POWER through NUMBERS
- Have you ever raised a workplace issue and been told something like: “You’re the only one who has mentioned this”? Sometimes that may be true. But often the same issue exists across multiple teams, buildings, or locations.
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Joey Hicklin
Solidarity with Faculty
- BC stewards joined faculty in their informational picket and invited faculty to observe WPEA higher ed bargaining.
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Rebecca "Becky" Turnbull
Skagit Valley BBQ – Mount Vernon
- The Skagit Valley BBQ brought members together for food, bargaining discussions, and another member joining the union.
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WPEA Admin
Edmonds BBQ Recap
- The Edmonds BBQ was a great success, bringing 85 members together for an afternoon of great food, conversation, and plenty of laughs.
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FVRL MOU member meetings
Come to one of our FVRL member meetings to learn more and get your questions answered!
Sunday, August 23rd at 7pm
https://wpea-org.zoom.us/j/85495441211?pwd=4NoJeYCiZldCsEI9FfeDUf0lpldXa1.1
✊ Observe Bargaining: Higher Education
Olympic College Member Meeting
Please join us for the in-person member meeting on 8/25, 12-1pm, in building 4, room 129.
All classified staff welcome!
News Archive
FVRL MOU member meetings
Come to one of our FVRL member meetings to learn more about the recent MOU and get your questions answered! Sunday, August 23rd at 7pm https://wpea-org.zoom.us/j/85495441211?pwd=4NoJeYCiZldCsEI9FfeDUf0lpldXa1.1 Wednesday, August 26th at
Classified Socials
Step outside your silo and join classified colleagues for monthly drop-in socials during fall quarter. Bring your lunch and visit with staff in room T-205. Be sure to clear any
Now more than ever, we need to band together.
WPEA is facing a budget shortfall that could lead to cuts that will inevitably affect Pierce’s members in the long run. The landmark Janus v. AFSCME in 2018 has continued
Solidarity with Faculty
Last Friday, two BC WPEA shop stewards joined the BC faculty union, BCAHE, in their informational picket outside of the Human Resources area where their contract bargaining takes place. Like
Update on Stipend and Backpay Payments
An update on the extra funds, since I don’t think this has been well-shared: I know this is incredibly frustrating. We are working on ways to communicate better, including using
After Six Sessions, the State Still Isn’t Listening
After six bargaining sessions, one thing has become painfully clear. This round of negotiations isn’t just about wages, promotions, or contract language. It’s about whether the State believes the people
Skagit Valley BBQ – Mount Vernon
We had a great time at Skagit Valley in Mount Vernon. I handled the grilling while Lance went around and brought people over for burgers. We had a turnout of
Edmonds BBQ Recap
The Edmonds BBQ was a great success, bringing 85 members together for an afternoon of great food, conversation, and plenty of laughs. Members had the opportunity to ask questions, connect
Military Department Members Show Up
Military Department members recently gathered in person to observe bargaining together through Zoom. (Pictured: Phillip, Garret, Tedd, and Jason from the Military Department) The employer has shown little interest in
Keeping Washington Connected, One Tower at a Time
Far from the office and often high above the ground, WPEA members at the Department of Natural Resources help maintain the communications infrastructure that keeps critical systems operating across Washington.