LA City 2012 Budget

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News Update
The Council adopted a budget for FY 2012-2013 with NO LAYOFFS. We did not re-open our contracts and we did not give up our raises. This is a victory for the members of the Coalition of LA City Unions. 

Click to read an important email from Bob Schoonover, SEIU 721 President.
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Worksite Actions
Take action! We need to let the mayor know that his proposed cuts will hurt the hard-working families of Los Angeles and put city services at risk.
Upcoming Actions
• Tuesday, May 15, 12:45 p.m. - City Budget and Finance Committee will vote on the budget.
• Friday, May 18, 9:45 a.m. - City Budget and Finance Committee will present to the full City Council.
• Monday, May 21, 9:45 a.m. - Full City Council will begin voting on the budget.
Click here to download the latest action flyer.

Future Hearing Schedule
• Attend these important Budget and Finance Committee hearings. Click here to download the official schedule.

Past Actions
• Friday, May 4, 12:45 p.m. - City Council Chambers 3rd floor. Coalition presentation on budget alternatives.
Click to read more about the action.
Click here to download a flyer with more information.
• Monday, April 30, 10 a.m. - City Council Budget hearing
Click here to download a Fight the Layoffs action flyer
• Wednesday, April 25, 11:30 a.m. - Rally for women at City Hall plaza fountain.
• Friday, April 27, 11:30 a.m. - Bridge on Main St. between Temple and First streets.
Budget Hearing Rally at City Hall
Mayor's State of the City Address
 
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Find Your Worksite Organizer
Want to speak to your SEIU 721 worksite organizer? You can locate him or her here, or contact the Member Connection at (877)721-4YOU.
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News You Can Use
News reports on the Mayor's budget proposals and the Coalition's response.
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A Better Way Forward
Click here to see concrete proposals to avoid layoffs and protect city services.
 

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