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Apple’s first unionized store in Towson, Maryland, is currently approved a preemptive strike Competing against retail giants. The move comes after the union had “unsatisfactory results after more than a year of negotiations with Apple management,” according to people familiar with the matter. press release From the International Association of Machinists and Retail Federation of Aerospace Workers (IAM CORE).
The Maryland store in a Baltimore mall has about 100 employees and will unionize in 2022, making it the first Apple Store to do so. Voting ended last weekend, allowing workers to leave their seats at any time, but no date has yet been set.
Both sides have agreed in principle on 25 areas, but other important issues remain unresolved. “Issues at the forefront of this action include concerns about work-life balance, unpredictable schedules that disrupt personal lives, and wages that are not commensurate with the local cost of living,” the union wrote.
“We deeply value our team members and are proud to offer them industry-leading compensation and exceptional benefits. As always, we are committed to the work that represents our Towson team. We will continue to work respectfully and in good faith with our unions,” Apple said in a statement.
The union previously accused Apple of illegally withholding new benefits, including health care and other perks, from Towson store employees. The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) alleged last year that Apple violated federal law during an anti-union rally in Atlanta. A judge in New York also issued a cease-and-desist order against Apple for abusing employee rights.
According to the union, Apple and IAM CORE will return to the negotiating table on May 21st. “Today’s vote is a first step in showing our solidarity and sends a clear message to Apple,” the union said in a statement. “While discussions with Apple management continue, we remain committed to securing tangible improvements that will benefit all employees.”