Public sector VAHPA members call upon the Branch Secretary, Craig McGregor, to call a special general meeting to discuss and agree to a timeline for bargaining for the next enterprise agreement.

Members demand that VAHPA commences formal bargaining no later than November 2025, with a log of claims survey to be sent out to financial members immediately. Any proposed log of claims must have delegate endorsement prior to the commencement of bargaining.

Finally, nominations to become a VAHPA bargaining representative must be open to all members and cannot be finalized and approved without a majority endorsement from delegates.

This petition is crucial because it ensures that public sector VAHPA members have a meaningful voice in shaping their workplace conditions. By demanding an immediate timeline for bargaining, members can proactively address critical issues like wages and leave backfill. Requiring delegate endorsement of the log of claims, and opening bargaining representative nominations to all members promotes transparency, inclusivity and accountability in the negotiation process.

This approach strengthens collective decision making and ensures that the union truly represents the interests of its members.