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Hundreds of Portland city workers set to strike Monday
OregonLive.com • • nation
Key Points:
- Approximately 800 Portland municipal workers represented by the City of Portland Professional Workers Union are set to strike next Monday due to stalled contract negotiations.
- The union demands better pay, equitable wage increases, and job stability, citing their consistent service through crises including the COVID-19 pandemic and financial challenges.
- The city has offered about $9 million in wage and benefit increases through 2027, while the union seeks approximately $19.8 million, though there is disagreement over the accuracy of these figures.
- Current salaries for union members range from $62,000 to $173,000 annually, according to city data.
- City officials emphasize their commitment to a fair agreement that balances employee contributions with financial realities and taxpayer responsibilities.
