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November 8, 2025
Seattle Public Schools IUOE Local 302 Members,
As you know, the current Union dues structure (which remains unchanged from the previous Local 609 dues structure) is a flat monthly rate set according to your job classification. Unfortunately, an inequitable feature of the current system is that some of the lowest paid workers pay more in Union dues (expressed as a percentage of their wages) than the highest paid workers. Put another way, those who can least afford it pay the highest percentage, while some of those who make the most pay the least percentage. It is time to change this inequitable dues structure.
The decision has been made to, over a period of time, bring the dues structure into conformity with Local 302, which is 1.75% of gross wages. This structure is more equitable because those who make less pay less, while those who make more pay more.
The dues structure change will take place starting in your December 2025 paycheck. Dues will be converted to 1.15% of gross wages. Annually thereafter, in your October paycheck, dues will be increased by two tenths of one percent (.2%), up to a maximum of 1.75%, ending in 2028.
Minimum dues, also known as “non-working dues”, remain $18.25 per month as is consistent with current practice. For culinary and security members who do not select “summer deferral”, the District will deduct both working dues of 1.75% and non-working dues of $18.25 during the months of May and June. The $18.25 will be applied to July and August when you are not receiving a paycheck to keep you current with your dues thus avoiding the need for you to self-pay.
Remember, your Union dues directly empower your Union to represent you and your co-workers. The more resources your Union has, the more power and influence you and your co-workers have. Negotiating contracts, representing you and your co-workers day in and day out, costs real money. Everyone in the bargaining unit benefits from a strong, well-resourced Union.
Tip: Use the Google Translate feature in the top right-hand corner of this webpage to view this letter in multiple languages. You can also find the letter translated into common languages spoken in the SPS District attached here.
If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact me directly. I can be reached via my cell phone at 253-219-9770 or via email at sfilippi@iuoe302.org.
In Solidarity,
Shelly Filippi
Field Representative
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