Originally Posted by billay (Post 5609697)

Iowanian do the union workers still get paid while they are on strike?

Originally Posted by GoHuge39 (Post 5609684)

Also a caller just called and said her husband is a union worker and they don't have a say or a vote in what the union does. One man by the name of Terry Davis is the local president and he alone has the say so on whether the union excepts the construction companies bid or not. I say KC needs to go full on Nuthooks for this economic terrorists. He's basically committing extortion and using our beloved sports team as bait for these local businesses to put up more money. I think alot of union guys are going to continue to work because they know how lucky they are to have a good job.

Originally Posted by SensibleChiefsfan (Post 5609646)

I hope it does happen. I would love for the Unions to continue doing this stupid stuff. Then, MAYBE, people will start seeing them for the fact that they are nothing more than legalized organized crime that is backed by the democratic party.

Originally Posted by billay (Post 5609697)

Iowanian do the union workers still get paid while they are on strike?

Originally Posted by dirk digler (Post 5609713)

So why are they striking?

Originally Posted by KC Fish (Post 5609617)

You know.... this is the perfect opportunity for True Fans™ to show their real commitment to the team. They should all donate their free time to helping with the construction.... Pull together! We can do this!

Originally Posted by billay (Post 5609697)

Iowanian do the union workers still get paid while they are on strike?

Originally Posted by GoHuge39 (Post 5609733)

Ah not so much. How many people do you know that get paid for pouting for more money and not working? Union workers get paid by the hour. When they don't work the clock doesn't move either.

Was this a serious question? If so your a grade A dumbass :thumb:

Originally Posted by KcFanNindy (Post 5609729)

you cross the picket line...if you think things are bad now....try crossing a picket line....i will tell you i am a Union Man, and each is to their own, but if one was to attempt to cross the line, violence would errupt, i am almost sure of that. Those individuals who are on strike will be fighting for their jobs, and the scabs who cross, would be in fear of getting retalitated against. You also have to remember another thing, other Unions would also help and assist another Union, if asked too. Its called Solardirty! Once the line goes up...no one will want to cross the line.....even non-union persons....look at the history of the Unions and strikes from the recessions eras.

Originally Posted by Iowanian (Post 5609728)

The union picket sign printing shops are running slow due to the economic downturn.








. I have no idea what they're upset about.

Originally Posted by KcFanNindy (Post 5609661)

Labor Dispute Could Put Chiefs Entire Season On The Road
Meagan Kelleher, Web Producer
March 25, 2009

KANSAS CITY, MO - The Chiefs home season might be in jeopardy because of a labor strike at Truman Sports Complex, according to Kevin Kietzman with 810 Sports Radio.

According to Kietzman, there are five days left in a labor contract between the builder and the Ironworkers Local Number 10 Union. When the contract expires at midnight on March 30, Kietzman said the iron workers and carpenters will go on strike. If that strike lasts 30 to 60 days long, the Chiefs will have to play their entire season on the road.

Jackson County released this statement after the announcement on Wednesday afternoon:

"Despite rumors to the contrary we are confident that the parties involved in these negotiations will reach a settlement that will allow work to continue at the Jackson County Sports Complex. When completed these renovation projects will give the fans and members of our community the great facilities they have been promised and maintain our place as a leader in sports venues in the United States."

Kietzman reported that opening day for the Royals would not be affected. The Chiefs would have to play every scheduled home game at the opposing team's stadium.

FOX 4 will have more on this story at FOX 4 News at 5 and 6.