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        September 2024 MEC Meeting Recap

        September 20, 2024 13:00

        Master Executive Council (MEC)

        • Our AFA Alaska Master Executive Council (MEC) met this week on Monday, September 16, and Tuesday, September 17, to conduct their ongoing work to represent our Flight Attendants.
        • The MEC also met with executive management and a group of union leaders from other company workgroups to receive updates and discuss concerns affecting employees company-wide.
        • The next Regular MEC Meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, October 8, and Wednesday, October 9.

        Our AFA Alaska Master Executive Council (MEC) held its regular meeting for September 2024 on Monday, September 16, and Tuesday, September 17. These meetings, required under the AFA Constitution & Bylaws, provide an important opportunity for the MEC to discuss and address issues and concerns affecting our Union and Members at the airline level. Your directly elected LEC President (or their designee) attends these meetings as your representative and votes on your behalf when decisions need to be made.

        During the meeting, the MEC received updates from the MEC Officers, LEC Presidents, and Grievance Committee. Additionally, the MEC reviewed written reports submitted by other AFA MEC Committee Chairpersons detailing their current work and activities.

        Meeting with Management

        This month, our MEC met with company executive management and Union leaders from other union-represented workgroups within the company. These meetings typically occur once every quarter to receive management updates and discuss issues and concerns faced by all employees. Management provided updates during the meeting on the current financial state of the company and the industry, expected aircraft deliveries, and the upcoming merger with Hawaiian Airlines.

        Alaska Airlines/Hawaiian Airlines Merger

        Our Master Executive Council (MEC) discussed the final regulatory approval and subsequent financial transaction closing in the merger between Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines. Since AFA also represents Hawaiian Airlines Flight Attendants, these milestones mark the beginning of the process of merging AFA Master Executive Councils (MECs) for the two airlines. According to Section X of the AFA Constitution & Bylaws, within 30 days of the merger’s financial closing, the AFA International President will convene a joint session of the MECs of both airlines to outline the process of merging them into a single MEC. More information about the merger of the Alaska and Hawaiian MECs will be shared as it becomes available.

        Additionally, the MEC scheduled time to conduct interviews for the AFA Alaska members of the Seniority Merger Integration Committee and Joint Negotiating Committee (JNC) during the November Regular MEC Meeting. These committees, which will be made up of both Alaska and Hawaiian Flight Attendants, will be responsible for providing representation in key areas of the merger process. More information about these roles, including the interview schedule and how to express interest in serving, can be found by clicking here.

        Questions?

        If you have any questions about this month’s Regular MEC Meeting, please get in touch with your LEC President.

        Filed Under: AFA News Now, Master Executive Council (MEC) Tagged With: MEC Meeting

        August 2024 MEC Meeting Recap

        August 16, 2024 13:00

        Master Executive Council (MEC)

        • The August 2024 Regular MEC Meeting was scheduled to take place this week on Tuesday, August 13, and Wednesday, August 14. 
        • The meeting was extended by an additional day to allow the MEC to discuss the path forward with negotiations following the TA ratification vote results.
        • The next Regular MEC Meeting is scheduled for Monday, September 16, and Tuesday, September 17.

        Our AFA Alaska Master Executive Council (MEC) held its regular meeting for August 2024 on Tuesday, August 13, and Wednesday, August 14. These meetings, required under the AFA Constitution & Bylaws, provide an important opportunity for the MEC to discuss and address issues and concerns affecting our Union and Members at the airline level. Your directly elected LEC President (or their designee) attends these meetings as your representative and votes on your behalf when decisions need to be made.

        During the meeting, the MEC received updates from the MEC Officers and LEC Presidents. Additionally, the MEC received committee reports from the Grievance, Benefits, and Retirement Committees and reviewed written reports submitted by other AFA MEC Committee Chairpersons detailing their current work and activities.

        TA Ratification Vote Results

        Our MEC was joined by our Negotiating Committee and various AFA Representatives who support the Negotiating Committee in anticipation of the close of the TA ratification vote on Wednesday, August 14, and the announcement of the results. As previously communicated, the TA was not ratified, with 32% voting for the agreement and 68% voting against it. This decision came with 92.4% of eligible voters participating. We appreciate everyone who took the time to vote and have their voice heard through the democratic process!

        Next Steps With Negotiations

        The MEC Meeting was extended an additional day into Thursday to allow the MEC to have an initial discussion about the path forward with contract negotiations. The first step will involve surveying Members to understand our collective priorities for the negotiations ahead. The survey results will be crucial in shaping the opening proposal and determining the Negotiating Committee’s focus at the bargaining table.

        In addition to the survey, our MEC and Negotiating Committee will be working diligently in the upcoming weeks to solidify a strategic plan as we gear up for the next phase of negotiations and resume mediation. Further details about the survey, process, and timeline will be shared through AFA Alaska email and social media channels and posted on the negotiations website when they become available.

        Questions?

        If you have any questions about this month’s Regular MEC Meeting, please get in touch with your LEC President.

        Filed Under: AFA News Now, Master Executive Council (MEC) Tagged With: MEC Meeting

        June 2024 MEC Meeting Recap

        June 20, 2024 09:00

        Master Executive Council (MEC)

        • Our AFA Alaska Master Executive Council (MEC) met this week on Monday, June 17, and Tuesday, June 18, to conduct their ongoing work to represent our Flight Attendants.
        • The MEC was supposed to meet with executive management and union leaders from other company workgroups but chose to skip the meeting in support of our Negotiating Committee.
        • The next Regular MEC Meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, July 9, and Wednesday, July 10.

        Our AFA Alaska Master Executive Council (MEC) held its regular meeting for June 2024 on Monday, June 17, and Tuesday, June 18. These meetings, required under the AFA Constitution & Bylaws, provide an important opportunity for the MEC to discuss and address issues and concerns affecting our Union and Members at the airline level. Your directly elected LEC President (or their designee) attends these meetings as your representative and votes on your behalf when decisions need to be made.

        During the meeting, the MEC received updates from the MEC Officers, LEC Presidents, and Grievance Committee. Additionally, the MEC reviewed written reports submitted by other AFA MEC Committee Chairpersons detailing their current work and activities.

        Meeting with Management

        This month, our MEC was supposed to meet with company executive management and Union leaders from the other union-represented workgroups within the company. These meetings generally occur once every quarter to receive management updates and discuss issues and concerns faced by all employees. However, since we are entering another summer without a tentative agreement and in solidarity with our Negotiating Committee, the MEC decided to send a strong message by skipping the meeting.

        Our absence spoke volumes: We won’t wait any longer for the contract we deserve. We stand firmly with our Negotiating Committee in their efforts to negotiate a deal that works for all Alaska Flight Attendants. If management doesn’t step up, we’re prepared to take the necessary actions under the Railway Labor Act.

        Worldwide Flight Attendant Day of Action Debrief

        Our MEC reviewed and discussed last week’s Worldwide Flight Attendant Day of Action informational picketing events. Alaska Flight Attendants from all six bases (including the SNA and ONT co-terminals) and several other airports nationwide participated in the events. These picketing events, along with our other awareness-building efforts and the strong support from Flight Attendants across the industry, are helping to bring more public attention to our collective contract fights. You can read more about the Worldwide Flight Attendant Day of Action by clicking here.

        MEC EAP/Professional Standards Committee Vice Chairperson Interviews

        During the meeting, our MEC interviewed candidates for the MEC Employee Assistance Program (EAP) / Professional Standards Committee Vice Chairperson position that was previously posted in April. The MEC EAP/Professional Standards Committee Vice Chairperson works in collaboration with the MEC EAP/Professional Standards Committee Chairperson to assist Members, their families, and partners with personal and work-related issues that may impact their health and well-being. Our MEC would like to thank all the candidates who applied and interviewed for the position.

        After thorough consideration, Rex Hampton has been appointed to the position by the voting members of the MEC (LEC Presidents). Rex’s term will begin immediately and end on December 31, 2025.

        System Board of Adjustment Interviews

        Our MEC spent part of the meeting interviewing candidates for the System Board of Adjustment position that was previously posted in April. Members of the System Board of Adjustment are responsible for arbitrating any disputes or grievances that may arise under the terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between Alaska Airlines and its Flight Attendants. Our MEC would like to thank all the candidates who expressed a willingness to serve and interviewed for the positions.

        After extensive discussion and thorough consideration, the voting members of the MEC (LEC Presidents) have re-appointed Sandra Morrow to the position. Sandra’s term of appointment will begin on July 1, 2024, and conclude on June 30, 2026.

        Questions?

        If you have any questions about this month’s Regular MEC Meeting, please get in touch with your LEC President.

        Filed Under: AFA News Now, Master Executive Council (MEC) Tagged With: MEC Meeting

        Upcoming 2024 AFA Board of Directors Meeting

        May 15, 2024 17:00

        Master Executive Council (MEC)

        • Members of our Master Executive Council (MEC) and other AFA Representatives will attend the AFA Board of Directors (BOD) meeting next week.
        • Your LEC President will represent you at the BOD Meeting, voting on approval of the AFA International budget and proposed amendments to the AFA Constitution & Bylaws on your behalf.
        • If you have any questions about the BOD Meeting or any submitted agenda items, please contact your LEC President.

        Next week, our Master Executive Council (MEC) Officers, Local Executive Council (LEC) Presidents, and several additional LEC Officers and Committee Chairpersons will be attending the 51st Annual AFA Board of Directors (BOD) meeting in Atlanta, Georgia. They will come together with representatives from the other airlines that make up AFA to conduct our Union’s business at the international level.

        Schedule of Events

        Sunday, May 19          Executive Board Meeting (MEC President from each airline)
        Monday, May 20         Board of Directors Meeting
        Tuesday, May 21        Board of Directors Meeting continues
        Wednesday, May 22   Board of Directors Meeting continuesRegular MEC Meeting

        BOD Meeting Agenda Items

        Your LEC President represents you and other members of your Local Council on the BOD. They will be casting votes on your behalf during the BOD meeting. While our MEC Officers serve in an ex-officio capacity on the BOD, they do not have voting privileges.

        In total, 16 advance agenda items were submitted for consideration by the Board at the meeting. In the weeks leading up to the BOD meeting, each Local Council held a meeting to discuss these agenda items and allow your LEC President to gather feedback from Members. You can find a list of these agenda items, along with their complete language, on the AFA BOD Meeting website.

        Learn More About The BOD Meeting

        If you’re curious to know more about the BOD meeting and what happens there, you can find an interactive module with more information on the AFA Online Learning Academy. This module is an excellent resource that will give you valuable insights into the important role of the BOD meeting in conducting business and making decisions at the international level of our Union. Whether you want to learn more about how our Union works or are looking to get more involved, this module is the perfect opportunity to explore our constitutional process and expand your knowledge.

        Click here to access the “What is the AFA Board of Directors?” module >

        Note: If it’s your first time using the AFA Online Learning Academy, you’ll need to register for a free account to access the module.

        Questions?

        If you have any questions or thoughts about the BOD meeting or any of the submitted agenda items, please contact your LEC President.

        Filed Under: AFA News Now, Master Executive Council (MEC) Tagged With: AFA International, Board of Directors (BOD)

        Alaska & Hawaiian MECs Meeting – April 26, 2024

        May 1, 2024 13:00

        Master Executive Council (MEC)

        • On April 26, our AFA International President convened a virtual meeting with the Alaska and Hawaiian Master Executive Councils (MECs).
        • The group met to review progress on the demands set by the MECs’ previous unanimously adopted resolution. While there has been progress, the first demand — an industry-leading AFA Alaska contract — has not been met.
        • The group passed a resolution extending the deadline for determining our support, opposition, or neutrality to the merger. The Alaska and Hawaiian MECs will reconvene the week of May 20th to evaluate conditions and review management’s action/inaction to review our position.

        On April 26, 2024, our International President convened a virtual meeting with the Alaska and Hawaiian Master Executive Councils (MEC). This includes the directly elected Local Council Presidents and MEC officers at each airline. Our AFA professionals from Legal, Collective Bargaining, Government Affairs, and Communications were in attendance to support the elected Flight Attendant representatives.

        The group met to review progress on the demands set by the MECs’ previous unanimously adopted resolution. While there has been progress, the first demand — an industry-leading AFA Alaska contract — has not been met. The group passed a resolution extending the deadline for determining our support, opposition, or neutrality to the merger. Read the full resolution.

        The Alaska and Hawaiian MECs will reconvene the week of May 20th to evaluate conditions and review management’s action/inaction to review our position.

        Filed Under: AFA News Now, AS/HA Merger, Master Executive Council (MEC) Tagged With: AS/HA Merger

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