Sam Caron
On January 28, 2009 we filed a grievance with the employer over their interpretation of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) as it relates to our contract and the payment of overtime to employees in non-exempt positions. In agreement with the employer we have moved directly to the second step and a hearing on this matter is scheduled for Friday March 20, 2009. We are hopeful that can be resolved without arbitration.
On January 7, 2009 a member was discharged by the employer. The member is grieving this discharge and the employer has upheld its decision through the first two steps. A vote by the membership for arbitration was held on Monday March 16, 2009. The results were 25 for and 5 against proceeding to arbitration on this matter.