What were the main demands of the Philadelphia city workers' union before the strike began?

The union, AFSCME District Council 33, initially demanded a 24% wage increase over three years, which was later reduced to 15% before the strike. During the strike, the focus was on securing a 15% raise over one year.

What is the final agreement that ended the strike?

The strike ended with a tentative agreement that includes a 9% wage increase over three years, coupled with a previous one-year contract extension, resulting in a total 14% pay increase over Mayor Cherelle Parker's four-year term.

How will the city address the backlog of trash collection following the strike?

Mayor Cherelle Parker announced that the city would provide more information on addressing the trash collection backlog, but specifics were not immediately disclosed.

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Philadelphia City Workers End Strike After Reaching Agreement with City Officials

A weeklong strike by nearly 10,000 Philadelphia city workers ends after a deal is reached, restoring essential services like trash pickup.

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Nearly 10,000 blue-collar employees from District Council 33 went on strike for better pay and benefits.

The strike lasted nine days and significantly disrupted trash pickup and other city services.

Mayor Cherelle Parker announced the resolution of the strike via social media, confirming the agreement with the union.

The agreement comes after designated drop-off centers for trash overflowed due to the halted services.

District Council 33 is the largest union representing Philadelphia city workers, highlighting the importance of this agreement.

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Center-leaning sources frame the Philadelphia strike resolution as a significant labor achievement, emphasizing the union's role in advocating for workers' rights. They highlight the impact on city services, reflecting a concern for public welfare while implicitly supporting the union's demands for better pay and benefits, showcasing a pro-labor bias.

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: The union, AFSCME District Council 33, initially demanded a 24% wage increase over three years, which was later reduced to 15% before the strike. During the strike, the focus was on securing a 15% raise over one year.
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UPI
: The strike ended with a tentative agreement that includes a 9% wage increase over three years, coupled with a previous one-year contract extension, resulting in a total 14% pay increase over Mayor Cherelle Parker's four-year term.
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WHYY
: Mayor Cherelle Parker announced that the city would provide more information on addressing the trash collection backlog, but specifics were not immediately disclosed.
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UPI

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