July 14, 2023
Local 1000 Prepares Next Steps for Contract Campaign
Wednesday July 19th at CalHR
The State will continue to hear our members voices as we fight for a contract that pays workers what they need. Building on the success of our last rally, our Sacramento DLCs, including DLC 764, 785, 787, 788, 789, and 794, are rallying again outside of CalHR Headquarters to tell them we won’t tolerate their lowball tactics anymore.
Where: CalHR Headquarters, 1810 16th Street, Sacramento
When: Wednesday, July 19, 11:30 a.m. – 1:00
p.m.
Lunch and Water Provided, Wear Purple
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