Victory for Pinellas County Schools Workers: Referendum Pay Ratified by 99.6% Vote
The power of union solidarity was on full display this week as Pinellas County Schools support staff overwhelmingly voted to ratify the Referendum Pay Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with 99.6% voting YES.
Final Vote Count:
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✅ Yes: 533
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❌ No: 2
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️ Provisional Ballots: 14
This ratification is a major step forward in ensuring that the vital work of education support employees is recognized and compensated fairly. The agreement guarantees hourly wage increases based on each employee’s primary position, reflecting the critical role workers play in keeping our schools running.
What Does This Mean for Workers?
Starting July 1, 2025, eligible employees will see the referendum-funded wage increase reflected in their regular paychecks. The increase is based on the number of hours worked and the employee’s primary classification. The agreement ensures transparency and fairness in how funds from the voter-approved referendum are distributed, and the amount will be adjusted annually based on actual revenue collected.
This Win Belongs to All of Us
From cafeteria workers and bus drivers to paraprofessionals and custodians, this contract win is the result of thousands of conversations, organizing meetings, and strong turnout at voting sites across the district.
It shows what’s possible when union members stick together and demand better — and it’s a reminder to all workers of the power of their voice and their vote.
SEIU Referendum MOU, PCS HR and FPSU signed
In Solidarity,
Ryan Rilea, Senior Organizer
Contacts
Representatives
- Ryan Rilea, Sr. Organizer | 407.693.2067 | ryan.rilea@seiufpsu.org
- Chaize harrell
Chapter Leaders
- Brian Wilson
Chapter Chair, PCS - Rebecca “Becky” Dean
Vice Chair, PCS - Richard “Mac” MacDonald
Chapter Secretary, PCS - Talmadge Andrews
Chief Steward
Executive Board Member, SEIU-FPSU
Stewards
- Rebecca “Becky” Dean – Executive Board Member, SEIU-FPSU
- Richard “Mac” MacDonald – Executive Board Member, SEIU-FPSU
- Brian Wilson
- Tia Blunt
Contracts & Agreements (2021-2025 CBA)
- SEIU-FPSU Summary of Changes
- SEIU-PCSB Memorandum of Understanding 1.11.22
- SEIU-PCSB Memorandum of Understanding 9.29.21
- SEIU-PCSB Tentative Agreement 2021–2024
- SEIU-PCSB Tentative Agreement 2024–2027
Member Resources
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St. Petersburg, FL 33710
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