On January 17, well over 2,000 union members representing 22 unions gathered out front of SF city hall to demand a just & equitable contract. Teamsters Local 853 was right up front, leading the way shoulder to shoulder with Teamsters Local 856.
Local 853 vac trucks revved up the crowd and got the rally going. They were joined by members of the Teamster horseman and Teamsters from across the city. All union contracts (except for police & fire) expire in June. Local 853 is negotiating in conjunction with the SF Building Trades Council.