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Classified union president urges board to act after health-plan premium increase

Benicia Unified School District Board of Trustees · October 17, 2025
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Summary

Cindy Crane, president of CSCA Local 1096, told the board classified employees face a $98 monthly Kaiser premium increase and urged the board to authorize bargaining toward a proposal that would retain members. She said many members are lowest-paid district employees and are struggling with cost-of-living increases.

Cindy Crane, who identified herself as president of CSCA Local 1096, addressed the board during public comment and said she represents classified employees including student supervisors, custodial and maintenance staff, campus supervisors, childcare…

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