After a long and frustrating process, with two superintendents participating, a new five year agreement was reached for Southampton CGM members.

The agreement provides annual wage increases, with healthcare increasing to the same level of other district employees. The increase however was delayed. A central issue, the district's desire to curtail the use of two personal days was resolved, with the district withdrawing the proposal. All days will continue to be at the discretion of the employee. An improved retiree healthcare contribution by the district was achieved as well. The agreement was overwhelmingly approved by the membership.

UPSEU's Randy Tillman, who headed the negotiations commended the team of Tom Gettling, Richard Hite, Otis Riddick, Charles Smith, Anthony Stevens and Polis Walker for their work throughout the negotiations.