By Bob Schoonover Now that the Coronavirus pandemic is literally upon us, it is safe to say that we are living in unprecedented times. For years, the members of SEIU 721 have reminded our employers and the public at-large that we are the safety net. Indeed, times like the ones … Read More
In order to protect the health and safety of our members during the COVID-19 crisis, the Delegate Vote Count scheduled for today March 19, 2020 is available via web stream. All SEIU 721 members can go to our seiu721.org webpage click on front page link directing you to the vote … Read More
The health and safety of SEIU 721 members is always paramount. See the guidelines below from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration: If you believe working conditions are unsafe or unhealthful, we recommend that you bring the conditions to your employer’s attention, if possible. You may file a complaint with … Read More
SEIU 721 has created an incident form that our members may use if they have any Coronavirus-related issues in their workplaces. We especially encourage reports from those working on the frontlines in healthcare and emergency response.
From the Washington Post March 8th 2020 DURHAM, N.C. — She had been riding the city bus almost every day for the past decade without paying much attention to the people around her. Sara Fearrington, 43, was usually isolated in the fog of her own problems, commuting between working double … Read More
From Business Insider Jan 15th 2020 The House voted on Thursday to pass one of the most sweeping pro-worker bills in decades, but it’s likely dead on arrival in the GOP-led senate. In 2019, the union membership rate stood at 10.3%, a historic low. Experts say the decreased sway of unions has … Read More
While there is still much we don’t know about the recent outbreak of the new coronavirus, COVID-19, one thing is very clear: It’s especially during times like these that having a UNION matters! SEIU 721 has received many concerns from member leaders and Meet and Confers with various county and government agencies are being … Read More
From the LA Times FEB. 26, 2020 9:48 PM WASHINGTON — One of the nation’s largest labor unions is unveiling plans to invest $150 million in a nationwide campaign to help defeat President Trump, a sweeping effort focused on eight battleground states and voters of color who typically don’t vote. The … Read More
SEIU Local 721 City of Ventura bargaining team (left to right) Lynn Lopez, Burt Yanez, Maruja Clensay, Julie Santia, Cary Glenn, Jennie Buckingham, Roger Adams, Patrick Stock, Gabby Wimer. Don Taylor not in photo. You submitted your bargaining team nominations to set a winning path for our upcoming bargaining campaign … Read More