BERLIN, Conn. (AP) — Connecticut Light & Power and the union that represents about 1,100 workers reached a contract agreement Thursday that proposes a wage increase of about 11 percent over four years.
Frank Cirillo, a business manager for the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, said the deal was narrowly approved by 64 votes. He said while he's glad the contract was accepted, there is lingering anger over staffing issues the union has blamed for hindering storm restoration efforts and overtaxing workers. CL&P is a unit of Northeast Utilities.
CL&P President and COO William Herdegen said in a statement Thursday night the contract "is good news" for employees and customers.
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