Hyatt Workers Approve Contract Ending Strike

San Francisco Hyatt hotel workers have unanimously approved a new four-year union contract after a three-month strike, mirroring a recent agreement reached by Marriott workers. The contract, negotiated by Unite Here Local 2, includes wage increases, preserves health insurance, and implements protections against understaffing and increased workloads, issues exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. Approximately 600 workers from the Grand Hyatt San Francisco, Hotel Kabuki, and Hyatt Regency San Francisco are covered by this agreement. Following the ratification, the union will apply pressure on Hilton San Francisco Union Square, where about 650 workers remain on strike. Union president Lizzy Tapia emphasized the importance of these negotiations and the continued solidarity with Hilton workers. The contract is set to expire in 2028, providing workers with a sense of security moving forward.