Pension Increase effective Nov 1, 2026

L5: VICTORY! Effective November 1, 2026 our Local 5 pension benefit rate will increase by $3.08 from $43.92 to $47 for each full year of service. In the last 3 years, we have been able to increase our benefit by $11.08 total from $35.92 to $47, securing a better future for Local 5 members for years to come. If you have questions about the pension plan, please contact the Trust Fund Office by calling (808) 523-0199 or by visiting their website https://www.vbas.com/HI_Local5/Home/Index

About UNITE HERE Local 5
Local 5 represents 10,000 workers throughout Hawaii who work in the hospitality, health care and food service industries and is an affiliate of UNITE HERE, an international union that represents over 250,000 workers throughout the U.S. and Canada.