soon as possible at: https://esd.wa.gov/unemployment.

Please reach out to one of us on the bargaining team or our Union Rep, Chris Arellano at 206-436-6526, if you have any problems when applying or questions about the process. We are here to support each other.

PRMCE RN Labor Day action report, Strike Education, and more!

On September 4 we took part in the Everett Labor Day march and block party. We spoke to other union members and they were eager to support us! Many have signed up to take and distribute yard signs in their neighborhoods! If you would like to help distribute yard signs, please contact Union Rep Anthony Cantu 360-436-6566. We will be distributing yard signs on September 21 to the surrounding neighborhoods near both campuses and during our community townhall at the Everett Labor Temple at 5pm.

On September 6 we held strike educational meetings at the Colby, Pacific, and Pavilion campuses. We had great conversations with nurses about what it means to strike and how we can grow our power in each unit. Since these meetings we have seen a surge in strike pledges! To keep everyone informed and engaged, we're hosting strike educational meetings at Providence Everett (Pacific/Pavilion and Colby campuses). These sessions are open to all, so drop in whenever you can. We'll have UFCW staff and fellow nurses ready to answer your questions.

September 11:

• Colby St Helens Room 7-9 am, 11am – 1pm

• Pavilion Classroom #4 7-9 am, 11am – 1pm

• Zoom Meeting from 5:30 – 6:30

September 13:

• Colby St Helens Room 7 – 9am, 11am – 1pm

• Zoom Meeting from  5:30 – 6:30

If you're passionate about making a difference and being a driving force for positive change, we encourage you to consider becoming a strike captain. Your involvement could have a lasting impact on our profession and the quality of care we provide. You can sign up for this role by visiting our strike pledge page: https://www.mobilize.us/ufcw3000/event/576988/. Also, mark your calendars for our upcoming strike captain meeting on September 19 at 8 pm via Zoom https://www.mobilize.us/ufcw3000/event/575629/

After our multiple asks for additional bargaining dates, PRMCE has agreed to bargain with us on September 20. We hope that PRMCE will have a full counterproposal for us so we can effectively bargain.

To recap on our last bargaining session, Providence accepted a few of our previously agreed-upon tentative agreements. But, as expected, they didn't see eye-to-eye with us on most of our proposals. Our comprehensive plan covers both the economic and non-economic aspects that matter most to us. We're talking Staffing, Seniority, Compensation, Health and Safety, and a lot more. All these areas have one goal in mind – to enhance our working conditions and raise the bar for patient care standards.

Our determination remains unshakeable. Remember, it's our unity that will lead us to victory. So, let's keep the momentum going, support one another, and make our voices heard. Together, we're unstoppable!

Important Dates:

October 30, 2023: Contract Expires!
September 26: Negotiations with PRMCE
September 21: Community Townhall
@ Everett Labor Temple, 2810 Lombard Ave Everett, from 5-6 pm
September 20: Negotiations with PRMCE
September 13: Strike Educational Meetings

• Colby St Helens Room 7 – 9am, 11am – 1pm

• Zoom Meeting from  5:30 – 6:30 https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83887544549?pwd=dDlhb0JObDlXSm03NzZWWFFHMVNJZz09

September 11: Strike Educational Meetings

• Colby St Helens Room 7-9 am, 11am – 1pm

• Pavilion Classroom #4 7-9 am, 11am – 1pm

• Zoom Meeting from 5:30 – 6:30 https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81867677640?pwd=SzFUTXBxb3NrYnZsWEw3QjVXUXV0Zz09

Show PRMCE that we are serious about our proposals and are willing to strike! If you have not already signed the strike pledge, please click on the link PRMCE RN - I Promise to Take Action! (jotform.com)

Also encourage your coworkers to update their information: https://ufcw3000.org/update-your-information

PRMCE RN Bargaining Team: Trevor Gjendem, Juan Stout, Carrie Rimel, Kelli Johnson, Stephanie Sausman, Julie Byum, Kristen Crowder 

The Doctors Clinic - You're Invited!

The Doctors Clinic
You’re Invited!

Join us to talk about our fight for a strong contract at The Doctors Clinic. Meet members of the Bargaining Team as well as the Union Rep and Negotiator from UFCW 3000. We will discuss our proposals and how we can get what we need.

Tuesday, September 12 @ 6pm

UFCW 3000 - Silverdale office, 3888 NW Randall Way #105, Silverdale WA 98383

-OR- contact a Bargaining Team member or Union Rep Naomi Oligario for Zoom meeting details to join online.

PCC - Contract Action Team meetings

PCC - Contract Action Team meetings

Monday, September 25 @ 2pm—3pm
Lynnwood Library, 19200 44th Ave. Lynnwood, WA 98036

Wednesday, September 27 @ 5pm—6pm
The Seattle Public Library: University Branch, 5009 Roosevelt Way NE, Seattle, WA 98105

Wednesday, September 27 @ 6pm—7pm
Kingsgate Library - Meeting Room, 12315 NE 143rd St, Kirkland, WA 98034

Wednesday, September 27 @ 2pm—3pm
The Seattle Public Library: Columbia City Branch, 4721 Rainier Ave S, Seattle, WA 98118

Thursday, September 28 @ 4pm—5pm
Bellevue Library, 1111 110th Ave NE, Bellevue, WA 98004

Tuesday, September 26 - Online Zoom Meeting @ 9am—10am
Contact a Bargaining Team member or your Union Rep for Zoom meeting details.

Join your coworkers to prepare for upcoming negotiations and how to win a fair contract! If you have any questions, call 1-800-732-1188 and ask to speak to your Union Rep.

Olympic Medical Center (ProTech and Support Services) - BARGAINING CONTINUES

Olympic Medical Center (ProTech and Support Services)
BARGAINING CONTINUES

Bargaining continued on Tuesday, September 5. We had discussions about job descriptions and wage disparities for Support Services workers and are trying to understand why some positions are paid at a higher rate which are essentially the same as other lower paid positions. Responses from Management did not specifically address our concerns.

We presented Management with a strong wage, premium, and benefits package for ProTech workers to retain current employees and recruit new ones to fill the huge staffing void. Management’s response was a modest increase to their previous proposal. They suggested we meet with the CEO, Darryl Wolfe, next session to review hospital finances.

This is unacceptable! We need to let Management know that we cannot and will not continue to work for less. We are working harder than ever, covering for multiple unfilled positions, adding stress to our work and our personal lives.

Support Services Workers: We are circulating a letter/petition to send Management. Talk to a Bargaining Team member or to Union Rep Aimee Oien.

Wear our sticker to show Management that we deserve a fair contract!

Everyone can get a sticker from a Bargaining Team member or Union Rep Aimee Oien @ 360-662-1981.

“Support Services is vital to OMC and their profits. We deserve a fair and livable wage and will fight as one until we get it.” —Deviney Blore

“We’re still miles apart, their last offer does not promote retention and recruitment.” —Josh Johnston

“Where OMC is at, there is no doubt we will continue to lose coworkers to neighboring hospitals worsening the financial situation and morale.” —Rob Elofson-Golbert

“OMC is asking us to take far less than they have given other contracts recently.” —Patty Wood

“It’s hard to provide excellence working for an organization that gives us less than minimum.”—Hector Pozernick

Bargaining Team: Back Row (L-R) Nancy Dahll, Kimberly Goss, Hector Pozernick, Cameron Van Winkle; Front Row (L-R) Cathy Macphail, Patty Wood, Mandy Beck, Jake Purvis, Josh Johnston, Deviney Blore, Terry Wray, Robert Elofson-Gilbertson (not pictured)

UFCW 3000 Member Story: Mackenzie Weiland

Mackenzie Weiland

Content Warning: This member story mentions abuse, violence, and sexual assault. If you or someone you know has been the victim of sexual assault and need help, call the National Sexual Sexual Assault Hotline at 1-800-656-4673.

Meet Mackenzie Weiland, a nurse practitioner who specializes in sexual and reproductive health. Mackenzie and her partner relocated to the Pacific Northwest from Atlanta, Georgia, at the end of 2021. Soon after, she got a job at Planned Parenthood and has been quick to put down roots in their new home:

“My partner and I are building a home in Everett and enjoying every bit of exploration and adventure in this awesome region of the country. We are avid sea kayakers, hikers, triathletes, dog fosters, microbrewery supporters, board game enthusiasts, and big-time foodies!”

Working in reproductive healthcare is more than just a career to Mackenzie—it’s a calling. In addition to being a nurse practitioner, she is a board-certified sexual assault nurse examiner (SANE):

“Sexual violence and advocacy work is my truest passion, and I continue to serve my community in this way. After my busy weeks in clinic at Planned Parenthood, I take call shifts as a full-scope forensic nurse in Snohomish County. In this role, I provide trauma-informed, person-centered, compassionate, and excellent forensic nursing care and services to survivors of all forms of violence including child abuse and neglect, physical assault, sexual violence and assault, domestic and interpersonal violence, and more.

Caring for my community in these ways is both a calling and a gift. The careful culmination of my skills, training, and passion are all in service to uplift others and create a braver, safer world for us all.”

Mackenzie further serves her community by teaching nursing students at Seattle University how to be SANE nurses and speaks at conferences to advocate for better care for victims.

While her work at Planned Parenthood is very rewarding to her, Mackenzie has come to understand how important it is to have a union on the job, although she didn’t always think so:

“In my naiveté, when I was first hired at Planned Parenthood, I was weary of the union aspect of the position. Having been employed for just over 1.5 years, I cannot imagine being a Planned Parenthood clinician without my union. I am lucky to work closely with Charlie King, my union representative, who has always made himself available to me and my coworkers. We communicate regularly, and his efforts to care for me and my team have made the biggest difference. […] Unfortunately, no healthcare center/system is perfect, and just knowing I have the full, unyielding support of my union behind me, and in strong solidarity with the folks I work alongside and for, I am able to continue to show up and provide excellent community care.

It is an honor to be a UFCW 3000 member with all of you rock stars. Thank you, each of you, for all you to do serve one another and our communities.”

Mackenzie is becoming more involved with her union but was unable to be on the bargaining committee for the new union contract because she had no extra time (see all of the above). That’s okay! Being in a union means that when we all step up as much as we can, we don’t have to do everything ourselves.

Ferry County Memorial Hospital (Service, Maintenance, and LPN) - FIRST CONTRACT RATIFIED!

Ferry County Memorial Hospital (Service, Maintenance, and LPN)
FIRST CONTRACT RATIFIED!

“So incredibly thankful for all of the hard work done and excited to serve our fellow co-workers! Thank you for coming and asking your questions and showing your support! If you still want to sign a membership application please find one of your bargaining team. We are STRONGER TOGETHER!” —Nykole Silrus, LPN

On August 30, our Bargaining Team spent from 6am until 7pm welcoming co-workers, answering questions, and getting staff signed up to become UFCW 3000 members. It was great to see the high percentage of turnout and the overwhelming support and positive conversation that were had throughout the day.

Our new contract includes but is not limited to:

• Grievance Process

• Progressive Discipline

• Seniority language

• Secure hours of work and scheduling

• Two Guaranteed wage increases each year

• Guaranteed Premium pay, Secured PTO and EIB

• Secured benefits

• Process to address issues and concerns with out fear of retaliation

We look forward to building on this first contract that has set a strong foundation for the future. View your contract online once all of the signatures have been received at: ufcw3000.org. Until then, please reach out to a Bargaining Team member or Union Rep Amy Radcliff @ 509-340-7370.

“Today was a great day for the employees of Ferry County Health. We have made history by establishing a union of hard-working people. Through our strong and ever growing membership we finally have a hand on the wheel for what happens with our careers going forward. It is our hope that the employees of Ferry County Health will be happier and even more productive. I look forward to the future with all of you. Thank you we did it!” —Chris Torres, Lab Tech non certified

Mariners (Retail) Update - Employee benefits and Unfair Labor Practice charges

Our fight continues for the reinstatement of subsidized parking and promotion of item benefits. Currently the results of the decertification vote are pending certification with the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) while one of our ULPs is being resolved.  

Here is where we stand:  

• Subsidized Parking and Promotional Items Grievance
  An arbitration hearing date is set for Thursday, October 12​

• Subsidized Parking and Promotional Items ULP
  Currently under investigation and pending a hearing with the NLRB

• Decertification Election Process ULP
  Denied for review by the NLRB  

While this process moves through the arbitration and board hearing process, UFCW 3000 continues to vigorously enforce our Collective Bargaining Agreement. If you have any questions or believe there is a contract violation, please feel free to reach out to your union representative Dominick Ojeda at (206) 436-6586. 

Mariners (Retail) Collective Bargaining Agreement: Mariners Team Store 

PRMCE RN Back at the bargaining table

On August 28, we were back at the bargaining table. Providence accepted a few of our previously agreed-upon tentative agreements. But, as expected, they didn't see eye-to-eye with us on most of our proposals during the first half of the day.

In the second half of the day, we stood strong and presented our full proposal. This comprehensive plan covers both the economic and non-economic aspects that matter most to us. We're talking Staffing, Seniority, Compensation, Health and Safety, and a lot more. All these areas have one goal in mind – to enhance our working conditions and raise the bar for patient care standards.

Now, let's talk night shift nurses – an issue that hits close to home for many of us. We've come up with a solution by suggesting temporary incentives for those willing to make the switch. Day shift nurses will receive:

• $250 incentive per shift that a RN flips

• $300 incentive per Friday, Saturday, and Sunday per shift that a RN flips

• $1,800 prorated to a RN’s FTE for working either 32 hours via 8 hour night shifts or 48 hours via 12 hour night shifts

Our proposal for a retention bonus for our current night shift nurses didn't get the green light from PRMCE. We won't let that stop us from reproposing this bonus!

Now, mark your calendars because our next bargaining session is set for September 26th. This upcoming month is when we need all hands on deck! Together, we'll push forward and make strides.

On September 4, we're taking it to the streets! We'll be at the Everett Labor Day Block Party and rallying our union siblings to join us on September 21 for a community townhall. On September 21, we'll be handing out yard signs that folks can proudly display in their yards to show their unwavering support for our contract fight!

If you want to get involved and help distribute these yard signs in your community, then circle September 21st on your calendar or reach out to Anthony Cantu (360)436-6566. These signs will be ready to distribute starting September 18th!

Our strike pledge numbers continue increasing! To keep everyone informed and engaged, we're hosting strike educational meetings at Providence Everett (Pacific and Colby campuses). These sessions are open to all, so drop in whenever you can. We'll have UFCW staff and fellow nurses ready to answer your questions.

September 6

• Colby St Helens Room 7-9 am, 11am – 1pm

• Pacific Main Floor Classroom 7-9 am, 11am – 1pm

• Pavilion Classroom #4 7-9 am, 11am – 1pm

September 11

• Colby St Helens Room 7-9 am, 11am – 1pm

• Pavilion Classroom #4 7-9 am, 11am – 1pm

• Zoom Meeting from 5:30 – 6:30

September 13

• Colby St Helens Room 7 – 9am, 11am – 1pm

• Zoom Meeting from  5:30 – 6:30

If you're passionate about making a difference and being a driving force for positive change, we encourage you to consider becoming a strike captain. Your involvement could have a lasting impact on our profession and the quality of care we provide. You can sign up for this role by visiting our strike pledge page:https://www.mobilize.us/ufcw3000/event/576988/. Also, mark your calendars for our upcoming strike captain meeting on September 5th at 8 pm via Zoomhttps://www.mobilize.us/ufcw3000/event/575629/

Our determination remains unshakeable. Remember, it's our unity that will lead us to victory. So, let's keep the momentum going, support one another, and make our voices heard. Together, we're unstoppable!

Important Dates:

October 30, 2023: Contract Expires!
September 26: Negotiations with PRMCE
September 21: Community Townhall @ Everett Labor Temple, 2810 Lombard Ave Everett, from 5-6 pm
September 13: Strike Educational Meetings

• Colby St Helens Room 7 – 9am, 11am – 1pm

• Zoom Meeting from  5:30 – 6:30 https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83887544549?pwd=dDlhb0JObDlXSm03NzZWWFFHMVNJZz09

September 11: Strike Educational Meetings

• Colby St Helens Room 7-9 am, 11am – 1pm

• Pavilion Classroom #4 7-9 am, 11am – 1pm

• Zoom Meeting from 5:30 – 6:30 https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81867677640?pwd=SzFUTXBxb3NrYnZsWEw3QjVXUXV0Zz09

September 6: Strike Educational Meetings

• Colby St Helens Room 7-9 am, 11am – 1pm

• Pacific Main Floor Classroom 7-9 am, 11am – 1pm

• Pavilion Classroom #4 7-9 am, 11am – 1pm

September 4: Labor Day Block Party

from 11 am to 2 pm @ Mission Building Courtyard on the corner of Wetmore & Pacific Ave, followed by a march to Block Party @ Everett Labor Temple, 2810 Lombard Everett, WA 98201

Show PRMCE that we are serious about our proposals and are willing to strike! If you have not already signed the strike pledge, please click on the link PRMCE RN - I Promise to Take Action! (jotform.com)

Also encourage your coworkers to update their information: https://ufcw3000.org/update-your-information

PRMCE RN Bargaining Team
Trevor Gjendem, Juan Stout, Carrie Rimel, Kelli Johnson, Stephanie Sausman, Julie Byum, Kristen Crowder 

Northwest Center Progress Continues

This week our Union Bargaining Team met with Northwest Center and continued important discussions on schedules and flexing hours, assignments to different teams, and the use of coaching and Performance Improvement Plans. We received counter proposals from leadership on remote work and caseloads and hope to be able to reach agreements on these topics at our next bargaining session on September 12.

We appreciate all of the feedback from coworkers during our Union meeting this week! It helped us to finalize our full Economic proposals to present in future sessions. We heard broadly that people are happy with the current healthcare plan and we will be prioritizing trying to make it more financially accessible for adding spouse/children/family and accessible for part-time employees.

Welcome to the bargaining team Kaylee Ainge and Kirsten Syberg, Family Resource Coordinators! They will take turns participating in future bargaining sessions on September 12 and 19. We are excited to have Family Resource Coordinators perspective and voice at the table.

Our team is staying in close contact with our Union siblings at SEIU 925 Early Learning- please stay tuned for future solidarity actions we will take together!

You’re invited!

Monday September 5, 11am – 2pm at Angle Lake Park in SeaTac, Join UFCW 3000 and our community at the annual MLK Labor Day Picnic! Bring a friend, your family, and kids. There will be food trucks with free food for union members, kids games, and a splash park. Hope to see you there!

Questions or to get more involved, please contact Union Representative Ian Jacobson, 206-436-6550.

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