2024 Reopener: PTHC MOU Tentative Agreement
After 10 months of bargaining, the Federation and the District have reached tentative agreement on an MOU that will extend and improve the existing part-time healthcare program. Negotiations regarding compensation are still ongoing. In an effort to implement this program as soon as possible so PT faculty can benefit from it, we are holding a ratification vote this week (Monday, October 21st – Sunday, October 27th) so that the Board of Trustees can ratify the agreement in their November meeting.
The full text of the agreement can be viewed here.
The Federation recommends a “yes” vote in support of ratification of the proposed MOU.
Key Differences Between Current PTHC MOU and PTHC MOU Proposed for Ratification
| Current PTHC MOU | New PTHC MOU (pending ratification) | |
| Budget | Up to $300k per semester | $300k per semester |
| Term | Through fall 2025 semester | Through September 2027 or until augmented, whichever comes first |
| Eligibility | 40% load at ECC | 40% load across any/all CA community colleges |
| Benefit | Up to $3,300/semester in medical premium reimbursement or $75 | Up to $7,500/semester in medical premium reimbursement or $75 + share of unspent funding |
| Unspent Funds | Unspent allocated funds return to the District | Unspent allocated funds are distributed among PT faculty who did not receive reimbursement |