Workers at Alaska Waste, LLC in Fairbanks, Alaska, concerned about numerous issues, voted to join Local 959 in Anchorage.

On December 4, 2009, the drivers voted 15 to 9 to join Local 959. There are 24 workers in the bargaining unit.

“The workers want better health-care coverage, improved retirement security and fair wages,” said Derek Musto, Local 959’s organizer. “They are also concerned about safety and the condition of the company’s equipment.”

“We will work hard to negotiate a strong contract that addresses the many serious concerns that the workers have,” said Ken Coleman, Local 959 Secretary-Treasurer. “These workers do a very difficult job and they deserve to be protected while doing that job.”

Contract negotiations are under way.

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