Casino workers go back to the bargaining table in Detroit this weekend, as city leaders keep a close eye on negotiations.
That’s because a major strike could cripple casinos, which are a huge source of tax revenue for Detroit.
Already Detroit’s thousands of casino employees - not just the card dealers and floor workers, but people in wardrobe, guest services, kitchens, valet services- have given union leaders approval to call a strike if necessary.
That same leadership turned down a contract proposal from MGM Grand, Motor City Casino and Greektown earlier this week.
“The employers jointly made an economic proposal that was rejected by the negotiating committee,” workers were told in an updated posted on Unite Here Local 24’s website. “Late Wednesday, the union committee gave the employers an economic proposal addressing the needs of the membership.”
Both sides will start discussing the counter-offer from workers on Sunday.
One of the big sticking points in negotiations is who will pay for rising healthcare costs.
