Democratic Club wades into hotel worker dispute
Feb. 18, 2021 at 6:00 am
The JW Marriott Le Merigot (File photo)
Local residents and workers are rallying around JW Marriott housekeepers who are attempting to resolve a dispute with hotel management in the wake of rumors that the hotel may soon be sold.
In 2019, Santa Monica City Council passed a housekeeper protection ordinance that sought to guarantee fair pay for heavy workloads and prevent employers from matching minimum wage increases with additional responsibilities. The law also established required training on public health issues and worker protections and ensured worker retention in the event of a sale.