After striking in September and rejecting a tentative agreement in November, the Powell’s bookstore union voted to ratify a new contract with 93 percent of members voting yes. The new contract, which lasts for the next four years, promises wage increases that average approximately 28 percent over the life of the contract, expedited promotions for entry level workers, and decreased costs for healthcare claims. Notably, the contract also restores the paid time off accrual for any employee who was rehired after being laid off in 2020.
