Standing United: A Yes vote is one way to send a message to administrators, policymakers
and the community that education professionals stand together on important issues that
affect our schools and students – such as class sizes and manageable student loads, health
and safety, and a host of other issues.
A Yes vote is one way to send a powerful message that we are united.
We recertified last year and that gave us power to advocate on your behalf with the Board and
Administration. We need to do it again this year.
This election is unique from others because if you DO NOT vote, you are considered to have
voted “No.” The MEA needs 51% of ALL ELIGIBLE VOTERS to win the recertification election.
We need your vote to remain united. Please vote Yes.
Cost of Living – It’s all about attracting enough staff, and paying a good wage.
Voting Yes designates the MEA as your official bargaining representative.
That means that the MEA has official standing with the District to negotiate on “base wages” and
you have a representative voice on cost-of-living pay increases and other matters of concern.
Representation – It’s all about fairness and how you are treated.
Employees in certified bargaining units have the right to representation – also called Weingarten
rights – allowing a member being questioned by administration with the potential that this will
lead to discipline to request union representation. Weingarten rights may not exist in non-certified
locals, meaning that the employer has no obligation to grant a request for representation.
Your colleagues appreciate your support.
Show your support by voting YES to recertify the MEA.
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