Union Membership and Dues FAQ

Who is covered by this contract?

• All regular full-time and regular part-time employees, including Assistant Department Managers, Store Chef, and Leads, employed by New Seasons at the Arbor Lodge, Concordia, Cedar Hills, Grant Park, Hawthorne, Sellwood, Seven Corners, Slabtown, University Park and Williams locations.

• Specific exclusions are listed in the recognition clause of the tentative agreement, and listed at the end of this document

How do I become a member of NSLU-UE Local 1010? 

• To become a current member of the Union, you must sign a membership card and pay monthly membership dues. The easiest way to do this is to fill out a digital membership/dues authorization form. You must be a member to participate in the ratification vote. 

• If you were previously a member, to become a current member, you must sign a new digital membership card. 

I am currently paying dues to NSLU-UE Local 1010 voluntarily–do I need to continue paying those dues? 

• We will stop collecting voluntary dues in the near future and institute dues collection as agreed upon in the tentative agreement.

What are union dues?

• Dues fund a strong union that can win better wages, benefits, and working conditions. Union dues go directly to NSLU-UE Local 1010 to fund the training, support, materials, staff and other resources we need to maintain an independent, democratic, rank-and-file union.

How much are union dues for NSLU-UE Local 1010?

• Union dues will be at least 1.44% of each paycheck. Any change to dues amounts will be approved democratically by membership. Our union bylaws set the specific amount for dues and the UE Constitution outlines a minimum dues rate of 1.44%.

Do I have to pay dues?

•  If you are covered by our contract, you can either become a member of NSLU-UE Local 1010 and pay dues or, if you choose not to become a member, pay a fee equivalent to dues to the Union. Non-members can sign up to pay monthly fees through payroll deduction here. 

• Importantly, becoming a member of the union gives you the right to vote in union elections, run for union officer and steward positions, vote at our All-Store Membership Meetings and participate in the decision-making and democracy of our union. Only union members are eligible to vote.

How can I pay my dues? 

• The most convenient way to pay dues is by signing up for payroll deduction using the digital membership/dues authorization form. By filling out this form, your dues will automatically be deducted from your paycheck and forwarded to the Union. 

• If you would prefer not to use this convenient method of automatic payment, you may pay your dues directly to NSLU-UE Local 1010 on a monthly basis. 

When will dues start being collected?

• We will begin collecting dues shortly after the contract is ratified. We will send out an email informing you of dues collection prior to the first dues collection.

I have questions about union membership dues. How can I get answers?

• You can send us an email at newseasonslaborunion@gmail.com 

Who is excluded from the bargaining unit?

• All Managers, Assistant Store Managers, managerial employees, Security Leads, and guards and supervisors as defined by the Act