here's a proposal
have the neg cmtee seek in the next contract a "commuter election."
pilots can elect to work under the in-base or commuting option.
then adjust pay rates to reflect the desired work rules, reserve rules, and commuter flight options. cost it all out.
if some pilots want to commute and have their "improvements", they can accept the cost.
if others want to live in base and don't need "improvements", they can opt for the in-base rates.

i can see the steam coming from the heads of the commuters looking for a better deal for themselves already
let it fly, boys