Membership is more important than ever. In 2026, we’re facing an uphill battle against Return-to-Office mandates, unfair budget cuts, and the fight for fair raises. Politicians pay attention when they know thousands of members are united behind us. When we speak with one voice, we have the power to push back and win.
Britton Sarmento, SEIU Member, put it simply:
“If all of us come together and say, hey, we see this problem and we’d like to address it, then we can actually make movement. Unfortunately, we’re often dealing with folks who aren’t receptive to what we have to say. Having an actual structure in place—our union—means we can take action whether that’s legally or through conversations at the table. Having the union in place allows us to do that.”
Being a member also means having a say in how our union is run. Only members vote to approve contracts, elect union leadership, and decide how dues are spent. Our bargaining team is 100% elected members—people who understand the challenges of state work because they live them every day.
Our contract protects everyone—but only members get a voice, a vote, and the chance to shape the future of our union.
Membership means power in your workplace, power at the Capitol, and power for your family’s future. Don’t wait—join today.
Member Perks & Savings
And membership isn’t just about power at work—it also stretches your paycheck. Local 1000 members enjoy access to exclusive discounts that can save their families hundreds of dollars each year:
- 🎢 Theme parks like Disneyland & Universal Studios
- ✈️ Affordable car rentals, hotels, cruises, and airfare
- 📱 Deals on cell phones, computers, and gift cards
- 🎬 Value-priced movie and event tickets
- 🏠 Group rates on insurance (home, auto, pet, life)
- ⚖️ Members-only legal and financial services
To learn more about the benefits of being a Local 1000 member, visit: calcsea.org/benefits.
