SEATTLE (Recycling Monster): The union officials from Teamsters 439 announced that they have reached a new contract with waste hauling major Republic Services. Consequently, garbage haulers in many parts of Bay Area cities have returned to work following a strike which lasted for more than one week.

Rick Buzo, President, Local 439 stated that the members have got what they deserved. Meanwhile, Republic Services confirmed that it has entered into a tentative agreement with union officials for its Forward Landfill employees. The employees have already returned to work. The company appreciated the patience displayed by the community throughout the situation.

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The strike commenced in Boston area on July 1, 2025 when more than 400 unionized workers of Republic Services. Following this, Republic Services workers from across the nation joined the strike.

Teamsters Local 439 workers at Forward Landfill in Manteca had begun negotiations on the contract several months back. Initially, the company offered a 1.7% raise, which amounted to 30 cents per hour for employees making $20 an hour. It did not, however, address healthcare benefits. Before going on strike, the workers had been waiting for a better offer from the company for nearly a month.