On July 17 and 18 at WOU we came away from yet another round of bargaining with University Management. We’re still far apart in terms of what we feel is a fair contract. We maintain that we deserve a fair…

State Bargaining Campaign Kicking Off Soon! The start of State Bargaining is just around the corner! It all begins with our bargaining survey, which will determine what our priorities will be in this bargaining cycle.  Be sure to complete your…

July 28 Cast Your E-Ballot on the Proposed Contract Voting is now open! This Monday, State members received their electronic ballots through email, and the votes are coming in. Voting to ratify a contract is one of the single most…

Strike authorization votes have been tallied and over 95% of Higher Ed employees who voted authorized a strike at Oregon’s seven public universities. After negotiating since February, management’s latest contract offer has cost of living allowances that don’t keep up…

Our SEIU Homecare Bargaining Team has reached an exciting tentative agreement with the State that increases wages and benefits, advocates for quality consumer services, and strengthens Oregon’s homecare system. We are proud of the work our members have done to…