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Featuring: Cherelle Parker, Democratic | Mayor of Philadelphia | Pennsylvania

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Cherelle Parker Announces Tentative Agreement with AFSCME District Council 47 in Philadelphia

Published | Video Starts at 12:26

And I am so proud, Philadelphia, that in a very meaningful way we have offered significant contracts for both Ask me affiliates in 33 and 47. What else does the 47 agreement include? It's a modified longevity schedule. Longevity is being changed from a flat dollar basis to a percent basis to get more money into the pockets of our long term employees. along with an increase in existing top step value that kicks in in 2027. These changes are to recognize the commitment of our long term employees to a career in public service with the city of Philadelphia. (12:26–12:38)

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