July 1, 2010

Coos Bay North Bend Water Board Workers Advance

Coos Bay North Bend Water Board workers have a new tentative union contract agreement. Below are the highlights of the 3 year agreement reached earlier this week for this small government unit. It is remarkable because of the tough times public workers are facing.

Economics
8.5% COLA over the next 3 years.
$75.00/yr Boot allowance
Protected retirement benefits for existing members
Mitigated impact of management-imposed tier 2 retirement for new hires and increased employer contribution to the new plan

Other advances
Expansion of sick leave language
30 minutes paid time for new employee orientation
Expansion of grievance language.
Labor Management committee

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