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Newark reports residential trash interruptions as Republic Services drivers strike
Summary
City Manager Benun told the Newark City Council that Republic Services is providing limited commercial service while residential pickup is suspended because local drivers are striking; the city is offering free drop-off at Fremont and reviewing its franchise agreement.
City Manager Benun said the city is experiencing an interruption of residential trash service after local Republic Services drivers staged a strike, and that the company is currently providing limited commercial service only. “We currently do have an interruption of service from Republic Services. Limited service is being provided to commercial accounts at this time, but, unfortunately, no service is being provided to residential accounts,” City Manager Benun said.
Benun told the council staff is working with Republic Services on interim solutions and that residents may temporarily drop off waste for free at the Fremont Recycling and Transfer Station, 41149 Boyse Road in Fremont. He said Republic Services informed the city it was bringing in additional resources and hoped to service some routes the following day and on Saturday, and that the company would notify residents which routes would be picked up.
Benun said staff is reviewing the city's franchise agreement with Republic Services and working collaboratively on resolution steps that are outlined in that agreement. Council member Gitanchio asked whether residents should keep their bins at the curb; Benun replied, “That's the safest bet, and that's what we would recommend.”
Benun also provided an update on July 4 public-safety activity, saying the holiday was "consistent with the typical Fourth of July" for the city and that there were no injuries to people or property. He said police issued a considerable number of violations under the city's social host ordinance and thanked public-safety and maintenance staff for their work.
The city manager said staff will continue to post updates via social media, the city's website and text alerts as new information becomes available.
