Nominations for the SEIU 721 Harbor Regional Center Bargaining Team are now open. Our union contract with Harbor Regional Center expires on June 30th, 2025. Bargaining is anticipated to begin on April 1st, 2025, and we are making preparations now to negotiate the best possible contract for the future. The … Read More
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 … Read More
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 … Read More
LMU NTT Faculty– Join Our Slack Group! We’re gearing up for bargaining, and staying connected has never been more important! Join our LMU NTT Faculty Slack group, where you can: Stay informed on bargaining updates and key developments. Connect with colleagues and share resources. Engage in real-time conversations about our … Read More
Two weeks ago, we informed you that the city would not include our retroactive payments on our November 27 paychecks. We also assured you that we would fight with tooth and nail to hold management accountable and ensure that our members are made whole. That’s why today, our leaders across our bargaining … Read More
On November 21st, USD stated that because of under enrollment, they could not commit to honoring the courses they’ve assigned to any NTT faculty for next semester – even courses that are currently meeting minimum enrollment. NTT Faculty rely on these courses to provide for ourselves and our families. As … Read More
Non-tenure track (NTT) faculty do most of the teaching at LMU. Yet, we endure short-term contracts, job insecurity, and minimal opportunities to advance at the university. What is more, our wages make it difficult to survive in one of the most expensive regions in the nation. Many of us take … Read More
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 … Read More
It’s once again the time of year when we express thanks for all we have. Of course, I’m thankful for my family and friends. They are my source of joy and my support when things get difficult. And, this year, I’m especially thankful for all of you, my union brothers, sisters, … Read More
Despite assurances from city management, we have learned that the retroactive payments for various increases we achieved in negotiations will not be included on our November 27 paychecks. This news is both unexpected and a slap in the face to city members, who have stepped up time and time again … Read More