Hannon Security Denounced by Community, Contracts Terminated

Congressman Ellison, Faith and Community Leaders Hear Testimony on Racial Discrimination at Security Firm

More than 100 people gathered on Saturday, December 8, to voice their outrage over Hannon Security Service’s alleged racial discrimination and anti-union activities and to hear testimony from current and former Hannon employees.

Rev. Scott Stapleton, senior pastor of Grace-Trinity Community Church announced that his congregation will no longer contract with Hannon Security because of their troubling record as an employer.

Stapelton’s sentiments were echoed by the Minnesota Council of Churches.  Executive Director Rev. Peg Chamberlain released a statement of concern about Hannon’s practices and announced the MCC would investigate and review their contracts with the firm.

The forum, cosponsored by Workers Interfaith Network and SEIU Local 26, included Congressman Keith Ellison; Catholic Charities CEO Fr. John Estrem; religious and community leaders; community allies; and security officers.

Click here for KARE-11’s news coverage of this important community forum.