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Local 1000 builds a strong member-led union by educating, organizing and mobilizing membership in the workplace, political arena and the union itself, to improve the living standard and rights of members, their families and other working people, and to achieve economic and social justice.

Health happens in the workplace

3:50 PM - May 7, 2012
yvonne_oz_web.jpgNew health & wellness project encourages a healthy lifestyle

Local 1000 President Yvonne R. Walker, TV host Dr. Mehmet Oz and several hundred state employees literally took the first steps towards a healthier lifestyle by taking a walk around the block together at the kickoff event for a new health and wellness program.

In order to foster a future culture of healthy choices in the workplace, Local 1000 is partnering with elected officials, state agencies and private foundations to launch this member-led pilot project.
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Categories: Your Union | Tags: Dr. Oz, Health and Wellness |

Live Telephone Town Hall

10:56 AM - April 20, 2012
brown_phone.jpgYou're invited to participate in a live Telephone Town Hall on Monday, April 23 at 5:50 p.m.

Local 1000 President Yvonne R. Walker will be joined by special guest Governor Jerry Brown to talk about the Schools and Local Public Safety Protection Act of 2012. The governor's revenue initiative, supported by Local 1000, is designed to help get our state back on track.
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Categories: Your Union | Tags: Jerry Brown, public safety, tele-town hall |

Activities Celebrating Cèsar E. Chàvez

10:47 AM - March 23, 2012
cesar_chavez_web.pngYou are invited to join fellow Local 1000 members and celebrate the life and contributions of labor and civil rights activist Cèsar E. Chàvez.
 
12th Annual Cèsar E. Chàvez Youth Leadership Conference and Celebration - Arts, Education, Health and Job Fair

Saturday, March 24
8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Robert Cooley Middle School, 9300 Prairie Woods Way, Roseville
Children of the sixth through twelfth grade, their parents and families are welcome to register for this free event (parking is also free) by visiting www.hear2000.org
 

12th Annual Cèsar E. Chàvez March and Rally

Saturday, March 31
10 a.m. March begins
Southside Park (6th and T Streets), Sacramento
There will be speakers, live music and food at this free event. Click to RSVP >>

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Categories: Your Union | Tags: cesar chavez, si se puede |

One Voice Town Hall: Political action - accountability from leaders

3:30 PM - March 21, 2012
tami_tom_web.jpgLegislators report back to members who helped get them elected

Political action is not just about helping elect people who support state services; it also includes maintaining a relationship between our members and the people who represent them.

For nearly two months, SEIU members have been holding meetings with political candidates and incumbent legislators to ask questions and discuss legislative priorities.

"It's important that legislators see SEIU members, especially Local 1000 folks like us, as their constituents and active participants in government and politics," said Marc Toft, an Employment Development Department employee from San Francisco.
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Categories: Your Union | Tags: election, Fight for a Fair Economy, political |

Call center: A vital resource for members

12:24 PM - February 24, 2012
Effective, timely support

Thousands of Local 1000 members who phone our Member Resource Center (MRC) with questions are getting fast reliable answers provided by trained representatives.

Local 1000's call center has handled nearly 200,000 calls since it opened in November 2009, covering issues important to state workers and the business of Local 1000--contract language, civil service rules and representation. MRC representatives also refer members to other Local 1000 resources including job stewards, union representatives and staff attorneys.

"We want to be able to help our members get the information they need in a timely fashion," said Local 1000 President Yvonne R. Walker. "Whether the question is the time and place of a meeting or a complicated issue involving our contract, it's our job to have answers."
fast and efficient.
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Categories: Campaign News, Your Union | Tags: mrc, urc |

Channel 1000 LIVE - Thursday, February 9

9:24 AM - February 7, 2012
Yvonne_Walker_small.jpgJoin Local 1000 President Yvonne Walker for the Channel 1000 town hall, broadcasting LIVE from San Diego

Watch the live broadcast on Channel 1000

Date:
Thursday, February 9

Time:
Dinner begins at 5:15 p.m.
Show runs from 6 - 7 p.m.

Place:
Teamsters Local 542
4666 Mission Gorge Place
San Diego, CA  92120

Complimentary dinner will be served, and childcare will be provided.

Discussion will include California State Budget, 2012 Initiatives and issues regarding your pension.

Submit questions to channel1000@seiu1000.org

Please RSVP to 866.471.SEIU (7348) to attend
Categories: Your Union | Tags: budget, Channel 1000, Pension, Town Hall |

Know your rights: Underpaid or Overpaid

8:59 AM - January 25, 2012
Larry Perkins1) The state notified me that I was overpaid. What are my rights?

In order for the state to collect from you, the overpayment has to be within the past three years. The state is required to issue an advance notice to you with the exact amount owed and the reason for the overpayment.

You can dispute the amount of an overpayment notice if you believe it is in error, or you may use leave credits (other than sick days) to satisfy the overpayment.

2) I did not receive my paycheck-- what can I do?

If you do not receive your pay check on payday, contact your departmental payroll office and request a salary advance. If the departmental payroll office is unable to help you, contact your Local 1000 steward or call the Member Resource Center at 866.471.SEIU (7348).
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Categories: Know your rights, Your Union | Tags: overpaid, rights, underpaid |

Member's journey: Growing into activism

10:24 AM - January 17, 2012
Maria Patterson understands those state workers who make no effort to get involved in the union or become politically active.
She used to be one.

"I've worked 17 years for the state, but I never really felt inspired until 2008," said Patterson, a custodian for the Department of General Services in Stockton.

"I heard President Yvonne Walker speak, and I decided to get involved a little."
Patterson doesn't do anything halfway - a little activity soon became a lot.

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Categories: Your Union | Tags: activism, maria patterson, member action |

31st Annual March for the Dream

9:47 AM - January 12, 2012
martin_luther_kingjr.jpgJoin Local 1000 members and participate in the march!

Martin Luther King Jr. March Information:
DATE: January 16, 2012
MEET TIME: 8:30 a.m. (March begins at 9:30)
LOCATION: Corner of Freeport and 12th Avenue at
Sacramento City College
(3835 Freeport Bl. - free parking) NOTE: There will be free shuttle return transportation available from the Convention Center

Celebration Information:
DATE: January 16, 2012
TIME: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
LOCATION: Sacramento Convention
Center (Downtown Sacramento)

Local 1000 members wear purple!

We will have a booth at the celebration. For more information contact Melvin Stewart at mstewart@seiu1000.org or 831.236.2224

For details about the march visit: MLK365.com

Download the flier here >>


Categories: Your Union | Tags: march, Martin Luther King Jr. |

Holiday Dinner Photos

4:54 PM - December 22, 2011
holiday_dinner_web.jpgAll photos from the Holiday Dinner, 2011 are posted on SEIU Local 1000's Flickr page.Thanks to all who participated.

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Categories: Your Union | Tags: Christmas, Holiday Dinner, Photos |

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