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Pre-negotiation Survey: 2026

As we prepare for upcoming negotiations, your thoughts and concerns are vital to our Local Union. We’re asking members to complete a short pre-negotiation survey to share what matters most to them at work. Your feedback will help guide our priorities and strengthen our position at the bargaining table.

The survey is annoymous, and every response counts. Whether you’re a long-time member or new to the Local, your voice matters. Please take a few minutes to complete the survey and help shape the next round of bargaining.

In solidarity,
Brant Palko
Wages and Cost of Living
1.Overall, how satisfied are you with your current wage?
2.If you are not satisfied with your current wage, what would you consider a fair wage increase?
3.Do you feel your current wage is below, about right, or above the industry standard for the work you do?
Benefits and Health Spending
4.Overall, how satisfied are you with your current health and benefit coverage?
5.Are there areas where out-of-pocket costs are a concern for you or your family?
6.How important is it to you to prioritize improvements to benefits such as the Health or Personal Spending Account alongside wage increases?
Hours of Work, Time off, and Mental Health
7.How satisfied are you with your current time-off provisions (vacation, personal days, family leave)?
8.Which of the following would you most like your Local union to prioritize? (Select up to two)
Job Security and Contract Duration
9.How secure do you feel in your current job?
10.What contract length would you prefer?
Health & Safety
11.Do you feel safe at work most of the time?
12.Are there any safety issues or equipment improvements you think should be raised, even if they are not contract-related?
13.Is your mental health recognized as important by management?
Respect, Fair Treatment, and Workplace Culture
14.Do you feel you are treated with respect at work?
15.If issues such as harassment, discrimination, or unfair treatment arise, do you feel they are handled fairly?
Union Communication and Member Engagement
16.How informed do you feel about bargaining and union activities?
17.What is the best way for the union to communicate with you during negotiations?
18.Please share any concerns, comments or ideas that you believe would be helpful for Leadership to understand.
19.Would you be interested in becoming more involved in union activities in the future?