WE DID IT! Oxnard designated a Sanctuary City!

SEIU 721 members Rosa Valladares and Roberto Camacho after the Council votes to make Oxnard a Sanctuary City.

Together, SEIU 721 members have spent countless hours working alongside residents and community groups to make Oxnard a Sanctuary City. On July 25, the Oxnard City Council voted to make our demand a reality! Now more than ever before, it’s critical that our elected leaders stand up for all working … Read More


Together We Rise on July 22nd

“If someone tried to deprive you of your rights, you’ve got to resist it. You’ve got to resent it. You’ve got to fight against it.” -A. Phillip Randolph SEIU Local 721 members are gearing up for the July 22nd Unity Summit to continue to stoke the union fire that brought … Read More


When we fight for our health, we win!

#Fight4OurHealth

When tens of millions were threatened with the loss of their healthcare coverage, hundreds of thousands were threatened with the loss of their jobs, and tens of thousands were threatened with the loss of their lives, we fought back! When we fight we win! Last night, after proposing three different … Read More


Riverside County Submits “Last Best” and Final Offer–it’s Sickening

After one-year of negotiations, Riverside County submitted their “last best” and final offer on July 19th–and it’s sickening. It’s sickening that the County has decided to take deliberate steps that will weaken public services, and hurt the recruitment and retention of dedicated skilled frontline workers. The County demonstrates once again … Read More


Hundreds take Rise & Resist Leader oath at Unity Summit

In a milestone moment for SEIU Local 721, hundreds of members took the oath to become Rise & Resist Leaders at an inaugural Unity Summit held at St. Sophia Cathedral in South Los Angeles this past Saturday, July 22. “Our union is facing a serious threat – the threat of … Read More


Conejo Recreation and Park District Members Win a New Contract!

Two Year Deal Includes Wage Increase and Additional Comp Time The Conejo Recreation and Park District (CRPD) bargaining team reached a tentative agreement on a strong two-year contract that strengthens our District. Through your unity, participation and overwhelming YES vote, we won a contract that includes salary increases of 2.5% in … Read More


SEIU Local 721 President’s Report for June 2017

In accordance with our SEIU Local 721 by-laws, it is my honor as your President, to submit this report to you on our Union’s activities. To read the full report, please use this link. Defending Workers in the Age of Trump We’ve all seen the story time and time again … Read More



Congratulations Thousand Oaks – We Did It!

With a 98% YES vote City of Thousand Oaks members won a strong two year contract which includes wage increases and health/cafeteria gains. Through your unity and participation your bargaining team was able to win a contract that secures vital services for Thousand Oaks and provides solid gains that help … Read More