The Boston City Council has sided with Teamsters Local 25 and Unite Here Local 26 in the ongoing labor dispute with Wynn Resorts at Encore Boston Harbor, following the City of Everett’s lead.
During their Wednesday (Sept. 16) meeting, the Boston City Council unanimously voted to support striking workers at Encore Boston Harbor, a $2.6 billion casino resort located in Everett across the Mystic River.
The two unions, representing 1,350 workers at Encore Boston Harbor, went on strike on Sept. 4 after their collective bargaining contracts expired on Aug. 31.
The Boston City Council’s resolution pledges not to engage with Encore Boston Harbor until new union contracts are reached.
“The resolution puts the council on record in support of the strike,” the Boston City Council said.
The resolution, sponsored by Councilman Henry Santana, emphasizes the need for fair pay and benefits for union workers.
The workers at Encore Boston Harbor are vital to the Greater Boston area and need fair wages and job security for economic security and dignity,” the resolution stated.
The city councils of Boston, Everett, and Somerville are united in supporting the ongoing strike by the unions.
Wynn Responds to Union Demands
The unions at Encore Boston Harbor are seeking pay raises and guaranteed benefits, while Wynn Resorts officials argue that the demands are excessive compared to industry standards in the region.
Wynn Resorts state that their workers at Encore Boston Harbor already earn significantly above average compensation for similar roles in the Boston area, with an average employee making almost $96,000 a year.
Encore Boston Harbor has been a significant contributor to the community since 2019, and Wynn Resorts is committed to reaching a sustainable agreement to protect long-term jobs,” a Wynn Resorts spokesperson told Casino.org.
Encore Boston Harbor reported an EBITDA of $236.7 million in 2025, reflecting stable financial performance over the years.
Financial data for Encore Boston Harbor shows consistent EBITDA figures of $210.1 million in 2021, $243.4 million in 2022, $257.4 million in 2023, and $247.1 million in 2024.