Rochester

The hotel workers union, UNITE HERE Local 21 of Rochester MN, are once again having problems with the owner of the Holiday Inn Express. “We have been in contract negotiations with hotel owner Mike Bhatka for several months and he seems intent on cutting wages for housekeepers by more than $3.00 per hour”

said, Union President Brian Brandt. Mr. Bhatka is also proposing to take away all health coverage and pension benefits leaving workers on the State or County dole.

Rochester, MN- -UAW Local 2125 supporters rallied outside Crenlo, Inc. plant in Rochester on January 13. UAW members are negotiating with management for a new contract. Union members are fighting for a fair contract after many months of rejected offers. Members are voting on their contract this Thursday, January 21. Stay tuned for updates.