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Union members press Richmond council for contract talks and hazard pay; residents object to seizure of Riggers Loft venue
Summary
SEIU and other union representatives urged the council to advance contract negotiations, including hazard and longevity pay; separate public commenters objected to the city's action against Riggers Loft Wine Company and asked for repayment plans and reconsideration.
Multiple public speakers at the Oct. 21 meeting pressed the Richmond City Council on labor contract negotiations and related local business disputes.
Kevin Tisdale, chapter president of SEIU Richmond, said bargaining unit members have been without a contract “112, 13 days” and urged the council to close negotiations, seek hazard pay,…
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