Dive Summary:
- Mayor Michael Bloomberg stated that New York City will not step in to play a part in talks between Consolidated Edison and members of Local 1-2 of the Utility Workers Union, who are currently locked out and negotiating a new contract.
- "Our only interest is we be assured that Con Ed keeps the service going," Bloomberg said, responding to questions on camera for NY1 News.
- Con Ed has been working through a heat wave and brownouts to keep its services going recently, as management teams have been making repairs in place of locked-out union members.
From the article:
As Consolidated Edison restores power to the remaining customers affected by yesterday's rough weather, the utility and Local 1-2 are back at the bargaining table today to try to find common ground on pensions and wages. ...