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Oregon State Workers Demand Recognition of Indigenous People’s Day as a Paid Holiday

Salem, OR — For the third consecutive bargaining cycle, Oregon state workers represented by Oregon AFSCME have called on state leadership to honor Indigenous People’s Day with a paid holiday.

Alyssa’s Grievance Victory Started with Notes | Oregon AFSCME Member Story

When Alyssa Ledesma first joined Oregon AFSCME Local 328, she did it on the advice of a colleague, without knowing how helpful having a union can be.

Member Action Saves DEQ Program

In Oregon, the Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is the state agency responsible for restoring and maintaining the quality of our air, land, and water.

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

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!

Legislative Session 2023 - Story of the Week - June 12, 2023