Solvang strike ends as city and employees reach agreement in month-long labor dispute

City leaders and union representatives late Wednesday announced a tentative agreement to end a month-long labor dispute in which 75% of the city workforce walked off the job demanding higher wages. The two sides reached the deal to end the strike during a Wednesday bargaining session, according to a joint press release issued after 9 p.m. Both sides cheered the resolution. The city and the union thank the city s employees for their daily work in service to this community, and for their dedication throughout a difficult process, according to the announcement. They also thank Solvang s residents, businesses and visitors for their patience throughout the dispute. A majority of the 30 affected employees reportedly approved and ratified the agreement Wednesday. The City Council was expected to consider finalizing the deal at its Oct. 26 meeting, according to the announcement. The terms were not immediately available. The city will make the agreement s details public