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Celebrating the Retirement of Deborah Donnelly

Celebrating the Retirement of Deborah Donnelly

Sep 19, 2025 | Bargaining Unit 15 Updates | 2 comments

Cook Specialist II & Correctional Supervising Cook, CDCR – CMF Vacaville (DLC 747) After nearly 12 years of dedicated service, we bid a fond farewell to one of our most steadfast and spirited colleagues—Deborah Donnelly. Hired into state service on November 11,...
Member Benefits: More Than You Might Expect!

Member Benefits: More Than You Might Expect!

Sep 19, 2025 | Bargaining Unit 15 Updates

In response to the many questions we received following our last newsletter, we want to shine a spotlight on one of the most frequently asked topics: member benefits. Many of you were curious about the added value that comes with your SEIU Local 1000...
From Fair Share to Fierce Advocate: Jesse Aranda’s Journey with BU 15 and SEIU Local 1000

From Fair Share to Fierce Advocate: Jesse Aranda’s Journey with BU 15 and SEIU Local 1000

Sep 19, 2025 | Bargaining Unit 15 Updates

Nearly two decades ago, Jesse Aranda stood at a crossroads. At the time, he was what many referred to as a “fair share” employee—disillusioned, disengaged, and ready to walk away from union involvement altogether. But a pivotal moment changed everything. After...
From Dream to Diploma: Celebrating Our First Graduates of the Custodian to Office Joint Apprenticeship Program

From Dream to Diploma: Celebrating Our First Graduates of the Custodian to Office Joint Apprenticeship Program

Sep 19, 2025 | Bargaining Unit 15 Updates

August 21, 2025 — Sacramento, CA We are thrilled to announce a landmark achievement for Bargaining Unit 15 and the entire state service community: the first graduating class of the Custodian to Office Joint Apprenticeship Program! What began as a bold idea...
Victory for Laundry Supervisor II’s at High Desert State Prison: Shoe Allowance Secured with Back Pay

Victory for Laundry Supervisor II’s at High Desert State Prison: Shoe Allowance Secured with Back Pay

Sep 19, 2025 | Bargaining Unit 15 Updates

When Laundry Supervisor II’s at High Desert State Prison noticed they weren’t receiving their shoe allowance, they took action. Unsure why the benefit was missing, they reached out to their SEIU Local 1000 Job Stewards for answers. The issue was raised during the...
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