The City of Billings has three labor unions representing over 75% of the City’s total employees.

The Teamsters Union – Local 190 represents the largest share of City employees with approximately 350 members. The effective dates of the current Contract between the City of Billings and Teamsters Local 190 are July 1, 2007 through June 30, 2010. 

Local 190 Contact Information:
Joe Dwyer, Business Representative                  Ph: (406) 248-2658
437 Kuhlman Drive                                            Fx: (406) 248-1503
Billings, MT 59105                                           
Email Joe Dwyer 

The Local 521 IAFF (International Association of Fire Fighters) represents the City’s 113 active firefighters. The effective dates of the current contract are July 1, 2008 through June 30, 2010.

Local 521 Contact Information:
Dan Cotrell, President                                    Ph: (406) 245-0964
530 S. 27th Street
Billings, MT 59101
Email Dan Cotrell

The Montana Public Employees Association (MPEA)– Billings Police Unit – represents the City’s 106 sworn police officers. The effective dates of the current Contract between the City of Billings and the Montana Public Employees Association - Billings Police Unit are July 1, 2006 through June 30, 2009.

MPEA Contact Information:
Bob Chatriand, Representative                                Ph: (406) 896-0734
PO Box 31803
Billings, MT 59107
Email Bob Chatriand