The unexpected revenue shortfall due to the COVID-19 pandemic is sending Montgomery County workers back to the bargaining table. “We remain optimistic that we can find an agreement that recognizes the new economic reality but also prioritizes employees who continue to deliver vital services on the frontlines,” said UFCW 1994 MCGEO president Gino Renne. However, he warned Local 1994 members, “If the Council decides that scoring political points is more important than doing right by employees then we need to be prepared to fight.” In addition to Local 1994, the unions for police and fire fighters will participate in the negotiations.