Spring 2026 FAQ
A clear, member-friendly guide to key CHI updates for Spring 2026, including salary changes, retro pay, the settlement timeline, membership, professional development, advocacy opportunities, and the new Article 11.8 ancillary pay implementation.
Updates at a Glance
Why does union membership matter right now?
Spring 2026 is an active negotiation cycle. Membership is not symbolic during negotiations—it directly affects bargaining strength, the union’s leverage at the table, and its ability to protect pay, working conditions, job stability, and representation for part-time faculty.
What salary improvements were announced?
CHI announced a new salary schedule based on 51% full-time parity, up from 44%. The new schedule became effective on February 9, 2026.
Will faculty receive retroactive pay?
Yes. Newly approved agreements include retro pay back to August 25, 2025.
- Non-instructional faculty: expected on the April 10, 2026 via paycheck *Updated to March 16, 2026
- Instructional faculty: expected on the May 16, 2026 via paycheck
Are part-time faculty paid for office hours?
Yes. CHI highlighted that part-time faculty now receive compensation for office hours, recognizing time spent supporting students outside of class.
What happened with the wage-and-hour lawsuit?
CHI reported a landmark legal victory establishing that LBCC must pay part-time faculty for all hours worked. Faculty who taught between 2019 and 2025 may be entitled to retro pay.
What is ancillary pay?
Ancillary pay compensates part-time (PT) faculty for service activities such as committee work, professional development, and other elective duties.
How much is the ancillary pay rate?
PT faculty will be compensated at $35 per hour for all approved ancillary activities.
When do ancillary hours need to be submitted?
All hours must be worked and reported no later than the end of the semester in which they occur.
Does ancillary work count toward contract or regular status?
No. Under Education Code section 87482.5(c)(1), ancillary activities do not count toward eligibility for contract or regular (tenure-track) status.
Is ancillary pay replacing anything?
Yes. Ancillary pay replaces stipend payments previously issued under Schedule 7 due to the implications of the recent lawsuit.
If I am already scheduled to work during a department meeting time, what should I do?
- Continue working your regularly assigned shift, such as teaching or counseling.
- You will be paid as usual for that assignment.
- Meetings are not mandatory for PT faculty during scheduled work time.
If I am not scheduled to work during a department meeting time, can I attend?
- Yes, you may attend the meeting if you choose.
- Be sure to sign in to document your participation for pay purposes.
Are ancillary pay procedures finalized yet?
- Not yet. Procedural guidelines are expected to be finalized.
- You will receive notification from HR or CHI on how to submit these hours.
What is being done to support ancillary pay implementation?
- HR has been meeting with Deans and will meet with AAA timekeepers to support this transition.
- CHI and the District are working collaboratively to develop FAQs and clarify processes.
When can we expect more information about ancillary pay?
HR will send directions ASAP.
Welcome to the CHI Spring 2026 FAQ page. This resource was created to help part-time faculty quickly find answers to common questions about union membership, salary updates, retro pay, the class action settlement, health care advocacy, spring engagement opportunities, and the new Article 11.8 ancillary pay process. We encourage all faculty to stay informed, stay connected, and stay involved.