Our hard fought wage increases are finally here!
Our 6% wage increase, which became effective on September 17th, will be reflected in your October 6th paycheck. This increase is a significant step towards better compensation for your hard work and dedication.
Lump Sum Bonuses: To receive the lump sum payment, please note the following eligibility criteria:
The ballots have been counted, and we are thrilled to announce that our contract has been ratified with a 91% yes vote! Our siblings in Local 21 also voted yes by 91%. This victory is yours and is a testament to your dedication, hard work, and unwavering commitment to securing a better future for City of San Jose employees and our community.
This historic agreement was only made possible by the tremendous dedication of our membership. Your willingness to stand together, including your readiness to go on strike if necessary, demonstrated the strength of our solidarity and was enough to push the City administration to its true limits. While we may not have achieved every goal we set out for, this contract marks a significant step forward. It's the best agreement we've won in decades, and it's a result of your tireless efforts. Congratulations.
The wage increase and lump sum amount are set to begin…
After months of dedicated effort, challenging negotiations, and unwavering unity, we are proud to announce that we have reached a significant milestone in our campaign to secure a fair contract for the dedicated employees of the City of San Jose. It's time to ratify the contract, and your voice is the deciding role in determining the outcome.
Our bargaining team has fought tirelessly to bring you the best possible deal that addresses critical issues and advances our shared goals. We are pleased to present this agreement to you for ratification, as the bargaining team unanimously recommends a "Yes" vote. This is a pivotal moment, and your participation is essential in finalizing the terms that will shape our collective future. You can view the full ratification document here.
This contract represents the most significant economic wins we’ve achieved in the history of our Union. In addition to a great contract, we strengthened our Union in the process. Union members all over the City know now what is possible. They know the importance of collective action and the importance of staying engaged with the Union. A stronger Union will pay dividends for years to come.
Thursday, we engaged in discussions with the City and the state mediator, and while good progress was made, we, unfortunately, have not yet reached an agreement.
Encouragingly, the City finally demonstrated movement toward our position, signaling that our collective efforts are making a difference. However, it's important to note that this movement was not a step all the way toward the middle ground we've been seeking from them. As a result, we were unable to accept the offer presented to us. City administrators continue to plant poison pills within the agreement and leave out key tenets.
The good news is that we are getting closer, and this progress can be attributed to our unwavering determination and the preparations we've made for a possible strike. Our commitment to securing a fair contract and "staffing up San Jose" is stronger than ever, and we are confident that our persistence will lead to winning for us and for the public services we deliver to our community.
The most recent Strike FAQ downloadable version can be found here
Or you can go to https://www.staffupsanjose.org/strike for more information and up to date resources.
