APC’s Sunshine Proposals
You may view or download the APC Sunshine Proposal here.
February 28, 2024
Via Email Only: jjelincic@calstate.edu
Mr. Joseph Jelincic
Assistant Vice Chancellor, Collective Bargaining
401 Golden Shore, 4th Floor
Long Beach, California 90802-4210
Re: APC’s Sunshine Proposals
Dear Mr. Jelincic:
In this letter you will find APC’s “sunshine proposals” as required by HEERA. Please understand these proposals were derived from those issues our bargaining unit members identified as important.
As you review this letter it is important to know the general descriptions provided are an overview of the Union’s position on each enumerated article. This list does not demonstrate any proposal’s priority or a definitive list of Articles APC may open during bargaining. Instead, these concepts should be viewed as a means of framing a process in which the Parties work collaboratively to improve the working conditions of all of APC’s bargaining unit employees.
APC hereby proposes modifications to the current collective bargaining agreement in the following areas:
Article 2, Definitions
- Define Lead Worker.
Article 13, Appointment
- Ensure the use of the appropriate classification standards.
- Provide for greater permanent employment opportunities.
- Include appropriate employee representation on hiring committees.
- Allow for qualified employees to be interviewed for open positions.
- Grant hiring preference to current employees.
- Affirm the right of employees to transfer accrued vacation when moving between campuses.
- Provide a meaningful mechanism to address classification issues.
Article 14, Probation and Permanency
- Affirm the President’s right to reduce employee probationary periods.
Article 16, Professional Development
- Provide clarity for courses for which release time is available.
- Seek equity for employees pursuing doctoral degrees.
- Provide for additional educational opportunities.
Article 17, Assignment/Reassignment
- Provide a minimum notice requirement for reassignments.
- Strengthen the Union’s jurisdictional boundaries.
- Clarify when and where employees can be reassigned.
Article 18, Evaluation
- Clarify the information to be used during the evaluation process.
Article 20 Leaves of Absence with Pay
- Enhance the definition of those considered immediate family for the administration bereavement leave.
- Increase the number of day available for parental leave.
- Address reproductive loss leave.
Article 23, Salary
- Provide for General Salary Increases in each year of the contract.
- Ensure pay equity for periods when salaries were stagnant.
- Provide for a Service Salary Step Increases for eligible bargaining unit employees.
- Provide salary increases for “Lead” workers.
- Update the duration of the various bonus programs.
- Continue the transfer of Merit Bonus monies into the Budget Shortfall Mitigation Bonus (BSM).
- Clarify the eligibility date for the Budget Shortfall Mitigation Bonus (BSM).
- Provide a meaningful mechanism to address In-Range Progression (IRP) issues and ensure a minimum percentage increase for those receiving an IRP.
Article 26, Vacation
- Increase vacation accrual rates.
- Clarify the vacation approval process.
Article 28, Hours of Work
- Clarify working hours while travelling on University business.
Article 32, Work Environment
- Require a timely response to employees who raise workplace health and safety issues.
- Ensure parking rate increases are implemented in a fair and consistent manner.
Article 34, Duration
- This proposal is designed to complement the Union’s salary proposal.
In furtherance of reaching an agreement the Union reserves the right to add or remove proposals as necessary to the Parties reach an amical resolution to the bargaining process.
Finally, we look forward to receiving the University’s proposals and to beginning what we hope will be a collegial and productive experience.
Very truly yours,
Lee O. Norris,
Labor Relations Manager
cc: APC Bargaining Team, Stefanie Gusha, Steve James
The California State University’s Initial Collective Bargaining Proposals
Between The Board of Trustees Of The California State University And
Bargaining Unit 4 Academic Professionals of California
March 2024
You may view or download the CSU Sunshine Proposal here.
Bargaining Unit 4
2024 Successor Agreement Negotiations
California State University Bargaining Proposals
ARTICLE 1 – Recognition
- Review and amend classifications as appropriate.
ARTICLE 2 – Definitions
- Update definitions to reflect any substantive changes elsewhere in the Agreement.
ARTICLE 5 – Reconsideration Procedure
- Review and amend the reconsideration procedure to increase efficiency and effectiveness.
ARTICLE 8 – Union Rights
- Review and amend current contractual provisions relating to union rights and to increase efficiency in supplying data.
ARTICLE 9 – Concerted Activities
- Clarify rights and responsibilities in the event of concerted activities.
ARTICLE 10 – Grievance Procedure
- Review and amend the grievance procedure to increase efficiency and effectiveness.
ARTICLE 11 – Personnel File
- Review and amend provisions concerning retention of documents related to reprimands.
ARTICLE 12 – Corrective and Disciplinary Action
- Review and amend current contractual provisions relating to corrective action.
ARTICLE 13 – Appointment
- Review and amend current contractual provisions in relation to the appointment of an employee.
ARTICLE 14 – Probation and Permanency
- Review and amend current contractual provisions relating to change in position.
ARTICLE 17 – Assignment/Reassignment
- Review and amend current contractual provisions relating to assignment and reassignment.
ARTICLE 19 – Sick Leave
- Clarify current contractual provisions relating to documentation of sick leave.
ARTICLE 20 – Leaves of Absence With Pay
- Review and amend current contractual provisions relating to leaves of absence with pay.
ARTICLE 21 – Non-Discrimination
- Review current language in light of operative and evolving law and any applicable recommendations from the Cozen O’Conner assessment and the California State Auditor’s report.
ARTICLE 22 – Leaves of Absence Without Pay
- Review and amend current contractual provisions relating to leaves of absence without pay.
ARTICLE 23 – Salary
- Make proposals to amend the provisions relating to salary.
ARTICLE 24 – Benefits
- Review and amend current contractual provisions relating to employee benefits.
ARTICLE 28 –Hours of Work
- Review and amend current contractual provisions relating to hours of work.
ARTICLE 32 – Work Environment
- Review and amend current contractual provisions relating to the work environment, including employee parking.
ARTICLE 33 – Layoff
- Review and amend current contractual provisions relating to layoff and re-employment procedures.
ARTICLE 34 – Duration and Implementation
- Make proposals on the duration of any successor Agreement.
APPENDICES AND SIDE LETTERS
- Review all Appendices and Side Letters, and make proposals to amend, retain, or delate as appropriate.
The University reserves the right to add, modify, or delete proposals for any/all Articles during the course of negotiations, in accordance with applicable laws.