Pros
The workers that we represent are very hard workers deserving of good contracts and representation. Local 99 represents classified workers mostly in the LAUSD school district as well as some community colleges and education centers. The workers are amazing. They are what has kept many an organizer going when the times have gotten tough. The organizers and field reps truly care about the workers.
Cons
They expect external organizers to be available by phone 24/7. Long and unusual hours. Management forgets that we are workers just like the workers we represent. Local 99 is the 2nd lowest paid SEIU local in Los Angeles. The Executive Director was hand-picked appointed by the President of the International and this, as in the history of many other hand-picked directors, isn't the best for the workers or the employees of the local. There is favortism and if you're not in the inside clique you don't stand a snowball's chance in hell to let your skills shine.