Contract Extension Wins Economic Security, COVID-19 Protections
In the middle of the worst pandemic and economic crisis of our lives, Local 96 members have won a one-year contract extension that delivers economic security and COVID-19 protections.
How to Vote on the Contract Extension
Local 96 members will be voting on a 12-month contract extension that includes 15 months of wage increases and extensive COVID-19 protections. Here’s how the vote will work.
Every member was mailed a ballot packet. Your ballot packet will include a unique Access Code.
Look for this envelope in the mail:
Tentative Agreement Reached; Provides Safety, Security
Your Local 96 Negotiating Committee has reached a tentative agreement with Washington Gas on COVID-19 health and safety protections and a one-year extension of our contract that provides security in very uncertain times.
Positive COVID-19 Case at Washington Gas
A Local 96 Teamster has tested positive at the Chillum Station. The worksite is being closed down and thoroughly sanitized under directions from the CDC.
Bargaining Update - 4/16
We have held two marathon sessions of negotiations this week with the company on COVID-19 health and safety issues and a possible contract extension.
WATCH: Nurse Gives Thoughts On Wearing Gloves
Watch a nurse give her thoughts on wearing gloves to prevent the spread of coronavirus. While gloves may protect us, it's important to remember that wearing them doesn't necessarily stop the spread of germs
WGL Management Breaks COVID-19 Promises; Your Action Needed
This morning, Washington Gas management reneged on their promise to give us proposals and negotiate today on urgent COVID-19 health and safety issues.
COVID-19 Bargaining Update - 4/2
Your Local 96 Bargaining Committee continued talks with Washington Gas on urgent COVID-19 protections on Wednesday, April 1.
What to Do If You Feel Sick or May Have Been Exposed to the Coronavirus
If you do not feel well or may have been exposed to the coronavirus, call in before you come to work and risk exposing another Teamster or WGL co-worker.
Call 703-750-4115 and speak with Cindy Abel, the Washington Gas manager for Occupational Health and Wellness. Washington Gas will protect your confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA.
Washington Gas Local 96 Bargaining Update-COVID19
COVID-19 is the most serious health and safety threat we have ever faced.
Local 96 Teamsters are on the frontlines every day serving our communities at risk to ourselves and our families.
Teamsters Local 96 is at the negotiating table to address members’ need in this crisis.