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County and AFSCME Local 3997 approve five‑year collective bargaining agreement; reopener on wages in year four
Summary
The Board approved a five‑year collective bargaining agreement with AFSCME Local 3997 covering more than 500 county employees. The contract adds Juneteenth as a paid holiday, raises longevity and bilingual pay, adds bereavement leave, incorporates Paid Leave Oregon, and reopens wages in year four.
Deschutes County and the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) Local 3997 reached and the board approved a five‑year collective bargaining agreement covering more than 500 county employees. The contract runs July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2030 and includes multiple changes agreed by both sides.
Deputy County Administrator Eric Cropp and members of the management bargaining team summarized negotiated…
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