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Important July 16 Red Book Negotiations Update Meeting

Everyone covered by the USW’s Red Book contract is urged to make plans to attend this important membership meeting:WHEN: July 16 7:30am to 7:30pmWHERE...
Chequamegon Clinic Negotaitions Update

Chequamegon Clinic Negotiations Update #1

Chequamegon Clinic Update: Contract negotiations began this past week between United Steelworkers Local 9460 and Aspirus.  The Union Negotiating...
Red Book Negotiations Update #6

Red Book Negotiations #6

Essentia's most recent update says we haven't moved. Here are the facts from this past week of negotiations:...

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Jan. 26 Red Book Update

The Red Book union negotiating committee will be returning to the bargaining table with Essentia Health on February 6th and 7th. We also have a mediator coming in to assist in finding a path to a fair agreement. We will be sure to share your feedback and concerns.

Jan. 26 Red Book Update

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Lobby Training

RAPID RESPONSE/LEGISLATIVE COMMITTEE: The Steelworkers are holding trainings for people interested in helping with lobbying state legislatures. There is going to be a two day training from Feb. 13-14 in Madison for Wisconsin and Mar. 12-13 in St. Paul for Minnesota.

Lobby Training

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Red Book Vote THIS Friday!

This Friday (Jan. 5) is the Red Book contract vote! We'll be voting on Essentia's offer. You have to be in person to vote. You can do so either at the Duluth Hospital (6th floor conference room) or the Superior Hospital (ground floor community room) anytime from 6:30am to 7pm.

Red Book Vote THIS Friday!

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Contract Ratified at Sandstone

The workers at Pine Medical Center voted overwhelmingly to ratify the tentative agreement that the union negotiating committee had reached with Essentia Health. The new wages should appear on your paycheck starting the first full pay period after today.

Contract Ratified at Sandstone

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Jan. 5 Red Book Contract Vote

On Friday, January 5 the union is going to be holding a vote on Essentia's contract offer. The vote will take place at the new Duluth hospital. We'll be in the conference room next to the chapel on the 6th floor from 6:30am to 7pm.

Jan. 5 Red Book Contract Vote