You’ve seen the legal notice at your school site—and now ballots are showing up in your mailbox. What’s going on?

It means the vote to recertify our union is officially happening—finally.

Here’s what you need to know:

Back in April of last year, we collected 724 white card signatures to get IRCEA on the ballot. These cards were required just to have the opportunity to vote on keeping our union.

Then… nothing.

The vote we were told would happen in December was delayed for months. In fact, it was delayed so long that we have already collected white cards all over again this year—yes, this is now an annual process.

This isn’t just bureaucracy.

It’s a tactic to slowly erode the power of those trying to represent you.

And now, with almost no warning, the state is suddenly moving fast. Ballots are arriving in mailboxes, and votes will be counted at 1PM on April 30.

This drawn-out timeline followed by a rushed election isn’t just sloppy—it’s strategic.

It’s another union-busting tactic.

They’re counting on confusion, delays, and voter fatigue to keep participation low.

They want you to miss the vote.

But we’re not falling for it. We’re ready.

What you need to do:

• Check your mailbox. Ballots are being mailed by PERC, not IRCEA.

• Vote YES for IRCEA.

• Mail your ballot immediately.

Ballots must be in-hand by April 30 at 1PM—not just postmarked.

Why your vote matters:

To stay certified, IRCEA must win a majority of the votes cast.

That means even if most votes are “yes,” low turnout could result in decertification.

Let’s not let confusion and red tape do what bad legislation couldn’t.

As soon as your ballot arrives, vote YES—and send it back immediately.

Tell your coworkers. Spread the word.

Vote early. Vote YES. Mail it now.