New York City apartment building workers set to vote on whether to go on strike

"Union President Manny Pastreich stated, 'The owners' association wants to cut costs on the backs of workers. We won't allow it!' He emphasized the growing unaffordability of the city for working people."

"The union is pushing for increased pensions and wages, although it has not yet made a specific proposal on pay, highlighting the financial struggles of workers in the expensive metro area."

Thousands of New York City building workers are voting on a potential strike due to stalled contract negotiations over health care and pensions. A strike would impact 1.5 million residents, requiring them to perform various tasks typically handled by workers. The union claims building owners are trying to reduce costs at the workers' expense, while owners seek to implement health insurance premiums and lower-paying job classifications for new hires. The union aims to increase wages and pensions amid rising living costs.

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