Teamsters ratify contract with Republic Services

Teamsters Locals 38, 117, and 174 overwhelmingly ratify new contract with Republic Services
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Saturday January 31, 2026 the three Teamsters locals that represent Republic Services workers, Locals 38, 117, and 174, came together to vote on a new contract.

The history-making joint agreement was ratified by margins well over 90%.

Locally, Republic Services provides pick up of trash, yard waste, and recycling for Lake Forest Park and Kenmore.