ASEA Business Agents and ASEA Stewards are organizing Worksite meetings. Some of these are in person, some are hybrid, and some are still virtual. However the meeting takes place, we are all excited to connect. Here is a short summary of general items that have been coming up at these meetings, including advice, resources, and other useful information.
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- Performance Evaluations – Article 18
Changes were made to Article 18 during our latest contract negotiations. Under the new contract, step increases are dependent on successful performance evaluations. With the new changes being implemented by the State as it relates to their evaluation process, should you encounter concerns or delays, please be sure to contact your ASEA Business Agent right away so that we can help expedite issues you may be experiencing.
- Notice of Pay Problems – Article 27.01, Item 1 under C. Pay Shortages
Several members have voiced concerns and issues with pay issues. If you are experiencing a payment issue, follow these two steps ASAP:
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Notify your employer immediately using the NOPP form within 15 days
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Notify your Business Agent, Steward, or ASEA Headquarters at the same time. The employer must respond within 15 days
Check out your new 2022-2025 contract, ratified by the membership. Save a link to this page as a favorite or bookmark for easy referencing.
See also: pdf Support Statement with Summary of Gains & Losses SOA GGU 2022-2025 CBA (385 KB)
- Returning to a defined benefit - Tier V?
In the last legislative session (the 32nd Legislature), the possibility of giving all members in the PERS/TRS system an option to return to a defined contribution (pension) almost became a reality. Members have been advocating for a return to defined contributions ever since they were removed in 2006. If you are a Tier IV employee and interested in this effort, read our latest update and stay tuned for ways to get involved/engaged.