The agreement, put forward by County Executive Lamont G. McClure\u2019s administration, is a reflection of the County\u2019s ongoing commitment to strong partnerships with its labor unions. The contract includes an 11% wage increase over three years through cost-of-living adjustments (COLAs) and maintains healthcare coverage with no changes, preserving both economic stability and quality benefits for these essential workers.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis agreement reflects our continued commitment to treating our workforce with fairness and respect,\u201d said County Executive Lamont G. McClure. \u201cI thank AFSCME and our team for negotiating in good faith and reaching a contract that supports the vital services our employees deliver every day to the residents of Northampton County.\u201d<\/p>\n
This agreement is the latest example of the County Executive\u2019s continued efforts to invest in frontline workers and honor the essential role of organized labor in delivering public services. The contract will be in effect through 2028.<\/p>\n
Information provided to TVL by:
\nNorthampton County Executive Office
\n669 Washington Street
\nEaston, PA 18042<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
[Northampton County, PA] \u2013 Northampton County is moving forward with a newly approved three-year labor contract affecting 379 employees represented by AFSCME Council 13 Local 1265, which includes Residual, Court … Continue reading Northampton County Council Approves AFSCME Contract Covering 379 Employees<\/span>