AFSCME NEWS

Thanks to your collective action, it looks like we’ve done the impossible — beat back City Hall’s proposed layoffs. While the City hasn’t...

On Wednesday, April 17th—the union officially filed a grievance against the City of San José in response to its plan to force hybrid...

We’re excited to share that AFSCME-endorsed candidate Gabby Chavez-Lopez has emerged as the top vote-getter in the San Jose District 3...

The City of San Jose has released its latest budget forecast, and while the projected shortfall has dropped from $60 million to $45.7...

We are in a critical fight to protect jobs and public services in San Jose. The City’s $60 million budget shortfall threatens not only...

The City of San Jose is facing a critical budget shortfall, and layoffs of active staff are on the table. You may have seen City Manager...

MEF-AFSCME Local 101 is calling on you to become a steward and make a difference in your workplace and across the city! Our union...

MEF-AFSCME Local 101 is calling for nominations  for the role of Department Director(s) to serve on the MEF Board of Directors. This is...

We want to share an important update with you regarding the City of San Jose’s 2025-2026 budget planning process. Based on the City's own...

WASHINGTON – AFSCME President Lee Saunders released the following statement in response to executive orders Donald Trump signed on day...

WASHINGTON – AFSCME President Lee Saunders released the following statement on the National Day of Mourning honoring the life and legacy...

WASHINGTON – AFSCME President Lee Saunders released the following statement after it was announced that the Service Employees...

We at MEF-AFSCME Local 101 are deeply committed to supporting the family of our beloved member, Community Service Officer Long Pham, who...

In  a video message  that AFSCME delegates watched at our union’s 46th International Convention, Vice President Kamala Harris praised...

Tim Walz explains how the Harris-Walz ticket will deliver for workers. Watch the full speech here https://www.youtube.com/live/54YzmboRHG...

It is with deep sadness that we announce that a fellow San Jose employee and MEF member, Community Service Officer Long Pham, was killed...

Unlock Your Fitness Potential with a 20% Discount! At MEF-AFSCME Local 101, we believe in staying active and maintaining a healthy...

WASHINGTON – AFSCME President Lee Saunders issued the following statement announcing AFSCME’s endorsement of Vice President Kamala Harris...

The Municipal Employees Federation (MEF-AFSCME Local 101) is proud to announce a significant victory in our ongoing efforts to ensure...

We are excited to inform our members about a significant legislative victory that will expand our union’s strength and reach, ensuring...