Who are we?

• ​The Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) Local 1466 supports all union represented employees working in Washington State Parks.

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What is a union and what do we do?

• Our union helps secure better wages, benefits, and workplace protections by negotiating terms and conditions of employment through a collective bargaining agreement (CBA).

• Collective bargaining is our ability to negotiate for things as a group. It is our strength in numbers and our voices amplified because they are being heard together.

• We also work to improve and maintain safe working conditions, resolve workplace problems, and defend work/life balance.

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What does it mean to be a union member?

• ​When you join Local 1466, you are strengthening the power of your voice to affect change for yourself and your fellow Parks staff.

• Local 1466 defends worker’s rights and promotes equitable and just treatment for all parks employees.

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Say I sign up to join the union.  What does that mean? What should I expect?  Where should I start? ​

• We look to you and your needs to drive our work. We are your support system and are here to protect your workers' rights, representation, pay, benefits, and leave.

• You should expect regular email updates from WFSE and 1466 leadership. These updates keep members informed about member priorities and ways to get involved.

• A great place to start is by creating your website account and joining the All-Staff Group Forum.

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How can I get involved? ​

• Create a website account and join the All-Staff Forum!

• Attend a General Membership Meeting- see event calendar on homepage. 

• Send us a message at <parks1466wfse@gmail.com> to request a site visit from your Shop Steward, Council Rep, or Local Officer.

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How can I learn more?

• ​You can learn more by visiting our Resources Page or the WFSE Website.

 

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