Kaiser Candidate Statements - United Healthcare Workers West

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SEIU-UHW GENERAL LEADERSHIP ELECTION 2014
Kaiser
KAISER NORTHERN CALIFORNIA
KAISER DIVISION: EAST BAY
KAISER DIVISION: SOUTH BAY
KAISER DIVISION: NORTH BAY
KAISER DIVISION: WEST BAY
KAISER DIVISION: CENTRAL VALLEY
KAISER DIVISION: SACRAMENTO
KAISER SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
KAISER DIVISION: SOUTH LA
KAISER DIVISION: CENTRAL /EAST
KAISER DIVISION: WEST/NORTH
KAISER DIVISION: MEDICAL SOCIAL WORKERS
KAISER FINANCE AND ETHICS OFFICERS
Please note: *Candidates designated by asterisk * are those who have
contested elections, meaning more candidates verified than number of
positions available; candidate with the most votes wins. All other candidates
have no opposition, but it is important that voters in these constituencies
choose to vote, as vote totals are used to determine delegate selection to the
International Union Convention.
KAISER DIVISION: EAST BAY EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
EARLENE PERSON
Kaiser Oakland
Slate: SEIU-UHW Members United for Strength (MUST)
KAISER DIVISION: EAST BAY EXECUTIVE
BOARD
Kaiser Antioch
CLARINDA JOHNSON
RUBY ROBLEY
Kaiser Walnut Creek
ALLAN ABED
JOHN CUDDIHY
LINDA HUNTER
I have been a Kaiser employee and UHW member for
over 15 years, and chief shop steward for the past 5 years.
At the request of our members, I am running for
Executive Board. I presently serve on the following
committees: LMP DSA, JAT, Managers & Chiefs, LAB Steering, UBT Sponsor,
Steward Voting and HNS Safety, and lots more.
I realize this is a great responsibility. If chosen to fill this position I will honor
the following responsibilities:
1. Representing the interest of all members within my constituency;
2. Being a steward & chief;
3. Understanding the issues affecting the membership by talking to stewards,
members, and union staff; attending steward council meetings; conducting
facility visits; being accessible to members; and attending membership
meetings;
4. Being visible by attending actions for the union and other unions;
representing the union at central labor council, public board, and
community meetings;
5. Identifying, promoting, recruiting, training, and mentoring stewards and
members;
6. Participating in and recruiting members to participate in the union’s
organizing campaigns.
In closing I say vote for me, Linda Hunter, someone you can trust and count on
to represent you to the fullest.
Kaiser Martinez
JOSHUA WOOD
Hi, my name is Joshua Wood. I am running to represent
Martinez Kaiser on the SEIU-UHW Executive board. I
feel I have the knowledge and drive needed to properly
represent Martinez for our union. By voting for me, you
will be voting in a representative who will do his best to
represent the will and wishes of Martinez Kaiser. I have the will and inspiration
necessary to advance our goals and initiatives, and to improve the ties between
union and member. In these turbulent times, I hope to keep our members
foremost in my mind, making our well-being and ability to thrive my only goal.
Thank your for your support, and if you need any information about our union,
call upon me.
Kaiser Berkeley Lab/KPPACC
*HILLARY DISTEFANO
Slate: INDEPENDENT
My name is Hillary Distefano over the past several years I have focused on
representing the rights of my fellow co workers. If elected to the Executive
Board I would continue that fight to ensure that our issues and concerns are
held at the highest priority. I will represent my constituents with loyalty
and perseverance to help build and maintain a strong united front. I will
not hesitate to address members interest. I look forward to serving you.
*MARTA HERNANDEZ
I was a part of UWOC during the trusteeship. I have always
understood what the power of union means.
Being on this leadership team to me means:
Coming together with all divisions across our union to
support and drive the work that helps our communities, gives
us better bargaining power, being a part of organizing the unorganized.
Knowing the difference I can make in my children and community lives.
Kaiser Oakland
SONYA ALLEN-SMITH
I would like to be on the Executive Board because I enjoy
working with people and learning new things. Being on the EBoard will allow me the opportunity to work for and with our
union members as we learn and grow together.
LEODIS CONLEY JR
My experiences on the past executive board were very enlightening:
learning the steps of addressing the entire body of the Eboard, challenging
issues and concerns, working on resolutions, teamwork, and developing a
strategic awareness while representing all members across our union’s
divisions (Kaiser, Hospital, Nursing Home, Home Care).
I am totally encouraged to continue our great work on the Eboard, and to
further enrich our members’ livelihoods and lives, and the communities we
serve! It was definitely a surreal experience, an exciting moment in my life.
I was a part of a lot of great campaigns for bettering and improving the
lives for all Californians. Let’s Get Healthy CA was one of those
extraordinary campaigns, another was on June 4,2013 when our Eboard
had thousands of members at the state capitol lobbying for the first time in
their lives! So all can say is mighty, mighty, mighty union!
STARKISHA THOMAS
What it means to me to be a part of this leadership team is to
be a part of the work we do to make not only workers lives
better, but also how we are now reaching out to our
communities. With the attack now on unions I understand why it is important
for us as SEIU-UHW members to show how we reach across all our divisions
and work together to organize the unorganized. I know the work we do now
helps us at the bargaining table, and it also helps me to provide a better life for
my daughter.
KAISER DIVISION: SOUTH BAY EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
MARY LUFKIN
Kaiser San Jose
The strength of the union is in its collective voice. As an
employee of twenty seven years and Chief Shop steward
for 26.5 of those years here at Kaiser, I have worked
various departments and positions and I can say with
confidence, it’s truly unity which brings the perspectives
of the members to light. I have been on many committees’
and worked on lost time for the union many times. I have served on the
executive committee for a little over a year for its remainder of that term. I
am willing and capable to represent all of our co-workers and move this
union, as well as our facilities forward with continued leadership and
representation in SEIU-UHW. The responsibilities of this executive seat
are vital in dealing with the subjects of today for our union. I would like the
opportunity to finish what we just barely started before my term was up in
a little over a year. Please elect me for executive committee to represent
your voice. “Vote for the MUST Slate”. Thank you
KAISER DIVISION: SOUTH BAY EXECUTIVE BOARD
Kaiser San Jose/San Jose AACC *ERIC ABBOTT
My name is Eric Abbott, and I’m running on the SEIUUHW MUST slate our Executive Board. It would be a
privilege to represent the voice of our San Jose, Gilroy,
and AACC members. As an executive board member, I will
strive to speak on behalf our membership, help push our
political agenda, and ensure that the labor movement grows in strength and
influence. I have experience on my department’s WPS team, the Integrated
WPS Subcommittee, and Live Well Be Well. I am currently a Molecular
Genetics Technologist, steward, improvement advisor, UBT co-chair, lead
our Local Resource Network, and am the Union Partnership Representative
(UPR). The infrastructure and many of the programs that I have helped
drive and spearhead are touted as “best-practices” for Northern California
and all other regions. My experience as a steward and your UPR,
supporting labor in all of our Unit Based Teams, has taught me that
transparency and clear communication are vital to the success of any
representative position. As an Executive Board member, I know that my
experience will help serve the interest of our membership, making our
union stronger and advancing the labor movement across the country.
“Vote for the MUST Slate.”
*SAMANTHA K. BROWN
My name is Samantha Brown and I am running for a seat
on the Executive Board as part of the SEIU-UHW MUST
slate. I have been a dedicated Union member at Kaiser
Permanente since 2005, serving diligently as a Steward
since 2008. As a UBT Co-lead I strive to make sure that
the Labor and Management work to make decisions with
integrity and purpose. I would like to expand my representation of San Jose
Medical/ Appointments and Advice Call Center to ensure that SEIU-UHW
is a true reflection of its constituency. It is my intention to work alongside
Executive Board members to improve representational excellence and
make sure that we empower and engage all of our members. I envision a
stronger and more integral union through which we can mobilize to effect
political and social change. “Vote for the MUST Slate.” Thank you
*GLORIA FERNANDEZ
Slate: INDEPENDENT
January 31, 2014
My Fellow Brothers and Sisters:
I Gloria Fernandez humble myself to the SEIU-UHW West members. I
pledge that I will continue adhere by our Contract and represent our
members in good faith.
I have been a member of the SEIU-UHW Executive Board for the past three
years and I have participated and represented our Contract for the last 17
years.
I have treated my members with respect and gratitude and I have upheld
every decision that has agreed upon at our Executive Board meetings.
I feel that my suburb knowledge of our contract and my time with the
Union serves as a validatic will continue to adhere, acknowledge and
represent our members and SEIU-UHW Contract.
*H. LYNETTE HARPER
Slate: INDEPENDENT
I have been your Executive Board Member elected by
the people for the people of the San Jose Kaiser
facility for the last 3 years. I have been a strong voice
for members on-site, off site and most importantly at
the Executive Board meetings whether it has been in
San Luis Obispo, Fresno or Sacramento. I have never missed one meeting. I
am constantly involved with issues that effect my members whether it be
Healthy California Initiatives, UBT Sponsorship, Covered California Health
Care and endless hours of representing members at our facility.
I have been and still will be committed to being your voice.
I am not a VOTE for the status quo. I am your Voice and YOUR Vote.
Please Re-Elect H. Lynette Harper
*PEGGY OBRIEN
Slate: INDEPENDENT
To: UHW Members- San Jose Kaiser,
I ask for your vote to the SEIU-UHW Executive Board. I have been on the
board for the last 3 years, worked at Kaiser for 35 years, been on the last 2
contract bargaining teams, as well as a Shop Steward. A lot of good work
has been done with the union and more to be done. I want to see more of
the good work we can do for all of us employees and our families. So please
give me the chance to continue the work that needs to be done.
Thank you,
Peggy O’Brien.
*ETHAN RUSKIN
I am running for a seat on the Executive Board of our
union on the SEIU-UHW MUST slate. I want to represent
the San Jose Medical Center and Appointment and Advice
Call Center to ensure our union grows in membership,
increases in political strength, becomes a premiere
healthcare organization, and continues to improve in representational
excellence. I have been a leader in this union since I helped the Health
Educators join as a member of the bargaining team in 2007.
Since then I have become a Steward and eventually a Chief Steward. For the
past 2 years I served the San Jose Medical Center and AACC as your
contract specialist. I have also represented the Labor Management
Partnership as a labor sponsor and facilitator for our UBTs and helped
make the San Jose Medical Center the model not only for the Northern
California region but for all of Kaiser. My goal as your representative on
the Executive board of SEIU-UHW is to make sure you are educated about
the vision and direction or our union and make sure to represent your
interests to the best of my ability.
“Vote for the Must Slate”
Kaiser Santa Clara
ROSALIE GARCIA BERNAL
My name is Rosalie Garcia Bernal. I’m running for Eboard
because I would like to be part of a group that brings
positive change to our organization. I would like to be able
to keep our members informed on all our progress and
accomplishments in our organization’s future. I can make a
positive impact to the Eboard organization, because I have
been a Steward for the past three years. I’m also the Santa
Clara Council Cope chair. I have a deep passion for COPE
and where these funds go. In the past year, I have gotten involved in the
branch of our union in which we support immigration reform – which our
COPE funds also support. I have attended rallies that support immigration
reform in the Central Valley and I have also gone door to door to prompt
immigration reform. I also have a passion for healthcare reform. I have
attended two community events to help out on the healthcare sign ups. I
also have the support of my family on all the issues that I am passionate
for. My family has helped me and has attended all these events to help
SEIU-UHW. “Vote for the MUST Slate.”
SALIVIENIA BROWN
My name is Salivienia Brown, known as Sally! I’m your
Rep Chair and a Chief Steward. I have worked for Kaiser
for 19 years. I have learned a lot while working at Kaiser,
and I continue to learn. I’ve represented some of you in
different cases or maybe have just answered some of your
questions, concerning your union rights. I’ve been honest
and shared my knowledge with you. I would like to learn
more by being on the Eboard. I am asking you for your support by voting
for me as one of your executive members on the board!
Being on this Board will allow me to be your voice, to voice your concerns,
and allow me to be your ears to hear what changes are being proposed. I
will be able to bring back my knowledge and share it. I will gladly receive
your feedback and share the knowledge that you have with the executive
board. With your knowledge and my knowledge, as a Kaiser employee,
together it will help me be even a stronger board member.
Please vote for me and “The MUST Slate”
MARLA S. HEATH
My name is Marla S. Heath; I have been the Chief Shop
Steward for SEIU-UHW for eight years and an employee
of Kaiser Permanente Hospital for more than 12 years in
the Surgery Department. I am currently serving in the
role of Contract Specialist. Born in Sapulpa Oklahoma, I moved to
California in 1987, and I currently reside in Gilroy.
I am running for Executive Board to advocate the rights for members while
gaining more experience that will make me a good candidate. My
experience as Chief Steward, ability to communicate, and listening skills
have taught me to handle different situations as they arrive, giving me the
knowledge to perform the duties expected and represent the board and
their voice. I believe any good elected official is one that continues to listen
to the opinions and the sentiments of those represented. As such, if elected
again as an Executive Board Member I will continue to work, listen, and
properly convey the feelings of the members and the issues. “Vote for the
MUST Slate.” Thank you
SARAH MINJOE
Hello, my name is Sarah Minjoe and I have been
working for Kaiser Permanente for over 8 years. I
really like my job and the people that I work with.
Part of the reason I enjoy working here is that our
union, SEIU-UHW has really worked hard for us so
that we have the best benefits possible. From job security to sick leave,
vacation days & medical benefits. I believe we truly are blessed to be
working here; it’s not only a blessing for me but my family as well. I would
like to help our union move for word in the upcoming years. This is why I
would like to put my name up for nomination for the SEIU-UHW Executive
Board. “Vote for the MUST Slate”
TIM ROSE
I’m a Registered Dental Assistant at Santa Clara, and I’ve
been here at Kaiser for 2 years. Growing up I remember
always wanting to work for Kaiser because my mother has
worked at the Santa Teresa campus my entire life. She
always said what a great job it was and what great benefits
she received. As I got older, I came to understand that the job and benefits
were as good as they were because of the support of the union. After joining
the Kaiser family, I got involved by becoming a steward as soon as I could.
To me there is nothing as fulfilling as being part of a group that has the
opportunity to help others enjoy and feel secure in their jobs. Being part of
UHW allows me to help my coworkers and make sure people are able to go
home and continue to brag about their job and the benefits they receive.
This is why I am taking the opportunity to run for the Eboard on the
upcoming ballot so that I can continue to do all I can to help my Kaiser
family members. “Vote for the MUST Slate”
KAISER DIVISION: NORTH BAY EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
OLLIE ALLEN
Kaiser Vallejo
My Name is Ollie Allen and I am running for the Executive
Committee seat to help our members participate in this
labor movement. I am determined to invigorate our
membership to exhibit a renewed energy to make SEIUUHW the union that helps our members to serve the best
interests of their families and the communities they live in. I pledge to
assist in growing our union, fighting against injustice and promoting the
unity of our membership. Thank you.
Kaiser Richmond
STANLEY LOTZ
KAISER DIVISION: NORTH BAY EXECUTIVE BOARD
Kaiser San Rafael
ZACHARY ADAMS
I would be honored to serve as your Executive Board
member. Being a Lead Steward, past Contract Specialist,
and part of the 2012 team for National Bargaining I have
seen for myself the power we have as a Union. Our power
as a Union is its members, and I want to continue our
work as a member-led Union. We the members deserve a
strong voice and strong union as we move into the future.
I want to continue the hard work I have done representing San Rafael.
LISA NELSON
My role as an Executive Board member has inspired me to
take action in my leadership role. Our action is
communicating and handling any challenges that comes
our way. We fight together to protect our contracts,
political changes and immigration and health care reform.
My job for the next 3 years will be to protect and
represent the best SEIU-UHW Kaiser contract in the
health care industry.
Kaiser Santa Rosa
TONY BENSON
I am Tony Benson, and I am proud to be an SEIU-UHW
executive board member. If re-elected I promise to
continue fighting to keep our wages and benefits intact
and our union the strongest in the country. Sometimes
difficult decisions must be made. I can assure you that
when my vote is cast as an e-board member it is always
with your family, my family, and our union ‘s best interest in mind.
ALETHEA CANDIA
I am a 14-year employee of Kaiser Santa Rosa and a
dedicated SEIU-UHW member. My commitment is to all
of my fellow SEIU-UHW brothers and sisters, to make
sure they are heard at the executive level, while serving to
protect our rights as workers. It is a great honor and
commitment to be their voice for a large important body
that will make a difference and grow in unity for our future. Thank you for
all of your support and opportunity to serve you.
PEGGY J. LESCHINSKY
My name is Peggy Leschinsky. I’m in my 22nd year with
Kaiser Permanente Santa Rosa as an EKG Technician, in
Cardiac Lab Services. This is my third term with SEIUUHW as a Union Steward – about 7 years total. I raised
three daughters and have two granddaughters. I have
decided to run for Executive Board for the purpose of our
SEIU-UHW members and to explain to them where our
dues are allocated. I believe this will make the support of our Union
Membership stronger, and support of our Union better. Without SEIUUHW we have no contract or benefits. Our members are the very core of
SEIU-UHW. I ask for and appreciate your vote to be elected for Executive
Board. Thank You.
Kaiser Fairfield/Vacaville
DONNA NORTON
I have been with Kaiser for 24 years and active with the
union since 2005. I served as an executive board member for
the last 3 years and look forward to serving another term
with your support. The last 3 years saw us emerge as a
united executive board through some pretty tough decisions
that had to be made. We need to continue to build our
strength in the next 3 years to achieve our goal of being a
premier healthcare union.
LORI PIMENTEL
Kaiser Vallejo/Napa
LISA ADAMS
I have been a member of SEIU-UHW for 13 years. I
became a steward about 10 years ago, and then chief shop
steward for the last three years, as well as the rep. chair. I
have worked hard on representing the members and
conveying their input to the appropriate boards working
to improve relationships and working conditions for our members. I am
always forward-thinking and keep a fair-minded approach to all matters
that will affect our members’ well-being. I look forward to continuing to
work for and represent our members in a new way while keeping our union
strong and united.
KENNICE GARY
Hello, my name is Kennice Gary and I have been a union
member for almost 10 years. I have never been in a union
before and never really knew what they were about. My
interpretation of a union now is like having a big family
that supports you and tries to protect you. You may not
understand why your family does some of the things they
do, but in the long run it’s always for your best interest. I see the difference
every time I hear my friends talk about their jobs and the problems they
face. Having a strong union is very important for not only the members but
the community. I am ready to take another step up and be a voice for my
co-workers–they are my friends and union family.
MARILYNN HERNANDEZ
I have continued to support the union through our
election, study, and diligence, as well as participating in
the assistance of our community and Obamacare. I look
forward to being a voice and vessel of the ideas and
thoughts of the members of our union. I will strive to
keep an honest and fair representation of our ideals
throughout the turbulence of challenging times. I promise to stay unbiased,
open minded, and thorough, taking into account every perspective in
relation to our current as well as our future labor contracts.
VALLEJO CALL CENTER
SHALANDRA ROBINSON
Slate: Independent
KAISER DIVISION: WEST BAY EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
GABRIELA M. PADILLA
Kaiser San Francisco
KAISER DIVISION: WEST BAY EXECUTIVE BOARD
Kaiser Hayward
IVORY EVANS
CAROLYN HERNANDEZ
Kaiser Fremont
LENETRA STEVENSON
Kaiser San Francisco
CARLOS GILLARD
DENNINE HENDERSON
YESENIA MONGALO
Kaiser South San Francisco
SONIA GARCIA
TERRIE RIDGEWAY-OLMOS
Kaiser Redwood City
RON COOK
VICTORIA DE LA CRUZ
KAISER DIVISION: CENTRAL VALLEY EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
LORIE KOCSIS
Kaiser Fresno
I believe in the principles of a member-lead union. If
elected as an executive committee member representing
Fresno and the Central Valley, I will listen to the concerns
of my fellow members and bring those concerns to the
executive committee. I will ensure our voice is heard and
our interests are always represented. I will keep the lines
of communication open by always communicating any
information I receive out to the members in Fresno and the Central Valley.
KAISER DIVISION: CENTRAL VALLEY EXECUTIVE BOARD
Kaiser Fresno
IRMA C. FRANCO
I have worked at Kaiser for 32 years and I have been a
shop steward for our union for 24 years. I am not afraid to
fight for the right and fair thing, and I believe we can all
make a difference. As an executive board member for
Kaiser Fresno I pledge to represent our members to the best of my ability
and I will do everything I can to make sure the interests of the Kaiser
Fresno members are met.
MARY H. PANIAGUA
I am running for the executive board for Kaiser Fresno
because I believe all members should have a voice in our
union. As your executive board member I will ensure your
voice is heard and that the needs of Kaiser Fresno are
represented when decisions are made. I will also share any and all
information I receive with the membership.
Kaiser Stockton
NIKITA HUMPHREY
I have had the honor to work and support my union,
SEIU-UHW, for over 20 years. I stand strong and firm in
the protection of building the strongest union ever. In
working with and developing each and every union
member, we can achieve the best goals ever. To become a
VOICE of encouragement and stand united as we stand
and fight for the right of our union.
Kaiser Manteca
No Candidate
Kaiser Modesto
SHAWNA BROWN
CAROL SCHULTE-GOULD
Kaiser Livermore Clinic/Pleasanton/Livermore/Oakland Warehouse
DAVIE MARTINEZ
KAISER DIVISION: SACRAMENTO EXECUTIVE
COMMITTEE
*JOLENE CAMP
Kaiser Roseville
Slate: Independent
I would be a great candidate for this position! I have been dedicated Union
Steward for 12 years. I have worked as our contract specialist, and I have
currently serve you, the Union members as Rep chair, and an Executive
Committee member. I work in Adult medicine dept. in Roseville. I know I
will succeed in this position if elected. I work on the front lines, with my coworkers and understand the daily struggles of the health care industry. I
work diligently for our members so that the union and staff do not forget
that the union members are the union. I will work very hard to continue the
development of our partnership with Kaiser Permanente, while always
keeping my focus on the welfare of my co-workers, “the Union.”
*DIANE NEWTON-BLAIR
Kaiser Sacramento
Hello fellow union members. My name is Diane NewtonBlair and I’m currently running for a position and seat on
the SEIU-UHW executive committee. I have worked for
Kaiser for 23 years. During that time I have faithfully and
respectfully paid my union dues, and given the highest
respect to my union and the members I have had the
privilege to represent. I currently hold the position chief union steward,
and have worked as a steward for 3 years.
I am asking for your support, as I run in this race for the executive
committee. I have proudly walked the walk, and talked the talk. I stand
behind and give my fellow union members the utmost respect and support.
I can and will promise to uphold our union’s constitutional by-laws and
contracts at large.
I vow to stand behind and with our Political Action Team (COPE). As I run
this race, I’m asking for your generous support and vote. I Stand
Connected! Please vote for me and the SEIU-UHW Members United for
Strength (MUST) slate.
KAISER DIVISION: SACRAMENTO EXECUTIVE BOARD
Kaiser Roseville/Folsom/Lincoln
BRENDA COOPER-DOUGLASS
My name is Brenda (Cooper) Douglass and I have worked
for Kaiser Permanente for 14 years. I have experience as a
union steward, and as a chief union steward for at least five
years. In addition, have worked on numerous committees
and I love helping our fellow union members solve problems
and get what they need. The experience and commitment I
bring to the executive board, along with the relationship I
have made will allow me to represent the SEIU-UHW members and make
sure their voices and the direction of our vision will be heard. I am a hard
worker and will ensure that all our benefits are protected as we create an
even stronger contract in the future and continue to protect healthcare
workers across the country! I hope you will give me your vote. Vote SEIU-
UHW MUST slate!
TRACY CUSTODIO
My name is Tracy Custodio and I am running to become a
member of the executive board. I have worked in the
Occupational Medicine Department at Kaiser since
October 2002, have been a shop steward since November
2011, and am currently the contract specialist in the
Roseville Service area.
My interest in becoming a member of the executive board is a direct result
from my work in SEIU-UHW and as an employee of Kaiser. I believe
listening to the membership and delivering their messages to leadership is
most important since the decisions made affect their lives.
I believe my strengths are dependability, loyalty and the ability to work
together as a team. I understand the importance and responsibility of this
role. Thank you for your consideration.
SHANTAY MCGRAW
Dear SEIU-UHW Members:
I think I would be a great candidate for the executive board because I enjoy
working with and helping people. One of my main goals will be to
contribute to building and becoming a stronger union. I have great
leadership qualities and motivator skills. I’m experienced in breaking down
barriers and ending with positive results. In my journey with the union I
have been able to transfer my leadership abilities. I truly believe in the
saying “United we stand, Divided we fall”.
That’s why I know that I will be a great candidate for the executive board.
Vote SEIU-UHW MUST slate!
CHANNELLE SMITH
Kaiser South Sacramento
KATHERINE BROOKS
I believe in the goals of our union and wish to be part of
the executive board for the Kaiser Division. Kaiser is
always in the process of making changes to how they
conduct their day to day services, which directly affects
our union members.
Our leadership must have a presence which is positive and effective in our
facilities, providing clear and correct information on what our union’s goals
are nationally as well as locally. We must continue to protect our local
contracts while supporting the efforts in our communities so that all
families can have affordable healthcare. As healthcare workers we can no
longer think that we are safe because we work at Kaiser, but be aware of
what is going on in the communities around us and how that directly affects
us in the end.
SEIU-UHW members are leaders in the healthcare community, and with
that comes great responsibility. Vote SEIU-UHW MUST slate!
ANGELICA CEDENO
RICHARD C. KING
I have been involved with our union for more than 30 years. During that
time I have been on many bargaining committees and campaigned for
causes that would benefit all members. As an executive board member I
will adhere to the highest level of honesty, integrity, ethics, and democracy.
If elected I will help to build the strongest and most effective workers
organization in America utilizing my energy, leadership, and talent. I fully
support the SEIU-UHW platform and as an executive board member I will
work to implement our program for the future. Vote SEIU-UHW MUST
slate!
Kaiser Sacramento AACC
*JACKIE BATES
Slate: Independent
I, Jacqueline Bates, am running to be a member of the
Executive Board for 2014-2017 terms. Before stating why I
would be a good candidate, allow me to give a description
of my background and experience.
Opportunity has allowed me to be a steward for 5 years
and a chief steward for 3 years. I was also the 2013
Contract Specialist, where I represented 1,800 members of the Sacramento
Kaiser Division. I also provide training for stewards and TSR’s. I am the Co-
lead of the LMP Training Committee. I have served 3 years as the Secretary
for Sacramento Council of SEIU-UHW. I am a member of AFRAM Caucus,
which allows me to do community outreach. My current project is a
healthcare fair for Covered California, reaching out to the community to
help them sign up for healthcare coverage, and offer resources.
As a Tele-service Representative for over 12 years, I believe I am the best
candidate for the Sacramento Appointment and Advice Call Center, proved
through my dedication to my members and work ethics. I will strive to be
the voice for the Call Center, and promise to always give accurate and
timely information to members.
Thanks for your support.
*BERNARD (Bernie) CARR
Slate: Independent
I would like to take this opportunity to introduce myself.
My name is Bernard (Bernie) Carr and I am running again
for the position of Executive Board member representing
the Sacramento AACC, a position I have held for the last
year. I have been with Kaiser Permanente for 32 year, 19
of which I worked at the Santa Teresa facility where I
became a shop steward and Chief shop steward. With the
introduction of the Labor management partnership in 1997 I became a
Labor liaison.
I came into the Regional Call Center in March of 2001. Starting in early
2003 I stepped down from the Liaison position to work with the Union
employees and management by training them in the area LMPO,
IBPS/CDM, Root Maps UPR, Issues Resolution Corrective Action, SOS,
Business Literacy, UBTM, Effective Stakeholders and Steward Training.
I am now asking for your support in electing me to the Executive Board of
SEIU-UHW. I want to be the VOICE for you all. I cannot guarantee that
everything that is seen as wrong will be corrected but what I can guarantee
is this:
I will keep you informed and involved and will always be there for you.
*GERALD HEMINGWAY
When I look at the word union, the first thing that comes to my mind is
unity—which is often the core of what a collection of people with one
common goal have. Recognizing the strength in numbers, the power of
unity as well the insurmountable possibilities through passion diligence
and attentiveness, I am proud to say I am an SEIU-UHW union member. A
member and chief shop steward in the Kaiser Permanente AACC with an
excitement and a willingness to learn in order to educate, help, and
improve on the wants and needs of our SEIU-UHW members.
Kaiser Sacramento/Davis/Rancho Cordova
GEORGETTE BRADFORD
I’m running to become a member of the 2014 executive
board. I’ve been employed with Kaiser for 10 years as a
diagnostic sonographer. I have been a steward since the
end of the trusteeship. I currently serve as secretary for
the Sacramento Stewards Council, Labor Co-Lead for the
Sacramento Radiology UBT, and member of the
Sacramento LMP Steering Committee. I am proud of the
progress we have made in Sacramento in the past few years while being
aware we have much more work ahead. The qualities I bring to the table
are listening to all sides of a situation before making an educated decision,
integrity, follow through, and a willingness to admit when I don’t have the
answer, but the diligence to seek it out. We have so much untapped
potential here at Sacramento and Kaiser. The answer to unlocking that
potential is inclusion, cooperative problem solving, and listening to the
front line (you) who are the experts in what they do. As a member of the
SEIU-UHW MUST slate I am committed to working effectively with the
entire slate to produce positive results, as well as ensure accurate and
timely communication with our members. Thank you.
NIAMBI KAFELE
I’m running to become a member of the 2014 Executive
Board, but prior to telling you why I should be considered
a candidate, allow me to share a bit of my background.
I’ve been employed with Kaiser for 10 years a Lab
Assistant. I am currently the Contract Specialist for
Sacramento’s Kaiser Division. I have also been a Shop Steward since 2010,
and a Chief Steward for over 2 years. I take great pride in the work I’ve
done with SEIU-UHW.
I am requesting your support in my endeavors to become an E-Board
member. I enjoy working collectively together working to make an overall
difference in any circumstance. I believe some of my strengths are diligence,
assertion, being an effective team member, integrity, and the ability to
follow through.
I understand the importance of this role, in the planning and decision
making in regards to our future with SEIU-UHW. I am honored to have the
opportunity to become a part of something so great.
Our slate, Must, will be committed to working effectively together to
produce positive results, as well as ensure timely and proper
communication with our members.
Thanks for your support.
PAUL S. READ
LYNETTE TIMMONS
To Whom It May Concern:
I appreciate the opportunity to sit on the executive board
of SEIU-UHW on the MUST team. I believe in the vision
of this union. I would like to participate in providing our
members with a voice and the ability to implement
positive change. Our vision as SEIU-UHW leadership
would ensure that we accomplish this. In the turbulent
times that we live in, it is imperative that we provide our support to our
union members and give them the best options possible. Vote SEIU-UHW
MUST slate! Thank you for your consideration.
KAISER DIVISION: SOUTH L.A. EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
*RYAN LAXTON
Kaiser San Diego
Slate: United Membership
My name is Ryan Laxton and I am running for the executive board. I have
worked for Kaiser Permanente for over 8 years. I collected cards and
helped bring the KP-IT workers into the UHW. I am the steward for San
Diego, bargained the KP-IT contract and I am on the LMP steering
committee for IT. I am a strong supporter of social issues and the union. It
saddens me to see the UHW focusing on politics and building membership
instead of it’s core mission of supporting it’s members. Let’s all work
together to support social issues at home, in our neighborhoods and in the
Local/State/National elections. I am a rank and file worker who wants a
union who will use it resources fight for it’s members first and foremost
not politics. I want to change the focus to winning strong contracts and
supporting the brothers and sisters in our ranks.
Help me re-focus the UHW back to it’s roots and vote UNITED
MEMBERSHIP
*ANTHONY MILES
Kaiser Imperial
Slate: Independent
*TINESHA THOMAS
Kaiser Downey
I believe in honesty and fairness and people being treated
equally. I am running for the executive committee to help
us fight for our members, our community and our
healthcare system. With my experience I believe I would
be the strongest candidate to represent Downey, Orange County, Moreno
Valley and San Diego Kaiser Facilities.
I have been a steward for the past 9 years and the Rep Chair for the Downey
facility for the past 4 ½ years. I have represented members in hundreds of
grievances. I served on the CIC of National Bargaining in 2010 and 2012. I
was a member of the RIF negotiation team in 2012 and 2013. I serve as a
panelist on the arbitration appeal panel, am a UBT facilitator/sponsor, and
am currently an executive board member for Downey Medical Center.
If I am elected I will fight to protect our benefits and wages. I will continue
to represent our members and improve our Representational Excellence
program. We need a strong group of leaders that is able to fight back
against layoffs and takeaways.
Please vote for me and the SEIU-UHW Members United for Strength
(MUST) slate.
KAISER DIVISION: SOUTH L.A. EXECUTIVE BOARD
Kaiser Downey
JULIAN GOMEZ
I have been committed to our union for 9 years. I fought
to keep our union, and I’ve represented our members
honestly and the best that I can. I have grown and today
I’m your current contract specialist. The SEIU-UHW
MUST team with President Dave Regan has been tested
and proved we can win contracts and keep our benefits. Voting for the
MUST team means we will keep winning.
WYNONA SPEARS
My name is Wynona Spears and I am a COPE chair, chief steward, and
political activist in our union, SEIU-UHW. I am here because of the
struggle. The face of the union has changed. My focus is to help build our
union to focus on the things people care about, what matters, make a
difference, and improve lives.
I believe in balance and fairness, using my voice in a positive manner. I
believe in exercising my voice. Sometimes I get discouraged, but I never
give up hope.
GIGI TOLEDO
I’m running because we need to maintain and build a
strong, democratic, accountable union that raises
standards and produces results. I am a believer in
continued education for our members and involvement to
gain positive experience. I am committed to share my ideas and efforts with
LMP, UBT Strategy, Coalition of Union, APALA (Asian Pacific American
Labor Alliance), Workplace Safety and bargaining team members. I
respectfully remain committed to be the Downey Medical Center and
outlying clinics chief steward and executive board member. As your
National President of Asian Pacific American Labor Alliance, SEIU
International, I value each of your contributions.
I would like to take this opportunity to share my thoughts with all of you
that, being your contract specialist in 2009-10 made me prioritize timely
representation and consistent contract education efforts. My vision is to
keep the power of our union to protect and improve wages, benefits, job
security, member representation and workplace strength not only for
myself, but to the community I serve. I support the SEIU-UHW MUST team
because it will take all of us working together to build a strong and
successful union that improves the lives of members and their families.
VALASI L. VAIOLO
Hello, My name is Valasi Vaiolo and I’m running for executive board at
SEIU-UHW. I’ve been a steward here at Downey for over 17 years, and a
chief steward, and a former contract specialist. My experience is in
representing members in meetings, in grievances, educating, and
supporting our union. I want to continue supporting members and
representing in all areas. This includes growing our union, supporting our
communities, and fighting the challenges that we will be facing in future
here at Downey Kaiser. So please vote for me and the SEIU-UHW MUST
team. We are here to protect our future. Thank you
Kaiser Orange County/San Diego
BRANDY CUNNINGHAM
Kaiser Irvine
I work at the Kaiser Permanente Irvine Campus as a Word
Clerk Transcriber since 2008. I became a Union Shop
Steward in 2010 to provide strength and unity for all
members in the union.
The United Membership slate is made up of members who
care about their union and it’s members.
I have been very active in the political and organizing campaigns of SEIUUHW as well as ensuring the representation of excellence. It is my goal to
maintain and increase the momentum of these programs to better the
future for our union and it’s members.
Being a member of the governing body of the union will afford me the
opportunity to represent my constituents as well as other healthcare
workers.
Vote United Membership
DANIELLE HILL
Kaiser Mira Loma Call Center
I have been an active union steward in Orange County for
almost ten years. I have witnessed first hand the
important role of SEIU-UHW has played in the lives of
healthcare workers. I would like to be member of the
executive board to ensure the further advancements for
healthcare workers all over the state of California. The
United Membership slate will guarantee making decisions
that work best for the whoel membership.
DARRELL “DJ” JEROME
Kaiser Brea
My name is Darrell “DJ” Jerome and I am a Medical
Assistant at the Kaiser Permanente Brea Medical Offices. I
have been with Kaiser for 20 years this past November
and I have also been a Steward for UHW for 19+ years. I
am currently running as a returning Executive Board
Member. I have served 1 term under the current regimen
and 2 terms under Local 399.
I was a part of the committee that merged Local 399 and 250 into UHW. I
have served on several committees over my 19 years with Kaiser including
(Workplace Safety, LMP Council, CSMP, II/PP, and Education Committee)
I have also bargained 3 Local Bargaining Agreements and 3 National
Agreements.
I ran last time on the Dave Regan’s MUST slate and I feel that the promises
made to members were not completely fulfilled. I believe that I have,
during my last time as a E-Board member, represented my members to the
fullest and ensured that I voted what was best for my members and not
what was just best for me.
Now is the time for change and I feel with the United Membership Slate,
that the people who are running under that slate
LEROY MARTINEZ
Kaiser Irvine
I work in at the Orange County Irvine Lab department as a lab assistant II.
Although I am not a union shop steward, I have stepped up by being a very
active leader for the union.
I would like to become an e-board member to help continue the growth of
the labor movement and increase union density in America. Having come
from a non-union hospital to union hospital like Kaiser Permanente, I have
learned the importance of labor unions.
Vote for the United Membership slate for our generation and posterity!
ROSALIE PARRA
Kaiser Irvine
Rosalie Parra – Union Steward at La Palma Medical
Office
2013 Contract Specialist
COPE Chair
Compliance Trainer
C.I.C. for bargaining 2012
Vote for United Membership
NOEL V. PEREZ
Kaiser Irvine
My name is Noel Perez and I am a Certified Surgical
Technologist at the Kaiser Permanente OCI Main
Operating room. I have worked at Kaiser for 8 years and
have served our members as a Union Steward for 2 years.
I am currently running as a new Executive Board Member
under the new slate,
United Membership.
Under the new slate United Membership we will strive to put
representation back on the list and revitalize this Union once and for all.
Kaiser Moreno Valley
DELMA J. WILLIS
KAISER DIVISION: CENTRAL EAST EXECUTIVE
COMMITTEE
*JAY FERMIN
Kaiser LA Regional
I am experienced in protecting our contract and each
member’s interest to move us all together into being the
biggest and best union! I envision our union, SEIU-UHW,
being the leading organization for success in the 21st
Century. We must continue the movement that we have started and achieve
union wide success for our members and the community we serve. Please
vote for me and the SEIU-UHW Members United for Strength (MUST)
slate.
*FRANK C. HERNANDEZ
Kaiser Parsons East
Slate: TRIUMPH
My name is Frank Hernandez and I am running for
Executive Board Committee Member, I have served both
on Attendance Review and Attendance Committee; I am
certified to teach Corrective Action to both Stewards and
Managers, I am certified to conduct Safety Rounds and am
very LMP oriented.
I have facilitated and served as a panelist on the Arbitration Appeals Panel.
I have participated in many panels and this experience has led to much
success, it has helped our members get final decisions on their cases as well
as giving them closure. Currently I am actively involved in a committee
with Representational Excellence at SEIU-UHW.
With my experience and background I like to think this has equipped me to
help in the decision making within the Executive Board Committee and
with your support e can make this happen, thank you.
KAISER DIVISION: CENTRAL EAST EXECUTIVE BOARD
Kaiser Regional
LELAND FERGUSON
We are moving forward with an experienced team for
SEIU-UHW. We are leading our union to have the best
wages, benefits, and to make our union the most
successful healthcare union in America. Together, the
SEIU-UHW MUST team has the knowledge and capacity
to protect our great contract.
I am asking you to join us and VOTE for myself and the whole SEIU-UHW
MUST team of candidates. Together, we win. Thank you.
JOHANNA GUZMAN
JANICE WILLIAMS
I have eagerly served our union and have never wavered
from being 100% about the business of SEIU-UHW. So,
when presented with this opportunity to be re-elected to
the executive board I asked myself if not me then who? I
have worked hard over the years to earn the trust of our
members and leaders.
I have been at the forefront of our political efforts for many years, working
on numerous campaigns and political initiatives to drive union agenda and
objectives. I know the struggle continues and there is still a lot of work to
be done. We have come a long way but we still have so much farther to go
in this fight for equality and justice.
During my years of service from the time we were Local 399 to the present
SEIU-UHW, I find my biggest challenge is motivating others to engage in
the fight for democracy. It is because of this challenge and past examples of
former great leaders that I am led to lead by example. It is important that I
share, that I have been trained and mentored over the years by the best and
the brightest that SEIU-UHW had to offer.
Kaiser Sunset/LAMC
*ALFREDO BAUTISTA
Slate: TRIUMPH
The SEIU-UHW TRIUMPH team believes in strong values that are proven
to be true year after year. This team has demonstrated unprecedented
accomplishments for the benefit of the SEIU-UHW members. Some of the
most notorious accomplishments include:
1. Compensation over $250,000.00 to many employees who were under
paid.
2. The return of employees who were wrongfully terminated
3. Job security clause improvements to those employees who are affected
by Reduction in Force (RIF) or changes in the industry.
a. Now members can enjoy benefits like job placement, training, education,
optional retirement packages and more without much burden.
4. Work environment improvements in many departments such as
Orthopedics, Food & Nutrition, Telecommunication, and more…
5. Excellent representation that truly counts, for example:
a. Many employees were transitioned to higher paid classifications.
b. Proven record of resolving issues in less than 90 days.
There is still a lot of work ahead of us. This slate is committed to continue
working hard for all the members.
VOTE for the Kaiser SEIU-UHW TRIUMPH Slate
SEIU-UHW “TRIUMPH” Slate Values:
T = Trust
R = Results
I = Integrity
U = Unity
M = Membership
P = Purpose
H = Honesty
*ILDA LUNA
Slate: TRIUMPH
paid.
T = Trust
R = Results
I = Integrity
U = Unity
M = Membership
P = Purpose
H = Honesty
*LAWANDA LYONS
Slate: TRIUMPH
paid.
T = Trust
R = Results
I = Integrity
U = Unity
M = Membership
P = Purpose
H = Honesty
*SYLVIA MACHADO
I’m running to join a strong executive board team and
unite our members again. Our team runs on ‘teamwork’
and ‘unity’ and we shall stand united to give every single
member the great benefits and contracts they deserve, and
work for them and this great union. Please vote for me
and the entire SEIU-UHW MUST state.
*DORY MACHICA
I’m a lead laboratory assistant here at Kaiser running with the
SEIU-UHW MUST slate to the executive board. We negotiated
the best contracts and mobilized our members for successful
organizing and political programs. Vote for me and the entire SEIU-UHW
MUST slate and together we build the our union to be the Best Union. With
all of us together, I’m counting on your support SEIU-UHW. Vote SEIUUHW MUST-Members United for Strength!”
*BEN MARQUEZ
Slate: TRIUMPH
paid.
T = Trust
R = Results
I = Integrity
U = Unity
M = Membership
P = Purpose
H = Honesty
*GLORIA NADINE SMITH
*THERESA THOMAS
Slate: TRIUMPH
paid.
T = Trust
R = Results
I = Integrity
U = Unity
M = Membership
P = Purpose
H = Honesty
*ELISSA UNDERWOOD
My purpose in seeking a seat on the executive board of
SEIU-UHW is to continue taking an active role in the
ongoing improvement of our union. We have a strong
union with a mission to serve and support the interests of
ALL SEIU-UHW members.
I am excited to offer my experience and talents to help our union effectively
plan for our future growth. I have been a phlebotomist at Kaiser (LAMC)
for approximately 14 years, I currently serve as a steward, and was a
contract specialist for 2 terms. I have volunteered at several health fairs
sponsored by SEIU-UHW and I’m also one of many who got on the bus to
Sacramento to fight against budget cuts to Medi-Cal.
Due to my many leadership roles on campus and in the community, I feel
that I would be a great asset to the SEIU-UHW executive board.
*DARREN TREE WALLACE
I’m currently running for executive board member SEIUUHW. I work at Kaiser LAMC and have approximately 30
years of service. I have been involved as a steward/chief
steward/mobilization chair for many years, and am currently
on the UBT in the EVS Department. I helped campaign for
President Barack Obama in 2008 and 2012, volunteering
through SEIU-UHW by walking door to door, and phone
banking in California and other states.
I have been involved in grievances for my co-workers to help them with any
issues or problems that may occur on the job. I assist in these issues and
disagreements by either filing grievances or by resolving the issues through
communication between parties.
I would like to be a member of the executive board so that I can further assist
SEIU-UHW members, and help my co-workers/members in any way to make
this union stronger. I want to be on the executive board because I’m memberdriven, and I’m always there for my co-workers.
If I am elected to the executive board I look forward to being of service to my
co-workers and helping them with any issues they may have. Please vote for me
and the entire SEIU-UHW MUST slate.
Kaiser Baldwin Park
SALLY A DEWITT-BURNETT
I, Sally A. DeWitt-Burnett, would like to be the person who
can bridge the gap between the Purple and Red unions. To
be the voice of our members to power SEIU-UHW forward
in a positive direction, and turn Kaiser into the happiest,
healthiest, safest place to work and receive care through
equal opportunity, to create opportunity through forward
thinking, integrity, knowledge, respect and education.
We all can thrive in partnership to secure our future, and provide
affordable healthcare to millions, through the largest healthcare union in
the United States, SEIU-UHW. Thank you.
MARK MATTHEWS
DESIRÉE PEDROZA
KAISER DIVISION: WEST / NORTH EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
LA SONIA COSIO
Kaiser Lancaster
I am a lab assistant at Kaiser Lancaster who is actively engaged in the LMP
and moving union program. I have been a steward for 19 years and rep chair
for 4 years, and was the contract specialist a few years ago.
On your behalf I have lobbied in Washington, D.C. for immigration reform
and Let’s Get Healthy California. As your current Eboard member, I have
represented you at the bargaining table for the National Agreement.
You have allowed me to have these opportunities and I look forward to
continuing my commitment to represent your issues and building 10,000
leaders to protect and defend us as a premier healthcare organization.
Vote La Sonia Cosio and the SEIU-UHW MUST slate. We are the right
choice!
Thank you
KAISER DIVISION: WEST / NORTH EXECUTIVE BOARD
Kaiser South Bay
TONY FLORES
My name is Tony Flores, and I have been a union steward
for 12 years. I also was the CIC (common interest
committee) delegate in our 2012 National bargaining. I
am currently the chief steward for the EVS dept. Also I
was an executive board member this past term, and I sat
in on the bargaining team for our impacted employees. So
I know I will represent our members here at South Bay to
the best of my ability. Thank you.
CARTINA PRICE
My name is Cartina Price, LVN. I have been a Kaiser
employee for 9 years and have been a steward for
approximately 8. I am a strong believer in fighting for all
members’ rights. I am not here to solve all problems, but
will try my best to be successful in helping clear the air. I
feel you should be able to trust someone to represent you
with their heart and soul. I am very passionate about my
members’ concerns regarding how the union functions. I am your current
executive board officer, and represent you on the budget committee. I
support and represent your interests to the best of my ability. I would like
to continue being your executive board officer.
EVELIA RODRIGUEZ
I am Evelia Rodriguez, and I have been a steward for 18
years participating in national bargaining, LMP
committees, as well as being your current executive board
officer. Vote for me so I can continue to vote for you on a
higher level.
Kaiser West Los Angeles
*YITSKHAQ “Shaq” ABRAHAM
I’m seeking the position of executive board member to
represent the members at Kaiser WLA. I’ve been tried and
vetted as a loyal and trusted SEIU-UHW member. During
my SEIU-UHW membership I’ve held many positions that I
am very proud of.
During the last 3 years I’ve been a union steward where
represented and returned many members to their jobs after long and
intense grievances. I also sat on three impact bargaining teams where we
were successful in securing great packages for our members. For the past 2
years I have had the honor of being WLA’s COPE Chair. I currently hold the
title of Ed-Fund Champion where I take pride in informing WLA members
of their opportunities with the Education Fund.
Representing the members at WLA has been my joy since the first day I
became a steward. My intent has always been to learn the contract so that I
can better represent our members and if I am elected as your
representative on the executive board I will continue to protect your
interest. Frank Cerna and Verna Hampton are both running with me to
represent you at West LA. Please vote for the three of us.
*FRANK CERNA
To all my Fellow Co-Workers at West Los Angeles: I am
asking for your support as I am running for a seat on the
executive board for the term of 2014-2016. We all know
we need to place the right people in these seats as this is a
very important role in our union. I am currently the
contract specialist for West Los Angeles, and was
previously a chief steward. I have also bargained for our
members that have been rifted. These positions have helped me prepare
myself to lead our facility to success. As executive board member I will
focus on the union’s main priorities, especially representational excellence.
Together we can continue to benefit from our contract and protect it. As
one of your leaders, I will do everything in my hands to make your voice
heard at the table.
I’m running with our co-workers Verna Hampton and Yitskshaq Abraham
(“Shaq”). Please vote for all three of us and we’ll keep working hard for
you. Thank you in advance.
*AUNDREA D. GARDNER
Slate: Independent
• Paralegal
• LVNII oncology department
• Chief Steward SEIU-UHW
• Co -Chair Rules and Regulations Safety Committee
Though I’ve only been an employee of Kaiser Permanente for 13 years, I
have been passionate about worker’s rights for over 30 years. Beginning my
first job as a cashier at Burger King.
As a perspective E board member I will work vigorously to get Kaiser West
Los Angeles and its MOB’s back on track. I believe the business at hand
should involve, JOB PROTECTION, TRUE LABOR MANAGEMENT
PARTNERSHIP, and a SECURE RETIREMENT, within insecure times.
Simply put, as Kaiser Employees, we pay dearly for the membership of this
union, which means ultimately, the power lies with us. If elected I will be
your voice to push forward the interest of the people. I promise to commit
myself to perform my duties with RESPECT, for the dignity of all people,
INTEGRITY to do right, and fight wrongs. Wisdom to apply common sense,
and fairness in all that I do. COURAGE to stand against unfairness
wherever I find.
Thank You for your consideration
Aundrea D Gardner
*VERNA HAMPTON
As your executive board member for the 2011-2013 term, I
qualify as a trusted member who has always had your
interests brought forward at the executive level. For the
past 13 years, I have been a steward, contract specialist,
chief steward, and am presently representative chair for our
WLA Council. I take this role seriously – to always model
myself as representational finest. I will continue to be a
vessel for our members’ interests and uphold our contract. I will continue
to be accountable to all members’ interests, accountable to the
membership, exhibit professional behavior, and respect our members.
With your continued support, I will “Fight the Good Fight” for you. I look
forward to moving our member’s forward, leading by example and
continuing the vision of our union: building a premier healthcare
organization; identifying 10,000 leaders; organizing new members; and
holding our union accountable to the members’ needs.
As a rank and file member, I believe in a member-driven union. I will
continue this movement with your support in trusting me to represent you
again. I am running with Frank Cerna and Yitskshaq Abraham (“Shaq”) to
represent you at WLA. Please vote for the three of us.
Kaiser Woodland Hills
MICHEULA FLETCHALL (Mikki)
Hello, all my fellow co-workers. We find ourselves at the
end of three years of executive board services. Yes, three
years have passed! A lot of great things have come to pass
with the first executive board, so I find myself asking for
the honor to service another term. With your support and
a YES vote for me, and the rest of the SEIU-UHW MUST
slate, we will continue to serve you as the executive board
and take on the difficult issues. Thank you very much for this honor.
DANIELLE GABISON
DIONAS TURNER
Kaiser Panorama City
*HOLLY CRAFT
Hi! I’m Holly craft Moreno. I have been a steward for six
years at Kaiser Panorama City and rep chair for four
years. Participating in facility bargaining, various LMP
committees, and I’ve lead the wellness committee
successfully to do walks, bicycles races, and a triathlon.
Most recently I am the So Cal co-lead for implementing
the Total Health Initiative (THIP) in the National Agreement.
As your Eboard officer I commit to represent your interests and will keep
you informed of all the great we do as SEIU-UHW members—and
encourage your participation in the process.
Vote for Holly and the SEIU-UHW MUST slate.
*GLORIA GUZMAN
Slate: Independent
*TREVA JOHNSON
My name is Treva Johnson. I am an LVN in internal medicine at Kaiser
Mission Hills. I have been at Kaiser for 15 years, and I am running for
Eboard because I want to be the voice for my constituents. I believe that
leadership does matter, and if we have no voice we cannot lead.
*DEANNE MC LEAN
Kaiser Antelope Valley/Bakersfield
*ALICE JACKSON
Slate: Independent
My name is Alice Jackson and would like to run for a seat on the Executive
Committee to represent the Antelope Valley. I have been a steward off and
on since 2000. I feel since we come from a smaller facility we are not
always heard. There will be many changes in the coming years and it is
important that we voice are concerns that will affect us all. I would
appreciate your vote this election in March.
*BRENDA PARKER
I am Brenda Parker, a 24-year Kaiser ward clerk transcriber at Kaiser
Lancaster. I have been a steward for 3 years and am the current COPE
chair, a political activist, and I also represent you in Kaiser LMP meetings.
As your E- board member I will represent your interests, make your voice
heard, communicate back to you, as well as involve you in the process. With
your participation, as a team, we will become the premier healthcare
organization we are committed to become.
KAISER DIVISION: MEDICAL SOCIAL WORKERS EXECUTIVE
BOARD
ALEXANDRA IVANOVSKY LCSW MSW III
Kaiser Roseville
Kaiser Ethics Officer
SANDRA CALDWELL
Kaiser West LA
I’ve worked for Kaiser for almost 30 years, have been a
steward for over 15 years, and at Kaiser West Los Angeles,
I’ve enjoyed working for my union and co-workers.
I work closely with the rep chair and the union rep for the
facility. We keep our members informed and fight very
hard for what we believe is right. As ethics officer, I could
help members and the executive board understand how our industry as a
whole is to be run – from the conditions employees usually work in to what
tools and practices are required to what standard policies and procedures
are. I feel I know how to communicate with others well and would be more
than glad to teach others and leave a very good impression on how the
process is to go, so when I retire, the work we did will be in place for others
to see.
As Dr. King said he had a dream, well so do I – that we get those million
members, have 10,000 leaders, and be the best representational excellence
team in the nation.
Kaiser Finance Officer
JAMES O. DADE JR
Kaiser Richmond

Kaiser Candidate Statements - United Healthcare Workers West

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