We are approaching negotiations for bargaining unit specific contracts and a Master Labor Agreement for Teamsters at King County. To prepare for bargaining, we've created a contract survey so that you can provide feedback.

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.

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.

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.

As we head into the Thanksgiving holiday, I want to keep you updated with the latest union news for Teamsters at King County.

Teamsters at the City of Kent are fed up and speaking out. In bargaining, the City promised to restore some of the sacrifices that employees made during the recession starting back in 2008.

This past summer, the challenges of working in a public building came to a head.

On Friday evening, member volunteers tallied up the votes on the total comp agreement between the Coalition of Unions and King County. Eleven of twelve bargaining units approved the agreement.

Late yesterday afternoon, our Coalition of Unions achieved a tentative agreement with the County over all compensation elements in your contract. The agreement is fully recommended by your Union bargaining committee.