MGM gave Local 226 a six-month advance notice of the change Feb. 27, and will help bartenders, moving them to other employment opportunities in the company or counseling as necessary.
“Our employees are the core of our business and we are committed to supporting them through change and transition. That’s why we worked so closely with the union... We will work closely with the union over the coming months.” That’s the essence of a statement issued by MGM spokesman Brian Ahern.
Geoconda Arguello-Kline, the secretary-treasurer for 226, said the union will be “monitor the situation closely” to make certain the situation remains faithful to the provisions of the contract.