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CBS News
a day ago
- Business
- CBS News
Stockton mayor pitches national shipbuilding hub idea to Trump administration in D.C.
Stockton Mayor Christina Fugazi is in Washington, D.C. right now putting on a shipbuilding show for the Trump administration as she pushes for the city to be the next national hub for shipbuilding in the U.S. "So right there, the Capitol, I wish I could show you the White House because actually we're having meetings in the White House as well," Fugazi said. Mayor Fugazi spoke to CBS Sacramento from her hotel room in Washington, D.C., where she is traveling to tout her city to the Trump administration. "We're ready to go," Fugazi said. "Some people have said this could take years, but we're talking about a year." "The west complex is where all the shipbuilding happened back in World War II," Port of Stockton Director Kirk DeJesus said. DeJesus drove CBS Sacramento around the Stockton port in March, showing the possible new prime real estate for a U.S. maritime revival. Some of the old Navy buildings are still standing. The port also sits on 4,000 acres of land. "We have the acreage, we have the docks, we have access to the freeways, to rail, I mean, we're just a prime location," Fugazi said. "How do you think the relationship between the President and the Governor could impact this decision?" CBS Sacramento's Steve Large asked. "I think it has the potential to impact the decision," Fugazi said. "We can't rule out the politics. We definitely need to make sure that we are selling them on the location, that we have the workforce, that we have the space available." San Joaquin County voted for President Trump in the November election. Mr. Trump issued an executive order in April calling for a "maritime action plan" to be in place by the end of the year, with the goal of relaunching the U.S. shipbuilding industry. He cited data showing the U.S. currently builds only 1% of the world's ships. Mayor Fugazi's message to the president is that Stockton is ready to build ships now at full steam ahead. "So if we had an opportunity for a face-to-face, man, I'm bringing my 'A game,' and they're going to want to come out to Stockton, they're gonna want to visit our area because I'm going to sell it." On the mayor's itinerary in Washington, D.C., she is meeting with the Army Corps of Engineers, the National Security Council, the Navy, and a U.S. shipbuilder. She said the next step would be the Trump administration taking a tour of the Port of Stockton so they could see the shipbuilding possibilities themselves.
CBS News
4 days ago
- Politics
- CBS News
Trash pick up to resume in Northern California as Republic Services strike ends with tentative deal
Trash services across many Northern California cities will resume on Saturday after Republic Services and Teamsters reached a tentative deal. Teamsters Local 439 informed Republic Services that picket lines are coming down. Stockton Mayor Christina Fugazi announced on social media that trash services were set to resume in Stockton. The City of Lathrop also took to social media to announce that trash services were going to resume. Many San Joaquin County and Solano residents were feeling the impacts of the strike, including some residents taking the matter into their own hands. The City of Fairfield threatened legal action against Republic Services, calling the situation a public health emergency. Several Bay Area cities, such as San Jose, Daly City, Half Moon Bay and Fremont, were also impacted by the strike. The City of Fremont said Saturday's residential collection services will focus on reported missed garbage and recycling pickups, as well as missed organics from Wednesday through Friday. Saturday's work will also include missed commercial pickups. On Monday, all three waste bin collections will be collected on their normal days. Details on the tentative agreement were not released.
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
‘Stockton deserves better': Mayor calls on Republic Services to reach agreement on trash strike
With trash continuing to pile up and dumpsters overflowing around the city, Stockton Mayor Christina Fugazi has called on Republic Services to come to an agreement with the Teamsters. Fugazi took to social media on Wednesday to demand that Republic Services collect trash and work to end the strike. If not, she would consider terminating Republic Services' contract with the city. "Their goals are straightforward: fair wages, pension, and healthcare. Our goals are to make sure that the residents of Stockton are able to live in clean and healthy spaces," Fugazi said. "We are communicating regularly with Republic to find a pathway to a successful and expedient resolution of this situation." Fugazi said if Republic Services can't meet the obligations per their contract with the city of Stockton and restores services soon, the Stockton City Council "will consider all available options and take the necessary steps to ensure our community is protected and our neighborhoods are clean." Fugazi has also called on Republic to issue refunds or credits to customers who have paid for services not received, according to city officials. "This situation is urgent. Residents are paying for a service they are not receiving, and that's simply unacceptable," Fugazi said. "I've continued pushing for a swift resolution because this is about more than just garbage, it's about accountability, public health, and safety." While the exact structure isn't finalized, the mayor envisions prorated credits, city officials said. Fugazi added that she believes "all workers deserve a fair contract that reflects the risks they take and the value they bring to our community." She urged both parties to come to an agreement soon. 'No other option': Republic Services workers on strike; expect trash pickup delays Negotiations continue In the video posted on Facebook, Fugazi said that Republic Services was offering a 30 cent raise to its employees. However, on Thursday afternoon, Fugazi said the latest offer she is aware of is a "$1.60 wage increase." "Our local leadership team spoke with Mayor Fugazi today and shared the facts versus the inaccurate information the Teamsters provided," Republic Services officials told The Stockton Record in an email on Thursday afternoon. "Republic's latest proposal included a 5.5% year-one increase, with a $1,000 signing bonus in each of the first two years upon ratification of a new contract. The 5.5% increase is significantly higher than the 30-cent raise the Teamsters claim." Republic Services officials said they have been in negotiations with Teamsters since October to reach an agreement that would benefit its 35 union-represented Forward Landfill employees and their customers. "We empathize with the community's frustration and ask for their continued patience during this Teamsters-led work stoppage," Republic Services said. "We want nothing more than to welcome our employees back to work." Republic Services officials said negotiations continue on Thursday. Adding, this is the third day of negotiations this week. "These negotiations do not involve the majority of our employees in Northern California, but union representatives have intimidated and threatened them if they cross picket lines established at other operating locations," Republic Services officials said. "This tactic does not benefit our employees or the communities that are impacted." 'The two parties are still very far apart' Matt McQuaid, communications project manager at International Brotherhood of Teamsters told The Stockton Record via email on July 15, "the two parties are still very far apart." Teamsters are on a national strike. Affecting residents outside of Stockton and Central Valley counties. "Republic Teamsters are striking nationwide because this is a national fight," McQuaid said previously. "Whether it's Stockton, Boston, Illinois, Georgia, or Washington State, this company consistently takes its workforce for granted." Members of the Teamsters Local 439 employed by Republic Services went on strike Tuesday, July 8 in an effort to reach an agreement with Republic Services. Fugazi's message to Stockton residents is: "I hear your frustration, this is unacceptable. Stay patient and attend city council meetings; your voices matter." More delays and more trash for Stockton residents While negotiations are underway, waste collection delays will extend into the weekend. The city of Stockton announced on Thursday a Republic Services service update with a new pickup schedule. Collection days have been moved by a day and a Saturday pickup date has been added. "Republic Services is continuing to collect Friday customers today. Monday route collection will also begin," city officials said in a Facebook post. "If you are a Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday customer and your trash cart has not been emptied, please notify Republic Services immediately at (209) 466-3604." City officials said that additional trash bags will be picked up by Republic Services if they are placed inside or next to the trash cart. Republic Services is currently only collecting waste. Recycling or organics carts will not be collected this week, city officials said. The blue and green lid carts should be removed from the curb until further notice. Don't want to wait? Self-drop off now available Customers can also self-drop off their trash at the Republic Services Organics Facility at 9999 S. Austin Road in Manteca, a Republic Services flyer on the city's Facebook page states. Bagged trash, recyclables and organic materials may be dropped off. "Staring today, July 17, 2025, we will have containers available at our Organics Facility (next to the landfill) for self-drop off," the Republic Services flyer states. Drop off hours: 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday Updated Republic Services Residential Trash Collection Schedule: Regular Service Day: Thursday, July 10, temporary service day Monday, July 14. Regular Service Day: Friday, July 11, temporary service day Wednesday, July 16. Regular Service Day: Monday, July 14, temporary service day Thursday, 17. Regular Service Day: Tuesday, July 15, temporary service day Friday, July 18. Regular Service Day: Wednesday, July 16, temporary service day Saturday, July 19. Republic Services officials said that employees from other areas are assisting with the collections. They ask for all residents to leave their containers out until they are serviced. For Republic Services waste collection services updates, visit or call (209) 466-3604 or visit the city of Stockton Facebook page at City of Stockton - Government. Record reporter Angelaydet Rocha covers community news in Stockton and San Joaquin County. She can be reached at arocha@ or on Twitter @AngelaydetRocha. To support local news, subscribe to The Stockton Record at This article originally appeared on The Record: Republic Services delays continue, Stockton mayor demands agreement Solve the daily Crossword
CBS News
25-06-2025
- CBS News
Suspect accused of arson in fire at vacant downtown Stockton building arrested
A suspect accused of arson was arrested in connection with a fire at a vacant three-story building in Stockton earlier this month, police said on Wednesday. The fire broke out on June 6 at a historic and vacant building on East Main Street in downtown Stockton. The fire started in the basement and quickly took over the entire three-story building. All that remains of the building is the brick facade. On Wednesday, the Stockton Police Department said the fire was suspicious and investigators identified 37-year-old Lucio Carrillo of Stockton as a suspect. Carrillo was located on Thursday when he was arrested and later booked into jail on arson and several unrelated outstanding warrants, police said. Nearby business owners shared their frustrations over seeing a vacant building go up in flames. "I would go by there and I would see homeless people jumping in, and I said, 'Hey, get the hell out of there. That's not your building. You need to get out of there,'" said Richard Soto, the owner of Chicano Research Center, days after the fire. "We've tried to put in a vacancy ordinance for commercial buildings and vacant lots, but it's too little, too late," Stockton Mayor Christina Fugazi said. Fugazi also pushed for more enforcement following the fire. "We're going to get it done, and actually, I've learned a little bit more about it, and I'm going to move in that direction to make sure that property owners are held accountable," Fugazi said. No injuries were reported in the fire.
CBS News
18-06-2025
- General
- CBS News
Stockton's newly renovated McKinley Park reopens after 10 years
STOCKTON -- With a splash, McKinley Park and Swimming Pool is back. Getting to the moment of cutting the ribbon during Tuesday's ceremony took an entire decade of effort. "The building was brown and dingy. There was a fence around it, but people still scaled the fence and would go in here, which is why we then ended up having problems," Stockton Mayor Christina Fugazi said. "This is night and day from what it looked like." McKinley Park and Swimming Pool started as mineral baths in the 1990s, but after decades of vandalism, the city decided to shut its doors in 2015. Over the past 10 years, the area has sat empty with no pool access and a withering park. Then, in 2021, the city gathered enough money to begin the design process. After four years, the project was completed ahead of schedule and under budget. For neighbors who have seen the progress of this park over the past decade, this reopening means much more than just beating the summer heat. "Transformative, it really is," south Stockton resident Shawn Bennett shared. "I look forward to being here almost every day, bringing my friends here, my family here. It's like what the mayor said, it's generational right here. This is it. This is the real thing." Fugazi was the first to cannonball into the brand new pool. As a Stockton native, she can't wait to see the park bring the community together. "We're one Stockton," she said. "When we do stuff like this, the South community feels like they're part of that one Stockton. We're all in this together."
