Local Union No. 51
International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
301 E. Spruce Street, Springfield, IL 62703
217/544-8481 Fax 217/544-8490 Web Site: www.ibew51.org
FRONTIER COMMUNICATIONS
NEGOTIATIONS UPDATE
12/3/09
In the evening hours of December 2nd, 2009 IBEW Locals 21, 51, and 702 reached a tentative agreement
for our Frontier Communications members. The new contract once ratified would provide for wage increases
of 2.0% immediately, 2.5% on November 28th, 2010 and 2.0% November 27th, 2011. Additionally, a
$400.00 signing bonus would be payable upon ratification.In the near future, every Local 51 member will receive via US mail a detailed explanation of all contract
changes, a ballot with voting instructions and a list of meeting places and times to clarify any further questions
or concerns.
Rod Brandt
Business Representative