Bargaining Update: Marlene’s Market & Deli

Progress Toward a Strong First Contract

UFCW 367 and Marlene’s Market & Deli returned to the bargaining table on June 9, 2025, continuing negotiations for a first union contract covering workers at the Tacoma location. We’re making steady progress toward securing meaningful rights, protections, and improvements—and we’re committed to keeping you updated every step of the way.

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📄 Key Bargaining Updates

UFCW 367 Full Proposal

We’ve shared a working draft of our tentative agreement. This document outlines critical provisions, including:

• Union recognition

• Just cause protections

• Guaranteed wages

• Paid time off for all hours worked

• And more

Employer Full Proposal: A full proposal from the employer has been presented, which we are currently reviewing and assessing with the bargaining team.

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Click below to review the documents:

UFCW 367 proposal Marlenes 5.21.25.pdf

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Marlene's WAGE SCALE - Tacoma 6.9.25.pdf

Download PDF • 77KB

Marlene's Proposal 6.9.25.pdf

Download PDF • 302KB

We will continue fighting for a fair first contract that reflects the hard work, values, and voices of every Marlene’s worker.

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Next Steps: Stay Engaged

Upcoming Contract Action Team Meeting

📅 Date: Sunday, June 29

⏰ Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

📍 Location: UFCW 367 Union Hall222 E 26th Street, Tacoma, WA 98421

Your participation is essential as we fight for a fair contract that reflects the hard work, values, and voices of every Marlene’s worker.

📞 Questions or Want to Get Involved?

Contact Union Representative, Patty Estes

📱Call/Text: (253) 906-8354

More updates to come soon—stay union strong!