A Final Note on Reclassification

We have reached the conclusion of the reclassification process for this portion of our contract. If you presented a case for reclassification, you should have received communication from PACT last Wednesday.

To reflect on the road so far: several bargaining team members stepped in to witness the many requests for promotion, correction, and/or reclassification. We saw teams come together to clearly articulate the work they care so deeply about, and we also witnessed the bravery of individuals advocating on their own behalf. At the conclusion of every presentation, CAWU bargaining team members made a point to state our approval of all 78 requests as submitted.

We then met with management multiple times to reach as much agreement as possible, knowing they would not approve every request. As a result, some members have been approved, some will be given the opportunity to participate in a job audit process, and many unfortunately received denials. While we cannot erase the frustration or disappointment felt by those who received “no” decisions, we want you to know how proud we are of the work you did to surface and articulate these issues.

One final point we want to emphasize is that this entire process brought to light how years of limited transparency and the absence of a clear promotion policy have—unsurprisingly—created widespread classification issues across departments. While we did not achieve reclassification for all 78 members, it is important to acknowledge that a significant number were approved. None of this would have been possible prior to unionization. CAWU secured this opportunity for our members, and we did not walk away empty-handed.

Whether you are satisfied with your outcome and want to pay it forward, or frustrated and determined to make this a priority for the JLMC, the answer remains the same: get involved. Chapter election nominations will take place at the next all-unit meeting. Please stay tuned for a more detailed email from the election committee outlining that process.

With that, this marks what we believe to be the final major task of the bargaining committee. It has been an honor to serve you in this capacity. Thank you for challenging us, supporting us, and trusting us throughout this work.

Sincerely,

Your CAWU Bargaining Team