U of M Teamsters Strike Ends, Farm Aid Concert Secured
TL;DR
The University of Minnesota and its 1,400 service workers, represented by the Teamsters, reached a deal ending a strike that threatened the upcoming Farm Aid concert, with the union securing a 3.5% wage increase, allowing the concert to proceed as planned on September 20. The strike involved issues over wages and contract negotiations, and the resolution was aided by late involvement from Governor Tim Walz. The event celebrates its 40th anniversary and continues to support farmers in crisis.
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