MINNEAPOLIS — Minneapolis park workers voted to approve a new contract Thursday after a historic 22-day strike .
LIUNA Local 363 announced Thursday that the new contract secured “better wages and improved contract language.”
The contract includes a 10.25% cost of living adjustment over three years as well as a $1.75 an hour market adjustment. By 2026, workers’ wages will increase by $5.42 an hour — or over $11,000 a year — on average, according to the union.
The union says the new contract also nearly doubled guaranteed permanent positions, retained union rights for all seasonal workers and expanded contract rights around sick and bereavement leave.
“Our members’ courage and resilience is truly inspiring and I’m proud to stand beside them. Their sacrifice and solidarity carried this fight,” said AJ Lange, Business Manager of LIUNA Local 363.
The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board says it plans to approve the contract at its Aug. 7 board meeting.