New Contract Brings Bellwood Custodian and Maintenance Workers Big Raises

The Custodial and Maintenance Workers of Bellwood School District #88 have secured big raises in their new contract. The three-year agreement will bring the workers pay raises of 8.7-11.7 percent over the course of the contract.

The new contract also includes up to ten paid vacation days, Juneteenth as a new paid holiday, life insurance paid for by the district, a new stipend for Boiler/HVAC training, and expanded bereavement leave. Additionally, the contract provides for rolling over unused vacation leave.

“This contract represents a significant improvement in pay and benefits for our members,” said Elliott Gordon-El, Steward and Custodian. “Our bargaining team and our union stood strong to ensure we receive a contract that respects the work we do.”