The dispute centers on allegations that county leadership has failed to bargain in good faith, leaving critical infrastructure work in limbo. Workers responsible for road maintenance, park operations, and waste management services for three million residents are demanding a contract that reflects their professional contributions.

Union representatives, including Secretary-Treasurer Eric Jimenez and Orange County Federation of Labor Executive Director Gloria Alvarado, will gather at the County Administration Building in Santa Ana to outline their next steps. Should the county refuse to meet their terms, the potential strike threatens to disrupt daily operations throughout the county, forcing a confrontation between local authorities and their frontline staff.