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CBS News
7 days ago
- Politics
- CBS News
Stockton's Republic Services customers demand credit for weeks of missed pickups
The Republic Services strike officially ended on Friday and while some trash may be gone, another issue is piling up. "I got an email, 'Oh, we took $144 out of your account,'" Republic Services Customer Glen Pitts said. "I go, 'Wait a minute, three weeks, and no service, and you billed me anyway?'" Pitts is just one of the hundreds of Republic Services customers in the city of Stockton. He was shocked to see he still got charged for service that never came. "It was piling up. I had no more room for more trash. It was going to start going in bags piled in the street like everybody else," he explained. He went to Facebook, posted about his recent bill, and the comments started flooding in. "I called the company, and I said, 'What's with this? This is insult to injury,'" Pitts continued. "They said, 'Well, that's all. The billing is all set up before the strike went on.' I say, 'You can't turn it off?'" He's not alone in his concerns and frustration. "We pay for our house and this house," Republic Services Customer Renee Grafius shared. "That's about what it is and they charge us full price. It's already been paid." Grafius was also charged nearly $200 for the utility. As of Tuesday afternoon, her trash was still sitting on the sidewalk. "Garbage is just piling up," she continued. "It's going to become a health hazard pretty soon. It is what it is, but it needs to be picked up." Now, neighbors like them are demanding for a credit or some sort of compensation. The city and mayor of Stockton are also pushing for answers. During the strike, Mayor Christina Fugazi sent a strong statement to the company, saying, "Guess what Republic Services? You need to give your customers a credit and if this doesn't get settled, you won't have a contract with the city of Stockton anymore." CBS Sacramento reached out to Republic Services multiple times to find out if a credit is being considered. The company eventually sent a statement saying, "Right now, we are focused on resuming regular service and will address non-service-related concerns once that work is complete." In the meantime, customers are hoping for a solution and soon. "You've upset the people," Pitts said. "You've upset Stockton." The city of Stockton said they have been clear with Republic Services on giving customers a credit, but mentioned they have not received any promises of the company doing so.
National Post
19-07-2025
- Entertainment
- National Post
Who is the Coldplay concert couple? What to know about the memes, alleged affair and company's response
Article content By far the most unusual take on the situation was from New York City Sanitation, which defines itself as the 'world's largest municipal sanitation force' and notes that it collects 24 million pounds of trash and recycling every day. Article content It tends to send out messages about proper use of garbage bins and holiday well wishes, but on Thursday chose to tell its 98,000 followers: 'Cameras are EVERYWHERE! Don't get caught doing something you *maybe* shouldn't be doing. Thinking about doing something naughty, like dumping trash in the City? We've got video cameras all over. We WILL catch you — and you will pay the price!' Article content Below those words was a montage of five images: a sign warning about illegal dumping, three photos that showed what looked like people doing just that — and Byron and Cabot at the Coldplay concert. Some people can't keep their minds out of the gutter. Article content Cameras are EVERYWHERE! Don't get caught doing something you *maybe* shouldn't be doing. Thinking about doing something naughty, like dumping trash in the City? We've got video cameras all over. We WILL catch you - and you will pay the price! — NYC Sanitation (@NYCSanitation) July 17, 2025 Article content Love concerts, but can't make it to the venue? Stream live shows and events from your couch with VEEPS, a music-first streaming service now operating in Canada. Click here for an introductory offer of 30% off. Explore upcoming concerts and the extensive archive of past performances. Article content
Yahoo
18-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
‘Stockton deserves better': Mayor calls on Republic Services to reach agreement on trash strike
With trash continuing to pile up and dumpsters overflowing around the city, Stockton Mayor Christina Fugazi has called on Republic Services to come to an agreement with the Teamsters. Fugazi took to social media on Wednesday to demand that Republic Services collect trash and work to end the strike. If not, she would consider terminating Republic Services' contract with the city. "Their goals are straightforward: fair wages, pension, and healthcare. Our goals are to make sure that the residents of Stockton are able to live in clean and healthy spaces," Fugazi said. "We are communicating regularly with Republic to find a pathway to a successful and expedient resolution of this situation." Fugazi said if Republic Services can't meet the obligations per their contract with the city of Stockton and restores services soon, the Stockton City Council "will consider all available options and take the necessary steps to ensure our community is protected and our neighborhoods are clean." Fugazi has also called on Republic to issue refunds or credits to customers who have paid for services not received, according to city officials. "This situation is urgent. Residents are paying for a service they are not receiving, and that's simply unacceptable," Fugazi said. "I've continued pushing for a swift resolution because this is about more than just garbage, it's about accountability, public health, and safety." While the exact structure isn't finalized, the mayor envisions prorated credits, city officials said. Fugazi added that she believes "all workers deserve a fair contract that reflects the risks they take and the value they bring to our community." She urged both parties to come to an agreement soon. 'No other option': Republic Services workers on strike; expect trash pickup delays Negotiations continue In the video posted on Facebook, Fugazi said that Republic Services was offering a 30 cent raise to its employees. However, on Thursday afternoon, Fugazi said the latest offer she is aware of is a "$1.60 wage increase." "Our local leadership team spoke with Mayor Fugazi today and shared the facts versus the inaccurate information the Teamsters provided," Republic Services officials told The Stockton Record in an email on Thursday afternoon. "Republic's latest proposal included a 5.5% year-one increase, with a $1,000 signing bonus in each of the first two years upon ratification of a new contract. The 5.5% increase is significantly higher than the 30-cent raise the Teamsters claim." Republic Services officials said they have been in negotiations with Teamsters since October to reach an agreement that would benefit its 35 union-represented Forward Landfill employees and their customers. "We empathize with the community's frustration and ask for their continued patience during this Teamsters-led work stoppage," Republic Services said. "We want nothing more than to welcome our employees back to work." Republic Services officials said negotiations continue on Thursday. Adding, this is the third day of negotiations this week. "These negotiations do not involve the majority of our employees in Northern California, but union representatives have intimidated and threatened them if they cross picket lines established at other operating locations," Republic Services officials said. "This tactic does not benefit our employees or the communities that are impacted." 'The two parties are still very far apart' Matt McQuaid, communications project manager at International Brotherhood of Teamsters told The Stockton Record via email on July 15, "the two parties are still very far apart." Teamsters are on a national strike. Affecting residents outside of Stockton and Central Valley counties. "Republic Teamsters are striking nationwide because this is a national fight," McQuaid said previously. "Whether it's Stockton, Boston, Illinois, Georgia, or Washington State, this company consistently takes its workforce for granted." Members of the Teamsters Local 439 employed by Republic Services went on strike Tuesday, July 8 in an effort to reach an agreement with Republic Services. Fugazi's message to Stockton residents is: "I hear your frustration, this is unacceptable. Stay patient and attend city council meetings; your voices matter." More delays and more trash for Stockton residents While negotiations are underway, waste collection delays will extend into the weekend. The city of Stockton announced on Thursday a Republic Services service update with a new pickup schedule. Collection days have been moved by a day and a Saturday pickup date has been added. "Republic Services is continuing to collect Friday customers today. Monday route collection will also begin," city officials said in a Facebook post. "If you are a Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday customer and your trash cart has not been emptied, please notify Republic Services immediately at (209) 466-3604." City officials said that additional trash bags will be picked up by Republic Services if they are placed inside or next to the trash cart. Republic Services is currently only collecting waste. Recycling or organics carts will not be collected this week, city officials said. The blue and green lid carts should be removed from the curb until further notice. Don't want to wait? Self-drop off now available Customers can also self-drop off their trash at the Republic Services Organics Facility at 9999 S. Austin Road in Manteca, a Republic Services flyer on the city's Facebook page states. Bagged trash, recyclables and organic materials may be dropped off. "Staring today, July 17, 2025, we will have containers available at our Organics Facility (next to the landfill) for self-drop off," the Republic Services flyer states. Drop off hours: 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday Updated Republic Services Residential Trash Collection Schedule: Regular Service Day: Thursday, July 10, temporary service day Monday, July 14. Regular Service Day: Friday, July 11, temporary service day Wednesday, July 16. Regular Service Day: Monday, July 14, temporary service day Thursday, 17. Regular Service Day: Tuesday, July 15, temporary service day Friday, July 18. Regular Service Day: Wednesday, July 16, temporary service day Saturday, July 19. Republic Services officials said that employees from other areas are assisting with the collections. They ask for all residents to leave their containers out until they are serviced. For Republic Services waste collection services updates, visit or call (209) 466-3604 or visit the city of Stockton Facebook page at City of Stockton - Government. Record reporter Angelaydet Rocha covers community news in Stockton and San Joaquin County. She can be reached at arocha@ or on Twitter @AngelaydetRocha. To support local news, subscribe to The Stockton Record at This article originally appeared on The Record: Republic Services delays continue, Stockton mayor demands agreement Solve the daily Crossword
CTV News
17-07-2025
- General
- CTV News
Regina garbage truck falls into sinkhole
WATCH: Some residents saw a delay in trash pickup Wednesday, after a garbage truck fell into a sink hole in north Regina.
CBS News
17-07-2025
- General
- CBS News
Stockton residents help others dispose trash amid second week of Republic Services strike
As the Republic Service strike enters its second week and trash in Stockton piles up, some residents are taking the matter into their own hands. "I'm sure it won't take too long before we start to see, you know, I hate to say, maggots and things of that sort in the, in the food," Republic Services Customer Margaret Guzman said. Rotten trash continues to pile up across parts of Stockton. "They apologized for the inconvenience and they're going to do what they can do," Guzman continued. "I don't know what that's going to be, you know, or what they're going to do." The Republic Services strike is now in its second week. This means it's also been two weeks of abnormal and sporadic pickups and overflowing cans. Because of this and the smell that lingers in some neighborhoods, residents are starting to take action. "We were here at church the other night and noticed that our garbage can was overflowing, and realized it was the same service that isn't being picked up that we've been hearing around town," Stephanie Khan said. "I told members, just throw it into the trailer and we'll go take care of it." Khan is just one Stocktonian taking matters into her own hands. She is now posting online, offering to take her trailer to homes across the city and pick up trash. "We noticed that a lot of other people are experiencing the same thing, so we put our services out there saying we'll come pick up your trash for you and go dump it," she said. Khan said they've been getting 50 to 75 requests for trash pickup per day. While she wants to help as many people as she can, her and her family's services come at a cost. "Obviously, we would love to help everyone out but we do have to charge a fee because there's gas. We do pay a fee at the dumps," she explained. "The money that we're raising is to put these kids through their boxing classes." After making multiple trips to the dump every day, Khan sees the problem piling up firsthand. "They at least have anywhere from five to 10 bags on the outside of the garbage can," she continued. "I think everyone is just trying to help in their community, their surroundings, and trying to help all those that are affected." A sanitation strike with no end in sight, leaving people with few options. While Khan has been helping dozens of people, the city does not recommend residents pay anyone who is not vetted to pick up trash. This is because they don't know if these volunteers are disposing of trash properly at a dump site or discarding garbage in other neighborhoods. Stockton Mayor Christina Fugazi put out a statement Wednesday saying Republic Services is not fulfilling its contract. She said if they don't send employees back to work, the company will no longer have a contract with the city.
