Contra Costa County
Chapter News and Events
April Chapter Meeting: Special Guest - Supervisor Mary Piepho
04/19/2012
Please see the meeting announcement for next week's Chapter Meeting and agenda. Please note the alternate meeting location at 1308 Roman Way, Martinez.
Guest Speaker - Supervisor Mary Piepho
REMINDER: Local 21 March Chapter Meeting
03/27/2012
Join our chapter officers, executive board, stewards, and professional union staff March 28 for our monthly meeting. Agenda items include discussing our 2012 bargaining priorities, current issues affecting members, the upcoming Board of Supervisors elections, and an update for our Spring Chapter Picnic. Chapter Meetings are an opportunity for members to provide feedback and direction to chapter leaders and union staff.
February Chapter Meeting: 2012 Negotiations Scheduled to Begin Soon
02/16/2012
Please join us for the February Chapter Meeting. Note the new location - 1308 Roman Way, Martinez. Nominations for the 2012 Bargaining Team will be accepted from the floor of the meeting.
2012 Bargaining Team Election
02/06/2012
As Local 21 members approach yet another year of contract negotiations, the Nominating and Elections Committee has approved the nomination and election timelines for the 2012 Bargaining Team, also known as the Contract Negotiations Committee. Please review the timeline and nomination petition forms below. It is imperative that we elect a team to represent the interests of our entire membership. If you are interested in serving on the Bargaining Team or have questions about the level of involvement, contact a member of the 2011 Bargaining Team, an officer or Executive Board member, or Bra
Postpone Dissolution of Redevelopment Agencies: SUPPORT SB 659
01/12/2012
Save Jobs, Affordable Housing and Economic Development
As you may know, the CA Supreme Court ruled that the measure to abolish redevelopment was legal and that the bill allowing redevelopment programs to continue in exchange for shifting millions of dollars to the state was unconstitutional. Worse, they ruled that redevelopment agencies should wind down their activities by February 1, just days from now.
Local 21 Supports Coalition
12/02/2011
At our August Chapter Meeting, members unanimously passed a motion to support Coalition members win a fair and reasonable contract. During Local 21’s negotiations, Coalition Unions publicly and strongly supported Local 21 and helped fight back against Wisconsin-style, union-busting tactics. The Coalition has called on Local 21 to attend their Board of Supervisors action on December 6. Stand in support of our fellow union members and county employees!
October Chapter Meeting
10/19/2011
Join our chapter officers, executive board, stewards, and professional union staff October 26 for our monthly meeting. Agenda items include our upcoming holiday party, current issues affecting members, upcoming elections, and challenges and obstacles for next year’s negotiations. Chapter Meetings are an opportunity for members to provide feedback and direction to chapter leaders and union staff.
Health Care Plan Premium Rates 2012
10/12/2011
Contra Costa Members ratify New Contract by Overwhelming Majority
09/13/2011
On August 24, Local 21's
Members Gain Momentum in Contra Costa County Negotiations
08/18/2011
Days after hundreds of Local 21 members and allies pressured the Board to delay imposition and direct the CAO to attend negotiations, Local 21’s Bargaining Team met with the County negotiators and the CAO to explore ideas on closing the gap on key outstanding issues. Bargaining sessions have since focused on identifying areas of agreement and exploring options. At the August 15 bargaining session, both parties worked collaboratively to address each other’s concerns, agreeing on a possible outline for a framework for settlement.
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