City of Broken Arrow Bargaining Report #1

May 6, 2008

On Monday, May 5, 2008, we met with representatives from The City of Broken Arrow to begin 2008 negotiations.  We proposed continued adoption of the following articles:

 

1.                Purpose of Agreement

2.                Prohibition of Strikes and Lockouts

3.                Savings Clause

4.                Holidays

5.                Vacation Leave

6.                Uniforms

7.                Retirement Benefits

8.                Long-Term Disability Plan

9.                Vision Materials and Paid Leave Donation Bank

10.             Flexible Benefit Plan and Optional Benefit Plan

11.             Dues Deduction

12.             Safety & Health

13.             Mutual Responsibility to Avoid Discrimination

14.             Longevity

15.             Substance Abuse Testing and Employee Assistance Plan

16.             Management Bargaining Agent Meetings

17.             Certifications

 

Furthermore, we held a discussion on Union Business which included Union Leave, Stewards, and Bulleting Boards.  Lastly, there is a contract explanation meeting scheduled on Thursday, May 8, 2008 at CWA Local 6012, from 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM. 

 

Should you have any questions, please see a job steward.

 

Remember…

UNITED WE BARGAIN AND

DIVIDED WE BEG!

 

In Unity and Solidarity,

 

 

Your CWA Bargaining Committee