Kroger, worker's union agree on new contract

INDIANAPOLIS - After two previous offers were rejected, Kroger and its employees' union have agreed on a third contract attempt.




On Wednesday, the United Food and Commercial Workers Union Local 700 and Kroger agreed on a new three-year contract, with a 56% approval rate.




Offers in May and July were rejected by UFCW members, which sent Kroger back to the bargaining table.




"By sticking together in solidarity, our members were able to secure a contract that not only raises their pay, but also protects health benefits and more," said UFCW Local 700 President Tracy Bartak. "This is a huge win for all our members in Central Indiana locations."




The new contract contains the following provisions:

• Retroactive pay dating back to June 1





• Increases top pay $2.75 over the term of the agreement





• Creates a new pay bracket for Senior Utility Clerks





• Raises premium pay





• Protects quality, affordable health care for members and your families





• No increases to weekly co-premiums over the life of the agreement





• Adds full health care coverage for spouses





• Adds lifesaving coverage for transplant procedures





• Increases short-term disability pay





• Improves language for daily claiming to maximize hours

This agreement covers 8,000 members working in 68 stores across central Indiana.





via: https://fox59.com/news/kroger-workers-union-agree-on-new-contract/