SEIU Local 721 and Gold Coast Transit workers organized a press conference/rally this past Thursday, August 11, 2011. There were over 100 attendees including passengers, Gold Coast Transit workers and their families, community members, and SEIU staff.
SEIU 721 helps sponsor the Feria Campesina/Farmworkers Fair in Oxnard, California on July 24, 2011.
Join us at the Ventura County Fair Parade
Let’s March for a Fair Economy on Saturday, August 6, 2011, Ventura CA
The Ventura County Grand Jury uncovered a host of workplace bullying incidents in Ventura County government. In response to the Grand Jury’s recommendations, SEIU Local 721 members in Tri-Counties are taking action by forming an Anti-Bullying Committee.
Member leaders and staff from Riverside to Lompoc gathered on July 23, 2011 in Los Angeles to add kindling to the Fight for a Fair Economy.
Over 200 members [get approximate count] and staff united to prepare for the challenges as anti-labor forces move into California.
“Wisconsin is coming to California. The enemy is at the gate,” warned Bob Schoonover, SEIU Local 721’s President.
Tom Johnston, a County Respirator Critical Care Worker, was elected to VCERA Board of Retirement on July 7, 2011. Tom presently serves on SEIU Local 721’s Executive Board.
“This election success was due to joint efforts by SEIU 721, CNA Nurses, and all allied Members in the Ventura County Coalition of Unions. In Unity you find power and strength,” said Johnston.
When I first thought about going on the Montgomery to Selma march in Alabama, my thoughts were about the various meetings and work left undone. I thought about leaving my family to fend for themselves. Then, I made the decision to experience an historic event that would ultimately change my life forever.