What matters most to me is the integrity and reputation of this union. That’s why I’ve worked tirelessly to establish systems that prevent any financial misconduct under my leadership.

This decision, the largest yet for blue-collar workers in Hawaii, establishes the severity of the hazard during the pandemic emergency. It’s now the responsibility of the remaining employers to ensure our members are made whole.

Thank you for your hard work for our community and support while we fought to protect your rights. Today, we celebrate the largest Temporary Hazard Pay arbitration decision ever awarded to our membership.

Effective this September, the county will pay 100% of the premium and administrative costs for employees who enroll in the Kaiser Standard HMO or HMSA 75/25 PPO health plans for single, 2-party, or family coverage. Moreover, the county will pay 100% of the premium and administrative costs for dental coverage and vision coverage.