Politics & Government

Philadelphia Strike Hits Day 7 As Latest Negotiations Between Union, Parker Administration End Without Deal

DC 33 and the Parker administration negotiated for hours on Saturday but were unable to reach an agreement.

(CBS Philadelphia)

July 7, 2025

Negotiations between the Parker administration and AFSCME District Council 33, Philadelphia's largest municipal workers' union, ended without a deal on Saturday as the strike hit Day 7 on Monday.

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DC 33 and the Parker administration negotiated for hours on Saturday but were unable to reach an agreement.

There's been no word on when the two sides will return to the negotiating table. DC 33 represents multiple city departments, including police dispatchers, sanitation workers and more.

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DC 33 President Greg Boulware (left) and Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker (right). CBS Philadelphia

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