Strike Update: No Waste Pickup Thursday

The strike launched -- which is being honored by the company's garbage truck drivers -- means there will be no collection on Thursday.

Charging unfair labor practices and a lack of good-faith bargaining, 153 members of Teamsters Local 117 who drive recycle and yard waste trucks went on strike at 10 a.m. Wednesday. Garbage truck drivers, who negotiate a separate contract as members of

The company is encouraging its customers to stay informed on the progress of the strike and service interruptions by visiting its website at www.wmnorthwest.com/servicedelays.  Questions or concerns should be directed to WMI at 1-800-592-9995 or pnwrsservices@wm.com.