Published Winter 2010
Washington Public Employees Association Member Magazine
This years CBC Oktoberfest was a huge hit, with strong attendance, an ideal venue, attractive decorations and excellent food. CBC President Rich Cummins opened the event with gracious comments about positive labor relations, which were echoed by WPEA Staff Rep Dave Schiel and President Greg Parker. Participants were invited to decorate pumpkins in small groups, and the entries were remarkably creative.
A note of levity was provided by the renowned bodybuilders Hans and Franz (Dave and Greg), who made a special guest appearance. Hans and Franz invited classified employees to Get pumped up wit ze union! and displayed their bulging biceps and chiseled abs. The pair praised CBC for strengthening the community and called upon union members to flex their political muscle by attending Lobby Day on behalf of community college funding. The appearance culminated in a flex-fest, in which President Rich Cummins good-humoredly participated.
Especially during these times of budgetary pressure and uncertainty, WPEA continues to value its positive and collaborative relationship with CBC.