The strike follows numerous bargaining attempts, which began in late July, between the local union and Kroger, Fred Meyer and QFC. A union member vote two weeks ago “overwhelmingly approved” the strike.
“A ULP strike is crucial to force Fred Meyer to comply with their obligations as an Employer to their Employees. Our members are united in demanding fair treatment, which can only be reached if Fred Meyer actually stands behind its public statements and is willing to fulfill all their obligations and legal requirements,” UFCW Local 555 President Dan Clay said in a statement.