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Hundreds of Alameda County workers and community members picket to say “Alameda County: STAFF UP NOW!”
On Monday, February 13, hundreds of Alameda County workers and community members rallied at Lake Merritt Amphitheater to protest the nearly 25% vacancy rate in the County, with 2,611 unfilled positions. The rally started with a moment of silence for Richard Valle, a longtime champion of labor and progressive causes across the East Bay, who recently passed away. The workers planted flags to represent the 2,611 vacancies, and marched to 1221 Oak St. to deliver a letter demanding the Board of Supervisors solve the staffing crisis.
City of Oakland Ransomware Attack: What You Need to Know
Dear SEIU 1021 City of Oakland Member:
As you may know, the City of Oakland has been the victim of a
ransomware attack. Ransomware attacks like this can make an
organization’s computer system vulnerable, “allow[ing]
hackers to steal sensitive information, block access to the
network, and demand payment to restore access and return the
files.”