Activists are calling for Chicago’s tipped worker raises to be expanded across Illinois, but a state senator from Chicago says all voices need to be at the table.
One Fair Wage organizers held an event in Chicago Monday, marking a year since the city began the five-year process of eliminating the sub-minimum wage for tipped workers.
One Fair Wage National Policy Director Richard Rodriguez said tipped workers have seen a 42% increase in income over the last four years.
“Chicago is showing that fair wages and strong businesses go hand in hand,” Rodriguez said.
Rodriguez thanked more than a dozen labor unions and other coalition partners that fought for the elimination of the tipped wage.
Supporters noted that tipped workers in the city will see their hourly wage rise from $11.02 to $12.62 on July 1.
Mayor Brandon Johnson joined several elected officials from Chicago and Cook County at Monday’s event on the city’s West Side.
State Sen. Lakesia Collins, D-Chicago, did not attend, although several One Fair Wage press releases announcing the event included her name.
When asked about the increased tipped wage, Collins said she has heard some mixed reviews from tipped workers.
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Author: Ray Hilbrich
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