We are facing the most important election in a generation. That is why we are endorsing candidates like Terra Lawson-Remer, who will put working families first — fighting for fair wages, strong unions and affordable care.
We are facing the most important election in a generation. The balance of power at the Board of Supervisors is in play and that is why we are volunteering to reelect Vice Chair Terra Lawson-Remer. We are not going back!
Members are invited to attend an in-person training from 9 to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 16, at the union hall. And mark your calendars, we will have the first training of 2025 on Jan. 25.
See the complete list of new County of San Diego Bargaining Team members. The contract fight will need everyone to participate to keep building on past campaigns. And because of our advocacy, testimony, petitions and organizing, the next equity study will be a more accurate representation of what it takes to live in San Diego. The Board of Supervisors voted Tuesday to include cost of living in the next Equity Study because of our efforts
We urge the County of San Diego to reopen the Count Operations Center cafeteria immediately, to give a healthy, safe and efficient food option to County Employees
The victory will add about 30 apprentices to our bargaining unit at MAAC, a wage increase for apprentices, step increases for all Program Aides and Kitchen Aides and a commitment from MAAC to conduct a wage study. Read the side letter with details.
This training for current County Stewards will cover higher-level representation and discipline and will also provide more in-depth training on organizing to build power in your workplace
Watch a video with SEIU Local 221 President Crystal Irving who covers the disappointing actions of Chairwoman Nora Vargas, how we struggle with keeping our elected officials accountable and the unique responsibility of the Labor movement to challenge institutional racism
With California’s looming budget cuts, educators and support staff in the K-12 field need to send a strong message to legislators asking them to protect workers from cuts to vital programs and services provided by us
Join us Tuesday at the Board of Supervisors to support the offset of the Kaiser out-of-pocket coverage cost increase. Submit an e-comment at seiu221.org/flex
The new County Chapter Leadership Council met on Thursday, Nov. 30. The Council's first action was to set a meeting for all County members to get a Flex Campaign update.
As MAAC workers that proudly work to fulfill the mission of the MAAC Project every day, we would like to invite each of you to a roundtable briefing to learn about the hopes and challenges we face
We are continuing the groundwork for the County contract negotiations with our County Chapter Rerun Voting Events starting Monday, Oct. 30, through Nov. 9.
Join us to shape the future of our union and discuss plans for a powerful contract. Resolution forms are available by following this link and at the Local 221 office. Engage in workshops on campaigns, social justice and contract strength, with entertainment and fun.
At Episcopal Community Services Head Start we will be taking action at 4:15 p.m. on Wednesday, June 14 at the Admin Offices in National City to demand fair pay
Join the first-ever hike in your Union together with coworkers. SEIU staff will lead both an easy hike and an intermediate hike. Please only join us if you are able to participate safely.
On Administrative Professionals Day, management recognizes that we are the backbone of our organizations, yet we often have to do more work for inadequate wages. If we want to see change, it has to start with you and me working together.
Join us for a special Member Political Organizer meeting Wednesday, April 12, for an important discussion regarding the resignation of Supervisor Nathan Fletcher and upcoming vacancy on the Board of Supervisors.
After the incredible rally on April 3, Neighborhood House Association management came to the bargaining table – and after eight hours of negotiating – your Bargaining Team reached a tentative agreement with NHA!
Attend the meet-and-greet with Sheriff Kelly Martinez at 10:30 a.m. Friday, April 14, to talk about our front-line experience working to ensure the safety of those in our care and more.
Members are invited to join us at the SDCERA Trustee Candidate Endorsement Meeting at 6 p.m. Tuesday, March 28. Help determine which candidates can best protect our Union-won retirement benefit.
At 9 a.m. Saturday, March 18, education and childcare workers across the country, in different areas and work places, will come together with one voice to make bold demands for our families, our students and our communities.
Attend the early endorsement meeting for Vice Chair Terra Lawson-Remer as we prepare for 2024. This is an opportunity to ask Supervisor Lawson-Remer questions and share the issues and challenges of employees.
Join us on Feb. 28 to hear SDCERA Board Members discuss important updates on our Union-won retirement benefit. We will hear directly from three Board Trustees: San Diego County Treasurer-Tax Collector Dan McAllister and SEIU Local 221 Union Members Bob Goodchild and Lisa Rhone.
Court Reporters are the guardians of the official record and the Court should spend its more than $2 million in funding to incentivize and retain these positions
Do you know County employees in any of these jobs? Facilities Management (such as Maintenance, Plumber, Electrician), Fleet Services (Technicians and Drivers), Emergency Services, Public Works or Wastewater Management
Your union closely examined the records and platforms of these candidates. On the issues that matter most – healthcare, retirement, job security – they are the best choice to support working families
Union-won benefit at Episcopal Community Services will continue until the end of June, and Union Stewards will meet with management about extending it if gas prices stay high.
Vote for SEIU-endorsed candidate R.W. “Bob” Goodchild for SDCERA Board of Retirement this week when the Registrar of Voters ballots should arrive for all SDCERA members in interoffice mail.
Your Bargaining Team is coming out strong! Thursday, our team presented an ambitious proposal to County senior management that reflects our value to the County and our communities.
Our Bargaining Team is only as strong as our membership! Make a plan to join your worksite Unity Rally this week - in-person or online. If you need info contact CountyContract@seiu221.org
SEIU members from across the county, backed by a sea of SEIU members in the audience, stood before the Board of Supervisors on Tuesday to testify about our struggles and the need for a strong contract that address the neglect of our workforce for a generation. We also brought thousands of petitions supporting a strong contract and our Bargaining Team.
Join us starting at 9 a.m. March 5 at Teralta Park for SEIU Unity Day. Add your 'strong contract goals' stay for tacos and a Union T-shirt or just drive by.
Iris Trammel, President of the African American Action Committee, talks about added County holiday, Juneteenth celebration and upcoming meeting with Supervisors
Are you ready for a County contract that reflects our hard work and dedication. All County members should sign up for the Virtual County Contract Bargaining Kickoff Meeting next week to learn about San Diego County Bargaining.
SEIU Local 221’s annual membership meeting is 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 16. We will have discussions and updates on winning for our members and working families, what’s at stake and our plan to win better contracts.
Thanks to all who attended the San Diego Contract Campaign Bargaining launch meeting. We are fired up to negotiate a contract that rewards hard-working employees who provide vital services to our communities.
More than 40 Organizing Committees have been meeting to prepare for the 2022 San Diego Contract Campaign since early spring. Now our County campaign is entering a new stage. Join us Sept. 16 and learn about how the Bargaining Team will fight to win a strong San Diego County contract, how to join the Bargaining Team and what's next in our campaign.
In the August paycheck, we should receive San Diego County COVID-19 compensation in one of the following categories: hazard pay ranging from $1,500 to $2,500 or teleworking payments of $750.
After a year of work in the streets, at the Board of Supervisors and at the bargaining table, the SEIU hazard pay bargaining team has finalized the COVID-19 Compensation Framework with the County.