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Palmdale council recognizes Teamsters Local 986, creates new public works supervisory bargaining unit
Summary
On April 7, 2026 the Palmdale City Council unanimously adopted Resolution CC 2026-017 to establish a Public Works Maintenance Division Supervisory and Confidential bargaining unit and recognize Teamsters Local 986 as the exclusive representative; supporters said it will add stability for 13 supervisors while some commenters warned of budget impacts.
The Palmdale City Council on April 7 adopted a resolution establishing a new Public Works Maintenance Division Supervisory and Confidential bargaining unit and recognized Teamsters Local 986 as its exclusive representative for wages, hours and other terms and conditions of employment. Council members voted unanimously to adopt Resolution CC 2026-017.
The measure, introduced by city staff, will cover classifications including superintendents, analysts and administrative assistants within the Public Works Maintenance Division and expressly excludes the classification of office assistant, Human Resources Director Yvette Barrios told the council. Barrios said the unit will place supervisory classifications within the existing public…
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