Anti-Union Waste Company Pushing Workers Closer to Strike
CUMMING, Ga., June 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Members of Teamsters Local 728 at Republic Services will hold a practice picket on Tuesday, June 24, at 5:15 a.m.
Republic Teamsters nationwide are demanding a new contract with substantial raises, improved benefits, and stronger work rules. Practice pickets are also planned for tomorrow in Manteca, Calif.; Ottawa, Ill.; Evansville, Ind.; and Lacey, Wash. The action this week comes on the heels of a practice picket held near Boston earlier in the month.
Republic Teamsters across the country are fully prepared to strike if the company fails to reach a fair agreement, which could cause major disruptions to trash collection.
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WHAT:Â Â Â Â Â Â |
Republic Teamsters Practice Picket |
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WHO:Â Â Â Â Â Â |
Members of Teamsters Local 728 |
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Tuesday, June 24, 2025, 5:15 a.m. |
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WHERE:Â Â Â Â Â |
2530 Business Dr. |
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Cumming, GA 30028 |
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(outside front gate) |
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VISUALS:Â Â Â Â |
Republic Teamsters rallying and holding signs that say, “Republic Teamsters Strike Ready” |
Media Contact:
Colin McCullough, (856) 625-6856
cmccullough@teamster.orgÂ
On-site Contact:
Eric Massaro, (404) 668-2459Â
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SOURCE International Brotherhood of Teamsters
