by OPEIU Local 8 | Jun 5, 2026 | Local 8 Updates, Seattle Housing Authority
Artificial intelligence (AI) tools are becoming increasingly common in workplaces and we understand that SHA wants to implement a policy that would allow employees to use certain AI tools in the course of your work. We also recognize that employees may have different...
by OPEIU Local 8 | Jun 5, 2026 | Disability Rights Washington, Local 8 Updates
Management responded to our health-related leave proposal, and our Bargaining Team needs your input to determine our response. Plus, other bargaining proposal information. Please join us on next Tuesday from 12 – 1 PM for this important discussion. Your feedback...
by OPEIU Local 8 | May 22, 2026 | Local 8 Updates, Sea Mar Community Health Centers
Do you want to observe negotiations for our next contract? Now you can! First, you must attend a 15-30 minute Observer Training. We have three virtual sessions that you can join: Saturday, May 23, at 10 AM Monday, May 25, at 12 PM Tuesday, May 26, at 6:30 PM Click...
by OPEIU Local 8 | May 22, 2026 | Local 8 Journal
This year’s Race, Equity, & Social Justice (RESJ) Solidarity Summit will be held in Tacoma on June 6. The theme is: ‘Rooted in Justice, Blooming in Solidarity.’ This event is not only the perfect way to get involved with your union but also a...
by OPEIU Local 8 | May 18, 2026 | Local 8 Journal
Registration is now open, and you’re invited! Use this year’s East Regional Meeting as an opportunity to learn about your union, meet other members, discuss issues, and build solidarity. The meeting will be held in Moses Lake. Solidarity is our strength....
by OPEIU Local 8 | May 18, 2026 | Local 8 Updates, Sea Mar Community Health Centers
Negotiations for our next contract have continued. Although progress has been made in some areas, red flags appeared in others. We have serious concerns about Sea Mar Management’s position on important workplace standards. To raise our concern and show them we’re...
by OPEIU Local 8 | May 15, 2026 | Local 8 Journal
Hi OPEIU 8 Shop Stewards, Thank you all for building strong unions at your workplace. Our union’s power comes from the actions you and your coworkers take every day to hold the line for better working conditions. Next week’s committee meeting (Tuesday, May...
by OPEIU Local 8 | May 15, 2026 | Local 8 Updates, Low Income Housing Institute
On Wednesday this week, our Union Bargaining Team met with LIHI management and gave them our initial contract proposals. Our proposal focused on wage increases that promote retention and recruitment of qualified staff. The proposed increases would help workers keep up...
by OPEIU Local 8 | May 15, 2026 | Local 8 Updates, Washington State Ferries
It’s contract time again! We are preparing now to begin negotiations soon. We are eager to start this process with you and to hear what hasn’t been working well or needs to be added/improved. NEXT STEPS: Survey membership and elect a bargaining team...
by OPEIU Local 8 | May 14, 2026 | Local 8 Updates, Tacoma Housing Authority
Our Team has met with management two more times on April 28 and May 12. We continue bargaining with your priorities in mind: increased wages, better flexibilityin scheduling, and additional time off. Pay is on the table All employees in the unit...
