2022 Stop & Shop Negotiations Member Update
2/24/22
Dear Member,
We are pleased to inform you that we have reached a four year tentative agreement on your contract, subject to your approval and ratification.
Thanks to your dedication, we were able to secure a contract that strengthens your benefits, puts more money in your pocket, and ensures you are rewarded for your hard work and sacrifice.
This contract will notgo into effect until you have a chance to review and vote on it. This weekend, there will be a contract ratification meeting where you will have a chance to get all the contract details, ask questions, and vote.
This is YOUR contract, and YOUR decision. Make your voice heard by attending your contract ratification vote.
2/17/22
Dear Member,
This week’s two-day negotiations between your bargaining team, made up of your local union leadership and fellow Stop & Shop members, and the Company wrapped today. Over the past two days, we exchanged multiple proposals on general wage increases.
We are intent on delivering you a contract that guarantees meaningful wage increases, robust health benefits, and strong protections. While we are making progress, we will continue to meet with the Company next week on the issue of general wage increases. We made it clear to the Company that your hard work and sacrifices during these unprecedented times must be met with a contract that reflects them.
We will meet again next week, on February 22nd, where we will continue to negotiate for the strong contact you deserve. We will continue to keep you updated after each bargaining session, and in the meantime please make sure you and your union coworkers are receiving all updates.
As always, we remain, your bargaining team
2/11/22
Dear Member,
This week’s two-day negotiations between the Company and your bargaining team, made up of your local union and fellow Stop & Shop members, wrapped today. Over the past two days, we finalized tentative agreements on certain non-economic proposals and exchanged proposals on general wage increases.
We made important gains in bargaining this week, and we remain focused on delivering you wage increases that reflect a rising cost of living, your hard work, and the sacrifices you made to serve your community during the pandemic.
We will meet next week, on February 16th and 17th, where we will receive a counterproposal from the Company on general wage increases.
We will continue to keep you updated after each bargaining session. In the meantime, please make sure you and your union coworkers are receiving all updates from the Union’s App or website.
As always, we remain, your bargaining team
Dear Member,
This week’s two-day negotiations between your bargaining team, made up of your local union leadership and fellow Stop & Shop members, and the Company wrapped today. Over the past two days, we have exchanged proposals on general wage increases, classified rates, differential pay, and health and welfare. We are reaching important agreements on certain substantive economic and Health and Welfare items, and continue to have productive bargaining sessions where movement is made.
The subcommittee assigned to address non-economics also met yesterday and reached a tentative agreement on non-economic provisions. We secured vital protections to ensure your safety and wellbeing on the job.
We also met with a representative from The Segal Group, which serves as an advisor for your New England Health and Welfare fund, to discuss the state of the fund. You were able to secure this fund during our last contract negotiations through your hard work and dedication, and we are happy to report the fund is on strong financial footing and will continue to deliver the high-quality, reliable, healthcare you deserve.
We remain as committed as ever to delivering you a contract that rewards your hard work with strong wages, benefits, and protections. We will meet next week, on February 10th and 11th, where the company will present their counter to our most recent general wage increase proposal.
We will continue to keep you updated after each bargaining session. In the meantime, please make sure you and your union coworkers are receiving all updates by via your Union’s Phone App. You can download the free app by visiting our website and scrolling down to the bottom @ ufcw919.org.
As always, we remain, your bargaining team
1/26/2021
Dear Member,
This week’s negotiations between local union leadership, fellow Stop & Shop members, and the Company wrapped today. We presented our counter economic proposals, and your fellow Stop & Shop members testified to the company about the hard work and sacrifices you have made as essential workers during these times.
The subcommittee assigned to address non economics, made up of your co-workers and union, met today on issues affecting our home delivery workers, fair grievance policies, and worker safety. While progress was made, we will continue to make your top priorities clear to the company.
We will meet again on February 2nd and 3rd, where the company is expected to present their counter to our proposals.
We will continue to keep you updated after each bargaining session. In the meantime, please make sure you and your union coworkers are receiving all updates by downloading Your Local Union’s Free Phone app from the Union’s website homepage.
As always, we remain, your bargaining team,
1.19.2022
Dear Member,
The fifth meeting between local union leadership, fellow Stop & Shop members and the Company continued today.
In today’s session, we received a complete economic proposal from the company. While we are a ways apart on general wage increases, it is still early on in the negotiations process. The subcommittee assigned to address non economics also met today and had a productive discussion and the parties were able to come to an understanding. The Locals will meet prior to next week’s session to prepare a comprehensive response to the company’s latest proposals.
We are next scheduled to meet January 26, 2022.
We will continue to keep you updated after each bargaining session. In the meantime, please make sure you and your union coworkers are receiving all updates by downloading Local 919’s Free Phone app from our website, ufcwlocal919.org.
Remember, our unity is our strength, and our strength is our unity!
As always, we remain, your bargaining team,
2022 Stop & Shop Negotiations Member Update
1.13.2022
Dear Member,
Negotiations for your 2022 contract continued today with the fourth meeting between your bargaining team – made up of your local union leadership and fellow Stop & Shop members – and the Company.
Today we gave the company our Global Economic Proposal. The Company took our proposal back and notified us that they will have a response for our next bargaining session. They will use time to cost out the Unions recent economic wage proposal. A lengthy meeting was held to discuss non-economic issues related to the contract, with both sides making movement.
We are next scheduled to meet January 19, 2022, at which time the company is expected to give us a response to our economic package.
We will continue to keep you updated after each bargaining session. In the meantime, please make sure you and your union coworkers are receiving all updates by downloaded Local 919’s phone app!
Remember, our unity is our strength, and our strength is our unity!
As always, we remain, your bargaining team,
1.6.2022
Dear member,
Negotiations for your 2022 contract continued today with the third meeting between your bargaining team – made up of your local union leadership and fellow Stop & Shop members – and the Company.
Today we continued to exchange proposals with the company, and a good discussion was held on numerous Topics, including language, health and welfare and wages.
Currently we are in preliminary discussions around economics.
We are next scheduled to meet January 13, 2022, prior to that time we will review and formulate a proper counter proposal.
We will continue to keep you updated after each bargaining session. In the meantime, please make sure you and your union coworkers are receiving all updates by downloading your Local Union’s Free Phone App @ https://ufcw919.org/sign-up-for-local-919s-new-free-phone-app-stay-informed/
As always, we remain, your bargaining team,
2022 Stop & Shop Negotiations Member Update
12.20.2021
Dear member,
Negotiations for your 2022 contract continued today with the second meeting between your bargaining team – made up of your local union leadership and fellow Stop & Shop members – and the Company.
Today we continued to exchange proposals with the company and responded to their proposals on non-economic issues and rejected most of them in whole. Both sides exchanged partial economic proposals with GWI and wage compression to be determined. An extensive discussion took place around Health and Welfare, and we proposed some benefit plan enhancements along with cost containment on premiums for you the members and your family. We are next scheduled to meet January 6, 2022, prior to that time we will review and formulate a proper counter proposal. Merry Christmas and a happy healthy New Year.
We will continue to keep you updated after each bargaining session. In the meantime, please make sure you and your union coworkers are receiving all updates by downloading your Local’s Free Phone App.
As always, we remain, your bargaining team,
Stop & Shop Negotiations Update 12/7/2021
Dear member,
Negotiations for your 2022 contract began today with the first meeting between your bargaining team – made up of your local union leadership and fellow Stop & Shop members – and the Company. We had the opportunity to exchange proposals, and to stress the issues that are important to you, the membership. We were able to secure negotiation dates through February, and are dedicated to delivering a fair, equitable, and timely contract.
We made clear that your hard work throughout the pandemic deserves to be recognized with a contract that protects your benefits, expands your wages, and ensures your health and safety as essential workers.
We have heard your concerns and are committed to finishing negotiations on time with a contract that you have earned and deserve.
We will continue to keep you updated after each bargaining session. In the meantime, please make sure you and your union coworkers are receiving all updates via our Local’s Free Phone App.
As always, we remain, your bargaining team,
12/3/2021
Dear Stop & Shop Membership!
Your Leadership and staff at Local 919 hope that you all enjoyed a safe and happy Thanksgiving Holiday! We wish to notify you that Contract Negotiations with Stop & Shop will officially commence on Tuesday, December 7th in Providence, RI.
We thank those of you that have submitted your completed contract survey either in the mail or online. There is still time for you and your co-workers to fill out your online Contract survey at Survey « UFCW 919. Your input is vital to the conversations held across the bargaining table, as well as in the creation and modification of our proposals to your Employer. We anticipate smooth negotiations and will focus our efforts on key contract language, Health & Welfare and Pension and of course, wages. As negotiations progress, we will do our best to post updates on our website to keep you informed with the facts. As always, contact your Union Office or Business Agent with any questions and/or concerns that may arise.
For the opportunity of serving you, we thank you and remain,
Sincerely and Fraternally,
Mark A. Espinosa
President