Strike of SEIU members in Deer River continues

(SEIU)
Day two of the SEIU strike in Deer River has wrapped up. Members walked the picket line from 7am-2pm. Propane heaters and ice fishing tents are keeping them warm.
They work for Essentia Health, and are asking for higher wages.
Essentia sent a statement, saying that they are offering nearly 9% over three years.
There are no further negotiating sessions set.
The strike is open ended. Essentia said it’s likely they won’t be able to take new hospital patients.
You may remember the first strike was five days, and was in November.