It’s unbelievable but here we are. After being the backbone of LA County’s healthcare response during the pandemic, management is rewarding us by trying to ban our union representatives from being on county premises. Their first target: The LAC+USC Medical Center. “It’s outrageous and unacceptable – and we won’t be … Read More
We have great news! Our SEIU 721 Bargaining Team has reached a tentative agreement with LAHSA on a contract that runs through June 30, 2023. For months, LAHSA SEIU 721 members spoke out to our elected leaders, they put the pressure on LAHSA Commissioners, and even took the fight directly to … Read More
It is International Women’s Day, a perfect time to reflect on just how much we rely on women’s labor, especially in the LA County workforce. Traditionally – and it’s a fact that still holds true – women have dominated the ranks of healthcare, social services and clerical work. At LA … Read More
Last week the County gave us their infuriating salary offer of 2% in raises per year and now their managers are stooping to a new low. They’re restricting SEIU 721 union reps’ access to County facilities and attempting to silence our collective voice. This is a flagrant violation of labor law … Read More
What price did you pay the last time you filled up your gas tank? How much did it cost the last time you bought groceries? Inflation is at historic highs – right when our contracts are about to expire. We, as a union, need to make sure we’re taking home … Read More
You’re not going to believe LA County’s infuriating salary offer — 2% per year and NO pay increase until next October. If you were ever on the fence about coming out for our Fight For the Frontline march on 3/31, there’s simply no excuse — you need to register ASAP. … Read More
In February, LA County members showed up in big numbers from hundreds of worksites during Valentine’s Day festivities to express our love for our union – AND our desire to fight hard for a strong contract in 2022. We were everywhere – from LA County’s healthcare network to LA County’s … Read More
We need more purchasing power. We need guaranteed healthcare coverage. We need more job security from privatization and short staffing. We need more dependent care coverage. We deserve it and we can get it – if we FIGHT FOR THE FRONTLINE. Our County contract expires on Thursday, March 31st, that’s why … Read More
Last month, SEIU 721 President David Green and DPSS leaders met with DPSS Director Antonia Jimenez to discuss three major concerns expressed by our union members: Communication/Micro-management Teleworking Staffing This month, our union is scheduled to meet again with Ms. Jimenez. At the top of our agenda is to follow up on … Read More
A message from SEIU 721 President David Green: We and our labor allies fought hard for COVID-19 supplemental paid sick leave for California workers. On Monday, with the passage of S.B. 114, we won. Gov. Gavin Newsom is expected to sign the bill this week, giving workers up to two … Read More