SOLIDARITY WITH ATU LOCAL 265

A strike fund has been established and information can be found here (LINK). Contributions are collected by the International Union and designated to Local 265. They are used to supplement the ATU International's Local 265's strike benefits and individual hardship payments.

SAVE THE POST OFFICE!

March 23 Rally in San Jose

VTA STRIKE INFORMATION

The South Bay AFL-CIO Labor Council supports ATU (Amalgamated Transit Union) Local 265 members at the Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) who have voted to strike.

Despite six months of negotiations and on-going weekend discussions, management has not proposed meaningful family sustaining wages or improved working conditions for the over 1,500 members of the VTA workforce represented by ATU.

We are in solidarity with ATU 265 and their commitment to achieving long-term contract solutions to improve VTA staffing and working conditions. Please read the union message below and note the following information:

1) The strike goes into effect at 12:01 A.M this Monday 3/10. The public should avoid using VTA services.

2) There are five strike locations:

VTA Headquarters, 3331 N First St., San Jose
Light Rail Facility, 101 W Younger Ave., San Jose
North Yard, 1235 La Avenida St. Mountain View
Chaboya Yard, 2240 S 7th St., San Jose
Cerone Yard, 3990 Zanker Rd., San Jose

3) Advocate for the workers by taking action online and ask VTA management to bargain in good faith. Click HERE to help.

The labor movement supports the dignity of workers and their right to strike for a fair contract. Join the SBLC on the strike line this Tuesday 3/11 from 10am to 1pm at VTA Headquarters to demonstrate solidarity.

SJTA Educator Meet-Up and Movie

March 16, 2025

New documentary, AMERICAN AGITATORS, is a story of courage, persistence, and the power of collective action. Fred Ross Sr. worked alongside the legendary United Farm Workers organizers Dolores Huerta and César Chåvez to collectively achieve incredible gains for the labor movement. Fred Ross Sr. was a pioneer for racial and economic justice and impacted generations showing them how ordinary people can achieve extraordinary change.

On Sunday, March 16 @ 6:45p the California Theater will be premiering American Agitators, SJTA members will be meeting up beforehand at 5pm to socialize in solidarity (Location TBD). Come join us in community, learn more about how unions win, and what you can do with your colleagues to make collective action for change. Buy tickets early- they will sell out

BUY TICKETS HERE

Bay Area Fights Back

February 28, 2025 | 11:00 am

Meet at corner of El Camino and Page Mill Road

Join the South Bay Labor Council and community organization to defend our communities, schools, neighborhoods, and healthcare against the fascist billionaire coup!

Mental Health Symposium

Join the South Bay Labor Council, union representatives, and behavioral health specialists from Santa Clara County to discuss mental health and its impact on workers.

The panel will foster a dialogue, providing valuable insights and practical solutions for unions and allies. All are welcome to attend upon RSVP.

San Jose Special Election Campaign Volunteer Schedule

San Jose Special Election Campaign Kick-Off

2025 SBLC Calendar

Bowling for Change 2025

August 16, 2025 | 11:00 am - 2:00 pm

Union Volunteer Schedule

October Walks and Phone Banks

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November 2024 Endorsments

CLICK HERE TO SEE THE FULL LIST OF ENDORSEMENTS

UFCW 5 Lucky Workers Rally

October 24th, 4 pm - 6 pm

844 Blossom Hill Rd, San Jose 95123

SEIU-UHW Dialysis Workers on Strike

October 16th, 11 am - 1 pm

1450 S. White Rd, San Jose 95127

CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE

Opportunities for a Career in Fire Safety

September 28 - 29, 10:30 am - 12:00 pm

LEARN MORE HERE

Santa Clara County Veteran Stand Down 2024

October 2 - 4, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

CLICK HERE TO RSVP AND FOR EVENT DETAILS

Santa Clara County’s Stand Down 2024 is a free 3-day event designed to provide services and support to all veterans and their families.

2024 Labor Day Weekend BBQ

August 31, 11:30am-1:30pm

CLICK HERE TO RSVP AND FOR EVENT DETAILS

To learn more about sponsorships and other event details, email [email protected]

Union Night with the San Jose Earthquakes

August 31, 7:30 pm, PayPal Park

Union Members and affiliates from the South Bay and San Mateo Labor Councils are invited to enjoy discounted tickets to the game on August 31st when the San José Earthquakes play Minnesota United at PayPal Park.

Purchase tickets through the links below and be sure to note your affiliated union. The top 3 unions from each Labor Council with the highest attendance will receive a shoutout on the big screen and a food and beverage ticket for each member at the game.

Link for South Bay Union Members: https://fevo-enterprise.com/event/Southbay21

2024 Campaign Academy

August 30, 9:00 am to 1:00 pm

RSVP HERE

The California Federation of Labor Unions is working with the South Bay and San Mateo Central Labor Councils to host a Campaign Academy organizer training. Participants will have the opportunity to discuss and learn more about one-on-one communication skills, moving co-workers to action and organizing campaign tactics.

Unions are invited to send staff such as reps or stewards or other member activists to participate.

2024 Champions for Change

August 22, Reception at 6:00 pm

LEARN MORE AND PURCHASE TICKETS HERE

On August 22, Working Partnerships USA is bringing together the biggest voices and change makers in labor, community, business, law, government, and philanthropy to celebrate their 2024 Champions for Change gala.

CVS Workers Stand Together

June 22, 11:00 am, 2515 Berryessa Rd.

Join UFCW Locals 5, 135, 324, 648, 770, 1167, 1428 and 1442 in their fight for a better contract on June 22 at 2514 Berryessa Rd.

SJTA Solidarity Walk

March starting at 5:00 on May 23rd

Say No to the Taxpayer Deception Act

Press Conference on May 22, 10am

May 18th - SBLC Labor Brunch

This is our annual opportunity to gather with friends and supporters, provide updates on our year's work, and to honor Labor Champions.

Keynote Speaker: Attorney General Rob Bonta

There is still time to be an event sponsor, purchase a ticket, and place an ad in the program. Email [email protected] for more information. Click HERE for details.

2024 Guests and Awardees

We are thrilled to be honoring Labor Champions and to be hearing from leaders including keynote speaker CA Attorney General Rob Bonta, Secretary Treasurer of the California Labor Federation, Lorena Gonzalez, and the Speaker of the Assembly, Robert Rivas!

2024 Honorees

Unionist of the Year - Mullissa Willette, SEIU 521

Labor Champion - Santa Clara County Supervisor Cindy Chavez

Labor Coalition Award - City of San Jose Unions
(IFPTE 21, IBEW 332, AFSCME 101, OE3, IAFF Local 230)