PROTECTION through OUR CONTRACT
- In many workplaces, employees are told that certain decisions are simply management’s choice. Scheduling practices, discipline procedures, or workplace policies may appear to be determined entirely by supervisors. But in union workplaces, many of these decisions are governed by a contract...
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Joey Hicklin
WPEA Luncheon
- Highline members discussed contract gains, the lack of state COLAs, and ways to welcome new employees and recruit stewards.
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Sheena Pennell
Fairchild Members Connect
- Howie, Ted, and Garrett from Fairchilds Military Department joined me off base at a local establishment to discuss what’s been happening at the Union.
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Austin Lyman
Bellevue members met over lunch
- Bellevue members gathered for a lunchtime social to discuss bargaining, recent reorgs, and communication from college administration.
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Rebecca "Becky" Turnbull
REP in Da’ House
📣 It’s THAT time again… Rep in da House! 🎉
🥪 Come on down to the main kitchen on the 1st floor with your lunch, and let’s chat!
Have a question, concern, or idea? Want to say hello? Any question is a good question!
Hope to see you there!
Rep Stacie Leanos
KRL Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
A great way to stay apprised of Kitsap Regional Library events, happenings, financial updates and administrative actions!
Meetings are held in person at the Norm Dicks Government Center in Bremerton — Watch meetings live on Bremerton-Kitsap Access Television or view them on YouTube the Thursday following each meeting. Closed caption viewing is available on YouTube.
For details, visit the KRL Board of Trustees Page – where you can review agendas and minutes; and also sign up for public comment (either in-person, virtual or in writing).
KRL BOT website: https://krl.community.diligentoneplatform.com/Portal/Default.aspx
To sign up for in-person public comment — use the link below to submit the online Request to Speak form by 4:00 pm on the day prior to the meeting.
Shop Steward Training – October
Steward Training in October: Wednesday, October 28, 5:30 pm
Hosted by Heather Kafton, over Zoom
To RSVP, email Heather at Heather@wpea.org with your name and employer.
Learn about the rights, privileges, and responsibilities of being a steward. Stewards are the backbone of WPEA, making sure our members are protected and informed. Our Steward Training teaches you about the contract and your rights – even if you’re not ready to become a Steward.
Stewards may seem like they do everything, but many just handle a single task, like notetaking, communications, or learning contract details. If you’ve got just one of these kinds of skills, you can be a Steward!
Are Steward Training dates never right for you?
Reach out to solidarity@wpea.org and we’ll schedule a training that fits your unique schedule!
News Archive
Fire Training Academy – Sen. Murray
Courtney Chambers (right) with US Senator Patty Murray (left)
Member meeting recap
Heartfelt thanks to the 34 Bellevue College staff who attended today’s member meeting. We went over contract bargaining and what we gained: additional leave time, more time for new employee
Bellevue College WPEA member online meeting
Tuesday, October 13, 2026 between 4pm to 5pm (after Equity PD Day) All BC staff represented by WPEA are welcome whether you pay dues or not! You can be released
BC Classified lunch social Tuesday: You matter!
You — yes you! — add value to the college every day. Drop in to a classified social on Tuesday, October 6th between 11AM and 12:30PM in room T205! Bring
Important Leave Announcement!
As was mentioned last week, Yakima Valley College WPEA members voted overwhelmingly to ratify the 2027-2029 bargaining agreement, with 94% of the vote. That means each YVC WPEA bargaining unit
Commissioner Upthegrove Scales Back Plans to Limit Harvest
In a welcome move, Commissioner of Public Lands Dave Upthegrove has announced that he is reducing the number of acres of so-called “legacy forests” that he plans to set off
WPEA Luncheon
It was so wonderful to see everyone on Thursday for pizza! We got a few updates on the state contract, and answered questions about the local contract with Highline. The
September WPEA Report to Board of Trustees
This is the WPEA report that was given to the Pierce Board of Trustees on Sept. 9, 2026. Good afternoon. My fellow Shop Steward, Kelly Gardner is normally the person
Olympic College Shows Union Pride on Wednesday!
Staff from five different departments cross paths on the OC Bremerton campus, wearing blue and supporting their union on a sunny Wednesday afternoon. Show your support! Represent your WPEA pride
Senate Contract Ratification 2026
It’s time to vote! Voting will happen virtually from Friday, September 25th – Monday, September 28th @11:59pm. Not a member and want to vote? Check out our join page! Below