Dec 15, 2016

Teamsters 117 joins international effort to ensure fair working conditions in the gig economy

A network of European and North American unions, labor confederations, and worker organizations issued a call yesterday for transnational cooperation between workers, worker organizations, platform clients, platform operators, and regulators to ensure fair working conditions and worker participation in governance in the growing world of digital labor platforms...

Dec 07, 2016

King County Contract Meetings - Small Table Bargaining

We are approaching negotiations for bargaining unit specific contracts and a Master Labor Agreement for Teamsters at King County. To prepare for bargaining, we have scheduled meetings for individual groups across the County.

Dec 05, 2016

Pierce Co. Members Bring the Joy of Fantasy Lights to our Community

Every year, families across our region flock to Spanaway Park to enjoy a dazzling display of holiday lights. People marvel at the colorful globes suspended like chandeliers from massive firs and the magnificent scenes of animated creatures, castles, and candy canes.

Dec 01, 2016

Welcome, Pat Silvernale, to Local 117!

Let's extend a warm welcome, to Patrick Silvernale, who joined our Local 117 staff effective November 21. Pat comes to our union with many years' experience negotiating contracts and representing members in the public sector.

Dec 01, 2016

Mourning the tragic death of a Tacoma Police Officer

As a Local Union that represents over 6,000 Law Enforcement and Corrections members, we are grieving with the entire Tacoma Police Department on the tragic death of one of their officers who was killed in the line of duty last night.

Nov 28, 2016

Member survey! Help build our Union's future

We are currently in the process of developing a strategic plan to guide your union over the next three years. Your input and involvement as members is important for setting our priorities together.