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UNITED ARIZONA EMPLOYEE ASSOCIATION

Tempe, AZ · EIN 453068073 · Form 990EZ · FY2022 · NTEE J40 · Employment · Micro (<$100K) · www.uaeatempe.org
revenue
$71K
expenses
$67K
net assets
$51K
employees
mission · from form 990

Municipal Employee Organization

profile · synthesized from sources

United Arizona Employee Association (UAEA) is a nonprofit labor organization representing non-supervisory employees of the City of Tempe, Arizona. It advocates for improved wages, benefits, and working conditions, provides legal representation on employment issues, and supports members through grievance assistance and collective bargaining. The association operates democratically, governed by its members and an elected Executive Board.

named programs · 4 · from sources

what they call their work

Collective Bargaining and MOU Ratification
Negotiates and ratifies memoranda of understanding (MOUs) with city management to improve pay, benefits, and working conditions
Employment Legal Representation
Provides free legal advice and representation on employment-related issues through a contracted law firm; new members pay a $100 fee for initial access
Grievance Assistance
Supports active members throughout the entire grievance process, including drafting responses and attending investigations; 24/7 legal access provided
Member Organizing and Recruitment
Conducted by representatives to strengthen membership, promote engagement, and increase influence within the Tempe community
activities · 6 groups

what they do

  • Law Enforcement Labor Negotiations 4 activities
    • Collective Bargaining and Representation
      Negotiates and maintains a legally binding Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Tempe City Management to secure member rights, including cost-of-living adjustments, vacation time, and procedural protections during investigations. The organization serves as the exclusive representative for non-management employees, negotiating on behalf of over 700 City of Tempe employees.
    • Collective Bargaining and Representation
      Negotiates and maintains a legally binding Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Tempe City Management to secure member rights, including cost-of-living adjustments, vacation time, and procedural protections during investigations. The organization is authorized as the official representative for over 700 City of Tempe employees and makes recommendations on behalf of approximately 800 people.
    • Collective Bargaining and Representation
      Negotiates and maintains a legally binding Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Tempe City Management to secure member rights, including cost-of-living adjustments, vacation time, and procedural protections. The organization is authorized to exclusively negotiate on behalf of over 700 City of Tempe employees and makes recommendations for approximately 800 people.
    • Collective Bargaining and Representation
      Negotiates and maintains a legally binding Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Tempe City Management to secure member rights, including cost-of-living adjustments, vacation time, and procedural protections. The organization also serves as the exclusive representative for non-management employees, negotiating on behalf of over 700 City of Tempe employees.
  • Employee Wellness & Leave Support 4 activities
    • Employee Leave Bank Management
      Established the first UAEA Leave Bank by deducting 6 hours of Holiday Leave time from members' accounts on July 1st, 2025.
    • Leave Bank Management
      Established the first UAEA Leave Bank by deducting 6 hours of Holiday Leave time from members' accounts.
    • Member Benefits and Resources
      Establishes and manages a Leave Bank for members, provides access to free will preparation services, and offers educational resources on Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) rights and procedures.
    • Member Benefits and Resources
      Provides members with access to free will preparation services, offers educational resources on Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) rights and procedures, and established a Leave Bank by deducting holiday leave time from members' accounts.
  • Cultural Heritage Festivals & Celebrations 4 activities
    • Member Engagement and Community Building
      Hosts annual events such as a crafts competition and a holiday party for members and their families. The organization also holds 11 member meetings annually and runs an annual college scholarship competition for members or their children.
    • Member Engagement and Community Building
      Hosts annual events for members and their families, including a crafts competition, an annual holiday party in December, and 11 member meetings annually. The organization also runs an annual college scholarship competition each spring for members or their children, and an annual art contest.
    • Membership Engagement and Community Building
      Hosts annual events such as a crafts competition, an annual holiday party, and an annual college scholarship competition for members and their families. The organization also holds 11 member meetings annually and provides free will preparation services and educational resources on FMLA rights.
    • Membership Engagement and Events
      Hosts annual events for members and their families, including a crafts competition, an annual holiday party, and an annual college scholarship competition. The organization also holds 11 member meetings annually.
  • Union Representation Campaigns 4 activities
    • Union Certification and Representation
      Organized a grassroots petition drive to decertify affiliation with the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) and certify the United Arizona Employee Association (UAEA) as the exclusive representative for non-management employees.
    • Union Decertification and Certification
      Organized a grassroots petition drive to decertify affiliation with the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) and certify the United Arizona Employee Association (UAEA) as the exclusive representative for non-management employees.
    • Union Decertification and Representation Change
      Organized a grassroots petition drive to decertify affiliation with the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) and certify the United Arizona Employee Association (UAEA) as the exclusive representative for non-management employees.
    • Union Decertification and Representation Establishment
      Organized a grassroots petition drive to decertify affiliation with the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) and certify the United Arizona Employee Association (UAEA) as the exclusive representative for non-management employees.
  • Member Recognition Awards 1 activity
    • Employee Recognition and Support
      Recognizes employees for their contributions to the community and city services, such as funding and launching community programs, leading city departments, responding to emergencies, and serving children through library events.
  • Uncategorized 12 activities
    • Compensation and Benefits Advocacy
      Provided feedback on the Segal Market study, leading to the inclusion of additional comparable cities and Maricopa County as an employer, resulting in 11 employers being analyzed to inform compensation decisions.
    • Compensation and Benefits Advocacy
      Provided feedback on the Segal Market study, influencing the inclusion of additional comparable cities and Maricopa County as an employer, which resulted in the analysis of 11 employers for compensation benchmarking.
    • Compensation and Market Study Feedback
      Provided feedback on the Segal Market study, leading to the inclusion of additional comparable cities and Maricopa County as an employer, resulting in 11 employers being analyzed.
    • Employee Advocacy and Grievance Filing
      Provides assistance to members in disciplinary hearings or investigations, offers guidance on disciplinary responses, and files an average of 6 to 10 grievances per year for employee rights violations. The organization also addresses issues such as harassment and discrimination within city departments.
    • Employee Advocacy and Grievance Filing
      Provides assistance to members in disciplinary hearings or investigations, offers guidance on disciplinary responses, and files grievances for employee rights violations, averaging 6 to 10 grievances per year. The organization also addresses issues such as harassment and discrimination within city departments.
    • Employee Advocacy and Grievance Filing
      Provides assistance to members in disciplinary hearings or investigations, offers guidance on disciplinary responses, and files an average of 6 to 10 grievances per year for employee rights violations. The organization also addresses issues within city departments, such as harassment and discrimination in the Solid Waste department.
    • Employee Advocacy and Grievance Support
      Provides assistance to members in disciplinary hearings or investigations, offers guidance on disciplinary responses, and files grievances for employee rights violations, averaging 6 to 10 grievances per year. The organization also addresses issues such as harassment and discrimination within city departments.
    • Internal Governance and Policy Development
      Conducts biennial elections for board positions, revises its bylaws, and passes anti-discrimination policies. The organization also revised its Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) in 2024.
    • Internal Governance and Policy Development
      Conducts biennial elections for board positions, revises its bylaws, and passes policies such as an Anti-Discrimination Policy. The organization also revises its Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) and provides a membership form for paycheck deduction authorization and employee information verification.
    • Organizational Governance and Policy Development
      Conducts biennial elections for board positions, revises its bylaws, and passes policies such as an Anti-Discrimination Policy. The organization also revises its Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) and participates in conferences related to its operations.
    • Policy Development and Revision
      Revises its bylaws and Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) periodically, including passing an Anti-Discrimination Policy as an addendum to its bylaws in 2021 and revising its MOU in 2024.
    • Policy Feedback and Influence
      Provided feedback on the Segal Market study, which led to the inclusion of additional comparable cities and Maricopa County as an employer, resulting in 11 employers being analyzed.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2022
revenue
Total revenue$71K
Contributions & grants$00%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$650%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$67K
Program expenses
Admin / overhead
Fundraising
Salaries & benefits$26K
Grants paid out$0
balance sheet
Total assets$51K
Cash
Investments
Liabilities
Net assets$51K
2 years on record · 2021–2022 · YoY revenue +11.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022

who runs it

paid leadership · 12
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
Billy Vickers President 30 $5K
Leah Sergeant Vice President 15 $3K
Keith Smith Treasurer 2 $2K
Lisa Johnson Secretary 2 $2K
Sandra Jaramillo Resolution Director 8 $2K
Brittainy Nelson Rep/Membership Director 2 $2K
Natalya Ennels Rep 2 $2K
Brian Gonzales Rep 2 $2K
Joel Guy Rep 2 $2K
Bianca Gallego Communications Director 2 $1K
Rufino Uribe Rep 2 $756
Laura Truett Membership Director 2 $369
relationships · 22

who they work with

  • City of Tempe Government — Designated as the official representative of City of Tempe non-supervisory employees.
  • City of Tempe Partner — Certified UAEA as the official representative for its non-management employees and maintains mutually beneficial working relationships with the city.
  • City of Tempe Partner — Engages with department directors and the City Manager on a monthly or bimonthly basis to raise concerns.
  • City of Tempe Partner — Has a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the City of Tempe.
  • City of Tempe Partner — Represents employees of the City of Tempe in contract negotiations, disciplinary actions, and benefit selection.
  • Corey Woods Partner — Mayor of Tempe who occasionally interacts directly with members at meetings.
  • HR (City of Tempe) Partner — Meets quarterly with HR and other employee groups in the 6-Sided Partnership to discuss changes impacting city employees.
  • Kathryn Bailie Partner — Primary attorney from Napier Baillie Wilson Bacon & Tallone, P.C. who assists with drafting documents, provides guidance, and occasionally represents the organization in court.
  • Local 493 Partner — Represents fire department members in Tempe, Phoenix, and Chandler.
  • Maricopa County Partner — Proposed adding Maricopa County as a comparable employer in the JDQ study.
  • Napier Baillie Wilson Bacon & Tallone, P.C. Partner — Provides legal representation, assists with drafting documents, offers guidance on grievances and MOU negotiations, and occasionally represents the organization in court.
  • Nationwide Partner — Account representatives attend member meetings to discuss benefits.
  • Rosa Inchausti Partner — City Manager of Tempe who occasionally interacts directly with members at meetings.
  • SWANA, the Solid Waste Association of North America Partner — Andrew Harmsen represents Tempe at the Arizona Chapter of SWANA.
  • Segal Partner — Provided feedback on the Segal Market study, influencing the selection of comparable employers.
  • Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Partner — Decertified affiliation with SEIU to become the exclusive representative for non-management employees.
  • Six-sided Partnership Partner — Represents employees in interaction with the Six-sided Partnership.
  • Tempe City Management Partner — Co-signer of the UAEA Memorandum of Understanding, establishing negotiated employment terms for UAEA members.
  • Tempe HR Government — Point of contact for eligibility verification for city employees seeking union membership.
  • Tempe HR Partner — Processes membership forms for City of Tempe non-supervisory employees.
  • Tempe Officer’s Association (TOA) Partner — One of four employee associations in the City of Tempe, representing sworn police officers.
  • Tempe Supervisor’s Association (TSA) Partner — One of four employee associations in the City of Tempe, representing supervisory employees.