To all union members:
Your union has been working for you. You may (1)............... aware that we have been negotiating with management for improvements in the benefits package. Yesterday an agreement was reached on the following points:
1) All employees of the company will be (2)............... for an increase in wages every six months, following a performance review. Reasons for refusal to give a raise must be carefully documented according to union guidelines.
2) Employees (3)............... at one and a half times their usual hourly wages for overtime hours. Any time worked beyond 40 hours a week counts as overtime.
Part-time employees can now receive full health benefits. It is each employee's responsibility to complete and submit the application forms. Part-time employees are also guaranteed five days of paid vacation per year. These two benefits apply to employees who work a minimum of 20 hours per week on a permanent basis.