The parties reached a tentative agreement on Tuesday, May 5, 2009.
Following are some of the highlights:
1. Substantial wage increases retroactive to November 1, 2008.
2. Improved 401(k) match
8.3% retroactive to January 1, 1, 2009
9.3% as of January 1, 2011
3. Double time for mandatory overtime
4. Second day off mandatory overtime paid at double time and one-half
5. New technology language for current and future work protection
6. Improved retiree insurance language
7. Voluntary bid release
8. Dues check off bi-monthly
9. 4 year duration to be amendable October 31, 2012
A copy of the entire package will be provided to each member once printing is completed by the
company.
A ratification schedule is currently being developed and will be announced once completed.
Your Negotiating Committee recommends ratification. Voting will be conducted in accordance
with District #142 Bylaws.
Fraternally yours,
Tom Higginbotham Dora Cervantes
PRESIDENT-DIRECTING GRAND LODGE
GENERAL CHAIRMAN REPRESENTATIVE
Ann Pantuso-Liu Otha “Mac” McSwain Debbie Aven
GENERAL CHAIRPERSONS
TH/slb
cc: R. Roach, Jr.
S. Pantoja
T. Brickner
District 142 Executive Board
