SEIU Local 721 2016 Regional Council Election
Eligible candidates may begin to collect signatures from current full dues- paying members in good standing starting on July 8, 2016.
News
Ventura Superior Court Members Elect New Bargaining Team
SEIU 721 Ventura Superior Court members voted in their new bargaining team. Members voted at worksite meetings at all three different Ventura Court sites and the votes were tallied on Wed., June 29 at the SEIU 721 Ventura office.
95% of San Bernardino Professionals say YES to Tentative Agreement!
95% of us voted in favor of the Tentative Agreement negotiated by our San Bernardino Professionals’ Bargaining Team! Our tireless work over the past year has paid off: We’ve proven that we’re stronger together with SEIU 721. We did it!
Calling all RNs & APRNs: Join us for dinner on the last Wednesday of every month!
The RN Professional Council (RNPC) and RN Bargaining Committee (RNBC) would like to invite you to join us for a special dinner meeting taking place on the last Wednesday of every month:
SEIU Member Leadership Delivers a Big Win at TCRC
Thanks to SEIU member leadership, the Tri-Counties Regional Center has received additional funding from the State of California (ABX2-1 funds) and a large portion of those funds are required to be used for employee salaries. Salary increases are key to retaining the experienced professionals that our communities need to serve families with disabilities.
Quality Services At DPSS Start With Us!
L.A. County’s Eligibility Workers (EWs) are leading the charge to better deliver and improve services at DPSS. They’ve sounded the alarm on the ongoing issues that inhibit EWs from delivering critical services in a timely manner to the County’s most vulnerable populations, and they’re making headway with DPSS management!
Santa Barbara County Bargaining Team Develops Foundation for Strong Contract
The SEIU Local 721 Santa Barbara County bargaining team met with County negotiators for its initial session. The SEIU team is in the process of formulating its proposals which will help strengthen Santa Barbara County – for workers and the rest of the community.
Statement from SEIU 721 President, Bob Schoonover, on Supreme Court Decision Blocking Immigration Relief
Earlier today the Supreme Court issued a 4 to 4 split decision in US v Texas. This is a blow against millions of working families, including members of SEIU Local 721.
L.A. County Children’s Social Workers Meet to Develop Roadmap to Child Safety
SEIU 721 leaders, staff and L.A. County children’s social workers huddled in June to plan the fight against recent efforts to scapegoat CSWs for the child safety crisis at L.A. County Department of Children and Family Services.
San Bernardino Professionals Win Historic Deal!
We did it! After a year of organizing and action, we’ve secured a deal that begins the long process of restoring vital San Bernardino County services hobbled by attrition and short-staffing. Our tireless work as SEIU 721 members has paid off! Our San Bernardino Professionals Bargaining Team won one of the best contracts negotiated in years: One that includes pay raises and restorations, better medical and retirement benefits, new bonuses and allowances, an investment in public services and stronger grievance procedures to amplify the power of our voice on the job!