What a Possible DC33 Strike Would Mean for Philadelphia

Possible strike looms as District Council 33, Parker admin talks continue – Metro Philadelphia

Negotiators for Mayor Cherelle Parker’s administration and AFSCME District Council 33 met Wednesday to work on a contract agreement and avoid a strike that could halt trash pickup, shutter libraries and slow 911 dispatch. More than 8,000 municipal employees could walk off the job if a deal is not reached by Monday. Talks were ongoing as Metro went to print Wednesday, but no tentative agreement had been announced. Should DC 33 strike, it would be…

What a possible District Council 33 strike might mean for your trash collection and other city services

One of Philadelphia’s biggest labor unions is potentially going on strike July 1. This means that some of the city’s most vital services could be crippled or completely shut down.

What a possible DC33 strike would mean for Philadelphia

One of Philadelphia’s biggest labor unions is potentially going on strike July 1. This means that some of the city’s most vital services could be crippled or completely shut down.  District Council 33 of the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) represents 9,000 city employees ranging from 911 dispatchers to water department employees to school crossing guardsl.  On Monday, June 16, District Council 33 (DC 33) vot…