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HTC VOTES: Our Endorsements in NY's 2022 General Election
On November 8th, New Yorkers will elect the next State Assembly, Governor, Lt. Governor, Comptroller, and Attorney General. These elected officials will be in charge of New York's continued economic recovery from COVID-19. Read more...
Awards Announced in Union’s Writing Contest
The Union's annual writing contest is now 20 years old, and it will be entering its next decade in 2022 after a year that brought some of the finest work ever submitted to the competition. The professionally judged contest awards cash prizes and, yes, some prestige as well, to high school students — grades 10-12 — whose parents are members of the Hotel & Gaming Trades Council (HTC) or the Local 6 Club Department. Read more...
High turnout at Tavern auction
The first day of the three-day auction of Tavern on the Green's artwork, statues, chandeliers, and numerous other items was marked by high turnout, as evidenced by long lines at the bidders' sign-up tables.
Fourth Aqueduct Race Track bidder signs labor agreement
A fourth Aqueduct Race Track bidder has signed a labor peace agreement with the NY Hotel Trades Council, clearing one more obstacle in the bidding war to operate a giant racino at the track.
Bankruptcy trustee to distribute Tavern’s assets
In a step intended to expedite the Tavern on the Green bankruptcy proceeding, the bankruptcy court judge announced he will appoint a trustee to distribute the restaurant's limited assets.
New biography of Frances Perkins, champion of the working class
A fighter and a strategist to be reckoned with, lifelong labor leader Frances Perkins devoted her life to fighting for and protecting working people.
Former NY Times building to become hotel and condos
A developer and his new partner have ambitious plans for the former New York Times Building, located half a block off Times Square.
Immigration accord by labor boosts Obama effort
The AFL-CIO and Change to Win, the country's two major labor federations, have joined forces to help President Obama overhaul the immigration system.
Fired Boston Hyatt housekeepers gain support of environmental legislators
A national group of environmentally attuned state legislators promised a national boycott of the Hyatt chain for its outsourcing of the jobs of 98 housekeepers.
Our 2021 Election Work is Not Over Yet
On November 2nd, both New York City and New Jersey are holding local elections. Not only will the officials elected this fall oversee the recovery of our region’s economy, but they will be important allies to us as employers try to exploit this crisis to eliminate hotel jobs. The leaders we elect will also, critically, be in office when the GRIWA contract expires (in 2023) and most likely when the IWA (2026) and Division A (2027) contracts expire. Read more...
