Dear members,

Yesterday, on the eve of the start of National Bargaining several unions informed the Coalition and Kaiser Permanente that they were leaving the Coalition of Kaiser Permanente Unions (CKPU). This means that these unions will not be participating in National Bargaining this year unless they decide at some point to return to the Coalition.

While we in Local 30 are saddened by their departure, we continue to prepare for and absolutely plan to complete a new National Agreement as part of the Coalition of Kaiser Permanente Unions (CKPU).

The unions that remain in the Coalition, which represent more than two thirds of the union members at KP, are committed to work together as always to reach another great agreement to the benefit of all our members. We will provide updates as promised.

We know you are hearing rumors from various sources, most of them unreliable. As always, unless the information comes from Local 30 directly, please disregard it.

In unity,

Walter Allen Jr.
Executive Director/CFO

As we begin the process of 2018 National Bargaining covering our Kaiser Permanente members, we will once again be conducting a series of ‘Town Hall’ style meetings across the service area.

We plan to discuss issues and our strategy for the upcoming negotiations, and answer any related questions.  This is a great opportunity to obtain the most current information and be up to speed on our direction. Members are invited to attend any meeting that is most convenient, the information shared will be the same at each meeting.

All members of Local 30 are encouraged to attend these meetings to obtain current information on the business of the Union.  Union officials and staff will be available to answer questions and provide reports, updates, and other information regarding Local 30.

The response to the Local 30 Shoe Drive has been unbelievable. Thanks to the generosity of so many we have made our goal of new shoes, and socks for each student at the Perkins School.