UFCW700 Statement on Waynedale Kroger Tragedy

“Our hearts are filled with sadness and grief over today’s horrific event. UFCW Local 700 will continue to work to so our members have the resources they need to cope with this trauma and so that they are safe at work.” – UFCW Local 700 President Tracy Bartak Union Representatives will provide more information to …

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UFCW Local 700 Announces Highlights of Proposed Contract with Southern Illinois Meat

UFCW Local 700 reached a tentative agreement with Kroger for a new, four-year Southern Illinois Meat Contract. The proposed contract raises pay and protects your benefits: Should you have any questions, please contact your Union Representative. Your Union Negotiating Committee, Officers, and Staff recommend a YES VOTE TO APPROVE the proposed contract. Special thanks to …

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UFCW Statement on Proposed Kroger-Albertsons Merger

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, the United Food and Commercial Workers International Union (UFCW), which represents 1.3 million workers in grocery stores, meatpacking plants, and other essential industries across North America, released the following statement on proposed merger between Kroger and Albertsons, two of UFCW’s largest employers. UFCW International President Marc Perrone released the following statement: “The proposed …

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UFCW Local 700 Members Approve New Contract with Kroger for South Bend Stores

Your UFCW Local 700 Union Negotiating Committee is proud to announce that members have approved a new, three-year contract with Kroger; the proposed contract covers about 800 workers at nine stores in the South Bend area. The new contract includes: Guaranteed pay raises and ratification bonuses Pay raises are effective three weeks following ratification Affordable, quality …

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UFCW Local 700, Kroger Reach Tentative Agreement for South Bend Contract

Your UFCW Local 700 Union Negotiating Committee is proud to announce that we’ve reached a tentative agreement with Kroger for a new, three-year contract; the proposed contract covers about 800 workers at nine stores in the South Bend area. YOUR UNION NEGOTIATING COMMITTEE, OFFICERS, AND STAFF RECOMMEND A YES VOTE TO APPROVE THE PROPOSED CONTRACT. The …

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Union Announces Ft. Wayne Kroger Contract Vote Schedule

Union Representatives and Negotiating Committee Members will be in stores to discuss details of the proposed contract and answer questions. Voting will take place on Thurs., August 18, and Fri., August 19. Union Officers, Staff, and Negotiating Committee recommend a YES VOTE TO APPROVE the proposed contract. Only union members may vote on the contract. Members …

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