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“We’ve achieved more than ever before for part-time workers in our union contract. We negotiated to eliminate Group 3 and raise part-time wages. I’m excited for the raises.” —Stella Holt, previous Group 3, Deli Dept, Lunds & Byerlys Wayzata With our historic grocery contract...
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Ancillary Benefits for Part Time positions in Metro Grocery Contracts in 2019
“I’m looking forward to our ancillary benefits starting in January. That’s something I’m most proud of winning in our union contract.” –Lindy Ward, 663 member, Cub Foods Chanhassen We know that staying healthy and safe so we can enjoy our lives is important–it...
Our Local 663 members’ customer service skills shine. All you have to do is walk into Kowalski’s in Uptown and see our members at work to catch a glimpse of the pride they bring. Kate Libby is a part-time cashier who works at Kowalski’s...
Local 663 member Dwight Gaddis is a busy guy. He just started college. Full-time Produce Manager at Kowalski’s Market in Excelsior, Dwight began his first semester of college at Eastern Gateway Community College this fall. Eastern Gateway Community College is the online college that...
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UFCW Local 653 & UFCW Local 1161 union members vote to merge locals and become largest UFCW Local in five state area
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, August 23, 2018 Minneapolis & Worthington—Union members from United Food and Commercial Workers Locals 653 and 1161 voted to build a better life together by overwhelmingly approving a merger vote. The union merger creates the largest UFCW Local in the...
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UFCW Local 663, Supervalu, & Jerry’s Enterprises deliver truckload of food and supplies to tornado stricken JBS Swift plant workers in Marshalltown, Iowa
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, August 2, 2018 Contact: Jessica Hayssen 651-261-8559 jessicah@ufcw663.org UFCW Local 663, Supervalu, & Jerry’s Enterprises deliver truckload of food and supplies to tornado stricken JBS Swift plant workers in Marshalltown, Iowa Food provides relief for hundreds of local families Marshalltown,...
We’re back! In 2017, we engaged thousands of Minnesota State Fairgoers at our UFCW Local 663 kiosk, sharing who we are and about the work we do. This year, we’re planning to be there again! The 2018 Minnesota State Fair runs Thursday, August 23...
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Cooper’s County Market in Chaska: Local 663’s oldest independent union grocer featured on Twin Cities Live’s “Good Company”
Gary Cooper knows the grocery industry. Chaska’s oldest business in town, Cooper’s County Market has been around for 101 years. Cooper’s is home to UFCW Local 663’s oldest independent union grocery store. UFCW Local 663 members are proud to be a part of making...
Local 663 member Amy Swenson took part in the march protesting the Supreme Court’s Janus ruling last Thursday. She’s featured in the Star Tribune photography by Jeff Wheeler here.