With Disney World currently closed “until further notice” they had to make some tough decisions on what to do with the Cast Members.
On April 2, 2020, they announced they would be furloughing all non-essential and non-union Cast Members beginning April 19. These Cast Members will still be covered by Disney’s insurance and health benefits, and are able to use their benefit time during the furlough if they choose.
Since that announcement, they have been working with the unions to reach agreements regarding those cast members. They have announced deals with smaller unions, but today they gave an update on how their biggest union’s Cast Members agreement looks.
The agreement reached is between Disney and the Service Trades Council Union, a coalition of 6 locals. According to the Orlando Sentinel, this Union represents around 40,000 Cast Members, in a wide away of roles such as Entertainment Performers, Bus Drivers, Life guards, Attractions Operators, and Housekeeping.
The agreement between Disney and the Service Trades Council Union states that the non-essential Cast Members in the union will be furloughed beginning April 19 2020. Disney will continue to provide their health benefits — but at no cost to the Cast Members. Disney will cover their health insurance for 12 months.
Cast Members can cash out all earned sick and vacation time prior to the 18th should they wish to do so. Additionally, Disney will continue to provide educational assistance to those enrolled in the Aspire program.
Eric Clinton, President of Unite Here who made the announcement, also stated that around 200 jobs have been deemed essential, including some culinary, custodial, housekeeping, and lake patrol roles.
Walt Disney World isn’t the only theme park resort in Orlando to be furloughing some of its employees — both Sea World and Universal Studios have to had to make tough decisions as well.
At this point we do not know when Disney World will reopen, however some analysts have predicted it could be as early as June. Additionally, Former CEO Bob Iger recently spoke about some of the potential changes that could impact the parks whenever they reopen.
This is an unprecedented situation, and we will continue to update you as things change.
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