HONOLULU (KHON2) — The Local 5 union workers began their three-day strike at eight Hawaii hotels Sunday morning.
A spokesperson from Local 5 told KHON2 News the strike began at 4 a.m.
This strike is being recognized as one of the largest since 1990.
“We want a livable wage, if we want our families to live here for future generations,” stated Briana Canencia, Waikiki Beach Marriott Server. “Sometimes overtime is mandatory and I don’t think anyone likes to feel that way.”
In a survey of nearly 4,000 Local 5 workers, 78% of respondents said they believe their employers took advantage of the pandemic to cut payroll and make changes not beneficial to workers.