By Daniel Craig
Philly Voice, March 7, 2016
Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf signed an executive order Monday to raise the minimum wage for state employees from $7.25 to $10.15 ... He also calls on legislators to help him implement a similar raise for all employees in Pennsylvania, something he said would help 1.2 million workers. ... Media reports have noted that the Republican-controlled legislature has shown no indication it is willing to increase the minimum wage for all state residents.
Wolf's announcement includes a quote from John Traynor, the owner of the Harrisburg Midtown Arts Center, who supports increasing the minimum wage for all Pennsylvanians.
"Increasing the minimum wage will lead to greater employee retention, which reduces hiring and training costs, and increases productivity," Traynor said. "I know from experience that building a brand with loyal employees is the most important thing for customer satisfaction and long-term growth.”
... The raise is scheduled to go into effect Jan. 1, 2017.