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IAM Union leaders and members representing four locals in Oregon and Washington recently convened at the District W24 office to prepare for upcoming contract negotiations with Weyerhaeuser. This strategic gathering focused on training bargaining committees and fostering collaboration among representatives to ensure they are equipped to secure fair wages and benefits for the next four years.
The Negotiating Committee emphasized the importance of early preparation and unity, specifically learning from the past negotiating experiences, including their strike in 2022, improving communication with their membership, and growing our strength for this year’s contract bargaining.
The diverse group, covering 13 contracts, includes log truck drivers, mill operators, maintenance workers, and logging equipment operators who are dedicated to achieving an equitable agreement that supports both current employees and future generations of woodworkers.
By coordinating with strategic resource experts and local leadership, the bargaining committee intends to present a professional, well-informed front when formal discussions with the company begin the first week of March.
