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Chisago County Strike Ends: Nearly 170 Workers Return
31 Aug
Summary
- Nearly 170 Chisago County employees returned to work after a strike.
- The strike concluded with a three-year contract including a 20.5% wage increase.
- Health insurance was a major point of contention during the prolonged negotiations.
Nearly 170 Chisago County employees have returned to their jobs after a prolonged strike that lasted several months. The Chisago County board approved tentative agreements for all Teamsters Local 320 units, allowing employees to resume work.
The union celebrated the resolution, noting the strike's distinction as Minnesota's second-longest and the longest county strike in state history. The new three-year contract addresses crucial issues that fueled the nearly 120-day work stoppage.
Key among the negotiated terms are the implementation of Teamsters health insurance, with agreed-upon employer contributions, and a substantial 20.5% wage increase spread across the three years. Health insurance had been a significant point of contention throughout the negotiations, leading to breakdowns at various stages.
