Talked to a friend today, yes this guy actually exists, and he heard this rumor about the upcoming contract negotiations.

RA wants a quick deal again (no surprise there, wall street likes things wrapped up in little bows)
He expects about the same pay increases as in C2012
He wants to revamp the sick leave policy (apparently too many people are using the 100 hours now and would explain the questions in the survey)

Talk among yourselves