Bargaining has been underway between the City of Oakland and the two largest unions representing some 3000 city employees since May,but meaningful disagreements over pay and working conditions remain and it's unclear when they might sign current contracts.
Workers represented by SEIU Local 1021 and IFPTE Local 21 told the Express that the city initially proposed a current contract that did not include a cost of living salary adjustment to encourage workers keep up with inflation. Like everyone else, city workers say they're having a tough time affording the Bay Area's high rents.…
Source: eastbayexpress.com