Chapter 313 News: A Check Or A Real Raise? | 02 05 26
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Union Announcements
Ø Response to the One Time Payment: A One-Time Check or Permanent Progress?
On February 26, the CHRO sent a message encouraging employees to accept a one-time 3% payment.
Let’s be clear. Non represented employees had no choice. Represented employees do!
If compensation is on the table, it must be bargained. That is why we opened a reopener to our recently expired contract. Our position is simple: funding should increase base salaries and pension calculations for employees on the step schedule, as promised.
A one time payment sounds generous. It is not structural…is taxed higher than base pay and not counted toward your retirement.
Why Base Salary Is Power
EXAMPLE: Starting salary: $80,000
One-Time 3% Payment
- You receive $2,400.
- Your base stays $80,000.
- Future raises are calculated on $80,000.
3% Added to Base Salary
- Your base becomes $82,400.
- Future raises are calculated on $82,400.
One time payments reset the clock. Permanent increases move the floor. This is the difference between optics and real compensation growth. We did not fight to restore the step system so it could be sidelined by temporary checks. We fought for a structure that builds year after year and strengthens your retirement. Management can offer a check. Only collective action can secure lasting gains.
Membership is leverage. Leverage wins permanent raises.
If you are benefiting from union representation but are not yet a member, ask yourself why.
Temporary payments disappear. Permanent progress compounds.
Stand with your colleagues. Join. Build power.
Ø 2026 Bargaining Survey Still Open
If you want the Bargaing Team to fight for what you want and are an active member, there is still more time to tell them what you want. Complete the 2026 Bargaining Survey.
Ø Members: Still Time to Join Lobby Day 2026
April 13 to 14 | Sacramento
CSUEU members will meet directly with state legislators to advocate for CSU employees and public higher education. These conversations matter, especially during contract years.
There is still room for members who want to participate. Just fill out this survey to apply.
Ø Member activities to participate in
o Karen Malone is leading the CO’s Contract Action Team (CAT). CAT members help organize campus support during negotiations, which is how we turn proposals into wins. Karen could use your help. All members are welcome. Interested? Use the survey to sign up.
o Consider contributing a small monthly amount to our CSUEU Political Action Committee (PAC)! The PAC helps fund our lobbyist and strengthens our voice at the State Capitol.
💡 Resources:
- Work/Labor Related Inquiries: Jason Stanton – all conversations are confidential!
- Newsletter Inquiries: Julie Maiorana
- Not a member? Join CSUEU today!
- Already a member? Consider contributing a small monthly amount to our CSUEU Political Action Committee (PAC)! The PAC helps fund our lobbyist and strengthens our voice at the State Capitol.
In solidarity and appreciation,
Julie Maiorana
CSUEU Chapter 313, Records Officer