To: All Whiting Employees
The purpose of this Employee Information Bulletin (EIB) is to provide an update on negotiations. We will continue to provide EIBs, as well as updates on our website (www.Whitingnegotiations.com) where you can read our press release about this meeting.
The company and the union held their 63rd formal bargaining session on Wednesday, June 10. The company hoped the union would provide a substantive comprehensive offer, but they came forward with only two modified proposals:
| Year | Company / NOBP Proposal | Union Proposal |
| 1 | 4% | 5.5% (no change) |
| 2 | 3.5% | 4.5% (no change) |
| 3 | 3.5% | 4.5% (no change) |
| 4 | 4% | 4.5% (reduced by 1%) |
| 5 | NOBP equivalent | - |
| 6 | NOBP equivalent | - |
The parties spent approximately an hour reconciling discrepancies in the union’s last proposed offer.
We remain far apart on proposals that are critical to the refinery. The company’s proposals are focused on ensuring the refinery can continue to operate safely, reliably, and sustainably for years to come.
Finally, we discussed safety concerns with the union regarding ongoing picket line activity. As part of this discussion, we provided the union with a proposed joint public statement regarding safe conduct and safe vehicle operations near the Whiting refinery for their consideration. Our intent is that both parties communicate consistent expectations to support the safety of employees, contractors, and the communities in which we operate. The union is currently reviewing the proposal.
The company respects employees’ rights to engage in lawful picketing and other protected activities. At the same time, reports of concerns related to picket line activity misconduct will continue to be reviewed promptly and addressed as appropriate, consistent with company policy and applicable law.
We have tentatively discussed meeting early next week (week of June 15).