Since January, the union has been in ongoing contract talks with Powell’s, asking for higher wages and affordable health care.
PORTLAND, Ore. — Powell’s Books and the union representing its workers have agreed to a four-year contract after nearly ten months of bargaining. They had been in contract negotiations since January.
The union representing Powell’s workers, the International Longshore and Warehouse Union Local 5 (ILWU5 Local 5), announced the results last week. The workers overwhelmingly voted in favor of the new contract, which includes wage increases, increased access to holiday pay, a more accessible healthcare plan, expediated promotions for entry-level positions and protection during layoffs.
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