A Message From the Chair – Spring 2026
As we open our first Unit 15 newsletter of 2026, I want to start with gratitude. Thank you for standing with the team and for the hard work you do for the State of California every day. Your commitment keeps this unit strong, and it sets the foundation for everything...
DLC 707 Secures Win on Improper Work Condition Change
Correctional Supervising Cooks in the CTC kitchen at Lancaster recently stopped an improper work condition change that would have required them to escort inmate workers to and from their worksite. This duty has always been performed by Correctional Officers. The issue...
Know Your Rights: Sick Leave (Section 8.2)
As we move through the winter months, temperatures fluctuate and holiday gatherings increase our exposure to seasonal illnesses. It’s common to catch a cold, the flu, or other sickness during this time. Remember, you have the right to use sick leave when you are ill...
Metropolitan State Hospital Members Show Up Strong for Bargaining Survey
Unit 15 members at Metropolitan State Hospital came together in a big way for our recent bargaining survey event, hosted by Jesse Aranda and Unit 15 Chair Eric Murray. The turnout was impressive, with more than 70 surveys completed on-site. This event was about more...
Unit 15 Wins Major Contracting-Out Case in Oakland
Unit 15 has secured an important victory for our custodians and for the integrity of civil service work. The State Personnel Board’s Executive Officer has disapproved the Caltrans District 4 janitorial services contract at 111 Grand Avenue in Oakland. The ruling...
Unit 15 Q&A: Your Questions Answered
Welcome to our Q&A section! We know members have questions about the contract, steward opportunities, recognition programs, and even shoe allowances. Here are answers to some of the most common questions we’ve received. Q: Are we putting anything in the new...
Telework Negotiations Begin
March 10, 2026 The fight to protect telework continues as our union heads to the bargaining table. Our SEIU Local 1000 Bargaining Team is meeting with the State to negotiate stronger telework protections for our represented employees. Here's what we're proposing to...
Update on RTO Implementation, Workplace Conditions, and Ongoing Labor Discussions with CPUC Management
On February 26th, the CPUC SEIU Steward team met again with CPUC management regarding the 2 day in office RTO implementation. The team did get clarification that CPUC is working on improving the reimbursement process to shorten the timelines and improve the overall...
Know Your Rights: Immigration – Slides
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Update on CalHR Additional Appointment Policy on SHS Overtime Pay Calculations
On March 4, 2026, SEIU Local 1000 met with CalHR and CDCR management to get answers regarding how overtime pay is now being calculated for impacted Self-Help Sponsor (SHS) members. During the meeting, questions were raised about the differences between the old method...