Title
An Ordinance approving the 2025 Labor Agreement by and between the City of Lee's Summit, Missouri and the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers Local 778 and authorizing the City Manager to execute the same by and on behalf of the City.
(Note: First read by Council on June 10, 2025. Passed by unanimous vote.)
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Issue/Request:
An Ordinance approving the 2025 Labor Agreement by and between the City of Lee's Summit, Missouri and the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers Local 778 and authorizing the City Manager to execute the same by and on behalf of the City.
Key Issues:
City staff recently concluded collective bargaining negotiations with the Executive Board of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers Local 778 (IAM). Negotiations were conducted after receiving guidance and direction provided by the Mayor and City Council.
The proposed agreement continues to provide "step plans" for IAM positions as was the case in the prior agreement. Pay ranges for the represented positions have increased from the previous agreement, and the number of steps reduced in an effort to be more competitive in the market. The proposed agreement continues to incorporate additional levels or classification within certain positions to allow for additional promotion opportunities once certain skills and certifications are attained.
Two new positions will be created in the Public Works Department and become part of the bargaining unit. The positions are Operations Foreman and Fleet Maintenance Technician.
The proposed agreement is a four year agreement that would expire on June 30, 2029.
If approved, a budget amendment to implement the new agreement will be prepared and brought forward through the Finance and Budget Committee and City Council accordingly.
Proposed City Council Motion:
An Ordinance approving the 2025 Labor Agreement by and between the City of Lee's Summit, Missouri and the Int...
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