IATSE Local 7, Denver, Colorado concluded negotiations on October 31, 2003 for the collective bargaining agreement with Clearchannel Entertainment. This agreement is the culmination of an organizing drive initiated by Local 7 on behalf of Clearchannel stage employees working at the Fillmore Theater and various other venues in Colorado. The contract calls for wages increases in excess of ten percent in the first year of the agreement, as well as, the introduction of improved working conditions and fringe benefits; including, retirement and health benefits, missed meal penalties, holiday pay, overtime pay and travel pay.