Union Drive-Up Food Distribution On Mondays in Ventura

When working families are in trouble, our labor union brothers and sisters are ready to jump in and help. The California Labor Federation is teaming up with the Central Coast Labor Council and Food Share Ventura County to offer food distribution every Monday starting May 11th from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 … Read More


Help is Available for SEIU 721 Workers in the Thomas Fire Zones

On the heels of the most devastating fire in California history, families are still feeling the effects of the Thomas Fire. SEIU 721 members have been busy throughout Ventura and Santa Barbara counties, helping provide emergency response services at hospitals and strengthening our community security net through Human Services Agency … Read More


The Work We Do: Alan Peshek

Retirement. It’s often the long-awaited end goal for employees who, after decades in the workforce, are rewarded with cleared schedules, alarm-clock free mornings and plenty of time to pursue their passions. However, for Alan Peshek, retirement isn’t all that it’s cracked up to be….at least not yet. “It’s been one of … Read More


The Work We Do : Adolfo Granados

Adolfo Granados was in the 7th grade when he and his five siblings learned a life-changing lesson in the agricultural fields of Fresno, CA. After noticing the kids had become a bit too “comfortable” living the city life in Burbank, Adolfo’s father whisked the family off to central California to show … Read More


E-Board Elections to Be Held for LA County and LA City Seats

SEIU Local 721 President Bob Schoonover announced today that elections will be held to fill two vacant seats on the union’s Executive Board – one representing LA County and another for the City of Los Angeles. “These two open seats are great opportunities for members who want to take an … Read More



Anti-worker. Anti-union. Pro-corporation. Pro-1%. Gorsuch is wrong for the Supreme Court, and wrong for America!

Donald Trump attacked us when he nominated Neil Gorsuch to the Supreme Court.

In the words of SEIU International President, Mary Kay Henry, “this is a step backwards for every American who wants a good job, the opportunity for a better life for their family, and a real voice in our economy and democracy.”

If Gorsuch is confirmed, the Supreme Court will rule against the communities we serve by gutting the public sector, silencing worker voice, and doing away with collective bargaining.

Click here to tell Senators Diane Feinstein and Kamala Harris to stop Gorsuch!



Statement from President Bob Schoonover on our nation’s first statewide $15 min wage law:

The movement launched by fast food workers three years ago has now completely changed the conversation around income inequality in this country. Today’s historic bill signing shows that when working people unite to fight for living wages and a voice on the job, we win.

Together, we celebrate this unprecedented legislation – but make no mistake: it was Local 721 and the Fight for $15 coalition that led the way. The courage, tenacity, and dedication shown by fast food workers and their allies has made our call for $15 and union rights a reality.


San Bernardino Members Demand Accountability from Top Managers

San Bernardino County SEIU Local 721 members questioned the accountability of top county administrators after County Supervisors emerged from closed session on Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2015.

Every day our members come to work to ensure the safety and well-being of our community. They expect leaders that are willing to stand up and be accountability. They want leadership that they can trust.