STRATFORD: Perth County Council today ratified a three year deal with its Paramedics represented by CUPE Local 4514. Perth County Paramedics ratified the agreement on Aug 6th 2010. Negotiations were completed on July 14 2010 with the assistance of a board appointed conciliator.
Highlights of the agreement
Wage increases of:
1.25% effective January 1, 2010 and July 1, 2010
1.25% effective January 1, 2011 and July 1, 2011
1.25% effective January 1, 2012 and July 1, 2012
Other:
Inclusion of Part Time paramedics safety boot reimbursement provisions
One additional sick day effective 2011
Vision increased from $250 to $275 every 24 months effective January 1, 2011
Improved Chiropractic Care
Updated the flexibility of Bereavement Leave
Some operational language changes
Perth County and its Paramedics Reach a 3 Year Deal
Media Contacts:
Cliff Eggleton
Deputy Chief
Perth EMS
519-273-7382 ext 224
ceggleton@perthcounty.ca
Deb Hirdes
CUPE National Representative
204-1120 Victoria St. N Kitchener,Ont.
Phone 519-743-7781 Cell 519-275-4514
dhirdes@cupe.ca