After historic votes in Western and Eastern WA grocery contracts. We have been able to define and limit the scope of work permitted by Third-Party Franchise in the produce department.
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Thank you for attending our Contract Action Meeting this week. It was good to hear from you and share more information about what's been happening in both local and national bargaining. We will let you know when we have information on another meeting.
Before we met with you Wednesday night, both the Pro Tech Optical and Pharmacy teams met with Kaiser and bargained over market increases. These increases are specifically meant for positions that are not in line with other local health care providers. Market increases should be competitive, so Kaiser can hire workers. When Kaiser doesn't pay competitive wages, we all work harder to cover for unfilled positions.
We also bargained over how and when increases might be implemented. We do not currently have any agreement on the implementation dates for increases, but will continue discussions and advocating for timely implementation of all contractual economic improvements.
We are working towards a contract that is sustainable and encourages people to want to continue working with Kaiser.
We are scheduled to continue bargaining the National Agreement October 28-29 as well as working on the Pharmacy and Pro Tech Optical contracts.
For additional information contact a Bargaining Team member or:
Aisha Womack 206-436-6584 Union Rep
JJ Benson 425-306-1357 Contract Specialist
If someone you know isn't getting updates: Update Your Information >>
Pro Tech Optical Bargaining Team: Nicole Merriam, Sarah Lau, Ashleigh Aufort, Chandra Allen, Vicki Kobeski, Juli Bell, Bryana Kolppa
Pharmacy Bargaining Team: Cesar Galloso, Jason Lindquist, Kay Halverson, JJ Benson, Krystal Krotzer, Mark Stewart
You are invited to join our Bargaining Team for a virtual meeting via Zoom. We look forward to seeing you and hearing your voices! Our Union Bargaining Team: Krystal Ramirez, David Coomes and Rob Roy.
Read MoreOur union Bargaining Team met with the Employer on October 23. Negotiations are still in progress. The Employer came back and tentatively agreed to some items, but we are still waiting for their counter on several others. We’ll share another update once we have more movement. Our next bargaining sessions are November 7 and 14.
Read MoreLast month, UFCW 3000 members at the Kraken Team Store raised concerns about the company's new attendance requirement policy. Our grievance states that any new attendance policies violate our Union contract, and on October 8, our Union met with management to discuss a resolution.
During the grievance meeting, UFCW 3000 and BDA reached an agreement to correct the policy and communication discrepancy. The company agreed to audit their email communications and inform any affected members of their right to return to work, regardless of any prior separation notice based on game attendance. Our Union will continue to work with the Employer until we fully resolve the issue.
If you have any questions, please reach out to your Union Rep Allison Hanley at (206) 436-6586 or Aaron Bailey at (206) 436-6631.
Union dialysis technicians at Fresenius Medical Care are fighting to win a fair contract and better working conditions. We need your support to ensure we can continue to provide vital patient care to our communities. Stand with us (and bring your voice!) at our upcoming Informational Picket! All patients, providers, families, friends, allies, and workers are welcome.
"Every single minute counts for dialysis treatment. Dialysis companies must listen to frontline caregivers: safer staffing and scheduling can't wait!"
— Fresenius Union Bargaining Team
October 29
4pm - 5:30pm
Fresenius Kidney Care South Tacoma Clinic
5825 Tacoma Mall Blvd #103, Tacoma, WA 98409
Providence Sacred Heart Service and Maintenance
Bargaining Begins
Our Union Bargaining Team: Kaye Balk, Registrar; Michael McDonald, ED Tech; Patty Martin, Financial Counselor; Nathan Burfeindt, Distribution; Lenaya Wilhelm, Union Rep; Margaret Lauricella, Monitor Tech; Melissa Pringle, Sterile Processing; Cesar Quiles Borrero, Union Bargainer; Trevor Ford, Ambassador; Dawn Finley, Lab Assistant; Jessica Marvin, CNA; Delia Acosta, Transport
On October 21 the Bargaining Team met for the first time with management. During the first bargaining meeting, we presented a number of non-economic proposals at the bargaining table. Those included staffing, rest and meal breaks, training, and a number of other items. Our subsequent bargaining dates will be on October 28, November 4, and November 12 when we expect to see economic proposals from both sides.
Now is the time to get involved and be a part of the process by joining us at the Contract Action Team Meeting.
Contract Action Team Meeting
October 29
5:30pm - 6:30pm
UFCW 3000 Office
2805 N Market St
Spokane, WA 99207
“First bargaining session down—respectful dialogue, strong start, ready to work towards what we deserve.”
— Jessica Marvin
“It’s been a great experience to start working through bargaining with my fellow co-workers.”
— Margaret Lauricella
“Today was hopeful, I am optimistic for the future here.”
— Trevor Ford
“Improvement is a long arduous journey. We are on our way.”
— Nathan Burfeindt
If you have questions or would like to get more involved in organizing a fair contract, please reach out to your Union Rep, Lenaya Wilhelm, at 360-409-0556.
We met with Recovery Cafe on October 15 to continue our negotiations and introduced our full economic package. Our economic package includes our first pass at meaningful wage increases, a transition to a secure and affordable health care and pension plan, improvements on bereavement leave, a wage classification structure that our bargaining team believes aligns with more equitable wage structure.
Read MoreMy years teaching and my years in labor are not separate chapters; they’re the same story told in different languages. In both spaces, the goal is to help people find their voice, claim their agency, and recognize their power as interdependent, not individual. Both require listening. Both require courage. Both require faith in the transformative potential of ordinary people.
Read MoreOn Wednesday, August 27, our Bargaining Team met with the Management for our first official day of negotiations on our first union contract! We passed along most of our proposals to the Employer and are waiting for their response at the next session. Overall, we felt it was a very productive day!
Read MoreUnion Contract Proposal Meeting!
Read MoreOn October 16, we ratified new contracts for UFCW 3000 grocery stores in Skagit, Island, and Whatcom Counties at Safeway, Haggen, Fred Meyer, and Albertsons/Safeway, and Saar’s Grocery in Oak Harbor.
Read MoreOur first session we exchanged proposals with Management on mostly non-economic language. We made tentative agreements on contract language changes regarding Union Access, Contract and Job Descriptions, New Pay Classifications, Progressive Discipline, Job Posting, and Military Leave.
Read MoreOn October 17, a strong majority of RNs voted to ratify our new contract! After six months of negotiations, we now have a stronger agreement that improves wages, safety, and working conditions.
Read MoreWe overwhelmingly (90%) voted YES to ratify a new agreement at Planned Parenthood of the Great Northwest, Hawai'i, Alaska, Indiana, Kentucky! Our resilience secured sustainable raises during a turbulent time, and we will keep fighting together for the working conditions we need to continue providing essential healthcare services for our patients and communities.
Agreement highlights include:
4% across-the-board wage increases (retroactively dated to June 1, 2025), effective after ratification
Bonuses for all members, based on seniority, on the first paycheck in December 2025:
Years of Service Completed with Employer (As of June 1, 2025), Lump Sum Bonus
0–5 Years, $1,000
6–10 Years, $2,000
11–15 Years, $3,000
16+ Years, $5,000
2% across-the-board wage increases, effective after June 1, 2026
Bonuses for all members, based on seniority, on the first paycheck in December 2026:
Years of Service Completed with Employer (As of June 1, 2026), Lump Sum Bonus
0–5 Years, $1,200
6–10 Years, $1,800
11–15 Years, $2,600
16+ Years, $3,200
NO reductions to wages, premiums, health & welfare benefits, or retirement
NO additional cost-sharing to employees for healthcare premium increases
Vacation and sick time accruing per pay period with no reductions to the total amounts of days that can be earned or carried over annually—more info to come
More equitable and consistent workforce development opportunities
Commitments to address ongoing concerns regarding wage equity, clinic safety/security, and staffing and patient scheduling
View the full redline and vote highlights summary here >>
If you're interested in learning more about the contract or preparing for our next contract campaign, reach out to a member of our bargaining team, a steward, or our union rep.
On Friday, October 10 and Thursday, October 16 or union Bargaining Team representing the Pharmacists at St. Joseph Medical Center joined Management at the table for our first two sessions of contract negotiations.
Read MoreRN Case Managers will have the opportunity to vote on Friday, October 24, from 12pm to 1pm at the Cascade Room (in the cafeteria) on joining the new RN contract.
The full contract document will be available to review during the voting period and the new RN contract is available online on the UFCW 3000 Capital Medical RN contract page. To participate, you must complete a union membership application and vote in person.
If you have any questions, please contact your Union Representative, Kimberly Starkweather, at (206) 436-6515.
October 24
12pm - 1pm
Cascade Room
In the cafeteria
The following National Alliance of Healthcare Workers Unions are holding a five-day strike October 14-18:
UNAC/UHCP (California)
HNHP Hawaii Nurses & Healthcare Professionals (Hawaii)
UNITE HERE Local 5 (Hawaii)
USW United Steelworkers 7600 (California)
OFNHP AFT Local 5017 (Oregon and Southern Washington/Vancouver)
These contracts have all expired and workers are striking for better staffing, wages, and retirement benefits.
Our local contracts include Pro Tech Optical and Pharmacy. The Pro Tech Optical contract expired on October 1. The Pharmacy contract will expire July 31, 2026.
We have continued to bargain local contracts. Last week we met with management for several days. We are working on local economics including market increases (getting KPWA positions closer to other area healthcare).
September 15-17 we emailed and texted asking you to let Kaiser know: NO PROGRESS NO PULSE! Thank you for sending Kaiser this message!
Last week we sent a letter to Greg Adams notifying him that we are putting a pause on partnership activities, notably:
Regional and Local Labor Management Partnership Councils
Workplace Safety Committees
Attendance Committees and Reviews
Unit-Based Teams (UBTs) and UBT Projects
Steward Training Sessions
Alliance-Partnership Representatives
Workforce of the Future Initiatives
We are continuing to ask all KPWA UFCW workers: Will you do what it takes for this contract?
If you need a pledge card, reach out and we will make sure you get one.
You are invited to attend a virtual Contract Action Meeting. Find out what's happening in local bargaining, national bargaining, and next steps.
We are disappointed to share that management has canceled our upcoming bargaining session—which was scheduled for tomorrow, October 15—stating that their reason for doing so is a proposal which they felt was incomplete or missing information.
Specifically, management referenced our proposed "Caseload" language, which was intended to outline the anticipated workload of the various positions represented in our union contract, and includes factors like whether an employee is serving as a mentor, if they're a specialty coordinator for CHERISH, and so on. The proposed article we shared with the employer on October 3 outlines how different patient requirements are to be calculated together to ensure these are all considered in our overall workload.
After clarifying the language to the employer to show how the calculations would be completed based on the article—our bargaining team came together and drafted an example of a caseload document, which we then shared with the employer.
In summary, we shared that cancelling a session due to questions they have on certain proposal(s) feels counter intuitive to our bargaining team. We are hopeful that we have signaled our willingness to work with the employer and look forward to engaging in discussion and exchange of proposals at our next session on October 28.
Tonight, we have a Contract Action Team committee meeting, the details of which have been emailed out. This will be held with your representative Ian Jacobson and will help clarify any questions you might have.
October 14, 2025
7pm
After four meetings with the Employer, we have made progress and moved forward with the non-economic aspects that will ensure an improved contract for everyone in SRH. In this last bargaining section, we tentatively agreed on items that were part of the committee’s goals; these are bolded below. We all stay together, demonstrating unity and a willingness to stand up to the Employer, letting them know that our Bargaining Team has our trust and unquestionable support. We are about to start the economic conversations with SRH, and we feel that this could be a historic contract for us and our families. Today, more than ever, you need to stay alert and ready to engage in our contract fight.
Read MoreWe are the Union. The members of UFCW 3000 are over 50,000 members working in grocery, retail, health care, meat packing, cannabis, & other industries across Washington state, north-east Oregon, and northern Idaho. UFCW 3000 is a chartered member of UFCW International with over 1.4 million workers in North America.
To build a powerful Union that fights for economic, political and social justice in our workplaces and in our communities.
