The Union has continued to offer to share the premium increase with the Company 50/50, which would amount to a 80/20% premium cost sharing, but the Company rejected the offer. The Company has stated that they can afford the increases, however, they are unwilling to do so.

Throughout the process of negotiations, the Company has engaged in Unfair Labor Practices, including but not limited to threatening employees with retaliation, intimidation, and undermining the Union. The Union has filed Board charges with the National Labor Relations Board regarding these unlawful acts.

The strike is scheduled to begin at 5:00 a.m. on Monday, Oct. 5 unless the Union hears back from the Company that it is willing to continue to negotiate. 

IMPORTANT UPDATE STRIKE DEADLINE EXTENDED

The parties will be meeting along with the federal mediator for further discussions and the strike deadline has been extended until the parties have concluded discussions.