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Nonprofit workers say: If you want to solve San Francisco’s biggest problems, pay frontline workers a living wage
Workers at city-funded nonprofits say the city’s efforts to tackle the crises of drug addiction, housing insecurity and mental health are hamstrung by short-staffing and turnover caused by low pay
On May 15, 2023, frontline SEIU 1021members employed by nonprofits funded by the City and County of San Francisco rallied on the steps of San Francisco City Hall to call on city leaders to fund cost of living adjustments (COLAs).
The workers say poverty wages are causing excessive turnover and recruitment problems in programs dedicated to addressing the city’s problems with drug addiction, untreated mental health disorders, and homelessness.
City of Oakland workers show up to support Mayor Sheng Thao’s budget
On Wednesday, May 3, Mayor Sheng Thao presented her budget to the Oakland City Council and the public. Working people united in SEIU 1021 and other community members were there to show their support.
City of Richmond TA Summary and Vote Schedule
With Job Classification Attachment A
The elected Bargaining Team has reached a Tentative Agreement (TA) for our contract re-opener on the classification and compensation study. Our Bargaining Team recommends a ‘YES’ vote. The vote schedule is below.
TA Summary
There will be a 4% raise effective the pay period which includes July 1, 2023. The raise is for both full-time and part-time units.
This is in addition to the raises in the contract which are 5% January 1, 2023, 4% January 1, 2024, and 4% effective January 1, 2025.
Chapter Meeting
Wednesday, March 29, 5:30 p.m., 100 Oak St., First Floor Meeting Room
As the City’s ransomware attack continues, we’re working hard to make sure all members get their payroll issues resolved and that their rights are protected. Come to our meeting for updates about this and more!
To make sure you get dinner, RSVP to our Member Resource Center at 1-877-687- 1021 by Monday, March 27.
Tell them you are RSVPing for the City of Oakland general membership meeting and purple swag door prize.
Meeting Agenda:
Our SEIU 1021 COVID Leave Expires March 31
During our last contract negotiations, SEIU 1021 members fought for and won an additional five (5) days of COVID leave for full-time workers. Parttime workers have pro-rated days of leave based on their schedules. This leave expires on March 31, and cannot be used after that time. To access this leave, visit the City’s website at the following link and click on “SEIU SPSL Certification”:
https://www.oaklandca.gov/resources/city-of-oakland-covid-19-employee-resources
Data breach and payroll update
Dear SEIU 1021 City of Oakland member:
The situation with the City’s ransomware attack, data
breach, and payroll issues is still ongoing and evolving. We are
continuing to meet regularly with them to resolve this and
protect our members. Here is what we know for now:
Data Breach And Payroll Update
Dear SEIU 1021 City of Oakland member:
We have continued to meet with the City about their data breach and payroll plans. We have reported to them that our members have had their information compromised, and demanded to review any communications they will be issuing.
SEIU 1021 members fight for justice and safety
In recent weeks and months, Northern California has gotten hammered by a series of powerful storms. During and after these storms, SEIU 1021 members put themselves on the line to ensure that the public stays safe. Recently, Oakland publication Oaklandside spoke with longtime City of Oakland street maintenance worker Dwight McElroy about the importance of this work and the way it gets done.
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.”
SEIU 1021 members in San Francisco put their solidarity on full display at annual Unity Party
Last Thursday, SEIU 1021 members across San Francisco joined together to celebrate another year for the history books. After negotiating strong agreements between our union and employers including the City and County of San Francisco as well as several nonprofit employers, there was good reason to celebrate.