STRIKE OVER: Parker administration, union workers

Philadelphia’s city workers strike has officially ended after a new agreement was reached between Mayor Cherelle Parker’s administration and District Council 33, representing 9,000 municipal employees. The strike, which began on July 5, 2024, disrupted essential services like trash collection and street cleaning. The newly signed four-year contract includes a 16% wage increase, a $4,000 signing bonus, and no increase in health benefit contributions, while also enhancing workplace safety and job security. Mayor Parker hailed the deal as a key milestone in her administration, emphasizing the importance of city workers and uninterrupted services. Watch this recap for all the details on how this labor dispute was resolved and what it means for Philadelphia’s future. #PhiladelphiaStrike #UnionDeal #CityWorkers #LaborNews #CherelleParker