CWA-AT&T MOBILITY BARGAINING REPORT # 1

Bargaining began today in Denver in hopes to negotiate a new collective bargaining agreement on or before the expiration date of February 9, 2013.

After the Company, the Union presented our opening statement. The Company proposed changes to Article 7-Grievance Procedure; and, Article 21-Absence and the Short Term Disability Plan. Included in their proposal on Article 21-Absence, was a total elimination of pay for sick time.

The Union presented proposals regarding Article 2-Recognition; the elimination of Article 6-Management Rights; Article 13-Work Assignments; and a new Letter of Agreement regarding Domestic Violence.

Bargaining has recessed for the day in order for both sides to review the proposals.

Bargaining resumes tomorrow, Wednesday, January 23, 2013, at 10am.

STAY INFORMED. BE PREPARED. EXPECT THE BEST

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