UAW-Ford deal seen as huge for region

“Ford’s investment is a major development for the region,” says Sarah Coulter, senior program manager for Millennium Reserve. “It’s an important example of how the Calumet region continues to support large and small manufacturers.”

In November, Ford workers across the country approved a national contract that will bring $1.1 billion into the Calumet region, including $900 million to its Chicago assembly plant in the Hegewisch neighborhood on the southeast side..Please click here to read more on the Millennium Reserve Priorities blog.