Your UFCW Local 700 Union Negotiating Committee is continuing contract negotiations with Kroger this week, working on a new contract for workers in Central Indiana Kroger stores. After outlining bargaining goals and reviewing market share at our first meeting, the union and the company exchanged and discussed proposals today.
Negotiations are also scheduled for tomorrow, May 4, and Thursday, May 5.
We are committed to reaching an agreement that raises pay; protects affordable, quality health care benefits; and keeps members safe at work.
The contract between UFCW Local 700 and Kroger Indianapolis expires May 14, 2022.
Should you have any questions or desire further information, please contact your Union Representative.
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UFCW Local 700, Kroger Hold First Meeting for Indy Stores Contract
Your UFCW Local 700 Bargaining Committee met today with representatives from the Kroger Co., and outlined our bargaining goals. We are focused on negotiating guaranteed wage increases over the life of the contract, protecting affordable, quality health care, and securing your retirement benefits for the future. The health care coverage and retirement benefits for clerks negotiated as part of the Indianapolis Kroger contract will also apply to Kroger workers
in Ft. Wayne and South Bend.
The company gave our bargaining committee an overview of its business including market share. Our next meeting is scheduled for May 3rd.
The contract between UFCW Local 700 and Kroger Indianapolis expires on May 14, 2022. The agreement covers more than 8,000 workers in 69 stores in the Indianapolis area.
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Should you have any questions or want further information, please contact your Union Representative.
UFCW Local 700, Kroger to Begin Indianapolis Contract Negotiations on April 21
Your UFCW Local 700 Union Negotiating Committee is preparing for negotiations for a new agreement with Indianapolis Kroger. Last week, members of the Bargaining Committee attended a training presented by our union; the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service (FMCS), a government agency that often assists in contract negotiations and mediation; and took a deep dive into our health care coverage with representatives from The Segal Company, which serves as our plan professionals.
Negotiations for the Indianapolis Kroger contract are scheduled to begin on April 21. We are committed to reaching an agreement that raises pay; protects affordable, quality health care benefits; and keeps members safe at work.
The contract between UFCW Local 700 and Kroger Indianapolis expires on May 14, 2022; it covers more than 8,000 workers at 69 stores in the Indianapolis area.
Should you have any questions or desire further information, please contact your Union Representative.
Union Prepares for Upcoming Indianapolis Kroger Contract Negotiations
The contract between UFCW Local 700 and Kroger Indianapolis expires on May 14, 2022; it covers more than 8,000 workers at 69 stores in the Indianapolis area.
Your UFCW Local 700 Union Bargaining Committee will be comprised of Union leaders and representatives, a group of members working in Indianapolis Kroger stores, and UFCW International staff. We will be negotiating pay and work rules (contract language), plus health care coverage for Kroger workers in Indianapolis, Ft. Wayne, and South Bend. The agreement governing the pension for members in the Consolidated Fund was recently renewed through 2024. Meat Department members in the National Pension Fund are covered in an agreement through 2028.
Thanks to those of you who completed a contract proposal questionnaire. We received excellent feedback from members and are using the information for our contract proposals. In addition, we continue to work with our actuaries and plan professionals to refine our proposals. We are committed to reaching an agreement that raises pay; protects affordable, quality health care benefits; and keeps members safe at work.
There are no dates scheduled yet for negotiations.
Should you have any questions or want further information, please contact your Union Representative.
UFCW Local 700 Announces Union Scholarship Winners
UFCW Local 700 proudly awards $22,000 per year in scholarships to members and your dependents. Congratulations to the most recent winners!
Nicole Brown, Kroger J-973
Aaron Logsdon, Kroger J-902
Alfredo Perez, Kroger J-424
Abigail Sanchez-Contrearas, Rosa Contrearas de Sanchez, Tyson
Joel Vittori, Kroger J-895
Nadav Alkaslassy, Kroger J-998
Dheyanira Alarcon, Jose Alarcon, Tyson
Natalia Arreaza, Antonio Arreaza, ConAgra Bakery
Kirk D’Rosa, Genevieve D’Rosa, Kroger J-973
Brandon Foster, Kroger J-911
Jose Leyva, Maria Hernandez de Leyva, Maple Leaf
Sherry Miner, Kroger J-837
Lilianna Popi, Wendy Spann, Kroger J-990
Wyatt Shawuer, Kroger J-936
Alexys Shepherd, Mechelle Shepherd, Kroger J-894
Keyen Taulbee, Brandi Taulbee, Kroger J-71
Abdelmuezz Zeidan, Kroger J-928
UFCW Local 700 Leader to Serve Community as Poll Worker on Election Day
Vern Sowers
UFCW Local 700 Executive Board Member Vern Sowers is serving as a poll worker for the first time this November. A 17-year union leader and member, Vern decided to spend his time working the polls because, “This is a very important election. It’s our civic responsibility to make sure there are as many polling locations open as possible.” Vern will receive training from his local Board of Elections and encourages other union members to consider serving on Election Day.
We must keep in mind who is going to do the best for workers once they are elected. The people we elect have a huge impact on our daily lives, including what we can achieve at the bargaining table. Vern says if the officials we elect undermine our collective power and the rights of hardworking people, that we could lose many of the important things we’ve long fought for.
As Vern says, the biggest most important thing to remember is that, “If you care about the future of this country, you need to get out and vote.”
New! Member Benefit Program from 5/3 Bank
Exciting News! Fifth Third Bank is providing a cash bonus incentive for new banking relationships through the end of the year. The cash bonus offer ends December 31, 2020.
Learn more about this new benefit.
Kroger Workers to Receive Additional Pay
Grocery workers have continued to serve our communities throughout this pandemic – ensuring that people and families have the food and supplies they need. UFCW Local 700 has continued to advocate for additional pay for our members to recognize the sacrifices and risk you take by continuing to do your jobs.
Hourly Kroger workers active as of August 15, 2020 will receive a $100 Thank You Credit on your loyalty card. (This credit is not taxable.) In addition, you will receive 1,000 fuel points. Both of these will be applied on September 1. If you do not have a loyalty card, you will receive a $100 gift card that will not be taxed.
Kroger workers who were on Leave of Absence (LOA) as of Aug 15 are not eligible, with the exception of those on Emergency LOA.
The $100 store credit will be issued for each qualifying hourly associate. For example, if a parent and child are both qualifying hourly workers and share a loyalty card, they will receive a credit of $200, or $100 per worker. In the same way, 1,000 bonus fuel points will be issued for each qualifying Kroger worker. (Members of the household must have their loyalty cards linked in ExpressHR for these offers to automatically load.)
We will keep advocating for additional pay and resources for you. We believe this additional pay should continue, as the COVID-19 crisis is, too.
Thank you for all of the ways you serve our community. Should you have questions or need more information, please don’t hesitate to contact your Union Representative.
Joe Biden Stands with UFCW Members Across the Country
Joe Biden will continue stand up with and for hardworking people – including members of UFCW who have been working tirelessly to feed our nation throughout a global pandemic. In a recent letter to UFCW members, Biden says:
“While industries and entire sectors of our economy have gone remote, we’re reminded daily of the essential nature of the jobs done by UFCW workers. Even in good times, UFCW workers are critical to keeping our families well-fed and well-supplied. And amid a global pandemic that has taken the lives of so many, your duty remains the same while the conditions worsen, and the danger grows. We owe it to you to ensure that you receive the benefits and protections you need, now and after this crisis ends.”
UFCW700 Endorses Myers-Lawson for Governor and Lt. Gov
Indiana families need leaders with the expertise to lead us through a public health crisis and the courage to stand up for
workers. Dr. Woody Myers and Linda Lawson are the team we need to build a better future for middle class families in our state.
UFCW Local 700 is proud to join working families from across the state in endorsing Dr. Woody Myers and Ms. Linda Lawson for Governor and Lt. Governor of Indiana.