Master Collective Bargaining Agreement
A union master collective bargaining agreement (MCBA) is a legally binding contract negotiated between a labor union and an employer, which outlines the terms and conditions of employment for workers represented by the union. It is a comprehensive agreement covering various employment-related issues, including wages, benefits, working hours, workplace conditions, grievance procedures, etc.
The MCBA is typically negotiated through a process known as collective bargaining, where representatives from the union and the employer engage in negotiations to reach a mutually acceptable agreement. This process involves discussions, proposals, and sometimes even mediation or arbitration if an impasse is reached.
Once an MCBA is finalized and ratified by both parties, it becomes the governing document for the employer's relationship with the union and its members. It provides a framework for ensuring workers' fairness and protection while establishing clear guidelines for employers to follow.
Membership Exclusive!
Only members are extended the privilege to participate in the union's negotiating process, which includes having a say in the union's proposal for content, voting on the union's proposals for content, and serving as a union observer for any negotiations.
Negotiations Update and Summary Timeline of Events
Start of negotiations in 2022 through March 2023
2022 - March 2023
Ratification of first package of 14 articles.
Ratification Package 1 slide presentation- 14 Articles - click here -
November 29, 2023 (Local 3631)
A special election was held for Local 3631 members to consider a proposal to consider whether the local's president should vote for the ratification of 12 articles having tentative agreement between the union and management.
These articles were scheduled for a motion before the council's presidents to consider their ratification during a special meeting convened by the Council 238 President and Executive Vice-President/Chief negotiator. This meeting will be held the following day, November 30, 2023.
Polling of the local membership attendees unanimously approved the motion to move forward with supporting the Local President's vote for the 12 articles' ratification.
November 30, 2023 (Council 238)
During the Council 238 special meeting, all attending local presidents, including that for Local 3631, unanimously approved a motion to ratify the 12 articles.
Ratification Package 2 slide presentation - 14 Articles - click here -
Wednesday, April 17 (Local 3631)
The Local 3631 general body meeting was devoted to the Council 238's presentation of a slide show on the third and final package of 12 articles proposed for ratification.
Thursday April 25 (Council 238)
Council 238 will conduct several Town Hall events to provide an overview and to address questions about the third package of articles.
Ratification Package 3 slide presentation - 12 Articles - click here -
Monday May 1 (Local 3631)
A special meeting of "members only" will be convened to provide discussion and bring to motion to floor to propose the ratification of the Council's third package of articles.
Wednesday May 16 (Council 238)
A meeting of the Council's affiliate presidents or their representatives will vote on a motion to move forward with the ratification of the Council's package of 12 articles.
The full content of the Master Collective Bargaining Agreement (MCBA) that at this time has yet to be enacted can be found at the Council 238's website's 2024 CBA updates page.