In a historic vote on June 2, EMS workers in Hays County won union recognition.
. Within the past few years, however, population growth and rising patient numbers left workers stretched thin, and stressors introduced by the COVID-19 pandemic resulted in burnout and rising turnover.
"We went public with our union on March 20… we made ourselves visible and made our case in person during a Board of Directors meeting on March 27," Maia said. "We were hoping for voluntary recognition that day." Workers would face challenges in the months to come. "[There were] rampant rumors of layoffs if the union won… and fear-mongering about strikes from local elected officials," the CWA said in a recentAttendees of the open house were able to take a look inside a STAR Flight helicopter, meet the flight crews and learn hands-only CPR.
"We were hoping that getting recognized wouldn't take so much uphill work," Maia said. "But regardless, we're glad to have official recognition now, and we're excited to work with our management and our board of directors."
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