SANTA ROSA, Calif – Teamsters employed at Sonoma County’s largest solid waste and recycling
company, Recology, ratified a new five-year collective bargaining agreement by over a two-to-
one margin, after sending back a previous management offer members deemed as unfair and
substandard.
“These men and women performed as an essential workforce during the pandemic”, stated
Local 665 president Mike Yates. “They knew it was time to be recognized for the important
work that they do”.
“That recognition includes economic improvements that adequately support working
families”, Yates said.
Recology Teamsters in Sonoma County will now enjoy wage improvements slated to increase by
30% over the life of the five-year agreement.
Pension increases, maintenance of the health plan, and three additional holidays are also
included in the new contract.
“Solid waste and recycle Teamsters make sure that Sonoma County has dependable and
sanitary pick-up at every home and business”, said Juan Gallo, Local 665 recording secretary.
“By remaining united during these negotiations, workers have demonstrated again that
solidarity gets results”, Gallo said.
Teamsters at Recology in Sonoma County provide garbage refuse and recycling pickup at 14
incorporated cities and towns as well as the unincorporated county area.
