EAA UNION
Officer Elections
In order to properly conduct business in the Engineers & Architects Association (EAA), members serve in all elective offices. In accordance with the EAA Constitution and By-Laws, an election will be held for Governors and Unit Council Members.
Voting will open at 9:00 AM on October 23, 2026 and close at 12:00 PM on November 9, 2026. To be eligible to vote, members must be dues-paying members in good standing or have submitted a Membership Signup Form by 12:00 PM on September 29, 2026. This year's nomination period opens on September 23, 2026 at 9:00 AM and closes on October 14, 2026 at 5:00 PM.
RUN FOR EAA OFFICE
GOVERNOR SEATS AVAILABLE
A Governor is responsible for the governance of the EAA’s business, fiscal affairs, and for determining policy. A Governor is required to attend regular and special Board of Governors (BOG) meetings. It is recommended that anyone applying for Governor be an experienced EAA member, who has served a minimum of two (2) years as a Unit Council Member or Steward. Unit Governors are the governing leaders of their Bargaining Unit (MOU) and Chairperson of their Unit Council. They are responsible for the Unit functions and are the liaison between the Unit, the BOG and Staff.
SEAT | SEATS AVAILABLE | TERM LENGTH | TERM EXPIRATION | SEATS EXPIRING |
|---|---|---|---|---|
MOU 19 | 1 Seat | 3 year term | Expires 2029 | Betty Barberena |
At-Large | 1 Seat | 3 year term | Expires 2029 | Tiffany Hall |
UNIT COUNCIL SEATS AVAILABLE
Each Unit Council represents its respective Bargaining Unit (MOU). It is recommended that anyone applying for Unit Council has experience as a Union Steward or Committee member. Unit Council Members are the liaison between Unit members, the Unit Governor and Staff regarding issues affecting the Unit, as well as receiving and preparing proposals for MOU negotiations. Unit Council Members may also participate in collective bargaining sessions.
SEAT | SEATS AVAILABLE | TERM LENGTH | TERM EXPIRATION | SEATS EXPIRING |
|---|---|---|---|---|
MOU 19 | 2 Seat | 3 year term | Expires 2029 | James Cassley, One (1) vacant seat |
MOU 20 | 4 Seats | 3 year term | Expires 2029 | Four (4) vacant seats |
MOU 21 | 3 Seats | 3 year term | Expires 2029 | Alex Linz, Two (2) vacant seats |
Beyond serving as an Officer, there are a number of other ways to get more involved in and influence the union:
BECOME A STEWARD
EAA Stewards are voluntary Union leaders at each worksite, who can assist with grievances, communicate Union messages, and organize new members. If interested in becoming a Steward at your worksite, download and complete a Stewards Nomination Form or contact EAA’s Stewards Coordinator, Steven Siguenza for more information.
JOIN A COMMITTEE
Committee members are appointed by the Board President and fulfill various function. There are several committees with vacancies, listed here. If interested in serving on one of these Committees, contact the Board President.