Aloha Subscriber,

Gov. Josh Green’s administration has offered HGEA a settlement for our temporary hazard pay grievances split into two compensation tiers — $10,000 and $20,000.

According to the settlement offer on the table, the THP payout that members receive will be based on the days affected employees physically worked their regular schedule during the period of March 4, 2020 to March 25, 2022. Unlike previous arbitrations in other jurisdictions, it is not based on the severity of exposure to the hazard, but rather on total days worked.

Those who physically reported to work for 420 days or more during the emergency proclamation would be entitled to $20,000. Those who worked a hybrid schedule (physical at work and telework) and physically reported to work for less than 420 days would be eligible for compensation of $10,000. Employees on alternate work schedules (4-10, 8-12, 10-month) have a different minimum day requirement for tier 1 placement. See settlement details before casting your vote.

HGEA is NOT making a recommendation on whether you should accept or reject this settlement offer.