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When is the Strike Sanction meeting?
The All-Member 'Stop Work' mass meeting and strike sanction vote will be on Wednesday, July 16 at Key Arena in Seattle. Gates open at 8:30 a.m. Meeting begins at 10 a.m. Bring green eligibility card for admittance. This is one time every three years to get together to discuss our contract with members. "Just Say No - Get Up and Go".

Do we get excused from work to attend Strike Sanction meeting?
Members on first and second shift are excused on leave without pay to attend this meeting so long as they work a portion of their shift. It is imperative that on this excused absence, you show up for this meeting and stay for the event. The Company may require proof of attendance to allow such an excuse. Boeing has indicated they will not approve any time off for third shift employees. We disagree with this position.

Will we get paid for attending the Strike Sanction meeting?
No - this is the one day every three years that all members take time off and "Just Say No - Get Up and Go" to show their commitment by leaving the workplace. The solidarity sends a message to the Company that we are serious about getting a good contract. First shift can make an especially big impact if an entire shop walks out together in solidarity.

What do we put on our ETS?
As noted above, first and second shift employees are asked to work a portion of their shift. The remainder of their shift will be charged to Leave Without Pay (LWOP)

Will the LWOP count against my unused sick leave payout?
No. Boeing has noted that LWOP on July 16th will not be counted against anyone who is eligible for an unused sick leave payout.

Can members bring family to the Strike Sanction Meeting?
Yes, because there is a solidarity event immediately following the strike sanction. Members can either bring their family to the meeting or meet them at the Seattle Center following the strike sanction meeting, which will last about one hour.

How do I get tickets to the solidarity events? Who can use them?
As members leave Key Arena, they will exchange their ballot for tickets, which provides free entrance for themselves and their family to the Seattle Center Fun Forest, Pacific Science Center, and Experience Music Project/ Science Fiction Museum. Members then present their ticket, which will admit them and their family members, to any or all of the different events. Tickets for solidarity events are only good for July 16th.

Will buses be provided as transportation to the meeting?
If shops want to organize a bus, the Union will help schedule a bus. The cost to order a bus will be $10 for each rider. You must have 47 riders to get the $10 per person price.

Where can I park?
There are many parking lots around Key Arena/Seattle Center for this meeting since large public events are regularly held at the Center. Carpooling is advised. Public transportation buses are another option.

What about arrangements for people with disabilities?
Hearing Impaired - An interpreter will be available on the floor at the bottom of section 115. Section 114 will be reserved for wheelchairs.

How do I get a ballot?
Exchange the green eligibility card you received in the mail for a ballot. If you forget the card, get a good standing card at the ticket windows on the East Side of Key Arena. On the west side, go into Key Arena and good standing cards are available at booths to the right just inside the door. Dues must be paid through May to be eligible to vote.

What will be on the ballot and who counts them?
You will vote either YES or NO to grant the Negotiating Committee Strike Sanction Authority. Members who volunteer count the ballots immediately after the meeting.

Why do we have a second vote on September 3rd to reaffirm strike sanction?
When you vote on July 16th, you have not seen the proposal. Once members see the final offer, members have the opportunity to change their minds. The initial strike sanction meeting on July 16 is a show of solidarity and support to the negotiators. It is also required by the IAM Constitution to start the process of preparing strike checks in the event a work stoppage occurs. A strong showing at the strike sanction meeting sends a message to the Company that you are serious and you deserve a fair and equitable contract. A re-affirmation vote is your commitment to withhold your labor in solidarity if the offer is unacceptable.

Does a yes vote mean a strike can be called?
No. The only way a strike can be called is if a majority of members vote to reject the Company's final offer on September 3rd AND on a separate ballot at least 66 2/3 % vote to go on strike.

Is a high strike sanction vote an indication a strike is likely to occur?
NO. A high strike sanction vote on July 16th indicates the membership is solid behind Union leadership. It's Our Time This Time so do your part, support your negotiators and attend July 16th. This is the one thing you can do to obtain a good contract.

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