Sep 19, 2024 | Uncategorized
Saying “no” to bullying and harassment works. A supervisor at an Housing and Community Development office created a hostile working environment by interrupting staff their duty-free lunchtime and by standing over them until they complied with requests—a clear...
Sep 19, 2024 | Uncategorized
There’s new leadership for our contract bargaining team: Susan Rodriguez, the Chair of Bargaining Unit 1, has been elected to the position of Local 1000 Chief Negotiator and will guide the 60+ members of our bargaining team as they work to improve our wages, benefits...
Sep 19, 2024 | Uncategorized
Dear Local 1000 Members – This month’s newsletter highlights the incredible progress we’ve made together. From securing safer working conditions to resolving contract violations, we’ve proven the strength of our union time and time again. I’m so proud of the work our...
Aug 2, 2024 | Uncategorized
Letter from the President I’m excited to introduce myself as your new President of SEIU Local 1000. My name is Anica Walls, and I’m ready to roll up my sleeves and get to work for you. As your President, I’m committed to making sure every member’s voice is heard and...
Aug 2, 2024 | Uncategorized
We won a contract that puts more money in your pocket You’ve probably noticed the 3% salary increase in your recent paychecks—it’s the second of three annual raises from our 2023 contract campaign. This raise is a direct result of our collective efforts and...
Aug 2, 2024 | Uncategorized
Local 1000 Champions Fair Pay and Real Representation A dedicated welding instructor at Folsom Prison, Melvin Johnson, recently won a significant victory with the support of our union, securing a pay scale grievance worth nearly $40,000. This win came after he didn’t...