We are almost to the finish line for the 2026 – 2029 WSNA Contract! Today the King County Council PASSED the proposed ordinance for the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA). Next stop is the Executive’s desk for signature. The Executive then has 10 days to sign the ordinance. 10 days after the Executive signs the ordinance it becomes law and then it drops into the payroll cycle. This means that you all will actually see your much deserved increases and benefits soon. 

Of note, King County Council Member Teresa Mosqueda went on record with strong statements recognizing the value of the KC Public Health Nurses. She expressed ‘a huge note of appreciation’ for the nurses and emphasized the critical nature of your work and your role in the community. 

 Contract Ratification & Implementation Process 

Your strength and endurance during this process have been absolutely commendable. Your efforts have led to meaningful change, built power and facilitated unity amongst the nurses. Take a look at the highlights in the related news article.  

https://www.wsna.org/news/2026/the-path-to-a-breakthrough-public-health-contract

💙 STRONGER TOGETHER! 💙

Mark your calendars for Union Steward Training. Wednesday, September 16 at 7 pm - Virtual Meeting. Come find out what being a union steward is all about. It's also a great refresher for those who've already had the training. Register to receive the meeting link.

WSNA Nurse Rep Linda Burbank at lburbank@wsna.org.