TUESDAY: REPUBLIC TEAMSTERS TO PRACTICE PICKET

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International Brotherhood of Teamsters

Jun 23, 2025, 18:58 ET

Anti-Union Waste Company Pushing Workers Closer to Strike

MANTECA, Calif., June 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Members of Teamsters Local 439 at Republic Services will hold a practice picket on Tuesday, June 24, at 5 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 Cumming, Ga.; 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.

WHAT:	Republic Teamsters Practice Picket

WHO:	Members of Teamsters Local 439

WHEN:	Tuesday, June 24, 2025, 5-7 a.m.

WHERE:	Republic Forward Landfill
	9999 South Austin Rd.
	Manteca, CA 95336

VISUALS:	Republic Teamsters rallying and holding signs that say, "Republic Teamsters Strike Ready"