With 97% support, SEIU Local 99 members at Lynwood Unified ratified a tentative agreement on a new three-year contract on Thursday, August 13.
The next day at a special meeting, the Lynwood Unified School Board also ratified the agreement, making this our official new labor union contract.
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Because the Lynwood Unified School Board also ratifies our contracts, it’s important that we have School Board Members who value the work that we do in our schools! In November… We will elect new School Board Members!Come to a Town Hall on Tuesday, August 18 to help decide who SEIU Local 99 will endorse in these races. |
Our member-led bargaining team reached an agreement that includes gains on many of the top priorities members identified in bargaining surveys, including wage increases, longevity, more hours, training, access to vacation & holiday time, stronger non-discrimination protection, improved worksite transfer policy, improved grievance procedure, and more. Highlights of the agreement include:
>>Wage Increases
• Wage increase of $1 on base wages,
• 4% one-time bonus paid by August 31, 2015
• 1% increase on base wages as of 1st paycheck in December, 2015
>>Longevity increased for most years of service and we added 30 and 35 years
>> A committee made up of union members and representatives from Lynwood Unified to discuss cross training opportunities and vacation cash out
>> Increase in perfect attendance incentive to $500 and an additional floating holiday, and if you miss 1 day $250
>>Uniforms: District to provide boots for all employees required to wear them at work.
>>Guarantees District reimbursement for use of personal vehicles to perform work assignments.
>> Establishes seniority rotation for overtime assignments.
Click here for the language of the agreement in English.
Click here for the language of the agreement in Spanish.
 “I know that my vote with make a difference for me and my family financially. I’m glad to support my fellow co-workers in this great contract.”Michael Whitfield Custodian Marshall |
 “I’m glad to see that as employees we are moving towards job improvements through opening discussion around cross training as well as better job security with this new contract.”Leaveter Hardin Satellite Kitchen Operator Abott Elementary School |
 “Being an active steward for over 25 years, I clearly understand the importance of member engagement. Utilizing discussions within the proper channels with regards to our contract, our rights, and the by-laws has proven instrumental in bringing our members to where we are present day.”Estelle Woods Custodian Firebaugh High School |
 “Even taking baby steps will move us forward. When we stand still, we get nowhere. That’s why I say, ‘Stay positive. Stay focused. And let’s continue to forge ahead!'”Michael Evans Locker Room Attendent Firebaugh High School |
