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Arbitrator's Award
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On: Jul 03, 2008 (09:11:32)
You can read the arbitrator's award here:
http://www.oregon.gov/ERB/awards/IA-06-07.pdf
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Arbitration: City Won
Updated
On: Jun 26, 2008 (14:26:00)
Apparently the arbitrator bought the inability to pay argument. We'll post further details when we see the decision.
The good news is: 3.3% retroactive to July 1, 2007, another 3.5% on July 1, 2008, and an increase in medic unit ride time pay. (Scroll down to "summary of tentative agreements" for other contract changes that were agreed to prior to arbitration.)
We begin bargaining for a new contract with the City in six months.
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Arbitration Information Posted
Posted
On: Jun 11, 2008 (10:07:30)
The City and Union's post-hearing briefs have been posted under "Downloads." (The download section is toward the bottom of the "Member Resources" on the left menu.) The briefs summarize the parties' positions and also include some rebuttals of material presented in arbitration.
The Arbitrator's decision is due no later than Monday, June 23rd. We will post the award under the same section when we receive it.
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Donation request
Updated
On: Jun 11, 2008 (09:20:00)
Rachel Anderson has been crowned the 2008 Eugene Pro Rodeo Queen. Along with this position comes many responsibilities including, but not limited to, the following:
Fund Raising for various organizations, including Cancer Research;
Mentoring young people;
Traveling to various rodeos across the state of Oregon to represent our local area and to assist with local fund raising events.
In order to fulfill the many responsibilities associated with her role as Eugene Pro Rodeo Queen, it is necessary for Rachel to travel around the State. If there are Eugene Fire & EMS personnel who would be able to assist Rachel by making a monetary donation this would be very much appreciated. Any amount would be very helpful.
Also, if there are individuals who have their own businesses who are interested in making a business donation, she would be able to provide some advertising for you. Please contact Rachel if you have any questions and/or you would be able to contribute. Her cell phone number is: 953-6826.
Thank you for your consideration,
Rachel Anderson
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Medford Memorial
Posted
On: May 02, 2008 (07:55:59)
The Memorial Service for Medford Brothers Gale Gurr and John Wells was held on Wednesday. The Eugene Fire Pipes & Drums opened and closed the service. They represented the Local 851 and the department with pride. This is a large commitment from these members, if you get a chance please thank them. Thanks to Chiefs Brack and Bishop for making Engine 13 available for the trip. The local Medford News Stations broadcasted from Engine 13. The families and our Medford Brothers and Sisters were very appreciative of everyones efforts.
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Arbitration Update
Posted
On: Apr 08, 2008 (15:23:20)
Bargaining Summary
The City and Union began bargaining on February 5th, 2007, and met ten times. We declared impasse on July 26th and went to mediation on September 7th. The Union filed for arbitration on October 18, 2007. The City and Union met again on November 26th, 2007 and settled several more issues.
The arbitrator selected by the City and Union is Joe Daly, a law professor and arbitrator from Minnesota. He will be deciding on either the Union’s entire proposal or the City’s entire proposal. Oregon Labor Law does not allow an arbitrator to select different parts of each offer.
The first “Last Best” offers were exchanged when arbitration was filed. The offers were modified by both the Union and the City on March 25th. The City further modified their proposal on March 26th. The following issues are left unsettled and will be arbitrated on April 17 and 18: Station 8 swing crew pay, wages, and matching deferred compensation.
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Union’s proposal
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City’s proposal
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Wages
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July 1, 2007: 3% (retroactive)
January 1, 2008: 2% (retroactive)
July 1, 2008: 3%
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July 1, 2007: 3.3% (retroactive)
July 1, 2008: 3.5%
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Matching Deferred Compensation
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July 1, 2008: up to 1% of salary
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Not offered
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Station 8 combo crew pay
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July 1, 2008: Station 8 employees receive medic pay for entire shift
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Current contract (4 hour minimum medic pay, pay for shift after 3 activations)
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Summary of Tentative Agreements:
(these go into effect with the arbitrator’s binding award.)
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Article 1, Recognition
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Change “Lieutenant” and “Captain” to “Captain I and Captain II”
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Article 11, Hours and Overtime
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*rounding of overtime hours clarified
*asterisk overtime language deleted
*drafting procedures changed: the 20-minute page is discontinued, employee is drafted as per Appendix C, but can find someone to work.
*no transfer of gear pay for prearranged standbys that don’t use turnouts
*When the roster is automated, this article and Appendix C will be reopened to address the changes.
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Article 13, AIC
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*Medic Series employees receive FTEP pay
*Ride time pay increase to 10% for EMT I
*Ride time pay increase to 15% for EMT P
*EMT Ps receive 15% regardless of assignment to driver or tech
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Article 14, Special Teams
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Haz-Mat pay increased to 5.5% per month.
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Article 15, Uniforms
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*7 t-shirts -- two long-sleeve, five short sleeve
*City to provide jackets with liners for added
*Medic series t-shirts increased to seven (2 long, 5 short) and house uniform shirts reduced to 3 (from 5), addition of water-resistant coat and liner
*coveralls at stations – City to provide enough for those stationed there
*uniform committee rules clarified
*City to add washers and dryers to all stations and maintain/replace existing washers
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Article 16, Personal Leave
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Vacation and holiday time cannot be taken until the end of the pay period in which it’s earned
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Article 17, Health and Accident Insurance
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*co-pays on premiums (not doctor visits) increase $5 per month per employee ($20 for single, $45 for two-party, $65 for family plan.)
*HMO prescription plan minor changes to fit with ODS formulary
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Article 22, Sick Leave
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*sick leave cannot be used until the end of the pay period in which it’s earned
*40 hour non-shift employees can use sick leave for medical appointments with supervisor’s approval
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Article 23, Long Term Disability
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*increased from $5000 per month to $6500 per month
*90 day waiting period eliminated
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Article 28, Work Equipment Reimbursement
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Reimbursement for eyeglass/contacts increased to $300/month.
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Article 34, Sustenance
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*time periods for reimbursement clarified
*increased reimbursement amount ($10 for lunch, $12 for dinner)
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Article 35, Use of Alcohol and Drugs
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*When the City tests for drugs or alcohol, they must give you a statement in writing prior to the test
*If you engage in any activity to thwart the test, you may be subject to discipline.
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Article 38, Terms of Agreement - Termination
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Two year contract. New contract expires June 30, 2009. (that means we start bargaining again this January.)
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Appendix C, Overtime Callback Roster
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*The callback procedures list was simplified for all positions: Starts with those signed up, then goes to draft.
*Firefighters have preference on the sign-up list for overtime on dual-role medic units.
*Captains always paid at their regular rate for overtime, instead of Lt pay when they work a Lt spot.
*The City can hire an officer for Autzen Medic room overtime
*Medic Series employees will be offered Autzen Medic room overtime prior to drafting a suppression employee.
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Appendix D, Summary of Insurance Benefits
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*No changes to benefits or co-pays
*change to drug formulary (at which level certain prescriptions are covered) for HMO only.
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Medic Series Change
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Medic I and II are now flex positions. When EMT Ps who are hired as a Medic I demonstrate proficiency and gain the proper experience, they will be reclassed to Medic II.
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Firefighters Endorse Mayor Piercy
Updated
On: Mar 11, 2008 (14:42:00)
With the May primary fast approaching, Local 851 has made endorsements in some of our local races with more likely to come. The E-Board and PAC Committee have endorsed Mayor Kitty Piercy for re-election for her continuing support for labor and Firefighters. The Union is also supporting Andrea Ortiz and Betty Taylor for City Council. Both have have been great advocates for Fire & EMS. Rob Handy is challenging incumbent Bobby Green for County Commissioner. Rob is a strong labor supporter and would be a great voice for the working people of Lane County. The PAC Committee is meeting with additional candidates this week and will likely have a few more endorsements later in the week. We hope you will come out and help make these candidates successful.
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Fire Pac Drive
Updated
On: Feb 07, 2008 (08:52:00)
With the election season fast approaching, Local 851's Fire Pac Fund will be stretched thin. In addition to many local and state races, we will have numerous ballot measures that will negatively impact our union. Bill Sizemore and his cronies have managed to collect enough signatures to get at least two anti-union measures on the upcoming ballot. To fight these attacks costs money. If you are not contributing to Fire-Pac or don't know if you are, contact Cheryl at the Union Office. Your contribution is a complete, dollar for dollar, tax refund. Congratulations to our South Lane Firefighters for having 100% participation and thanks to Bill Parsons coordinating this effort. Again this is approximately $4.00 a pay period for a family that you get back at the end of the year. Any questions contact the office or any E-Board Member.
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