Meanwhile, union leaders and city officials negotiated, but failed to reach an agreement. Union leaders hope to meet again on Sunday. In prior talks, the union asked for better benefits and a 5% wage increase per year over the next 3 years for its nearly 9,000 workers. The city had offered 7% over 3 years.

Contract negotiations resume for union workers on strike in Philadelphia, demanding higher wages from District Council 33 for jobs like answering 911 calls and picking up trash in the city.