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More than 465 Orange County workers plan October 13 strike
The planned walkout could affect road maintenance, landfill operations, parks and other county services unless negotiators reach a deal.
More than 465 Orange County employees represented by Teamsters Local 952 plan to strike Tuesday, October 13, according to reporting from LAist and Voice of OC.
Planned date: Tuesday, October 13
Union: Teamsters Local 952
County response: Contingency plans are being prepared
Several county departments could be affected
The workers include employees in OC Public Works, OC Waste & Recycling, OC Community Resources and other departments. LAist reported that the group includes heavy-equipment operators, waste workers and custodial employees.
Voice of OC reported that a walkout could also affect county roads, parks, the animal shelter, landfills and mechanics who service vehicles. Orange County Transportation Authority employees represented by the union are not expected to join the planned strike.
County says essential services are the priority
A county spokesperson told Voice of OC that officials respect employees’ right to lawful strike activity and have contingency plans intended to limit interruptions to essential public services.
The union says the dispute centers on pay, retroactive compensation and the pace of contract negotiations. LAist reported that no new bargaining date had been scheduled as of Thursday.
Original reporting: LAist → · Voice of OC →