During the month of November, Ventura county employees wrote “letters” to the board of supervisors sharing their personal stories about escalating healthcare costs. They wanted to send a message about the financial impact on their families. Children and grandchildren of SEIU 721 members delivered the letters at the Nov. 22 Ventura County Board of Supervisors meeting.
After members’ hard work, LA County has agreed to purchase boots for animal control officers, and uniform jackets for parks workers that will improve overall safety on the job.
SEIU 721 is a proud sponsor of the 3rd Annual Oxnard Tamale Festival.
Community health workers at Watts Healthcare Corp. in South Los Angeles recently voted overwhelmingly to join SEIU 721.
Riverside County members voted to elect a new bargaining team to fight for advances in our contract, secure our retirement and protect quality public services for our community.
Members in the LA Community College District are focused on increasing greater involvement from LACCD members. The new leadership team was recently elected in September.
“In light of a universal deficit, we need to show our presence more than ever in the district. We need to work together and educate our membership about creating a stronger union,” newly elected President Galen Bullock said.
Although workers of South Gate are relieved to find a relatively healthy budget, concerns remain about the city’s financial outlook.
Starting on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 25, through Dec. 19, 2010, Knott’s Berry Farm is offering FREE admission to full-time city, county and state employees who provide social and health services, along with one guest.