San Diego- Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Local 221 President Sharon-Frances Moore today spoke at the San Diego County Board of Supervisors meeting in opposition to the county’s plan to outsource nearly 150 county social service jobs.

“There is little proof that outsourcing social services will save money,” Moore said. “In fact, many governmental agencies are moving away from outsourcing because of the numerous problems that have occurred.”

Moore submitted a letter to the Board of Supervisors outlining the union’s objection to outsourcing.

In the letter, Moore stated “At a time when more families are in need in San Diego County, we should ensure that they have an adequate safety net. It is out belief that outsourcing HHSA positions will negatively impact the San Diego community by failing to provide quality services in a timely manner. It is more likely that outsourcing will cause longer waits for clients to get services and will decrease client access to services.”