A workers strike affecting Republic Services has led to overflowing trash bins in multiple Bay Area cities. The strike began on July 1, initiated by workers in Massachusetts demanding better wages and benefits. The Teamsters union reports over 2,000 employees nationwide are participating, causing widespread waste collection disruptions. Republic Services is hiring from other areas and prioritizing waste collection, but many residents report insufficient cleanup efforts. Frustration is evident as residents adapt to increasing trash challenges, with some resorting to backyard collection to manage the situation.
Rows of black, green and blue trash bins, some overflowing with rubbish, are lining streets in some Bay Area cities as a workers strike drags into its second week. More than 2,000 employees nationwide have joined the strike in a solidarity effort, causing major disruptions to waste collections for millions of Americans nationwide. Even as discussions continue with the union to reach an agreement, Republic Services has hired employees from other areas to help with collection and is prioritizing waste collection over recycling.
Residents are expressing frustration about the garbage build-up resulting from the strike. Some are resorting to collecting trash in their backyards, while shared trash bins are overflowing. People have noted that although the situation isn't dire yet, it may worsen if the strike is not resolved quickly.
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