United Center’s concessions workers reach tentative deal

Members of Unite Here Local 1 picket outside United Center at 1901 W. Madison on Wednesday, Feb. 15, 2023 - a few weeks before the union and concessions contractor Levy reached a tentative deal. (Anthony Vazquez/Sun-Times)

A weekend bargaining session has led to a tentative agreement on a contract for concessions workers at the United Center, averting a possible strike.

Spokesman Dan Abraham of Unite Here Local 1, which represents about 700 workers at the arena, said members will vote on the proposed contract Friday.