Physicians in San Mateo County represented by the Union of American Physicians and Dentists (UAPD) unanimously voted in favor of ratifying a new three-year contract with the County of San Mateo. The new agreement secures significant gains in wages, benefits, and working conditions—providing job security and wage predictability for the next three years.
Contract Highlights
- Substantial Wage Increases: Members will receive progressive wage increases—5% in year one, 5% in year two, and 4% in year three, with an additional 1% contingent upon the County securing full Vehicle License Fee adjustments.
- Enhanced Health Premium Contributions: Employer premium contributions for the Aetna plan will rise from 75% to 90%, making healthcare more affordable.
- Monthly Health Insurance Assistance: Each benefit-eligible employee will now receive a $59 monthly “Premium Only” contribution to their Section 125 account, reducing premium expenses.
- Cesar Chavez Holiday: Addition of Cesar Chavez Day as a paid holiday, honoring this important day.
- Additional Wellness Days: Members will now enjoy two floating wellness holidays annually.
- Bilingual Pay Boost: The biweekly bilingual differential will increase from $70 to $90, recognizing the value of bilingual skills.
- Winter Recess Secured: We guaranteed the Winter Recess for the next three years.
- Side letter for the dental department to improve time off during holidays.
Thank you to every member who participated in the bargaining process. Your efforts made these contract wins possible.
If you’re not yet a member, now is the time. Strong contracts come from strong unions—and strong unions are built by active, engaged members.