Correction: The San Mateo Labor Council does not “stand with (Mayor Lee) in the fire on the side of justice”. The Labor Council opposes the recall. This should not be inferred as support of Mayor Lee’s recent series of actions and allegations. - Julie Lind, SMCLC
“ But a nod from Hedges also means a likely union endorsement for those running for office.” While we adore Councilman Hedges and our endorsements often align with his, his individual support will neither drive nor allow circumvention by candidates of the Labor Council’s endorsement proce…
Several important corrections to Ms. Gilson’s letter:
In my letter, I made no mention of Local 39 receiving or not receiving benefits while on strike. I spoke generally of the struggles of striking members and what has to be considered when deciding whether or not to vote to strike.…
Hi there! The primary is actually in June of next year, not March: https://www.sos.ca.gov/elections/upcoming-elections/statewide-direct-primary-election-june-7-2022
A little background on the recent budget cuts proposed for Redwood City Fire Department.
The City manager has met recently with the association President followed by a Zoom conference with the entire executive board on or around the 13 of October. She met with the entire fir…
San Mateo Labor Council commented on The test of scrutiny
Correction: The San Mateo Labor Council does not “stand with (Mayor Lee) in the fire on the side of justice”. The Labor Council opposes the recall. This should not be inferred as support of Mayor Lee’s recent series of actions and allegations. - Julie Lind, SMCLC
San Mateo Labor Council commented on Delegates to the state convention
“ But a nod from Hedges also means a likely union endorsement for those running for office.” While we adore Councilman Hedges and our endorsements often align with his, his individual support will neither drive nor allow circumvention by candidates of the Labor Council’s endorsement proce…
San Mateo Labor Council commented on Local 39 retains health care benefits during strike
Several important corrections to Ms. Gilson’s letter:
In my letter, I made no mention of Local 39 receiving or not receiving benefits while on strike. I spoke generally of the struggles of striking members and what has to be considered when deciding whether or not to vote to strike.…
San Mateo Labor Council commented on Steven Booker, candidate for Board of Supervisors
Hi there! The primary is actually in June of next year, not March: https://www.sos.ca.gov/elections/upcoming-elections/statewide-direct-primary-election-june-7-2022
San Mateo Labor Council commented on Redwood City explores cuts
A little background on the recent budget cuts proposed for Redwood City Fire Department.
The City manager has met recently with the association President followed by a Zoom conference with the entire executive board on or around the 13 of October. She met with the entire fir…