Legacy Mt Hood Bargaining Update #10
Our bargaining team made measurable progress at the table. We reached tentative agreements on several important non-economic articles, including:
Definitions of work hours
Overtime provisions
Scheduling and days off
Seniority and the probationary period
Procedures for posting and awarding vacant job bids
With these new Tentative Agreements, employees would not have to be placed on a probationary period every time they changes departments or job classifications. Management also showed significant movement on subcontracting and layoff language—an important victory, especially for our colleagues in Nutrition Services and Environmental Services, who are often the most vulnerable during periods of cost-cutting and restructuring.
We are close to resolving the remaining non-economic issues, including:
Discipline and grievance procedures
Computer access
Language on diversity and respect
We hope to finalize these topics in our next sessions.
With Legacy publicly announcing improvements to its financial outlook, we are preparing to shift to economic issues, including:
Wages and shift differentials
Longevity pay
Healthcare benefits
The Education Fund
It’s important to highlight that workers at Legacy Emanuel and Legacy Good Samaritan already receive strong education benefits, annual wage increases with meaningful step raises, and longevity pay. Mt. Hood workers deserve equal treatment!
We will continue bargaining every other Wednesday. If you have questions, suggestions, or concerns, please connect with a bargaining team member.
TAKE ACTION
Here’s what you can do to show support for positive change at the bargaining table!
1). Keep the Momentum Going – Wear Purple Every Wednesday!
2). Sign the Petition to support your Bargaining Team | Firma la petición para apoyar a tu Mesa Directiva de Negociación
3). If you want to find out more about the tentative agreement, please stop by the Union Tabling every Monday and Friday between 12:00-1:30 at the Boardroom.
4). Join us on our private Facebook group to get updates & connect with coworkers.
Union Tabling Meetings in May
Every Monday and Friday | 12:00–1:30 PM | Boardroom
Stop by to talk with your bargaining team, find more about our tentative agreements, collect your purple union swag, and show your support!
Friday, May 9
Monday, May 12
Friday, May 16
Monday, May 19
Friday, May 23
Monday, May 26
Friday, May 30
