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Council delays ladder‑truck purchase after union raises labor‑relations concerns with Sutphen
Summary
Council referred back to committee a $2.5 million ladder-truck purchase from Sutphen Corporation after testimony from Teamsters Local 284 alleging unfair labor practices and no recent bargaining; Sutphen representatives promised to relay council concerns.
Columbus City Council voted to refer a proposed purchase of a 100‑foot mid‑mount aerial ladder truck—priced at $2,515,613—back to committee after union representatives said ongoing labor disputes at the supplier could interrupt production or delivery.
Teamsters Local 284 President Mark Vandeck told council the supplier (identified in the meeting as Sutphen Corporation) has failed to bargain in good faith, violated National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) orders and settlement terms, and could face renewed NLRB action that might lead to an…
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