Verbatim: Fort Wayne Philharmonic reaches agreement with musicians
The Journal Gazette
The Fort Wayne Philharmonic issued this news release today:
Fort Wayne, IN (May 24, 2021) -- Music of the Fort Wayne Philharmonic will return to the stage this summer and next season following ratification on Sunday night of a new contract agreement between the Fort Wayne Philharmonic and Local 58, Fort Wayne Musicians Association.
The contract begins with 7 weeks of work for summer 2021, followed by a 28-week 2021-2022 Season. The agreement maintains the number of core musicians and per service musicians. Wage rates remain unchanged, with employer provided healthcare paid at 99% through August 31. On September 1 that rate will revert to the 70% figure historically provided to the musicians. In addition, one-time furlough offset payments of $4,000 and $2,000 for full-time and per service musicians, respectively, will be made immediately.