Bargaining updates:

WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY

Good news! The WSU Bargaining Team on Friday (March 11) reached tentative agreement on a 2011-2013 contract. The team is putting together summary information, formatting the tentative agreement for review by WSU members and a ratification schedule. For updates, go to wfse.org > Bargaining > WSU.

THE EVERGREEN STATE COLLEGE

The TESC Bargaining Team made substantial progress March 11 and reached tentative agreement on four important articles: 17 – Suspended Operations and Inclement Weather; 35 – Layoff and Recall; 40 – Union Activities; and 8 – Overtime. Significant issues remain, including wages and vacation leave. TESC members continue their contract campaign, wearing “Fair Contract Now!” buttons and signing the petition for fair and shared sacrifice. The team returns to the table March 22.