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Every Second Thursday of the Month

May 8

6:30 – 7:30PM

The Ask the Officers call is your monthly chance to connect directly with Local 1000 leadership. Hear critical updates, ask questions, and stay informed on union priorities that are important to you. Online via Zoom or watch on Facebook Live.

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🔥 Hot Topics We’re Covering this Month

Telework Updates

Our Fight for the 4% Raise

Federal Budget Cuts

Upcoming Rallies and Events

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Meet the Officers

Anica Walls

Anica Walls

President

Anica Walls is the current President of SEIU Local 1000, bringing decades of dedication to the labor movement. Raised in a community of immigrant farmworkers, she was shaped at an early age by the fight for worker justice. From her roots in grassroots organizing to her leadership as a Union Steward and Vice President for Organizing/Representation, Anica has consistently fought to build union power and protect worker rights. As President, she leads with a deep commitment to equity, solidarity, and collective strength.

David Jimenez

David Jimenez

Vice President / Secretary-Treasurer

David Jimenez is the current VP / Secretary-Treasurer of Local 1000, with over a decade of leadership rooted in advocacy and accountability. With 17 years in state service, he has been a consistent voice for dignity and fairness in the workplace, challenging practices that dehumanize workers and those they serve. From steward roles to serving as President of DLC 706, David has built a reputation for listening to members and delivering results. His continued leadership reflects a deep commitment to union values, equity, and member empowerment.

DeLonne Johnson

DeLonne Johnson

Board Chair

DeLonne L. Johnson serves as the Board Chair of SEIU Local 1000, bringing years of union leadership and a deep commitment to collective progress. A state worker since 2009 and longtime DLC President, he has championed transparency, fiscal responsibility, and member-driven decision-making. DeLonne’s approach blends strategic thinking with a passion for removing barriers and lifting up all members. Guided by the belief that “a rising tide raises all ships,” he leads with purpose, unity, and a vision for long-term impact.

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Highlights from Last Month's Call

Bobby Roy, our Bargaining Unit 21 Chair, shared how federal funding cuts are already hitting home for some state workers. At the California State Library, hiring and purchasing freezes are underway, and the department is preparing for possible layoffs — all triggered by the loss of federal IMLS funding.
While this situation is specific to one department, it’s a powerful reminder that the challenges we face as state workers can come from many directions — and that our strength is in standing together.

Why Membership Matters

When you become a member of Local 1000, you’re not just signing up — you’re standing up. Membership gives us the collective power to win real changes in the workplace and defend the rights we’ve fought hard to earn.

Here’s why being a member matters:

  • Stronger Together: The more members we have, the stronger our voice at the bargaining table and in Sacramento. Membership gives us power to negotiate better wages, benefits, and working conditions.

  • Your Voice in Action: Members shape the direction of our union. From electing leaders to voting on contracts, your voice counts.

  • Protection on the Job: As a member, you have access to representation if you’re facing unfair treatment or disciplinary action at work.

  • Community and Support: Membership connects you to a network of coworkers who are committed to fairness, equity, and a better future for all state workers.

  • Investing in the Future: Membership dues fuel our organizing, legal support, and public campaigns — so we can keep fighting for telework, job security, and a stronger public sector.

Join us — because when we stand together, we win together.

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