PAL-CWA Ratifies New Contract with Lawrence Public Schools

Members of the Personnel Association of Lawrence (PAL-CWA Local 6400) voted overwhelmingly two weeks ago to ratify a new contract with the school district. PAL-CWA made headlines in February during their mobilization against school closures.

The new contract includes a raise for all classified employees, including paraeducators, custodians, and other support staff. Workers have also won the ability to use “personal business” leave to cover inclement weather closings instead of going unpaid for that time. Also included in the contract is updated language and recognition of a broader scope of gender identities.

CWA Local 6400 Vice President and PAL-CWA Bargaining Chair Ashley Eicholtz said, "PAL-CWA negotiated with the school board to raise the minimum wage to the livable wage of $19.87/hour. Although the district initially offered a 46-cent raise, the union pushed back and proposed a 99-cent increase, which the school board accepted. We are optimistic about the progress and remain focused on advocating for better funding for public education."

Congratulations to all the PAL-CWA members and supporters on their momentous win!

 
The bargaining team for the PAL-CWA Workers of CWA Local 6400 won a new contract, including raises and better vacation and leave options.

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This post originally appeared on cwa-union.org.