Our other top story, members of Teamsters Local 264 have
once again rejected a four year contract offer from TOPS
Markets.
The union voted this afternoon after a tentative deal was
reached yesterday,
but it was overwhelmingly turned down.
Roughly 550 warehouse workers and truck drivers have been on
strike since the clock struck midnight Friday.
The union has been walking the picket line in front
of the TOPS distribution center on Genesee Street,
calling on the company for fair wages,
better benefits, especially when it comes to pensions and personal
time off.
The company has got to respect us a little bit
more and you know,
share the wealth makes it make this a middle class
job again,
you know, and that's my downfall with this company.
Make us middle class once again.
Local 264 President Brian Dickman told News Four they notified
the company they are available to resume negotiations tomorrow morning.
In a statement to TOP,
spokesperson says they are disappointed the contract was voted down
and that union leadership supported the term,
saying they plan to publicly endorse the offer.
The statement goes on to say the company is committed
to reaching an agreement,
but quote, it is evident the union must resolve certain
internal discord before any progress can be achieved.
UN quote.