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Utility Workers (UWUA) Local 1-2 reached a tentative agreement Sunday with energy company Con Edison, averting a potential strike during a record-breaking heat wave.
Con Edison is New York City’s primary power provider, servicing 10 million residents across the metropolitan area and Westchester County. Local 1-2 represents about 8,000 workers at the company, including electrical technicians, engineers, designers and administrators. Members were poised to walk off the job on Sunday—with picket captains ready at various locations—in order to secure a fair contract that reflects the critical role they play at Con Edison. The four-year tentative contract includes an improved general wage increase, an enhanced medical plan with minimal increases, an upgraded wage acceleration plan and increased various operational agreements.
“This agreement reflects the hard work and dedication of both parties to reach an agreement that benefits all,” Local 1-2 said. “Moreover, this agreement would not be possible without the unwavering support of the rank and file.”