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Union Strikers Face Garden Expansion | Richmond News
Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden’s dazzling new expansion is open to the public—but behind the scenes, a labor standoff rages as union workers reject the garden’s final contract offer, citing a stubborn wage gap and lack of transparency. The union demands an 11.4% raise, while management offers 8% upfront then 2% the next year. While both sides have agreed on healthcare, retirement, and generous parental leave, the pay dispute remains unresolved. High-profile artists like David Wells and Graham Nash have canceled gigs in solidarity, and the union has filed a formal complaint with the Federal…
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