ATT Southeast Bargaining Report #80

October 27, 2009

The Common Interest Table met yesterday 10/26/2009.

The Company provided answers to our questions.  The answers fell far short of our expectations and did not justify the Company's recent Healthcare & Wage proposals.

The Union team met today to discuss the Company's answers and decide what steps must be taken to reach agreement.

The Union team will continue to meet to discuss a strategy that will bring the bargaining to an acceptable conclusion.

Much thanks to all Locals in the District who have sent and continue to send words of encouragement, gift baskets and other treats to the team and to those locals who have provided meals (fish fry, barbecue, Honey Baked Ham).