In a ratification vote held July 7, bargaining unit members approved the proposed contract between Syracuse University and the Service Employees International Union (SEIU Local 200United).
SEIU is the largest union at SU, representing more than 800 Physical Plant, University Library and Food Services staff members.
As part of the negotiation process that began in early May, University and SEIU representatives shared proposals on wage increases, and subcontracting, the issue SEIU identified as being of highest importance.
Under the new contract, SEIU employees will receive wage increases equal to the pro-forma increment for non-exempt University employees, for each of the next three fiscal years. The first wage increase will be retroactive to July 1, 2010. In addition, new wording pertaining to subcontracting non-construction trades bargaining unit jobs is added in the new contract.
“We’re pleased to have reached a fair and equitable agreement with our SEIU employees,” says SU Chancellor and President Nancy Cantor. “This is a result of the constructive dialogue and discussion that took place between the two negotiating teams during the past two months along with the good faith efforts of SEIU leadership. We look forward to building on this positive momentum with SEIU in the months and years ahead. ”
“Job security was our members’ highest priority this contract and we worked hard to achieve this landmark agreement,” says Scott Phillipson, executive director of SEIU Local 200United. “We applaud the Chancellor and the University for working diligently to arrive at the agreed upon process, which is transparent and gives workers a voice.”
Earlier this year, at the Adirondack Bank Center in Utica, New York, Alpha North Esports and Entertainment hosted the “Battle of the Colleges” esports tournament. Syracuse University’s Rocket League team competed in the tournament and had reached the third-place match….
Dear Students: Since the flu clinic opened on campus, we have administered approximately 7,250 flu shots to students, faculty and staff. Thank you again for promptly scheduling appointments to get your required flu shot! Recognizing the growing interest from students,…
Dear Students: We have just over a month to go until residential instruction concludes. To ensure we can remain on campus until that time, it’s on all of us to remain vigilant and committed to good health practices. We cannot…
On Oct. 6, the University’s Public Health Team identified an emerging cluster of positive COVID-19 cases on campus. Testing revealed more than 60 new cases over the next four days. After consulting with the Onondaga County Health Department, the University…
Dear Colleagues: As communicated in our message on Oct. 1, all members of our community are expected to get an influenza vaccine. While the University is offering a vaccination clinic to all students, faculty and staff, we know many of…
If you need help with your subscription, contact sunews@syr.edu.
