Union Update: September 15, 2024

Important Updates on July-Sept Paychecks
Update on July Paycheck Calculations: We know many of us are concerned because our July paycheck was lower than expected.… Read more: Important Updates on July-Sept Paychecks
Our Victories and the Road Ahead
Our collective action turned a tough bargaining fight into a win for every member. From maintaining our 3% raise to… Read more: Our Victories and the Road Ahead
Are You a Member?
Membership is more important than ever. In 2026, we’re facing an uphill battle against Return-to-Office mandates, unfair budget cuts, and… Read more: Are You a Member?
Securing Long-Overdue GEO Pay
Gi Shin, an Associate Governmental Program Analyst at the Department of Transportation, discovered that she had not been receiving the… Read more: Securing Long-Overdue GEO Pay
First Cohort: DGS Custodians to Office Administrators!
SEIU Local 1000, in partnership with the Department of General Services and Bakersfield College, is proud to announce the graduation… Read more: First Cohort: DGS Custodians to Office Administrators!
When Management Crosses the Line, Our Union Pushes Back
When Department of Rehabilitation (DOR) employee Billy Bowens received a negative Performance Appraisal that referenced a Letter of Instruction (LOI),… Read more: When Management Crosses the Line, Our Union Pushes Back