"Telluride Professional Ski Patrol members have authorized a strike starting December 27, driven by unresolved disputes over wages that threaten to erode staffing levels and compromise mountain operations, according to an Instagram post shared last night. Negotiators leave the door open for last-minute progress, yet resort officials hold firm on an offer the union has dismissed. Negotiations have dragged on for months. The union unanimously authorized a strike in November, following the expiration of the previous contract on August 31."
"Patrollers contend that the current scale fuels high turnover, hindering efforts to hire and retain experts in critical areas such as avalanche mitigation and emergency care. The union casts this as a bid to secure the patrol's future, linking competitive pay to reliable coverage and smoother guest experiences on the slopes. Seasoned staff, they note, handle everything from terrain assessments to rapid injury interventions, roles that demand ongoing commitment."
Negotiations between Telluride Professional Ski Patrol and resort officials have stalled over wage proposals, prompting a union decision to authorize a strike beginning December 27. The prior contract expired August 31, and members voted overwhelmingly to reject the resort's offer. Union calculations show a $112,000 first-year shortfall, narrowing to $65,000 across three years, and members propose phased raises and revised pay tiers to distribute costs. Patrollers warn that current pay scales drive turnover and impede retention of specialists in avalanche mitigation and emergency care. Resort officials warn of guest cancellations and loss of seasonal employees if a work stoppage occurs.
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