Local 728
News & Announcements
Updates on contracts, meetings, organizing, and member benefits.
New CBA Secures 12% Wage Increase for Hollywood Division
After four months of intense negotiation, Local 728 reached a landmark collective bargaining agreement with three major production studios, covering approximately 340 entertainment transportation drivers in the Atlanta metro area. The agreement includes a 12% wage increase over three years, improved overtime provisions, and new safety language governing 16-hour production days.
Q1 General Membership Meeting — April 2nd @ Union Hall
All members are encouraged to attend. Agenda includes contract ratification vote and executive board election updates.
Updated Hours-of-Service Policy Takes Effect April 1
All commercial drivers covered under Local 728 agreements must adhere to updated HOS regulations starting April 1st.
Warehouse Workers at Peachtree Distribution Vote to Join Local 728
78 workers at the Peachtree Distribution Center voted 61–17 to join Local 728 in a landmark organizing campaign.
2026 Health Plan Open Enrollment Begins April 15
Members will receive enrollment packets by mail. Log into the Member Portal to review your current coverage and update beneficiaries.
CDL Refresher & Safety Training — April 12 Registration Open
Free half-day training for all active members. Covers defensive driving, HazMat awareness, and updated DOT regs.
Sanitation Workers Ratify New 3-Year Agreement
Members voted 94% in favor of the new contract, which includes an 8% first-year wage increase and Martin Luther King Day as a paid holiday.