News - Page 21 of 143 - SEIU Local 721

What’s Up with Our LA County Bonuses?

October 12, 2021

On August 27, SEIU 721 members overwhelmingly approved a landmark six-month contract including a new Juneteenth paid holiday, fully funded medical and dental coverage, and across-the-board “Heroes Pay for All” Read More...

2022 SEIU Local 721 Member Engagement Town Hall

October 8, 2021

The year is quickly coming to an end, and before we know it, 2022 will be here. That’s why we’re coming together on Thursday, October 28th at 6PM to consider endorsements for LA County Supervisor Hilda Solis, and the incumbent LA City Council Members who are up for reelection in 2022. Join Read More...

County of Ventura – Improvements on 401(k) Contributions – Always Fighting for Members!

October 7, 2021

SEIU 721 is constantly working on behalf of members, even out of contract bargaining. From previous bargaining surveys we know that County of Ventura members would be more active participants in the County Read More...

Re-Elect Jordan Roberts to the VCERA Board

October 7, 2021

Protect Our Retirement Re-Elect Jordan Roberts to the VCERA Board 2021 The VCERA Board Election is happening NOW! Your ballot will arrive in the mail- Vote JORDAN ROBERTS and mail it back right away Read More...

LA County: October 1 is an “effective date” – NOT a deadline to get vaccinated

October 5, 2021

On Friday Los Angeles County CEO Fesia Davenport sent a message to all employees with an “urgent reminder that the Countywide vaccine policy takes effect today, October 1, 2021 … All County workforce members must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and must provide proof Read More...

LA County Backs Off October 1 Vaccine Deadline, but Continues to Reject Frequent Testing Alternative. Bargaining Continues.

October 1, 2021

Vaccine Mandate Bargaining Update No disciplinary action today and no disciplinary action until late November at the earliest. In the interest of public health, our own health and the health of our families, SEIU 721 strongly encourages all members to get vaccinated against Read More...

DPSS Director Acknowledges Issues with “Task-Based” Work System After Hundreds Rally at Agency Headquarters

September 29, 2021

Antonia Jimenez, director of LA County’s Department of Public Social Services (DPSS), acknowledged Wednesday that there are issues with management's proposed “task-based” work system that need Read More...

Ventura County VCERA Update September 28, 2021 – We’re still fighting!

September 28, 2021

When we first heard about the Alameda Case and its potential impact to our members and even our retirees, SEIU 721 jumped into action. Since then, we have been fighting tooth and nail using all available resources to stand up for secure retirement. Unfortunately, one of those paths recently Read More...

LA County DPSS Action at Crossroads THIS WEDNESDAY

September 27, 2021

Get on the bus and take action with us! Sign up NOW ... and scroll down to view our complete bus schedule with departure locations and times. Action at Crossroads Wed., Sept. 29 at 9 Read More...

LA County CSSD to Reopen on Oct. 1, 2021 – Know the Safety Protocols

September 24, 2021

ATTN: LA COUNTY CSSD MEMBERS Our offices at the LA County Child Support Services Department have been closed to the public since the pandemic forced a shutdown in March of 2020. Since then, some of Read More...