Today is the one-year anniversary of The Guild of Pacific Northwest Employees! Exactly one year ago today we were certified as the exclusive bargaining representative of Bellingham Local 1937. We have been busy this past year. We have shared experiences and advice with many public employee groups. We’ve bargained our first contract and helped our … Read more

Bellingham Local 1937 has a contract!

These are exciting times! Contract voting starts tomorrow and will stretch over two days to accommodate everyone’s shifts. Social distancing! Mask wearing is required from when you exit your vehicle to when you return to your vehicle.  The contract proposal has been emailed to everyone – make sure you are checking your whole inbox (not … Read more

On Friday evening, Oct 2, the Guild of Pacific Northwest Employees reached a tentative agreement with the City. We now have a contract proposal ready for consideration by our Bellingham Local 1937 members. Watch your email and Union boards for voting logistics. If you have not yet signed your membership card, please contact us at … Read more

Please click the link below to see a copy of the petition that was filed with PERC today. PERC Petition