If the companies cannot do better, then we are prepared to strike.”Ī total of 99% of casino workers in all of the unionized groups voted to authorize a strike if union leaders deem one necessary. “After we helped Detroit’s gaming industry get back on its feet, business is booming, but the people who make the casinos run are still struggling,” said Nia Winston, president of Unite Here Local 24. “Our goal is to reach a fair deal, but unfortunately, we’re still far apart. Union leaders said Monday that workers remain at odds with the casinos over wage and healthcare demands. 17 - just hours after the casinos’ contracts are scheduled to expire with the Unite Here union. Unionized casino workers could strike at MGM Grand Detroit, MotorCity Casino, and Hollywood Casino at Greektown as early as noon on Tuesday, Oct. DETROIT – Employees could walk out at three Detroit casinos on Tuesday if a new deal isn’t reached with their unions by Monday, when the contracts are set to expire.

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