I don’t know if this was worth waiting for, but here’s Alan’s response. I’m so sorry we kept you so long and I promise to be much more prompt in the future. Also feel free to contact me glennd@bongarde.com, if you want to follow up or get more info. Thanks and sorry. Glenn
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So the answer is another question.
Were the pay increments conditional on active service or just on “employment”.
If the later, then yes, the agreed upon hourly rates are binding on the employer.
Alan