Talks resume in cement truckers' strike

Construction throughout the city has been slowed by the strike. (The Trucker File Photo)

The Trucker News Services

7/10/2008

NEW YORK CITY — Negotiations between concrete producers and truck drivers have resumed after breaking down last week.

In a joint statement, the concrete companies and the union said they "remain committed to reaching a fair and equitable agreement for all concerned."

More than 400 drivers, who are members of a Teamsters local, have been striking for higher pay and better benefits.

The strike has slowed construction around the city.

At the World Trade Center, the Port Authority postponed indefinitely three concrete pours, according to spokesman Steve Coleman.

One of the pours was supposed to create an underground retaining wall at the memorial and museum. Coleman said the delays were minor so far, and that the lost time could be made up quickly once the truck drivers go back to work.