Palm Springs Workers Officially Joined Teamsters
Palm Springs, CA — More than 250 City of Palm Springs employees have officially voted to join Teamsters Local 1932, marking a significant milestone for workers seeking a stronger voice in the workplace and better representation in negotiations with the city.
The newly organized workers provide essential services that help keep Palm Springs running smoothly for residents and visitors alike. By joining Teamsters Local 1932, they are standing together to advocate for fair wages, strong benefits, and improved working conditions.
“Palm Springs workers made it clear that they want a real voice on the job,” said Randy Korgan, Secretary-Treasurer of Teamsters Local 1932. “We are proud to welcome these hardworking public workers into the Teamsters family and look forward to working alongside them to secure a strong contract that reflects the important work they do every day.”
This organizing effort represents a growing movement of workers across the Coachella Valley and Inland Empire who are turning to unions to strengthen their rights and improve workplace conditions.
“We care deeply about the work we do for the residents of Palm Springs,” said Kathy Simonette, a City of Palm Springs employee. “We chose Teamsters because we want a stronger voice on the job and a union that will stand with us as we work to improve our workplaces and the services we provide to our community.”
Teamsters Local 1932 represents more than 16,000 workers across Southern California, including employees in local government, healthcare, logistics, and a variety of other sectors. The union remains committed to building worker power and transforming communities by ensuring working people have a seat at the table.
Teamsters Local 1932 represents more than 16,000 workers across the Inland Empire.
For media inquiries, please contact rgonzalez@teamsters1932.org
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