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Historic AFSCME Strike: 20% Pay Demand Disrupts Philly Services

7/1/2025

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AFSCME District Council 33, Philadelphia's largest municipal workers' union, will strike on Tuesday due to stalled contract negotiations.
The union demands nearly 20% pay increases, while the city proposed a 7% raise over three years.
Essential services, including trash collection and 911 dispatch, will face disruptions.
This strike is the first in nearly 40 years and coincides with the Wawa Welcome America festival.

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AFSCME District Council 33, Philadelphia's largest municipal workers' union, will strike on Tuesday due to stalled contract negotiations.
The union demands nearly 20% pay increases, while the city proposed a 7% raise over three years.
Essential services, including trash collection and 911 dispatch, will face disruptions.
This strike is the first in nearly 40 years and coincides with the Wawa Welcome America festival.