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On April 30, members of UFCW Local 186D who work at the G3 Enterprises Closure Division in Modesto, Calif., ratified a new contract. The G3 Enterprises Closure Division makes closures for the wine, spirits, beer and non-alcoholic beverage industry, including E & J Gallo Winery.

The four-year contract includes the highest wage increases UFCW Local 186D has ever negotiated with this employer and maintains affordable health care for the members. The contract also includes the creation of a department to address seniority issues and the addition of vacation leave policy language.

“This contract reflects the power of the bargaining process,” said UFCW Local 186D President Dee Chacon. “The ratified agreement will help secure families’ futures moving forward. Solidarity prevails!”

Members of UFCW Locals 186D and 8-GS who work at three E & J Gallo wineries in Modesto, Livingston and Fresno, Calif., recently ratified a new contract. E & J Gallo Winery is the leading provider of California wines in select markets around the world. 

The four-year contract includes immediate wage increases in addition to yearly wage increases. The contract also includes increases in shift bonuses and maintains affordable health insurance for members. The bargaining committee was also able to secure wage protections and double the amount of attendance bonuses per year.

“When we stand together, we win,” said UFCW Local 186D President Dee Chacon. “The bargaining committee heard the members’ concerns loud and clear and did a great job to help facilitate a great contract that will improve lives. Union strong!”

“This agreement is a direct result of our members’ commitment and determination through the bargaining process,” said UFCW Local 8-GS President Jacques Loveall. “By standing together, members secured meaningful improvements and long-term protections which reflect the essential role they play at Gallo. Our strength and unity have proven once again, solidarity works!”