CAPE Contract Action Center

Shortsighted Cuts Hurt Everyone

CAPE Members Have a Plan: Common-Sense Solutions for a Strong Contract

Show Your Unity: Stand Together for a Strong Contract

Negotiations are underway for a strong new CAPE contract, and now—more than ever—we need to stand together and show our strength.

Fringe Benefits Contract Update: Feb 19, 2025

While our 2025 CAPE Bargaining Team is working hard to secure a strong new contract for our wages and working conditions, the Coalition of County Unions (CCU)—which includes CAPE and 14 other Count

NEW Virtual Backgrounds - CAPE Contract 2025!

As our CAPE Bargaining Team meets with County management, we want to show a strong display of unity. We’re only as strong as the members in the workplace. Virtual backgrounds to Zoom and Teams are an easy way to show support for our CAPE Bargaining Team and to show union pride.

Below are five NEW  virtual background screens to help you show your CAPE Pride and a set of easy-to-follow instructions for how to use them.

The Time Has Come: Contract Bargaining Begins!

The time has come and we’re ready to kick off contract negotiations!

Starting mid-December, our bargaining team will meet with the County to advocate for the priorities set by CAPE members in our bargaining survey.

Our initial sessions will focus primarily on introductions, setting ground rules, scheduling discussions around salary inequities, and presenting our initial proposals. This is just the beginning of our journey to secure a strong contract to secure good raises, improved telework protections, and career advancement opportunities.

Building Our Future: Setting the Stage for a Strong New CAPE Contract

Our 2024-2025 CAPE Bargaining Team is ready to head into negotiations, representing every CAPE member and building on the hard-won progress we’ve achieved. With the rising costs of living and the evolving demands of our jobs, our Bargaining Team is committed to advocating for meaningful improvements in wages, telework policies, and workplace safety.

 Congratulations to the newly appointed members of our 2024-2025 CAPE Contract Bargaining Team!

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What Do You Want In Our Next CAPE Contract?

We’re gearing up to start negotiations for our new long-term contract, and we want to hear from you. Your voice is crucial in making sure our priorities are reflected in our new contract. Let’s make our voices heard and shape our future together!

What’s Next?

2024-2025 Contract Campaign Dates