Yesterday, we met with the company again bargaining late into the night to reach an agreement we could present to our members.
We are pleased to announce that we have reached a tentative agreement on a contract proposal. This tentative agreement was only possible because of your strength and solidarity in your stores and at the bargaining table.
We believe the new proposed contract will create a better, more secure future for Kroger workers and your families, but as always- this is your contract and your decision.
We are working hard to schedule voting dates and times so that all members have a chance to review the full contract proposal, ask questions, and vote. In the meantime, we wanted to share some of the victories we were able to secure in this offer:
- Three-year agreement expiring on May 20, 2028
- Increases top pay $2.75 over the term of the agreement
- Creates a new pay bracket for Senior Utility Clerks
- Raises premium pay
- Provides lump-sum compensation for both full-time and part-time associates
- Protects quality, affordable health care for members and your families
- No increases to weekly co-premiums over the life of the agreement
- Adds full health care coverage for Spouses
- Adds lifesaving coverage for transplant procedures
- Increases short-term disability pay
- Improves language for daily claiming to maximize hours
Remember, nothing is final until you have a chance to review and vote on this deal. We will post voting information as soon as it becomes available.
In Solidarity,
The UFCW Local 700 Bargaining Committee