Teamsters Threaten Four-Day Walkout at CSU Campuses

Sac State braces for potential traffic delays, delivery disruptions as union demands withheld raises

Published on Feb. 19, 2026

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Teamsters Local 2010 has announced a four-day unfair labor practice strike across California State University campuses, including Sacramento State, from February 17-20. The union is protesting CSU's refusal to implement contractual raises and step increases, while the university cites budget constraints. Sac State officials say the campus will remain open, but warn of possible traffic delays and unreliable campus services due to the picket lines and delivery blockades.

Why it matters

The standoff between the Teamsters union and CSU administration highlights the ongoing tensions over employee compensation and the university system's budget challenges. The strike could disrupt campus operations and access, affecting students, staff, and visitors. The political pressure is also mounting, with lawmakers pushing bills to address the legal issues at the heart of the dispute.

The details

Teamsters Local 2010 announced the four-day walkout, which will involve picket lines and delivery blockades at all 22 CSU campuses and the Chancellor's Office. The union claims an overwhelming authorization from its members for the strike, which it frames as a direct response to CSU's refusal to implement contractual raises and step increases from July 2025. CSU officials counter that they cannot treat a one-time budget loan as sustainable funding for multi-year salary commitments, and have proposed one-time payments instead of the step raises the union is demanding. Both sides have entered a fact-finding process to interpret the contract language.

  • The strike is scheduled to take place from February 17-20, 2026.
  • Teamsters Local 2010 announced the strike on February 17, 2026.

The players

Teamsters Local 2010

A labor union representing workers at the California State University system, who have announced the four-day unfair labor practice strike.

California State University (CSU)

The public university system that has refused to implement contractual raises and step increases, citing budget constraints.

Sacramento State

One of the 22 CSU campuses that will be affected by the Teamsters strike, where officials say the campus will remain open but warn of potential traffic delays and disruptions to campus services.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident (San Francisco Chronicle)

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)

What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Walker Reed Quinn out on bail.

The takeaway

This case highlights growing concerns in the community about repeat offenders released on bail, raising questions about bail reform, public safety on SF streets, and if any special laws to govern autonomous vehicles in residential and commercial areas.