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Benton County Workers Announce Impasse After Bargaining Stalls

Corvallis, OR - Benton County workers represented by Oregon AFSCME Local 2064 have announced an impasse following Benton County’s failure to reach an agreement on safety i

Oregon AFSCME Statement on OHSU/Legacy Acquisition Filing

Portland, OR - In response to Legacy CEO George Brown’s dissatisfaction with the terms reached for union-represented Legacy workers, Oregon

Oregon AFSCME Statement on Murder of Cascadia Mental Health Aide

July 18, 2023 - The horrific murder of Cascadia McCarthy Place Mental Health Aide, Haley Rogers has placed a spotlight on the issue of safety at one of Multnomah County’s mental health providers.

When contract negotiations began in May of 2023, the majority of Cascadia workers named safety as their number one concern. Frequent issues raised by members have included the scheduling of just one staff person to oversee a facility, program, or outing, in addition to a weapon risk protocol to protect staff and clients.

Tentative Agreement Ratified

A strong majority of the membership participated in two days of voting across multiple sites. Thank you to everyone who made their voices heard throughout bargaining and especially to the members who always get the final say on your contract.

The tentative agreement was ratified with 74% of the voting members in support.

Oregon State Workers Reach Tentative Agreement on Historic Contract

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Salem, Oregon — In a landmark move that signifies the power of union action, state workers represented by Oregon AFSCME have reached a tentative agreement on their new contract with the State. This agreement brings unprecedented Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) increases for the state workers amidst the rapid rise in inflation and the current statewide staffing crisis.

Tentative Agreement Reached

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Bargaining Update

After our first mediation session and months of bargaining, your bargaining team reached a tentative agreement with the city on June 29 for a new three-year agreement.

SACU Workers Announce Vote of No Confidence Against SACU Director

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June 26, 2023

Legislative Session 2023 - Story of the Week - June 20, 2023

Bargaining Update #8

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Bargaining Update

The bargaining team has requested to enter into mediation with the City and has canceled the previously scheduled bargaining session for June 15. We will let everyone know once mediation dates are scheduled.

We know members will have questions about what comes next, so we'd like to share this helpful document explaining the process.

Bargaining Update #7

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Bargaining Update

First, we want to thank everyone who came out to the rally to support the bargaining team, it was a great turnout of employees from across the city!