After weeks hard-fought advocacy in the wake of the devastating Palisades, Eaton, and Hurst wildfires, LA County has announced that SEIU 721 members impacted by the disasters may access a new bank of 80 hours of Wildfire Leave Time as they recover. This time bank is retroactive to January 7th. This important
It’s been 10 days since the wildfires destroyed entire neighborhoods in Altadena, Sylmar and Pacific Palisades. Our hearts continue to be with our union siblings and neighbors who’ve suffered insurmountable losses. We’re starting to get a clearer picture of the impact of the Eaton Fire, Palisades Fire, and the Hurst Fire
If you have suffered a loss, please know that you are not alone. We have your back.
UnitedHealthcare is taking action to ensure customers and members are supported during the wildfire crisis. The information below applies to affected individuals enrolled in fully insured health plans with effective dates as noted and includes help for the broader community. Response period: Jan. 7 through Jan. 21 Impacted counties: Los Angeles, Ventura
On behalf of our 100,000-member strong union, my heart goes out to every member and their loved ones who have been impacted by this week’s unprecedented wildfire crisis. Words cannot express the deep sorrow we feel seeing the devastation throughout Los Angeles County and knowing that our union siblings, and neighbors,
The Palisades, Eaton, and Hurst wildfires are spreading rapidly, and new fires are cropping up across the Southern California region. Fueled by unseasonably dry weather and wind gusts of up to 100 MPH, these fires are a deadly threat to our members, our families, and the communities we serve. We
On November 18, 2024, SEIU Local 721 President David Green met with Los Angeles County Department of Child Support Services (CSSD) Director Terrie Hardy and members of her executive council to discuss pressing issues impacting both line staff and management. Representing SEIU Local 721 were Worksite Organizer Brayan Ochoa and
A massive crowd of SEIU 721 members gathered today on the steps of the Los Angeles General Medical Center in Boyle Heights to announce the results of a landmark study – “Shining a Light on Contracting Out in Los Angeles County” – exposing how LA County tax dollars are hard
Last night, thousands of LA County members joined our Bargaining Update Tele-Town Hall. Weren’t able to join? Listen to the tele-town hall recording here: November 21st marked our third bargaining session with LA County management. Your member-elected Bargaining Policy Committee (BPC) is focused on carrying out the priorities of SEIU
We have an exciting victory to share with all LA County DCFS Human Services Aides. Our union’s HSA Labor Management Committee successfully negotiated with DCFS to guarantee language that will address safe and reasonable working conditions for HSAs. Read the new language below. *** OPERATIONAL AGREEMENT LANGUAGE HSA Designated Supervisor