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Solano County members on strike
They launched their unfair labor practice strike Tuesday, January 13, with 3 other unions
Beginning Tuesday, January 13, SEIU 1021 members employed by Solano County, alongside a majority of public county employees represented by Solano County’s other labor unions, including IFPTE Local 21, IUOE Local 39, and UAPD, began a two-day strike in protest of the County’s unfair labor practices.
After four months of negotiations, administrators have failed to bargain in good faith to address their demands to improve staffing and working conditions.
SEIU 1021 members at Superior Court of Marin County rally against short staffing
Wednesday, January 7, SEIU 1021 members at Superior Court of Marin County rallied at lunchtime, calling out unjust short staffing. Chronic understaffing has caused families to be separated for far too long and people to be held in jail without the speedy trials they’re guaranteed.
California Gig Workers Union applauds California Public Utilities Commission’s call for public hearing on Waymo and autonomous vehicles
Local gig drivers and community members flooded a California Public Utilities Commission public hearing on Waymo and other autonomous vehicles (also known as “robotaxis”) operations, citing the need for transparency, public safety, and worker protections as driverless vehicles expand their presence on city streets.
“These cuts won’t heal!”
SEIU 1021 members fight against layoffs to protect public health
Alameda Health System is Alameda County’s safety-net healthcare system. It serves a low-income, mostly Black and brown population.
SEIU 1021 Members Take Action to Defend Workers’ Rights and Public Services in Solano County
SEIU Local 1021 members in Solano County are taking decisive action to demand fairness, accountability, and respect at the bargaining table.
On Tuesday, January 13 and Wednesday, January 14, SEIU 1021 members will join colleagues from IFPTE Local 21, Operating Engineers Local 39, and the Union of American Physicians & Dentists (UAPD) in a two-day unfair labor practice strike in response to Solano County’s failure to bargain in good faith.
This action comes after months of negotiations in which County management has refused to meaningfully address core issues impacting workers’ rights and the public services our members provide.
Why SEIU 1021 Is Taking This Stand
SEIU 1021 Members Take Action to Defend Workers’ Rights and Public Services in Solano County
SEIU Local 1021 members in Solano County are taking decisive action to demand fairness, accountability, and respect at the bargaining table.
On Tuesday, January 13 and Wednesday, January 14, SEIU 1021 members will join colleagues from IFPTE Local 21, Operating Engineers Local 39, and the Union of American Physicians & Dentists (UAPD) in a two-day unfair labor practice strike in response to Solano County’s failure to bargain in good faith.
This action comes after months of negotiations in which County management has refused to meaningfully address core issues impacting workers’ rights and the public services our members provide.
Why SEIU 1021 Is Taking This Stand
Big wins at Felton Institute: Almost 350 new members join SEIU 1021; existing members ratify new contract
Workers at the Felton Institute, a nonprofit that provides social services for some of the Bay Area’s most vulnerable children, adults, and seniors, scored two big victories last month.
Solano County members issue strike notice after County fails to bargain in good faith
Members will strike next Tuesday & Wednesday
SEIU Local 1021 members working for Solano County, along with their coworkers from IFPTE Local 21, IUOE Local 39, and UAPD, have formally issued a strike notice after months of stalled negotiations and repeated unfair labor practices by county management.
County workers will go on strike on Tuesday, January 13, and Wednesday, January 14, unless the County takes immediate action to bargain in good faith and reach a fair agreement.
SEIU 1021 SFDPH members fight for safety overhaul following murder of SF General Hospital worker
The death was preventable—but the City has refused to address workers' safety concerns for years
This month, the San Francisco General Hospital and Department of Public Health communities were shaken by a preventable tragedy: the murder of a social worker who was killed while doing the job he loved.
SEIU 1021 members honored the life of Alberto Rangel alongside members of UPTE, the union he belonged to as an employee of UCSF, with a candlelight vigil on Sunday, December 7, and Monday, December 8, in front of SFGH.
SEIU 1021 partners up with food banks for the holidays
The holidays are a time to rejoice with friends and
family. But the pressure to come together to break bread and
share a warm meal can also serve as a reminder of the harsh
economic times people face as they struggle to put food on the
table. Combatting food insecurity is one of the core values for
our members at SEIU 1021.
East Bay update
Wins and losses from across the region
With nearly 20,000 members and 50 separate employers, SEIU 1021 always has something going on in the East Bay, and this holiday season is no exception.
Members at the Port of Oakland recently voted to ratify their new contract with an 86% YES vote. The three-year deal includes innovative COLA provisions tied to inflation, a new holiday for Juneteenth, a premium of nearly 10% for graveyard shift workers, and strong new disciplinary protections that allow workers to have written reprimands sealed and removed from their records.
Classified staff & teachers picket Sonoma County Office of Education to protect students’ education
SEIU 1021 members who keep the Sonoma County Office of Education running picketed on Wednesday, Dec. 17 to advocate for students and staff alike. The proud public servants included special education teachers, teaching assistants, licensed vocational nurses, accounting technicians, and more.
Their message is clear: Students lose when bureaucracy grows, and the Superintendent should put students first!
Solano County Public Servants Pass Strike Authorization Vote by 98%
On Thursday, December 11, Solano County public servants represented by SEIU 1021, IFPTE Local 21, and IUOE Local 39 voted 98% YES to authorize a strike if necessary. Workers across Health & Social Services, Children’s Support Services, Sheriff Dispatch, mental health, public works, parks, and more sent a clear message: the County must address its staffing crisis.
SEIU 1021 Oakland Unified School District (OUSD) members ratify historic contract with overwhelming approval
After 10 months of negotiations, SEIU Local 1021 members at Oakland Unified School District have approved one of the strongest contracts in our chapter’s history with a 98% YES vote.
Early childhood instructional aides, special education support specialists, early literacy tutors, culture keepers, climate ambassadors, clerical staff, and many more essential workers came together to win a transformative agreement.
Stockton turkey giveaway feeds hundreds for the holidays
The SEIU 1021 Stockton office hosted its Holiday Turkey Giveaway on Tuesday, Dec. 9 to help feed hundreds of members and their families. Drivers lined up in the parking lot well before the start of the collection in anticipation of the cherished tradition. Stockton Vice President Taffie Walter says it all started during the covid-19 pandemic when people were forced to stay apart. Members came up with the idea to distribute the birds for a take-home meal people could prepare themselves.
Victory! SEIU 1021 members lead & win on protecting quality care for adults with severe mental illness in San Francisco
SF Department of Public Health has agreed not to contract out care at its highly successful board and cares programs
SEIU 1021 members working hand-in-hand with residents, their loved ones, and their advocates scored a monumental victory last week when the San Francisco Department of Public Health (SFDPH) backed away from its push to privatize its board and care programs for adults and seniors with severe mental illness.
Volunteers gather at SEIU 1021 to kick off signature gathering drive for the SF “Overpaid CEO Act”
The tax on corporations that pay their top executives more than 100x their median employees would raise $200 million annually to protect public services in San Francisco
Over 150 volunteers packed the SEIU 1021 San Francisco union hall Saturday, December 6, to kick off a signature gathering drive to qualify the “Overpaid CEO Act” for the June 2026 ballot. A broad coalition of community groups, labor organizations, and elected leaders are advancing this local measure to protect San Francisco’s public hospitals, clinics, and in-home supportive services from the Trump administration.
SEIU 1021 members at Solano County hold holiday community walk to sound alarm on staffing crisis
They canvassed local businesses dressed as Santa’s helpers to raise awareness
Thursday, December 4, SEIU 1021 members working for Solano County launched a holiday community walk to warn residents about how the growing staffing crisis is affecting public services. Beginning at 675 Texas Street in Fairfield, workers dressed as Santa’s helpers and holiday elves visited local businesses to post “Solano for All” signs and speak directly with the community about the impacts of understaffing.
Warm wishes for the holiday season
As we head into the first of several holidays this season, we want to extend warm wishes to all SEIU 1021 members.
However you spend this time, resting, gathering with loved ones, or taking some downtime to catch your breath, we hope it brings comfort and connection.
SEIU 1021 members get strike-ready in Solano County
They're speaking up alongside IFPTE 21 & IUOE 39 after weeks of stalled contract negotiations
Thursday, November 13, 500 members of SEIU 1021, IFPTE Local 21, and IUOE Local 39 working for Solano County attended Strike School. Organization around Strike School comes after months of stalled negotiations between Solano County employees and the County Administration. Workers have held several pickets and rallies to shed light on the unprecedented attacks on public services.