PASADENA, Calif. – The $2.4 billion Wescom Credit Union has found itself walking a fine line because of the current strike afflicting Albertson's supermarkets in its area. Four of the credit union's branches are in the stores which belong to one of the chains involved in an ongoing labor dispute and strike. On the one hand, the credit union is a tenant of Albertson's and wants to serve its members. On the other hand the credit union does not want to be seen as encouraging its members to cross picket lines. "We don't take any position on the issues of the strike," said Max Sucee, spokesman for the credit union. Wescom has been alerting its members about other branches near the Albertson's and extending hours at some branches to help meet member needs.
Complete your profile to continue reading and get FREE access to CUTimes.com, part of your ALM digital membership.
Your access to unlimited CUTimes.com content isn’t changing.
Once you are an ALM digital member, you’ll receive:
- Critical CUTimes.com information including comprehensive product and service provider listings via the Marketplace Directory, CU Careers, resources from industry leaders, webcasts, and breaking news, analysis and more with our informative Newsletters.
- Exclusive discounts on ALM and CU Times events.
- Access to other award-winning ALM websites including Law.com and GlobeSt.com.
Already have an account? Sign In
© 2024 ALM Global, LLC, All Rights Reserved. Request academic re-use from www.copyright.com. All other uses, submit a request to [email protected]. For more information visit Asset & Logo Licensing.
