Butler Negotiation Site
Together, we can create a respectful and collaborative environment that recognizes the outstanding contributions of our diverse team members and facilitates exceptional patient care.
- Shannon Sullivan
WIH President, COO and proud 22-year employee of WIH and Care New England
A Fair Contract for Butler Team Members
This site is an informational resource providing the latest information, updates, and schedules as Butler Hospital negotiates with SEIU1199 toward a fair contract that recognizes the outstanding contributions of our team members and enables exceptional patient care.
Recent News
Separating Fact from Fiction On The Most Recent Proposals
As the deadline for reaching an agreement and avoiding a strike gets closer, we want to address some important facts and clear up any confusion about the most recent proposals put forward by both sides.
Next Steps for the Butler Community
While we are committed to reaching an agreement with a strike only one week away, we will now prepare to ensure continuity of our care for our patients.
An Important Message To The Butler Community
As many of you are aware, Butler’s negotiations with SEIU 1199 NE have continued this week with assistance from a mediator at the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service (FMCS). The hospital has continued to bargain in good faith, with the continued goal of reaching an agreement that acknowledges the important work of our dedicated team members while ensuring the hospital’s financial stability in a political and economic environment that will make things very difficult over the coming years.
Announcements
Separating Fact from Fiction On The Most Recent Proposals
As the deadline for reaching an agreement and avoiding a strike gets closer, we want to address some important facts and clear up any confusion about the most recent proposals put forward by both sides.
Next Steps for the Butler Community
While we are committed to reaching an agreement with a strike only one week away, we will now prepare to ensure continuity of our care for our patients.
An Important Message To The Butler Community
As many of you are aware, Butler’s negotiations with SEIU 1199 NE have continued this week with assistance from a mediator at the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service (FMCS). The hospital has continued to bargain in good faith, with the continued goal of reaching an agreement that acknowledges the important work of our dedicated team members while ensuring the hospital’s financial stability in a political and economic environment that will make things very difficult over the coming years.
You Ask, We Answer
There are four Butler contracts with SEIU 1199 which include Professional/RN, Clerical, Mental Health Workers/Technical, and Housekeeping/Dietary. All four contracts expire on March 31, 2025.
Negotiations will begin in February 2025, with specific dates to soon be finalized.
Go ahead and ask. We’ll answer right here.
