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SEIU members rally at California State Capitol to advocate for a fair budget for Californians
Hundred of union members from across the state came together in solidarity to speak out against proposed budget cuts
On Tuesday, June 11, hundreds of SEIU members from across the state marched and rallied alongside community allies at the California State Capitol in Sacramento to advocate for their vision of a fair budget for Californians.
The updated state budget as of May 10 reduces one-time spending by $19.1 billion and ongoing spending by $13.7 billion until 2025-26.
Napa County members ratify strong new contract
SEIU 1021 members working for Napa County ratified a new contract by 92%. Votes were tallied June 3.
The contract, effective from July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2027, includes a total 11% wage increase and winter recess. Employees will receive base wage increases of 4% in year 1, 3.5% in year 2, and 3.5% in year 3.
Additionally, a winter recess period has been established, with employees receiving 32 hours of winter paid time off annually.
Alameda Health System members vote 99.5% to strike!
After months of bargaining and numerous unfair labor practices from Alameda Health System management, SEIU 1021 members have voted overwhelmingly to authorize their bargaining team to call a strike. 99.5% voted to strike.
Veronica Palacios, who serves as the AHS chapter president, said, “Our members have spoken, and they’ve spoken loudly. We’re frontline healthcare workers, and we’re trying to serve our community. However, we have to deal with unfair labor practices from management every single day.
Exclusive San Francisco mayoral candidate town hall hosted for SEIU 1021 members
SEIU 1021 members packed a room at the San Francisco union hall on Tuesday, June 4, for an exclusive event. The town hall featured the top five candidates running to become San Francisco’s next mayor.
San Francisco Citywide members ratify strong contract by 91%
In the face of a big budget deficit, members' unity and participation made all the difference
With strong turnout, SEIU 1021 members in the San Francisco Citywide (“Miscellaneous”) bargaining unit voted by 91% to ratify the new three-year agreement won through a fierce contract campaign this year.
Members voted throughout the month of May, and votes were counted at the San Francisco union hall on May 30.
SEIU 1021 members fight for free speech and a ceasefire in Gaza
Speaking up in the workplace can be difficult. In fact, that’s one of the things our bosses count on: that we as working people will be afraid to speak our minds and bring our values into our workplaces.
SEIU elects April Verrett as the union’s first Black international president at the quadrennial convention in Philadelphia
In a historic vote, members also elect former SEIU 1021 President Joseph Bryant as executive vice president and SEIU 1021 President Theresa Rutherford into the SEIU International Executive Board.
SEIU members made history on May 20 by electing April Verrett as international president, making her the first Black woman to lead the union in our 103-year history. Verrett previously served as secretary-treasurer alongside former Mary Kay Henry, who stepped down as international president after an influential 14-year tenure.
Over 3,500 SEIU members from across the country, Puerto Rico, and Canada participated in the vote held at the Pennsylvania Convention Center during the union’s first in-person convention in eight years.
Cal Academy of Sciences members fight back against layoffs
Less than a year after forming their union, they are still organizing -- for a fair first contract and to prevent proposed layoffs
Since voting by a landslide 77% to form their union with SEIU 1021 last July, workers at the California Academy of Sciences in San Francisco have not stopped organizing. In addition to pushing for a fair first contract at the bargaining table, they are now also having to fight proposed involuntary layoffs. Wednesday, May 22, they took that fight directly to the Academy’s board of trustees.
SF Supervisor Ahsha Safaí introduces ballot measure to address first responder shortage
San Francisco District 11 Supervisor Ahsha Safaí joined nurses, 911 dispatchers, and other essential city workers outside of San Francisco General Hospital on Tuesday, May 21, to announce a ballot measure to address the city’s shortage of first responders.
Join the June 11 march and rally for a fair budget in Sacramento
MARCH FOR A BUDGET NOW! MARCH & RALLY FOR A SECURE CALIFORNIA SAFETY NET
SEIU 1021 members: Mark your calendars for an important event! Join SEIU members from around the state on Tuesday, June 11, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. in Sacramento for a march and rally advocating for a fair and balanced budget for all Californians.
1021 members stand for global solidarity in Richmond
On Sunday, May 19, SEIU 1021 members gathered with local residents and climate justice groups at Richmond’s Unity Park for Anti-Chevron Day: From Richmond to Palestine.
The annual event is a day of solidarity for all people and communities affected by Chevron’s greedy, anti-union, and destructive business practices. Anti-Chevron Day connects Richmond’s ongoing struggle for justice with movements to end violence and environmental racism all around the world.
Nurses at SF public hospitals & community clinics vote by 99.5% to authorize a strike — then win tentative agreement within days
Registered nurses from across San Francisco Department of Public Health gathered at their union hall on May 17 to count ballots that asked members whether to allow their contract negotiations team to authorize the bargaining team to call a strike. The results: A 99.5% landslide in favor.
That’s because SFDPH management had refused to take meaningful action to address chronic staffing undermining patient care.
SEIU 1021 and a union coalition fight against layoffs in Oakland
In the face of serious budget issues in the City of Oakland, SEIU 1021 members have spoken up repeatedly alongside other working people. On Tuesday, May 14, they called on City Council and Mayor Sheng Thao to prioritize services for the community and avoid furloughs, layoffs, and other cuts.
City of San Rafael members raise alarm on staffing crisis endangering children & families
On Monday, May 20, members of SEIU 1021 employed by the City of San Rafael – including childcare providers, street maintenance workers, and administrative staff – raised the alarm at the San Rafael City Council meeting. They alerted the council that their staffing crisis is unnecessarily endangering San Rafael’s children and families.
SEIU 1021 Dixon Unified School District classified professionals and teachers stand united in the face of stagnant negotiations
On Thursday, May 16th, SEIU 1021 Dixon Unified Schools classified professionals joined the Dixon Teachers Association (DTA) in solidarity as both unions face unmet demands for increased school investment during negotiations.
SEIU 1021 Santa Clara All Lecturers Union (SALU) Ratify Historic First Contract With 97.8% Approval
On Thursday, May 16th, after 16 months of negotiations, SEIU Local 1021 members working as adjunct professors and lecturers for Santa Clara University (SCU) voted to approve their first union contract.
Mendocino Lake Community College employees demand board of trustees invest in Mendocino community
Wednesday, May 8, the union members who keep Mendocino Lake Community College running – including custodians, admissions staff, financial aid staff, and maintenance technicians – demanded that their board of trustees invest in the Mendocino community.
According to a report surveying workers in Mendocino County, “22% have experienced homelessness, with three percent currently homeless while working… 18% of respondents reporting applying for federal, state, and local programs to help with housing costs.”
SEIU 1021 members lobby state legislators to protect workers and the environment
Last week, San Francisco resilience GIS analyst and SEIU 1021 member Alex Morrison joined other SEIU members from across California to rally in Sacramento. They advocated for lawmakers to invest in public sector approaches to fighting climate change.
He said, “Addressing climate change will take an unprecedented effort, to keep fossil fuels in the ground and fundamentally change how we approach people meeting their needs in our society.
SFDPH nurses rally at Laguna Honda Hospital, announce strike authorization vote
SF Department of Public Health registered nurses and other frontline healthcare staff gathered outside of Laguna Honda Hospital on the afternoon of Thursday, May 9, for a National Nurses Week event that was both festive — and serious.
Napa County & City of Napa members rally for a fair contract
More than 100 SEIU 1021 members from Napa County and City of Napa gathered at the Napa County administration building on Tuesday, May 7, to rally for improved working conditions and fair treatment for workers.
As negotiations continue for new contracts for both bargaining units, the workers highlighted the pressing need for increased cost-of-living adjustments to combat rising prices, reduce turnover, and fill vacancies.