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ACTION: Budget and RTO Updates

Governor Newsom signed AB 102, the State Budget Assembly Bill, on Friday and the Legislature is holding a hearing tomorrow regarding an accompanying trailer bill, SB 131.  In a surprising move, the Governor announced that his signature on the State budget (including AB 102) is contingent on the … Read more

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Know Your Rights: Telework Agreements

Know Your Rights: Telework Agreements Fellow Scientists, Article 7.10.E of our CAPS-UAW MOU states:  “Department management shall endeavor to provide employees with a minimum of 30 days’ notice for any change in the event of a revision or termination of a Telework Agreement. Thirty days’ notice … Read more

2025 RTO UPC, 2025 State Budget Fight

Budget Fight Update

Budget Fight Update Fellow Scientists,  Things are moving quickly in an ever changing landscape of budget updates, union agreements, and efforts to protect our contract and telework flexibility. Please read below to learn more.  Legislature announces budget act of 2025 SB 102, the state budget … Read more

Updates

November 20, 2024

Dear CAPS-UAW Member, You are invited to a training series for CAPS, UAW Local 1115 members about how union members can build and use their collective power to enforce the memorandum of understanding (MOU or “contract”), address issues in the workplace, and how members support … Read more

Updates

November 18, 2024

CAPS-UAW Member, Tomorrow: Health and Safety Working Group (HSWG) Meeting Help shape the future of health and safety in your workplace and attend the first ever CAPS-UAW HSWG meeting tomorrow Tuesday, November 19 from 6-7pm. Register to attend here! At this meeting, you will receive an introduction to the HSWG … Read more

Updates

November 15, 2024

Dear CAPS-UAW Members, The CAPS Catalyst Committee is working diligently to research and develop options for our union’s new elected leadership structures. We are committed to enabling the broader membership (YOU) to provide feedback to the committee  regarding these leadership structures before the committee presents … Read more

Supervisors Updates

November 14, 2024

State scientist Supervisors and Managers, I am Cory Copeland, a Senior Environmental Scientist (Supervisor) at the San Francisco Bay Conservation and Development Commission and a member of your union’s Supervisor and Manager Committee. On November 1, 2024 your CAPS UAW 1115 treasurer Itzia Rivera sent … Read more

Updates

November 4, 2024

Health and Safety Working Group (HSWG) Help shape the future of health and safety in your workplace and attend the first-ever CAPS-UAW HSWG meeting on Tuesday, November 19 from 6-7PM. Register to attend here! At this meeting, you will receive an introduction to the HSWG and discuss: … Read more

Updates

November 4, 2024

Know Your Rights Training – Paycheck Edition.  These upcoming KYR trainings – Paycheck Edition will focus on how to check whether you have received the pay increases guaranteed to you through our new MOU, and what to do if your pay isn’t right!  Click here … Read more

Updates

November 4, 2024

Health and Safety Working Group (HSWG) Help shape the future of health and safety in your workplace and attend the first-ever CAPS-UAW HSWG meeting on Tuesday, November 19 from 6-7PM. Register to attend here! At this meeting, you will receive an introduction to the HSWG and discuss: … Read more

Updates

November 1, 2024

We fought hard for the Special Salary Adjustments (SSAs) – effective July 1, 2024 and the pay differentials that are part of CAPS-UAW 2024-27 Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). Your October paycheck should reflect these increases won through our collective power, the State agreed to this timeline. For many Scientists, the … Read more

Supervisors Updates, Updates

November 1, 2024

Your October paycheck should reflect the increases won through our collective power!  Supervisor and Manager scientists not tied to Bargaining Unit 9 should see their October paycheck reflect the Special Salary Adjustments (SSAs) included in Pay Letter 24-31. The SSAs in the pay letter apply to all rank-and-file scientists and the Supervisors … Read more

Updates

October 31, 2024

CalHR has issued Pay Letter 24-31 to provide the Special Salary Adjustments (SSA)and pay differentials to all Bargaining Unit 10 scientists – rank and file employees and supervisors and managers – effective July 1, 2024 and to implement the pay differentials that are part of CAPS-UAW 2024-27 Memorandum of … Read more

Supervisors Updates

October 18, 2024

Fellow Scientist Supervisors and Managers, On Wednesday CalHR issued Pay Letter 24-31 that instructs the State Controller’s Office (SCO) to issue retroactive pay and the pay raises commensurate with many of the raises won in the recent rank-and-file contract and at the recent Supervisor Committee Meet and Confer with … Read more

Updates

October 18, 2024

Dear State Scientist, We are one step closer to receiving new pay raises! On Wednesday, CalHR issued Pay Letter 24-31 instructing the State Controller’s Office (SCO) to issue retroactive pay and the pay raises we won in our new contract! In a recent Sacramento Bee article titled “California approved … Read more

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September 30, 2024

Hi fellow State Scientist, It’s official: we have a fully-ratified contract! Today the Governor has signed Assembly Bill (AB) 181, and our Total Tentative Agreement is now fully ratified and in effect as our contract (or memorandum of understanding (MOU)). Several provisions in the contract, such as the … Read more

Supervisors Updates

October 9, 2024

Fellow CAPS/UAW 1115 members, Your CAPS UAW supervisors and managers committee met with CalHR representatives on Friday October 4th, and we have good news! We fought for Supervisors and Managers to receive many of the new and improved benefits and pay differentials that our Rank … Read more

Updates

October 4, 2024

In the next step to reimagining the structure of our union, the CAPS-UAW Catalyst Committee has been formed and is made up of the following CAPS-UAW members: The Committee will be tasked with researching other union locals, to understand their leadership structure, collecting feedback from … Read more

Supervisors Updates

September 30, 2024

The Governor has signed Assembly Bill (AB) 181, and the rank-and-file Total Tentative Agreement is now in effect as their memorandum of understanding (or contract)! What does this mean for Supervisors and Managers? The Excluded Employee Bill of Rights (EBR) guarantees our rights (as supervisors and managers) to participate … Read more

Updates

September 26, 2024

Dear CAPS-UAW Member, I’m Danielle Elledge, a fellow State Scientist and member of our union, CAPS-UAW. Our union has a plan to get out the vote in key districts during the General Election. In the Sacramento area, CAPS-UAW and UAW Region 6 endorsed candidate for … Read more

Updates

September 24, 2024

Hi fellow State Scientist, My name is Lisa Jensen, I work at State Waterboards and am ecstatic to let you know effective October 1, 2024, the State is adopting the federal government’s reimbursement rates for business and travel expenses!  These improvements to our travel reimbursement … Read more

Updates

September 18, 2024

Our union made a lot of progress in the last four years. It’s truly because of you – the members – that we have progressed so far. Now, it’s time for us to shift focus. The next milestone for CAPS-UAW is to reimagine the structure … Read more

Updates

September 12, 2024

Your latest issue of CAPS-UAW’s official newsletter, CAPSule, is now available online. Open this link on any mobile device or PC to read about… Stay educated and engaged! Read your CAPSule!

Updates

September 10, 2024

Updates on Total Tentative Agreement.  AB-181, the budget trailer bill vehicle to fund our Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), was approved by the State Legislature and has been sent to the Governor for signature. The Governor has until the end of September to sign all bills, … Read more

Updates

September 6, 2024

It’s critical that we stand united for a pro-worker Congress and State Legislature that support State Scientists and the issues we care about and that matter most to working families!  Along with UAW members across California, we have screened candidates for the California State Assembly, … Read more

Updates

August 24, 2024 (Evening)

The Total Tentative Agreement (TTA) has been ratified by CAPS-UAW members! A record-breaking 91% rank-and-file members participated in the vote, and of the voting members, 97% voted to ratify the TTA! This marks a significant milestone in our collective efforts to secure better conditions, wages, … Read more

Updates

August 23, 2024 (Afternoon)

The Total Tentative Agreement (TTA) has been ratified by rank-and-file CAPS-UAW members! A record-breaking 91% of rank-and-file members participated in the vote, and of the voting members, 97% voted to ratify the TTA! This marks a significant milestone in Scientists’ collective efforts to secure better … Read more

Updates

August 23, 2024

CAPS-UAW Board of Directors Meeting, tomorrow, Saturday August 24 This is the last reminder to pre-register for tomorrow’s Board of Directors’ meeting, scheduled for Saturday, August 24, 2024, commencing at 9 a.m.  All members are welcome to attend virtually, via Zoom. You must pre-register to … Read more

Updates

August 19, 2024

Vote if you haven’t voted yet! Your elected rank-and-file CAPS-UAW Board unanimously recommend a “Yes” vote on this tentative agreement as it includes major advances in terms of compensation, gender equity, healthcare, worker rights, and more. Read the full total tentative agreement here. See summary of … Read more

Updates

August 13, 2024

I’m Lisa Jensen, an Environmental Scientist (ES), and a member of our union’s Contract Action Team. I’m proudly voting yes on one of the strongest contracts: won through our collective efforts with our photo petition, member meetings, and historic strike. Voting started yesterday and runs through … Read more

Supervisors Updates

August 2, 2024

CAPS-UAW Supervisor/Manager Member: We are aware that the recent Budget Letter noted a raise would be reflected in your recent (July 30) pay warrant. Unfortunately, the State Controller’s Office encountered an error when keying in the raises. CAPS UAW worked with CalHR to ensure the … Read more

Updates

July 24, 2024

Stay Informed! Read Our New Mobile-Friendly CAPS-UAWNewsletter!  Our collective commitment and actions make our union, CAPS-UAW Local 1115, powerful – and that power is fueled by knowledge. That’s why we are making a major change with this issue of CAPSule by delivering it electronically. The new device-friendly … Read more

CAPSule Newsletter

July CAPSule Issue 05-2024

In This Issue: Click the following on the following topics to jump to content:  Welcome to the New CAPSule Newsletter! Member Meetings TODAY Will Discuss Contract Talks, Poll You for Our Next Moves Sign Your Photo Petition TODAY What You Should Know About … Our … Read more

Committee Updates

July 23, 2024

Please read this email in its entirety as it contains important updates and meeting logistics for the Membership Meeting – TOMORROW Wednesday, July 24, 2024 6-7pm. The membership is the highest authority of the union. With this in mind, your CAPS-UAW Bargaining Committee requests YOU … Read more

Supervisors Updates

July 18, 2024

CAPS-UAW Supervisor/Manager Member: Pay Letter 24-20, implementing the 2% general salary increase (GSI) for S10/M10 excluded employees whose classifications are “tied to Unit 9”, has just been released. You can read it here (see page 22). Unfortunately, as CalHR notified us, the excluded classifications that are not … Read more

Supervisors Updates

July 17, 2024

CAPS-UAW Supervisor/Manager Member: As mentioned in our July 11th Supervisors Update, CalHR has approved a July 1, 2024, 2% General Salary Increase (GSI) for S10/M10 excluded employees whose classifications are “tied to Unit 9.” (A complete list of those classifications is below.) Several of you have … Read more

Supervisors Updates

July 11, 2024

Your CAPS-UAW Supervisors Committee has met with representatives from CalHR to discuss pay and benefits for supervisory and managerial scientists. In their final decision, the State settled for a 2% General Salary Increase for excluded employees tied to Bargaining Unit 9 and no salary increase for those … Read more

Updates

July 11, 2024

With the recent affiliation with UAW, members of CAPS-UAW now have increased opportunities to participate in conferences and meetings like the opportunity below. We are looking for 20-30 CAPS-UAW members to attend as delegates at the 2024 UAW Region 6 Political Action Conference, August 17th and 18th at … Read more

Updates

July 9, 2024

High Heat: What In-Office Temperature Is Correct? With last week’s heat wave poised to continue this week, folks are starting to wonder if the in-office temperatures are possibly a good reason to stay home. According to Section 1805.3 of the the State Administrative Manual (SAM), each State … Read more

Updates

July 9, 2024

With the recent affiliation with UAW, members of CAPS-UAW now have increased opportunities to participate in conferences and meetings like the opportunity below. We are looking for 20-30 CAPS-UAW members to attend as delegates at the 2024 UAW Region 6 Political Action Conference, August 17th and 18th at … Read more

CAPSule Newsletter

June CAPSule Issue 04-2024

In This Issue: Click the following on the following topics to jump to content:  Members Learn to Organize for Power! CAPS-UAW Members Build Unity, Power with Solidarity Breaks CAPS-UAW Pay-Equity Bill Clears Assembly CAPS-UAW Wins Audit of Newsom’s RTO Order The MAC and CAT Need … Read more

Updates

June 20, 2024

On June 17, 2024, a group of your DWR peers from CAPS-UAW Local 1115 met with the Department of Water Resources (DWR) management for a Meet and Confer (M&C) regarding their implementation of the Governor’s Return to Office (RTO) mandate and DWR’s Telework Policy. Meeting … Read more

Updates

June 19, 2024

License Renewal Fees Due July 1. If, as a condition of employment, your full-time position as a State Scientist is required by law to maintain a license or certification, you are entitled to reimbursement for the actual cost of the license renewal fees from the State … Read more

Committee Updates

June 7, 2024

Solidarity Break Snapshot Last week, over 300 State Scientists supported our bargaining team’s fight for a fair contract by participating in one (or more!) of 15 different solidarity breaks. THIS is what collective power looks like and it is built by you and your colleagues, … Read more

Updates

June 5, 2024

CALL FOR INTEREST:  CAPS-UAW Health and Safety Working Group! Every worker deserves to go home safe at the end of the day. Are you ready to stand up and make a difference? If you answered “YES!” then we want YOU to join the CAPS-UAW Health … Read more

Supervisors Updates

May 29, 2024

Board Meeting Actions. The quarterly CAPS-UAW, Local 1115 Board of Directors’ Meeting was held on Saturday, May 18, 2024. Actions by your CAPS-UAW Board of Directors included:   The next Board of Directors’ Meeting is scheduled for Saturday, August 24, 2024. Location will be announced as the … Read more

Updates

May 29, 2024

Board Meeting Actions. The quarterly CAPS-UAW, Local 1115 Board of Directors’ Meeting was held on Saturday, May 18, 2024. Actions by your CAPS-UAW Board of Directors included:   The next Board of Directors’ Meeting is scheduled for Saturday, August 24, 2024. Location will be announced as the … Read more

Supervisors Updates

May 14, 2024

CAPS-UAW Local 1115 Board of Directors Meeting, this Saturday May 18, 2024. The next Board of Directors’ meeting is being held virtually, via Zoom, on Saturday, May 18, 2024, commencing at 9 a.m. All members are welcome to attend virtually. You must pre-register to attend the … Read more

Updates

May 14, 2024

CAPS-UAW Local 1115 Board of Directors Meeting, this Saturday May 18, 2024. The next Board of Directors’ meeting is being held virtually, via Zoom, on Saturday, May 18, 2024, commencing at 9 a.m. All members are welcome to attend virtually. You must pre-register to attend the … Read more

Updates

May 3, 2024

Dear Colleague:  There are currently two vacancies on the CAPS-UAW Board of Directors for Districts II and IV representative spots. Pursuant to the CAPS Bylaws, Article VIII, Section 6(d), “A vacancy in any other office or Board position shall be filled by the Board from … Read more

Updates

April 26, 2024

Dear CAPS Member,  The following letter was sent to registered State Scientist Day participants today: Dear Teachers, Students, Exhibitors, and Attendees: It is with a heavy heart that we must announce the cancellation of State Scientist Day 2024. The California Association of Professional Scientists – … Read more

Updates

April 22, 2024

There’s plenty of news in the April edition of your CAPSule newsletter, including an exciting opportunity for free training to grow our collective power (the registration deadline is April 26), our CAPS UAW press release about the successful affiliation vote, and a look at the Contract Action Team’s work to get members more involved with our union! 

Updates

April 22, 2024 (Call to Action)

What: Join CAPS UAW, SEIU Local 1000 DLC 787/788, UAW Region 6, and many more for an International Workers’ Day (also known as May Day or International Labor Day) Community Art Build! May Day is an opportunity to honor and celebrate workers’ solidarity, with demonstrations taking … Read more

Updates

April 22, 2024 (Call to Action)

When: TODAY, Monday, April 22, 2024, 3-5pm What: Happy Earth Day! Join CAPS UAW members taking multiple union actions on this important day for people and the planet. Where: CNRA HQ (715 P St., Sacramento, CA 95814)

Supervisors Updates

April 18, 2024

Dear CAPS Excluded Employee Member: Thank you for your membership and continued support of CAPS-UAW! This CAPS Supervisory Update provides information about your rights, as a Supervisor, to be a member of CAPS. It also provides updates about CAPS members’ overwhelming support for affiliation with … Read more

Updates

April 16, 2024

Hello! Your CAPS UAW leaders invite you to participate in a special training that will help us grow our collective strength and accomplish our shared goals. Organizing for Power (O4P) is a training and networking program based on the idea that, to win the changes this world and … Read more

Updates

April 1, 2024

A clear majority of the membership of the California Association of Professional Scientists (CAPS), representing almost 6,000 professional scientists who work for the state of California, have voted to affiliate with the International Union, United Automobile, Aerospace and Agricultural Implement Workers of America (UAW), according … Read more

Updates

March 1, 2024

Board Meeting Actions.The quarterly CAPS Board of Directors’ Meeting was held last Saturday, February 24, 2024. Actions by the Board of Directors included:   The next scheduled Board of Directors’ Meeting is set for Saturday, May 18, 2024. Location will be announced as the event approaches.  … Read more

Updates

February 22, 2024 (Sign-Up to Attend Meetings)

SIGN UP TO ATTEND CAPS Committee Meetings and Board of Directors MeetingALL CAPS MEMBERS WELCOME! Virtual Meetings – Via ZoomFriday, February 23Saturday, February 24 The 2023-2025 CAPS Board of Directors second Board Meeting Weekend will begin again with Committee Meetings on Friday, February 23, 2024. The … Read more

Updates

February 22, 2024

ake CAPS’ Telework Survey by Thursday, February 22nd! Your CAPS Bargaining Team is gathering pertinent individual member stories, labor statistics, and other related information to properly fight against various departments’ uninformed and ill-advised return-to-office (RTO) mandates. Fill out the CAPS’ Telework Survey to ensure your CAPS Bargaining Team … Read more

Updates

February 20, 2024

Take CAPS’ Telework Survey by Thursday, February 22nd! Your CAPS Bargaining Team is gathering pertinent individual member stories, labor statistics, and other related information to properly fight against various departments’ uninformed and ill-advised return-to-office (RTO) mandates. Fill out the CAPS’ Telework Survey to ensure your CAPS Bargaining Team … Read more

Updates

February 14, 2024

Take CAPS’ Telework Survey by Thursday, February 22nd! Your CAPS Bargaining Team is gathering pertinent individual member stories, labor statistics, and other related information to properly fight against various departments’ uninformed and ill-advised return-to-office (RTO) mandates. Fill out the CAPS’ Telework Survey to ensure your CAPS Bargaining Team … Read more

CAPSule Newsletter

February CAPSule Issue 01-2024

In This Issue Members Picket at Newsom’s Budget Press Conference Apply Today For a CAPS Professional Development Grant Is This Your Year to Verify Your Dependents’ Eligibility for Benefits? Follow CAPS on Social Media! President’s Column: Budget Politics Won’t Stop Our Demand for Pay Equity … Read more

Updates

February 2, 2024

CAPS has learned that CalEPA will be hosting an all-staff meeting on Wednesday, February 7, 2024, from 10 – 11 a.m. They tout that employees will come to “learn about CalEPA priorities for?the?year ahead, hear updates on hybrid work implementation, and get answers from CalEPA leaders to … Read more

Updates

January 30, 2024 (Call to Action)

CAPS has learned that CalEPA will be hosting an all-staff meeting on Wednesday, February 7, 2024, from 10 – 11 a.m. They tout that employees will come to “learn about CalEPA priorities for?the?year ahead, hear updates on hybrid work implementation, and get answers from CalEPA leaders to … Read more

Updates

January 30, 2024

Join your fellow State Scientists and friends for a practice picket at the CalEPA building in Sacramento! What: Practice Picket against the multitude of Return to Office Orders by various agencies. Other unions are invited, so grab your colleagues and come on down!  When: Thursday, February … Read more

Supervisors Updates

January 25, 2024

Dear CAPS Excluded Employee Member: Thank you for your membership and continued support of CAPS.    As with every new year, there are changes that could impact you or that you should generally be aware of. Below is a Summary of those changes. As a … Read more

Updates

January 24, 2024

Advocacy Continues at PERB. Shortly after CAPS notified CalHR of our impending strike from November 15 – 17, 2023,  CalHR filed an Unfair Practice Charge (UPC) against CAPS with the Public Employee Relations Board (PERB) and PERB ultimately issued a complaint against CAPS. CalHR filed a UPC against CAPS for … Read more

Updates

January 16, 2024

Governor Newsom’s Budget Proposal. Governor Newsom released his 2024-25 budget proposal on January 10, 2024, as the State Constitution requires. The Governor’s draft plan is filled with doom and gloom. Still, even the Governor thinks the budget deficit is about $30 billion smaller than last month’s … Read more

Updates

January 11, 2023

CAPS Strike Hardship Fund Update. The CAPS Member Benefits Committee has recently disbursed the first round of CAPS Strike Hardship Fund checks. As described in the CAPS Strike Hardship Fund, applications to the Hardship Fund must be received within 60 days following the Job Action, which is January 16, … Read more

Updates

January 9, 2024

Urgent reminder: tomorrow, Wednesday, January 10th, Governor Newsom is required by the state’s constitution to issue his economic predictions as part of his 2024-25 State Budget proposal to the Legislature, and State Scientists and their supporters will be there! ACTION: Make some noise to call on this Administration … Read more

Updates

January 5, 2024

Next Wednesday, January 10th, Governor Newsom is expected to issue his economic predictions as part of his 2024-25 State Budget proposal (this deadline is set by the State Constitution). In mid-May, the Administration will issue a revised budget plan (the May Revise) that typically has … Read more

Updates

January 2, 2024

LAO Releases Annual Report: California’s Fiscal Outlook. On December 7, 2023, the Legislative Analyst’s Office (LAO) – the nonpartisan government agency that provides analysis and advice to the Legislature on fiscal and policy issues – released their report that states they expect California to face a … Read more

Updates

December 22, 2023

CAPS sends you warm wishes during these holidays and hopes you return in the new year refreshed and ready to continue the fight! With the recent rejection of the State’s LBFO, your participation in actions will be the main source of pressure on this Administration … Read more

Updates

December 20, 2023

With the Holiday Season here, it’s an excellent time to consider how CAPS bargained the holiday calendar that gives State Scientists these paid days off each year: Many non-union, non-state employees receive as few as seven paid holidays annually. Over the years, CAPS successfully urged the State … Read more

Updates

December 13, 2023

CAPS Continues to Fight Against the State’s Intimidation and Retaliation. On November 15, CAPS began a 3-day rolling strike that was the first-ever in state civil service. It is evident that we shook things up: departments have no set procedures to fall back on when dealing … Read more

Updates

December 12, 2023 (Call to Action)

Join your fellow State Scientists and friends for a practice picket at the CalHR building in Sacramento! When: Wednesday, December 13, 2023 12-1pm. Reminder* CAPS is NOT on strike: attend practice picketing events on personal time! Where: California Department of Human Resources, 1810 16th Street, Sacramento, California 95811-7258. … Read more

Updates

December 11, 2023

During COP28 let’s work together to urge Gavin Newsom to demonstrate California’s dedication to addressing global climate change by investing in the California State Scientists doing the work behind his critical environmental agenda. Share the importance of California State Scientists during COP28 by posting at … Read more

Updates

December 10, 2023 (Call to Action)

Call to action, happening TOMORROW!  Together, let’s highlight how uniquely vital the work California State Scientists do to address major threats to public health and the environment. The time to Value Scientists is now!  On Monday, December 11th, join the conversation by posting on social … Read more

Updates

December 8, 2023 (Call to Action)

California State Scientists transform global climate pledges, partnerships, and agreements into meaningful policies and programs. Share the importance of California State Scientists during COP28 (28th annual United Nations Climate Change Conference meeting, the highest decision-making process on climate issues) during our Value Scientists social media … Read more

Updates

December 7, 2023

Two weeks have passed since we withheld our labor in the first ever strike of California state civil service workers. Together we are writing history!  Check out the growing list of news outlets that have shared our story: https://capscontract2023.org/the-platform/news/. Strike participation. If you forgot to sign in … Read more

Updates

December 5, 2023

Join your fellow State Scientists and friends for a practice picket at the CalHR building in Sacramento! When: Wednesday, December 6, 2023 12-1pm. Reminder* CAPS is NOT on strike: attend practice picketing events on personal time!Where: California Department of Human Resources, 1810 16th Street, Sacramento, California 95811-7258. The … Read more

Updates

December 4, 2023

CAPS Strike Hardship Fund Application. Your CAPS Board of Directors have been hard at work to establish the CAPS Strike Hardship Fund, and to ensure that the money from the Fund is disbursed equitably and with maximum beneficial impact. Applications will be evaluated utilizing a rubric, … Read more

Updates

December 1, 2023

On Saturday, November 18, 2023, over 1,200 State Scientists and our supporters attended CAPS’ Union Solidarity Rally and March outside of the California Democratic Party (CDP) Fall Endorsing Convention from 12pm to 1:30pm in the rain – and what a turn-out it was! The Rally … Read more

Updates

November 18, 2023 (Call to Action)

TODAYSaturday, November 18, 202312 – 1:30 PM Join the CAPS Union Solidarity Rally and March for Scientists outside of the California Democratic Party’s (CDP) Convention at the SAFE Credit Union Convention Center in Downtown Sacramento on Saturday, November 18, 2023 from 12 to 1:30 PM, RAIN OR SHINE! The rally will start at … Read more

Updates

Strike Day 3!

Your CAPS Bargaining Team has called for a three-day strike on November 15, 16, and 17, 2023 using the following schedule: CAPS CALENDAR.  TODAY, November 17, 2023: ALL RANK-AND-FILE STATE SCIENTISTS ARE ON STRIKE AND SHALL WITHOLD THEIR LABOR.  It is time for ALL rank-and-file … Read more

Updates

November 16, 2023 (Call to Action)

The Defiance for Science CAPS-sanctioned Strike saw its biggest day yet – the end count of folks at the Sacramento picket today was 1,277 Scientists and supporters who marched, rallied and chanted around the CalEPA Building in Sacramento. Hundreds of additional scientists did the same at their … Read more

Supervisors Updates

November 15, 2023

Dear Colleague,  As you are no doubt aware, CAPS has authorized a three-day rolling strike for Rank-and-File Bargaining Unit 10 employees that commenced today, and is scheduled to run until Friday, November 17, 2023. Many of you supervise these Rank-and-File employees and understandably have questions … Read more

Updates

Strike Day 1

Your CAPS Bargaining Team has called for a rolling three-day strike on November 15, 16, and 17, 2023 using the following schedule: CAPS CALENDAR.  TODAY, November 15, 2023: All Rank-and-File Unit 10 Scientists who report to work in District 3 (Sacramento, West Sacramento, zip codes 95600 – … Read more

Updates

November 14, 2023 (Alert)

URGENT: State employees should telework in Los Angeles due to 10 Freeway Closure.  A fire damaged part of the 10 Freeway in downtown Los Angeles early Saturday morning, leaving the freeway closed indefinitely in both directions. CalHR sent out a notice to all Department Directors … Read more

Updates

November 14, 2023 (Save the Date)

SAVE THE DATESaturday, November 18, 202312 – 1:30 PM Join the CAPS Union Solidarity Rally and March for Scientists outside of the California Democratic Party’s (CDP) Convention at the SAFE Credit Union Convention Center in Downtown Sacramento on Saturday, November 18, 2023 from 12 to 1:30 PM! Commit to Attend the Rally! The … Read more

Updates

CAPS Strike

CAPS has been negotiating with the State of California for a fair contract that Values Scientists for over three years. The Newsom Administration thus far has not shown a desire to negotiate a fair agreement that addresses CAPS long-standing pay equity issues. This has left CAPS with … Read more

Updates

November 14, 2023 (Call to Action)

You still have the opportunity to hear from your CAPS Bargaining Team (CAPS Team) at additionally scheduled worksite meetings. See the schedule below. You must pre-register in order to participate.  Your CAPS Bargaining Team has called for a rolling three-day strike on Wednesday, Thursday, and … Read more

Updates

November 9, 2023 (Call to Action)

Your CAPS Bargaining Team has called for a three-day rolling strike NEXT WEEK on November 15, 16, and 17, 2023.  Below is the schedule: November 15, 2023: All Rank-and-File Unit 10 Scientists who work in CAPS District 3 (zip codes 95600 – 95894) are on strike and … Read more

Updates

November 8, 2023 (Call to Action)

Your CAPS Bargaining Team (CAPS Team) participated in mediation with the Administration (State) on November 8, 2023, with one clear and long-standing goal: secure a fair contract for our membership that addresses our most pressing issues and VALUES Scientists!  No agreement has been reached and … Read more

Updates

November 7, 2023 (Call to Action)

Dear Colleagues, As we continue to use all the bargaining processes available to us to reach a fair contract for all rank-and-file State Scientists, there are reactions for every action we take. Your CAPS Board and Bargaining Team have taken necessary steps to have impasse declared formally … Read more

Updates

October 30, 2023

SAVE THE DATESaturday, November 18, 202312 – 1 PM Join the CAPS Union Solidarity Rally and March for Scientists outside of the California Democratic Party’s November 2023 State Endorsing Convention at the SAFE Credit Union Convention Center in Downtown Sacramento on Saturday, November 18, 2023!   The rally will be … Read more

Updates

October 23, 2023

Dear Colleague,  Have you ever wanted to get more involved with the real work of your union? Consider putting your name in the hat to be selected as a member of one of the CAPS Committees. CAPS Committees perform the work and decision-making for the … Read more

Updates

October 20, 2023 (Election Results)

Results Are In! The votes have been cast and the results are in. The official results as verified by the CAPS Elections Committee and ElectionBuddy.com can be viewed online here with the verified results. Without further ado, please welcome your 2023-2025 CAPS Board of Directors:   President … Read more

Updates

October 17, 2023

CAPS Board of Directors Election CLOSES TODAY, Tuesday, October 17, 2023, at 5 p.m. The CAPS Board of Directors Election voting period officially closes TODAY, Tuesday, October 17, 2023, at 5 p.m., PDT.  Only MEMBERS can vote in the election.  This election vote is being held … Read more

Updates

October 16, 2023 (AB 1677)

Dear Colleague and Friend, Thank you for your support of CAPS Sponsored Bill AB 1677 (McKinnor).  AB 1677 was vetoed by the Governor on Sunday, October 8, 2023. AB 1677 would have required the UC Berkeley Labor Center to perform an impartial study to examine the existing … Read more

Updates

October 16, 2023 (Call to Action)

Dear Colleague,  Excellent work engaging in solidarity breaks, the regional rallies, and the Strike Authorization Vote among all the other actions we’ve successfully completed this year! As you may have heard, the Public Employee Relations Board (PERB) has declared that CAPS and the State are … Read more

Updates

Save the Date: November 18, 2023

SAVE THE DATESaturday, November 18, 202312 – 1 PM Join CAPS for an informational picket and rally outside of the California Democratic Party’s November 2023 State Endorsing Convention on Saturday, November 18, 2023 in Downtown Sacramento!  Governor Newsom will likely be in attendance, in addition to many other … Read more

Updates

October 10, 2023

SIGN UP TO ATTEND THE CAPS VIRTUAL “WORKSITE” MEETINGALL RANK-AND-FILE UNIT 10 WELCOME! Virtual Meeting – Via ZoomCAPS District 5 CaltransWednesday, October 11, 202312 – 1 PM Join CAPS for a virtual “worksite” meeting with your District Director and CAPS recruitment specialist. The meeting will begin with a … Read more

Updates

October 3, 2023

Open Enrollment for CalPERS Health Plans, Open NOW.  CalPERS’ health care Open Enrollment started September 18 and ends on October 13, 2023. The open enrollment period is your chance to evaluate your health plan provider and make changes that will take effect January 1, 2024. During … Read more

Updates

October 2, 2023 (Call to Action)

CALL TO ACTION: Write to Governor Newsom to encourage him to sign AB 1677 (State Scientist Salaries – Impartial Study) The Governor has until October 14, 2023 to sign legislation that was approved by the Legislature this year.  AB 1677, which would require the UC … Read more

Updates

September 29, 2023

CAPS Board of Directors Election Commences MONDAY, October 2, 2023. The CAPS Board of Directors Election voting period officially commences on Monday, October 2, 2023, at 8 a.m., PDT.  Only MEMBERS can vote in the election.  This election vote is being held entirely online. Each eligible … Read more

Supervisors Updates

September 26, 2023

PERB Determines Existence of Impasse in CAPS Rank-and-File Bargaining. On September 26, 2023, the Public Employees Relations Board (PERB) formally determined that CAPS (specifically the Rank-and-File) and the State of California are at an impasse in their negotiations to reach a successor Memorandum of Understanding … Read more

Updates

September 19, 2023

CAPS was founded in 1984 by State Scientists for State Scientists as their representative organization for contractual negotiations over wages, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment. But in the four decades since then, CAPS has built a catalog of benefits that add value to membership, such as: … Read more

Updates

September 18, 2023

Worksite Meetings Scheduled. Your CAPS Bargaining Team understands we are entering into time that will bring many questions about bargaining and will be providing more detailed information at these scheduled worksite meetings, this Tuesday and Wednesday. Be sure to attend with your colleagues! See the schedule, … Read more

Supervisors Updates

August 30, 2023

A Supervisor’s FAQ About the Rank-and-File Strike Authorization Vote CAPS has received several questions from Supervisory CAPS Members after the recent announcement of the ongoing Rank-and-File Strike Authorization Vote. Here are some answers to help!  Question CAPS’ Answer Can I participate in a strike, should … Read more

Updates

September 1, 2023 (Call to Action)

TAKE ACTION TO SUPPORT CAPS SPONSORED BILL AB1677! This week, AB 1677, which would require the UC Berkeley Labor Center to perform an impartial study to examine the existing State Scientist salary structure, evaluate historical salary relationships with other state employees performing substantially similar work, … Read more

Updates

August 29, 2023 (Call to Action)

Dear Colleague,  Great job coming together in recent weeks to participate in Solidarity Breaks, the Teach-in, and Lunchtime Rallies! And excellent work showing up to the Los Angeles and Oakland Value Scientists! Rallies! Your participation in these CAPS Actions will help to win at the … Read more

Updates

August 23, 2023 (Call to Action)

Dear Colleague,  Great job coming together in recent weeks to participate in Solidarity Breaks, the Teach-in, and Lunchtime Rallies! And excellent work showing up to the Los Angeles and Oakland Value Scientists! Rallies! Your participation in these CAPS Actions will help to win at the … Read more

Updates

August 22, 2023 (Call to Action)

Dear Colleague,  Great job coming together in recent weeks to participate in Solidarity Breaks, the Teach-in, and Lunchtime Rallies! Your participation in these CAPS Actions will help to win at the bargaining table. Our strength is determined by YOU and YOUR colleagues’ continued participation! So … Read more

Updates

August 22, 2023

Board Meeting Actions.The quarterly CAPS Board of Directors’ Meeting was held last Saturday, August 19, 2023. Actions by the Board of Directors included:   The next meeting is scheduled for Saturday, November 4, 2023, at the Boardroom at 555 Capitol Mall for Board members and staff, … Read more

Updates

August 15, 2023

Bargaining with the State Scheduled for August 15. The CAPS Bargaining Team will once again meet with the State of California to continue negotiating for a successor MOU on Tuesday, August 15. Be sure to participate in the Union Actions listed here to support your CAPS … Read more

Updates

August 9, 2023

Board Of Directors Meeting. The next CAPS Board of Directors’ (BOD) Meeting is scheduled for Saturday, August 19, 2023, at 9am. In consideration of attendee safety and wellness, CAPS members are invited to attend virtually. Members who wish to attend will need to pre-register for the … Read more

Updates

August 9, 2023 (Regional Rallies)

Dear Colleague,  Great job banding together in recent weeks to participate in solidarity breaks, the teach-in, and lunchtime rallies! Your participation in these CAPS Actions will help your union win at the bargaining table.  CalHR has taken notice – the time is now to act! … Read more

Updates

August 9, 2023 (LA Rally)

Dear Colleague,  Great job coming together in recent weeks to participate in Solidarity Breaks, the Teach-in, and Lunchtime Rallies! Your participation in these CAPS Actions will help to win at the bargaining table. Our strength is determined by YOU and YOUR colleagues’ continued participation! So … Read more

Updates

August 4, 2023 (Election Update)

CAPS Board of Directors Elections Candidates Announced. Nominating Petitions for the 2023-2025 CAPS Board of Directors were due by 5 p.m. on Friday, July 31, 2023. Below you will find the list of candidates in contested seats for 2023-2025 CAPS Board of Director positions. The candidates … Read more

Supervisors Updates

August 3, 2023

LPLW Classifications Provided 3% Raise. Supervisory and Managerial Unit 10 Classifications that were included in the 2008 Like Pay for Like Work Lawsuit have been provided a 3% raise, effective July 1, 2023, consistent with their counterparts in Unit 9. You can see a copy of … Read more

Updates

July 31, 2023

Here’s your final reminder: if YOU want to serve your fellow State Scientists, and are considering running for one of the positions on the CAPS Board of Directors (BOD), your nominating petition with at least ten CAPS Members’ signatures and information is due TODAY!  Monday, July 31, 2023!  … Read more

Updates

July 28, 2023

CAPS Worksite Meetings Being Held in August: Please join CAPS for virtual worksite meetings, details on information to be shared and registration links below! BARGAINING UPDATE WORKSITE MEETINGONLY RANK-and-FILE MEMBERS MAY REGISTER Virtual Meeting – Via ZoomDistricts III and VThursday, August 3, 202312 – 1 … Read more

Updates

July 25, 2023

CAPS Teach-In & Lunchtime Rallies are TOMORROW! It’s almost here! Tomorrow, July 26, 2023, CAPS is holding a virtual Teach-In, followed by in-person rallies at your worksite! YOU can participate by joining your colleagues from 12 p.m. – 12:20 p.m. at the Virtual CAPS Teach-In (be sure to … Read more

Updates

July 21, 2023 (Board Election)

Here’s a friendly reminder, If YOU want to serve your fellow State Scientists, and are considering running for one of the positions on the CAPS Board of Directors (BOD), your nominating petition with at least ten CAPS Members’ signatures and information is due on Monday, July 31, 2023!  … Read more

Updates

July 19, 2023 (Action Campaign)

CAPS’ 2023 Action Campaign Value Science? Value Scientists!   CAPS’ actions have been organized with one goal in mind:  Support the CAPS Bargaining Team and illustrate to Governor Newsom, his Administration, and the State’s representatives at the Table that State Scientists are UNITED and STAND with our … Read more

Updates

July 19, 2023 (Join CAPS)

Here’s a tale of three states: What do all these states have in common? They don’t allow state employees to bargain collectively. What they earn is decided by politicians with zero input from the people who make the government work. Of course, things are different … Read more

Updates

July 13, 2023 (Call to Action)

Dear Colleague,  There is power in unity. Your participation in CAPS Actions will help your union win at the bargaining table. Our strength is determined by YOU and YOUR colleagues’ robust, persistent participation. The Action:  Update your email signature to contain one of the following … Read more

Updates

July 11, 2023

CAPS Sponsored Bill AB1677 Passes through Senate Labor, Public Employment and Retirement Committee. On June 28, CAPS Secretary Justin D. Garcia, other supporting organizations like the California Labor Federation, and a handful of CAPS Members testified in support of CAPS Sponsored Bill AB 1677 at the Senate Labor, Public … Read more

Updates

July 5, 2023 – Teach in and Lunchtime Rallies

Dear Colleague,  There is power in unity. Your participation in CAPS Actions will help your union win at the bargaining table. Our strength is determined by YOU and YOUR colleagues’ robust, persistent participation. The Action: July 26 Teach in and Lunchtime Rallies at YOUR worksites!Where: Your … Read more

Updates

June 28, 2023 – Action Commitment Cards

Dear Colleague,  There is power in unity. Your participation in CAPS Actions will help your union win at the bargaining table. Our strength is determined by YOU and YOUR colleagues’ robust, persistent participation. The Action:  Complete an Action Commitment Card (paper or online form) to show your commitment to participate in ongoing … Read more

Updates

May 31, 2023 – Open Enrollment!

CAPS Supplemental Insurance Open Enrollment – ENDS TODAY! CAPS Members now have access to three new Supplemental Insurance offerings: Accident Insurance Critical Illness Hospital Indemnity To learn more about the benefits and enroll please visit the Decision Support Tool. Your personal login information is below: User … Read more

Updates

May 26, 2023 – Call To Action!

Dear Colleague,  There is power in unity. Your participation in CAPS Actions will help your union win at the bargaining table. Our strength is determined by YOU and YOUR colleagues’ robust, persistent participation. The Action:  Participate in CAPS Solidarity Breaks! Pursuant to California Labor Law, … Read more

Updates

May 24, 2023

Board Meeting Actions. The quarterly CAPS Board of Directors’ Meeting was held last Saturday, May 20, 2023. Actions by the Board of Directors included:   The next meeting is scheduled for Saturday, August 19, 2023, at the Holiday Inn, Downtown Sacramento for Board members and staff, and … Read more

Updates

May 23, 2023

TAKE ACTION TO SUPPORT CAPS SPONSORED BILL AB1677! This week, AB 1677, which would require the UC Berkeley Labor Center to perform an impartial study to examine the existing State Scientist salary structure, evaluate historical salary relationships with other state employees performing substantially similar work, … Read more

Updates

May 22, 2023

CAPS TABLING EVENTSALL STATE SCIENTISTS WELCOME! Please join the CAPS Board, Staff, and other leaders for a tabling event. Stop by the table to learn more about your union, CAPS, the importance of membership, staying engaged, and taking action to support your CAPS leaders!  Multiple … Read more

Updates

May 18, 2023

CAPS Supplemental Insurance Open Enrollment – Only Two Weeks Remaining! CAPS Members now have access to three new Supplemental Insurance offerings: Accident Insurance Critical Illness Hospital Indemnity To learn more about the benefits and enroll please visit the Decision Support Tool. Your personal login information is … Read more

Updates

May 16, 2023

Board Of Directors Meeting. The next CAPS Board of Directors’ (BOD) Meeting is scheduled for Saturday, May 20, 2023, at 9am. In consideration of attendee health and safety, the meeting will be held virtually for members interested in attending. Members who wish to attend will need … Read more

Supervisors Updates

May 5, 2023

Board Of Directors Meeting. The next CAPS Board of Directors’ (BOD) Meeting is scheduled for Saturday, May 20, 2023, at 9am. In consideration of attendee safety and winter wellness, the meeting will be held virtually for members interested in attending. Members who wish to attend will … Read more

Updates

May 1, 2023

State Scientists’ Day is Wednesday! CAPS is proud to announce the return of State Scientist Day on the West Steps of the Capitol. May 3, 2023, marks the 32nd Annual State Scientist Day where the Assembly Concurrent Resolution, sponsored by Dr. Jasmeet Bains, has been passed to … Read more

Updates

April 25, 2023

CALL TO ACTION: Show YOUR Support! Your CAPS Bargaining Team (CAPS Team) meets with the State, TODAY, April 25. Be sure to show your support by taking the survey, wearing your CAPS T-shirt, and using the CAPS Virtual Backgrounds!  Bargaining Proposals from Members – Submit by May … Read more

Updates

April 19, 2023

Speak with a Product Specialist about the New Insurance Offerings during Open Enrollment. Any CAPS Member interested in learning more or speaking to a product specialist about what benefit might be best for them should register using the links below to speak to a Product … Read more

Updates

March 28, 2023

CAPS Announces New Group Insurance Offerings, Open Enrollment.As a CAPS member, you are automatically enrolled in our complimentary Basic Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment plans, which can help your family financially if the unforeseeable happens. In addition, you have access to the CAPS … Read more

Uncategorized

March 21, 2023

CAPS Bargaining Team Releases Survey. The CAPS Bargaining Team (CAPS Team) released a new bargaining survey for members last Wednesday afternoon. There are two versions – a survey designated for members, and a survey designated for non-members – so that the CAPS Team can hear from as many … Read more

Updates

March 7, 2023

CAPSule on the Web. The February Issue of CAPSule, CAPS’ monthly newsletter, is posted on the CAPS website. You can view it here.  Keep your Union Strong! Recruit a new member! CAPS offers a $50 incentive for recruiting new members, whether they are Rank-and-File, Supervisory, or Managerial State … Read more

Updates

February 21, 2023

Bargaining. Your CAPS Bargaining Team met last week and will meet again this week to continue planning discussions. We’ve discussed member engagement ideas and items for development including a forthcoming Bargaining Survey. Please stay tuned! Our next few meetings will likely continue to be planning and … Read more

Updates

February 14, 2023

Safety Footwear Reimbursements are Not Taxable Income. CAPS has filed several grievances at the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, after members noticed their safety footwear reimbursements came back with additional taxes taken out, and won! We’ve released a call for members to reach out if … Read more

Supervisors Updates

February 9, 2023

Board Meeting Actions. The quarterly CAPS Board of Directors’ Meeting was held last Saturday, February 4, 2023. Actions by the Board of Directors included:   The next meeting is scheduled for Saturday, May 20, 2023, at the Hyatt Centric, Downtown Sacramento. Staff Quarterly Report Posted. The Quarter 4 … Read more

Updates

February 7, 2023

Board Meeting Actions. The quarterly CAPS Board of Directors’ Meeting was held last Saturday, February 4, 2023. Actions by the Board of Directors included:   The next meeting is scheduled for Saturday, May 20, 2023 at the Hyatt Centric, Downtown Sacramento. Staff Quarterly Report Posted. The Quarter 4 … Read more

Updates

January 27, 2023

Board Of Directors Meeting. The next CAPS Board of Directors’ (BOD) Meeting is scheduled for Saturday, February 4, 2023, at 9am. In consideration of attendee safety and winter wellness, the meeting will be held virtually. Members who wish to attend will need to pre-register for the event … Read more

Updates

January 17, 2023

Third Meet and Confer Session Held with CDFW over Telework “Directives.” On December 29, 2022, the CAPS Meet and Confer Team (CAPS Team) met with representatives from CDFW in the hopes of productive discussions related to the directives that CAPS objected to in late August and … Read more

Updates

January 4, 2023

Bargaining. The CAPS Bargaining Updates over the last couple weeks have announced the Total Tentative Agreement, reached between the State and the CAPS Bargaining Team on December 16, 2022, a schedule of ratification worksite meetings, a ratification resources page on the CAPS website, and information on voting. Ballots have … Read more

Updates

December 13, 2022

Winter Season Brings on Respiratory Illnesses. Across California, three different illnesses have begun to run rampant. In response, Departments have released information about these viruses and some precautions suggested by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Due to a rise in positivity rates, COVID-19 … Read more

Updates

December 6, 2022

Safety Footwear Reimbursements are Not Taxable Income. CAPS filed several grievances at the California Department of Fish and Wildlife recently, after members noticed their safety footwear reimbursements came back with additional taxes taken out. Members’ footwear reimbursement at the Department requires the submission of a receipt, … Read more

Updates

November 30, 2022

Governor Authorizes Informal Time Off (ITO). Governor Newsom has continued the historic tradition of authorizing up to four (4) hours of Holiday ITO for all employees, based on time base. If you do not use your ITO during the holiday season, you may keep it until … Read more

Updates

November 22, 2022

Recruit a New Member, Earn a Recruitment Incentive. CAPS offers an incentive for recruiting new members, whether they are Rank-and-File, Supervisory, or Managerial State Scientists. The online membership application form can be located on the CAPS website at http://capsscientists.org/application. It only takes a few minutes to sign … Read more

Updates

November 15, 2022

CalPERS Monthly Webinars. CalPERS provides free monthly webinars for members about their benefits and financial planning options. CalPERS invites all state employees to participate, whether new to state service, mid-career, or approaching retirement. There are two remaining upcoming online webinars for 2022. These will focus on … Read more

Updates

November 8, 2022

The quarterly CAPS Board of Directors’ Meeting for the 2021-2023 Board of Directors was held last Saturday, November 5, 2022. Actions by the Board of Directors included:   Approving the minutes of the August 20, 2022 Board of Directors Meeting, Approving an update Bargaining Team consisting … Read more

Updates

October 31, 2022

Second Meet and Confer Session Held with CDFW over Telework “Directives.” On October 20, 2022, the CAPS Meet and Confer Team (CAPS Team) met with representatives from CDFW to continue discussing the current issues with telework, and focused specifically on the major issues CAPS sees surrounding … Read more

Supervisors Updates

September 23, 2022

All S10 Supervisors to Receive Retroactive 2.5% GSI. CalHR informed CAPS this week that all CAPS Supervisors, both Like Pay Like Work (LPLW) and non-LPLW classes, will be receiving a 2.5% General Salary Increase (GSI), backdated to July 1, 2022. The increase is commensurate with what other excluded employees are receiving for … Read more

Updates

September 6, 2022

CDFW Proposed Changes to Telework. Last week, CAPS submitted formal objections to several notices about telework that were sent to CAPS Members in CDFW’s Wildlife and Fisheries Division, Oil Spill and Prevention Response (OSPR), and regional offices. CDFW has responded, noting: “The CDFW has absolutely no … Read more

Supervisors Updates

August 23, 2022

Supervisor’s Committee Met with CalHR. The CAPS 2021-2023 Supervisor’s Committee met with the Governor’s Representative from CalHR last week to discuss items of importance to CAPS Supervisory Members, including: balancing all State Scientist Supervisors’ salaries. Thirty-three classifications of CAPS’ 52 supervisory classifications were left out of … Read more

Updates

August 30, 2022

The quarterly CAPS Board of Directors’ Meeting for the 2021-2023 Board of Directors was held on Saturday, August 20, 2022. Actions by the Board of Directors included:    Approving the minutes of the May 21, 2022 Board of Directors Meeting, as amended live, Committing the Elections … Read more

Updates

August 16, 2022

Know Your Rights: Weingarten Rights. State Scientists (and all state employees) have the right to request a union representative to attend a meeting they reasonably believe will result in disciplinary action. These rights are called “Weingarten Rights” which are derived from a 1975 Supreme Court … Read more

Supervisors Updates

August 9, 2022

Supervisor’s Committee Annual Meet and Confer Scheduled. The CAPS Supervisor’s Committee’s annual Meet and Confer with CalHR has been scheduled for Friday, August 19, 2022. The Committee will use the meeting to discuss items of importance to CAPS Supervisory members, including wages; direct report to … Read more

Bargaining Updates

August 4, 2022 Bargaining Update

Highlights (see paragraphs below for more detail on these topics): CAPS shared new member letters, an additional article about the importance of recruiting and retaining State Scientists and a podcast that highlighted the article. CAPS passed two proposals to the State – 2.xx and 6.1 … Read more

Supervisors Updates

August 2, 2022

CalPERS Released Preliminary Health Plan Premium Rates. The CalPERS Pension and Health Benefits Committee are working with the health plans to release final rates for Board approval in July. However, at the Committee’s June meeting, preliminary rates were released for 2023. All projected 2023 HMO … Read more

Updates

August 1, 2022

CAPS Continues to Engage on Telework. As mentioned in a previous CAPS Update (the password is ChooseCAPS! – it is case-sensitive), CAPS delivered the CDFW and Waterboards Petitions to the Department’s Labor and Executive Offices on Monday, August 1, 2022. The Waterboards recently relented upon a department-wide … Read more

Updates

July 26, 2022

CAPS Secures Side Letter for Healthcare Facility Employee Retention Payment. CAPS Agreed to a Side Letter Agreement with the State of California this week, attached to the 2018-2020 CAPS Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) which  will provide $1,500 to Unit 10 employees who meet the following … Read more

Updates

July 20, 2022

Sign the Petitions Supporting Maximum Flexibility for Telework TODAY. Active CAPS members have created petitions to advocate for departments to support maximum flexibility for telework now and into the future. CAPS intends to send these petitions to the CDFW and the Waterboards on August 1, … Read more

Updates

July 11, 2022

CAPSule on the Website. This month’s CAPSule is available online! You should also expect a hard copy in your mailbox soon. Access it on the CAPS Website here. Disability Insurance Vote Results. In May of this year, the Family Medical Leave Working Group, which was … Read more

Updates

July 6, 2022

STAND UP FOR SCIENTISTS Rally on FRIDAY, JULY 29, 2022! CAPS has organized a rally in support of our Bargaining Team’s efforts for this contract on Friday, July 29, 2022, on the West Lawn of the State Capitol from noon – 2pm. We’d love to … Read more

Updates

June 28, 2022

Update: CalEPA Telework Meet and Confer. On June 10, CAPS held a Meet and Confer with CalEPA and labor representatives from Waterboards, Pesticide Regulations and CalRecycle. DTSC and OEHHA were unable to attend. Several Board Members and Local Reps joined CAPS Staff in the meeting. … Read more

Updates

June 20, 2022

Electronic Ballots Released. Votes must be submitted by 11:59pm on June 29, 2022. Ballot login information has been sent to CAPS members’ email address on file (and only to dues-paying members – nonmembers will not receive a ballot). The ballot login info is being sent … Read more

Updates

June 13, 2022

Based on the CAPS member survey from May, the CAPS Bargaining Team is considering a proposal to shift from our current disability insurance program – Non-Industrial Disability Insurance (NDI) and Enhanced Non-Industrial Disability Insurance (ENDI). CAPS received over 200 responses to the survey that illustrated … Read more

Updates

June 7, 2022

CAPS Updates on Telework: CalEPA Meet and Confer, Departmental Petitions, and Individual Issues.   CAPS Schedules Meet and Confer Over CalEPA Telework Policy. CalEPA noticed CAPS on their intent to update their Telework Policy by providing a draft agency-wide telework policy for review. After Board … Read more

Updates

May 31, 2022

The Committee. Today’s Committee Update comes to you courtesy of the CAPS Executive Committee. The Executive Committee is comprised of the Officers of the Board. Petitions Supporting Maximum Flexibility for Telework.  CAPS leaders are releasing this message to the membership in support of active CAPS members … Read more

Updates

May 24, 2022

Board Meeting Actions. The quarterly CAPS Board of Directors’ Meeting was held last Saturday, May 21, 2022. Actions by the Board of Directors included:   Approving the minutes of the February 5, 2022 Board of Directors Meeting, as amended. Approving CAPS Local Rep Rae Vander Werf … Read more

Updates

May 19, 2022

Highlights (see below for more detail on each topic): Last week at the Bargaining Table with CalHR: CAPS informed the State’s Team about the Petition Delivery Event held May 6, 2022 CAPS was informed that staffers at the Governor’s Office and the Department of Finance … Read more

Updates

May 10, 2022

Thank you for attending the Petition Delivery! The CAPS Member Action Committee hosted a Petition Delivery Event last Friday, May 6, 2022. The event consisted of members present marching to the offices of four agency secretaries (Jared Blumenfeld – CalEPA, Wade Crowfoot – CNRA, Mark … Read more

Bargaining Updates, Updates

April 21, 2022

Bargaining Team Met with CalHR. The CAPS Bargaining Team (CAPS Team) met with CalHR (State’s Team), to continue bargaining over the terms of a potential successor MOU. The Teams discussed some outstanding sections, and the CAPS Team gave another presentation relating back to the “Avoiding … Read more

Bargaining Updates, Updates

February 17, 2022

Bargaining Team Met. The CAPS Bargaining Team (CAPS Team) met again last week with the State’s Team to continue negotiating a successor MOU. In these meetings, the CAPS Team gave another presentation relating to the “Avoiding Collapse” presentation from several weeks ago; passed a member … Read more

Alert

February 14, 2022 CAPS Alert

Due to the unprecedented workplace impacts from COVID-19, this CAPS Alert is being sent to all State Scientists in Unit 10. CAPS is continuing the effort to ensure the Unit stays informed by providing these updates to all (member and nonmember alike). These communications are … Read more

2019 Updates

February 10, 2022

Bargaining Team Met. The CAPS Bargaining Team (CAPS Team) met with the State’s Team twice last week to continue negotiations for CAPS’ successor MOU. The productive meetings again sought to bring the new CalHR and Department of Finance representatives up to speed on CAPS’ most … Read more

Updates

February 8, 2022

Board Meeting Actions. The quarterly CAPS Board of Directors’ Meeting was held last Saturday, February 5, 2022. Actions by the Board of Directors included: Approving the minutes of the November 6, 2021 Board of Directors’ Meeting. Approving Carolyn Buesch (CDFW-Redding) as a CAPS Local Representative. … Read more

Updates

February 8, 2022

Board Meeting Actions. The quarterly CAPS Board of Directors’ Meeting was held last Saturday, February 5, 2022. Actions by the Board of Directors included: Approving the minutes of the November 6, 2021 Board of Directors Meeting. Approving Carolyn Buesch (CDFW-Redding) as a CAPS Local Representative. … Read more

Updates

February 2, 2022

REMINDER: Board Of Directors Meeting. The next CAPS Board of Directors’ (BOD) Meeting is scheduled for Saturday, February 5, 2022, at 9 a.m. In consideration of attendee safety, the meeting will be held virtually. Members who wish to attend will need to pre-register for the event … Read more

Updates

February 1, 2022 Update

REMINDER: Board Of Directors Meeting. The next CAPS Board of Directors’ (BOD) Meeting is scheduled for Saturday, February 5, 2022, at 9 a.m. In consideration of attendee safety, the meeting will be held virtually. Members who wish to attend will need to pre-register for the event … Read more

Updates

January 25, 2022

Board Of Directors Meeting. The next CAPS Board of Directors’ (BOD) Meeting is scheduled for Saturday, February 5, 2022, at 9 a.m. In consideration of attendee safety, the meeting will be held virtually. Members who wish to attend will need to pre-register for the event … Read more

Updates

January 20, 2022

Bargaining Team Met. The newly-seated CAPS Bargaining Team (CAPS Team) met with the State’s Team last week to resume contract negotiations. The CAPS Team brought the new CalHR Labor Relations Officer (LRO) up to speed with two presentations relaying the importance of the work CAPS … Read more

Updates

December 14, 2021 Update

Joint Labor-Management Committee: Telework. The recently formed Joint Labor/Management Committee on Telework, as established in the September 29, 2021 Side Letter Agreement between the State and CAPS, met last week to bring forth members’ concerns about telework. Topics discussed with CalHR included members’ reports of … Read more

Updates

November 16, 2021 Update

Joint Labor-Management Committee To Meet. The Telework Joint Labor-Management Committee that was recently established in a Side Letter Agreement between CAPS and the State is slated to meet next month to discuss and provide recommendations regarding telework issues. If you have any specific suggestions for … Read more

Updates

November 10, 2021 Update

The first quarterly CAPS Board of Directors’ Meeting for the 2021-2023 Board of Directors was held last Saturday, November 6, 2021. Actions by the Board of Directors included: Approving the minutes of the August 22, 2021 Board of Directors Meeting. Setting the upcoming regular meeting … Read more

Updates

September 2, 2021 Update

Board of Directors’ Meeting Recap.  The quarterly CAPS Board of Directors’ Meeting was held Saturday, August 21, 2021, via Zoom. Actions by the Board of Directors included: Approved the minutes of the May 22, 2021 CAPS Board of Directors Meeting, Approved CAPS Member Jessy Fierro … Read more

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July 27, 2021

CAPS Seeks YOUR Input. At lot has happened since CAPS sent out an initial Bargaining Survey on January 28, 2020. The first official bargaining session was held three months following the release of that survey, in March 2020. CAPS once again requests your input and … Read more

Supervisors Updates

July 9, 2021

CalHR Releases Pay Letter Indicating LPLW Tie Still In Effect. CalHR released a pay letter on July 8, indicating that the S10 and M10 Supervisory and Managerial State Scientists whose classifications were tied to Supervisory and Managerial State Engineers in the 2008 Like Pay for … Read more

Supervisors Updates

June 18, 2021

CAPS Noticed Of State’s Plan For Raises for 2021. Yesterday, the State noticed all unions that represent “excluded” employees, like CAPS Supervisors and Managers, of their proposed end to PLP 2020. For Unit 10 Supervisory and Managerial State Scientists, they have announced their plan to … Read more

Updates

June 8, 2021 Update

Current PLP Totals, Increase to Vacation/Annual Leave Cap. Unit 10 State Scientists have been subject to PLP 2020 since July 1, 2020. As of June 1, 2021, all full-time State Scientists received another 16 hours of PLP 2020 credit, which can be requested and taken … Read more

Supervisors Updates

May 28, 2021

Pre-Board Virtual Worksite Meetings Successful. Thank you to all the CAPS members who participated in either of the two Pre-Board Virtual Worksite meetings held ahead of the May 22 Board of Directors’ Meeting. The CAPS Board and staff were pleased to meet with more than … Read more

Committee Updates

May 27, 2021 Update

The Committee: The Benefits Committee is responsible for the establishment and administration of CAPS members’ insurance and other membership-related benefits. A majority of this committee’s activity includes reviewing CAPS members’ and their dependents’ quarterly professional grant and annual scholarship applications. Today’s Message: CAPS is pleased … Read more

Updates

May 25, 2021 Update

Pre-Board Virtual Worksite Meetings Successful. Thank you to all the CAPS members who participated in either of the two Pre-Board Virtual Worksite meetings held ahead of the May 22 Board of Directors’ Meeting. The CAPS Board and staff were pleased to meet with more than … Read more

Committee Updates

May 20, 2021 Update

The Committee. The Benefits Committee is responsible for the establishment and administration of CAPS members’ insurance and other membership-related benefits. A majority of this committee’s activity includes reviewing CAPS members’ and their dependents’ quarterly professional grant and annual scholarship applications. Today’s Update: Re-apply for a $500 CAPS … Read more

Updates

May 18, 2021 Update

May Revise. The Governor released the May Revise on Friday, May 14, 2021 (you can read it here). This is the most updated proposed budget for the upcoming Fiscal Year, based on the latest economic and revenue forecasts available to the Department of Finance (DOF). … Read more

Alert

May 7, 2021

COVID-19 Resources | Alert Archives | Dear Colleagues, CAPS is proud to have one of our own – David Miller, a Department of Toxic Substances Control Senior Environmental Scientist (Specialist) and CAPS Board Member – serving as one of only 13 members on the CalPERS … Read more

Supervisors Updates

May 3, 2021

Support David Miller for CalPERS Board. CAPS and CalPERS Board Member, David Miller, is seeking re-election to the CalPERS Board of Directors to the Member-At-Large Position A seat, and he needs your help.  We’re asking for all Unit 10 members to sign and submit a … Read more

Updates

April 27, 2021 Update

Support David Miller for CalPERS Board. CAPS and CalPERS Board Member, David Miller, is seeking re-election to the CalPERS Board of Directors to the Member-At-Large Position A seat, and he needs your help.  We’re asking for all Unit 10 members to sign and submit a … Read more

Alert

April 23, 2021

COVID-19 Resources | Alert Archives | Dear Colleagues in Sacramento and Yolo Counties,  CalHR sent the message below to the entire labor community last night. We are encouraged that the State has heard CAPS’ repeated requests that their essential state workforce be offered the vaccine. … Read more

Alert

April 22, 2021

COVID-19 Resources | Alert Archives | CAPS is proud to have one of our own – David Miller, a Department of Toxic Substances Control Senior Environmental Scientist (Specialist) and CAPS Board Member – serving as one of only 13 members on the CalPERS Board of … Read more

Updates

April 22, 2021 Update

Password Changed. Effective Thursday, April 22, 2021, the password to the Members-Only sections of the website will be changed to ChooseCAPS!  – it is case-sensitive. Please do not forward this message, or any other CAPS Updates, to nonmembers. All dues-paying CAPS members receive these messages … Read more

Committee Updates

April 15, 2021 Update

The Committee. The CAPS Membership Communication Committee is responsible for overseeing CAPS’ publications for members, and for overseeing matters concerning membership, such as recruitment. In the past, this committee oversaw the creation of a host of infographics for CAPS members. These infographics can be found on the … Read more

Updates

April 6, 2021 Update

FlexElect and Dependent Care Reimbursement Account Changes. CalHR has adopted temporary plan changes to the FlexElect Medical and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts for both the 2020 and 2021 plan years. These changes should give members more flexibility for use, and arise out of federal legislation: … Read more

Committee Updates

April 5, 2021 Update

The Committee. Today’s Committee Update comes to you courtesy of the CAPS Member Action Ad-Hoc Committee, or MAC. The MAC is responsible for motivating members to take action to support the union’s efforts. Please Sign these Petitions! Dear CAPS Members, The petition created by CAPS … Read more

Supervisors Updates

April 5, 2021

Governor Newsom’s Draft Budget Contemplates Ending PLP 2020. Governor Newsom released his proposed budget in January of this year. Early reports indicate that the Governor’s priorities remain combatting the COVID-19 pandemic and economic recovery. The information released appears to indicate the possibility that the PLP … Read more

Updates

March 30, 2021 Update

Please sign the Petitions to Support Your Bargaining Team. In an effort to assist CAPS in its quest to secure equitable compensation for all Unit 10 employees, the CAPS Member Action Committee (MAC) has helped organize three petitions. The first petition is to the Governor … Read more

Supervisors Updates

February 25, 2021

Pre-Board Virtual Worksite Meetings Successful. Thank you to all the CAPS Members who registered and participated in any of the Pre-Board Virtual Worksite meetings that were held ahead of the February 20th Board of Directors’ Meeting. Over the course of the meetings, your CAPS Board … Read more

Updates

February 23, 2021 Update

Pre-Board Virtual Worksite Meetings Successful. Thank you to all the CAPS Members who registered and participated in any of the Pre-Board Virtual Worksite meetings that were held ahead of the February 20th Board of Directors’ Meeting. Over the course of the meetings, your CAPS Board … Read more

Committee Updates

February 18, 2021 Update

The Committee. The CAPS Public Relations (PR) Committee is responsible for the production of materials, media campaigns, and events to further the image of State Scientists and CAPS in the eyes of the public. Their largest event each year is State Scientist Day, which draws … Read more

Supervisors Updates

February 18, 2021

Reminder: Pre-Board of Directors’ Virtual Worksite Meetings. In advance of this Saturday’s Board of Directors’ Meeting (February 20, 2021), the CAPS Board of Directors (BOD) will be hosting virtual “worksite” meetings to allow members a forum to hear from and talk to their Board Members. … Read more

Updates

February 16, 2021 Update

Reminder: Pre-Board of Directors’ Virtual Worksite Meetings. In advance of this Saturday’s Board of Directors’ Meeting (February 20, 2021), the CAPS Board of Directors (BOD) will be hosting virtual “worksite” meetings to allow members a forum to hear from and talk to their Board Members. … Read more

Alert

February 1, 2021

COVID-19 Resources | Alert Archives | Dear Colleague,  State Offices Directed to Reopen No Later Than February 1, 2021. CalHR notified departments this week to reopen any closed state offices and reestablish any services suspended since December, consistent with health and safety information. They were … Read more

Updates

January 19, 2021 Update

2021 Mileage Reimbursement Rate Released. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) released the 2021 Federal Mileage Reimbursement Rate: 56 cents per mile. State Scientists are reimbursed by CalHR at the Federal Rate per CAPS MOU Section 6.1 which points to CalHR Manual Section 2202. CalHR updated … Read more

Committee Updates

January 14, 2021 Update

The Committee. The CAPS Membership Communication Committee is responsible for overseeing CAPS’ publications for members, and for overseeing matters concerning membership, such as recruitment. In the past, this committee oversaw the creation of a host of infographics for CAPS members. These infographics can be found on … Read more

Updates

January 12, 2021 Update

Governor Newsom’s Budget Released Friday. Governor Newsom released his proposed budget on Friday, January 8, 2021. The Governor’s priorities include continuing to combat the COVID-19 pandemic and ensuring that economic recovery will follow. Of interest to CAPS members, the budget also contemplates the possibility of … Read more

Updates

January 1, 2021 Update

REMINDER: CAPS Masks. CAPS is offering protective face masks to members (size: 7″ x 5.5″) and their children (size: 6″ x 5″), while supplies last. The use of protective face masks, frequent hand washing, and social distancing will need to continue this year. Show solidarity … Read more

Updates

December 29, 2020 Update

Safe and Happy Holidays. Science Saves Lives. CAPS would again like to wish you all Happy Holidays. To commemorate the year that has been 2020, CAPS has ordered protective face masks for our membership. While we are hopeful with the roll out of the vaccine … Read more

Alert

December 21, 2020

COVID-19 Resources | Alert Archives | Dear Colleague,  New COVID-19 Guidance Provided to Departments by CalHR. In response to CAPS’ continued communication and efforts to advocate for the health and protection of members, CalHR has provided additional guidance to departments produced by CalOSHA.  The new … Read more

Updates

December 21, 2020 Update

Dear Colleague: Thank You! CAPS would like to thank you, our members, for your continued support, engagement, and activism! It is through our collective power that we can keep supporting members in need and ensure that our members’ voices are heard. Thank you, too, for … Read more

Committee Updates

December 17, 2020 Update

The Committee. The CAPS Public Relations (PR) Committee is responsible for the production of materials, media campaigns, and events to further the image of State Scientists and CAPS in the eyes of the public. Their largest event each year is State Scientist Day, which draws … Read more

Alert

December 14, 2020

COVID-19 Resources | Alert Archives | Dear Colleague, CDPH Releases CA Notify. With incidences of COVID-19 rapidly spiking in California, the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), via CalHR, notified CAPS of a new phone app, CA Notify, that can help the public (and all … Read more

Alert

December 7, 2020

COVID-19 Resources | Alert Archives | Dear Colleague, Regional Stay at Home Order. On Thursday, December 3, 2020, Governor Newsom announced stricter guidelines, or a new “emergency brake” aimed at curbing the spread of COVID-19 in our state. Late Thursday night, CalHR informed CAPS that … Read more

Committee Updates

December 3, 2020 Update

The Committee. The CAPS Membership Communication Committee is responsible for overseeing CAPS’ publications for members, and for overseeing matters concerning membership, such as recruitment. In the past, this committee oversaw the creation of a host of infographics for CAPS members. These infographics can be found on … Read more

Supervisors Updates

December 3, 2020

Holidays Often Mean Vacation Time. The winter holidays are in full swing, and while this year is undoubtedly different than others, this time of year often brings questions about vacation, including whether a Department could deny an employee vacation time, while granting it to someone … Read more

Updates

December 1, 2020 Update

Holidays Often Mean Vacation Time. The winter holidays are in full swing, and while this year is undoubtedly different than others, this time of year often brings questions about vacation, including whether a Department could deny an employee vacation time, while granting it to someone … Read more

Supervisors Updates

November 17, 2020

Pre-Board Virtual Worksite Meetings Successful. Thank you to all the CAPS members who registered and participated in the Pre-Board Virtual Worksite meetings. Over the course of the meetings, the CAPS Board and staff members were able to meet with more than 50 CAPS members across … Read more

Updates

November 10, 2020 Update

Pre-Board Virtual Worksite Meetings Successful. Thank you to all the CAPS members who registered and participated in the Pre-Board Virtual Worksite meetings that were held last week. Over the course of the meetings, the CAPS Board and staff members were able to meet with more … Read more

Updates

October 22, 2020 Update

Virtual Board Of Directors Meeting in November. The next Board of Directors’ (BOD) Meeting is scheduled for Saturday, November 7, 2020, at 9 a.m., via Zoom. Members will need to pre-register for the event via a sign-up process that will be sent out soon. The … Read more

Supervisors Updates

October 22, 2020

Virtual Board Of Directors Meeting in November. The next Board of Directors’ (BOD) Meeting is scheduled for Saturday, November 7, 2020, at 9 a.m., via Zoom. Members will need to pre-register for the event via a sign-up process that will be sent out soon. The … Read more

Updates

October 16, 2020 Update

The Committee. The CAPS Membership Communication Committee is responsible for overseeing CAPS’ publications for members, and for overseeing matters concerning membership, such as recruitment. In the past, this committee oversaw the creation of a host of infographics for CAPS members. These infographics can be found on … Read more

Supervisors Updates

October 2, 2020

The Committee. The CAPS Political Action Committee (PAC) is responsible for allocating CAPS’ political action funds (or $5.50 from your dues each month) for the purposes of furthering CAPS’ legislative objectives. In general, the PAC allocates funds to causes or candidates that can help ensure … Read more

Updates

October 2, 2020 Update

The Committee. The CAPS Political Action Committee (PAC) is responsible for allocating CAPS’ political action funds (or $5.50 from your dues each month) for the purposes of furthering CAPS’ legislative objectives. In general, the PAC allocates funds to causes or candidates that can help ensure … Read more

Supervisors Updates

October 1, 2020

Smoke Causes Unhealthy Working Conditions for Some CAPS Members. With the number of recent wildfires plaguing our state, State Scientists are being called to assess the burn sites for toxic contaminants and work to collect and care for displaced wildlife.  California’s air quality has suffered … Read more

Updates

September 29, 2020 Update

You might still be wondering. At the August Board of Directors’ Meeting, there was a discussion surrounding the occurrences during the last quarter of bargaining, specifically the May Revise reductions. Board members indicated that they had been fielding a host of questions from why other … Read more

Supervisors Updates

September 18, 2020

New Month Added 16 hours of PLP 2020, Increased Vacation/Annual Leave Cap. Full time Unit 10 State Scientists have another 16 hours of PLP 2020 available for their use as of September 1, 2020. PLP 2020 can be requested and taken in the same manner … Read more

Updates

September 16, 2020 Update

New Month Added 16 hours of PLP 2020, Increased Vacation/Annual Leave Cap. Full time Unit 10 State Scientists have another 16 hours of PLP 2020 available for their use as of September 1, 2020, as a result of the Side Letter Agreement between CAPS and … Read more

Supervisors Updates

September 10, 2020

Know Your Rights. Nonstandard Work Schedules for WWG E/SE. Most Supervisory and Managerial CAPS Members are Work Week Group E (or FLSA-exempt) and do not earn overtime compensation. Members who are in Work Week Group E are still eligible for a “nonstandard work schedule” if … Read more

Updates

September 8, 2020 Update

Know Your Rights: Alternate Work Week Schedule. CAPS MOU, Section 7.2 provides members the right to request, and not be unreasonably denied, the “establishment of an alternative work schedule, flextime, telecommute schedule or reduced work time.” Working remotely does not negate a member’s ability to … Read more

Supervisors Updates

August 28, 2020

Pre-Board Virtual Worksite Meetings Successful. Thank you to all the CAPS members who registered and participated in one of the three Pre-Board Virtual Worksite meetings that were held prior to the August 22 Board of Directors’ Meeting. Over the course of the three meetings, CAPS … Read more

Updates

August 25, 2020 Update

Pre-Board Virtual Worksite Meetings Successful. Thank you to all the CAPS members who registered and participated in one of the three Pre-Board Virtual Worksite meetings that were held prior to the August 22 Board of Directors’ Meeting. Over the course of the three meetings, CAPS … Read more

Supervisors Updates

August 20, 2020

Virtual Board of Directors’ Meeting Scheduled for Saturday. The August Board of Directors’ Meeting is scheduled for Saturday, August 22, 2020, commencing at 9 a.m. via Zoom. All CAPS Members are welcome to attend the open-door session. All attendees must pre-register for the open-door session … Read more

Alert

August 20, 2020

COVID-19 Resources | Alert Archives | Dear Colleague,  CAPS recognized that some members may be displaced from their homes (and offices, if they were still reporting) amid evacuation orders as a result of the multiple wildfires across the State, and CAPS has reached out to … Read more

Supervisors Updates

August 14, 2020

Worksite Meetings Before August 22nd Board of Directors’ Meeting. In advance of the Board of Directors’ Meeting on Saturday, August 22, 2020, the CAPS Board of Directors will be hosting virtual “worksite” meetings to allow members a forum to hear from and ask questions of … Read more

Updates

August 11, 2020 Update

All Provisions of MOU Continue. Thanks to the “Evergreen Provision” in the Dills Act, the CAPS 2018-2020 MOU remains in effect beyond its term, until a successor agreement is reached. So, all portions of the MOU that were not modified by the recent Side Letter … Read more

Supervisors Updates

August 7, 2020

State Controller’s Office Makes Calculation Error. The State Controller’s Office (SCO) has announced that they made an error when calculating employee’s retirement deductions that resulted from the May Budget Revise Reductions negotiated across all units. As a result, the July payroll retirement withholding amount was … Read more

Updates

August 4, 2020 Update

State Controller’s Office Makes Calculation Error. The State Controller’s Office (SCO) has announced that they made an error when calculating employee’s retirement deductions that resulted from the May Budget Revise Reductions negotiated across all units. As a result, the July payroll retirement withholding amount was … Read more

Supervisors Updates

July 30, 2020

Purpose of the Board of Directors Meetings. The Board of Directors (BOD) Meeting is a formal meeting of CAPS Board Members to conduct routine business of the Board. This meeting is usually held quarterly to discuss current challenges and address policy issues within the organization. … Read more

Updates

July 28, 2020 Update

Purpose of the Board of Directors Meetings. The Board of Directors (BOD) Meeting is a formal meeting of CAPS Board Members to conduct routine business of the Board. This meeting is usually held quarterly to discuss current challenges and address policy issues within the organization. … Read more

Updates

July 21, 2020 Update

CalPERS 2021 Health Plan Rates Released. The CalPERS Board of Administration has approved new healthcare plan rates for 2021. The overall average increase over the 2020 rates is 4.32%. It is not unexpected the 2021 healthcare plan rates have increased, as they increase every year. … Read more

Supervisors Updates

July 17, 2020

Return-to-Office Plans. After hearing about a handful of instances of noncompliance with mask-wearing, issues with cleaning schedules, and other health and safety concerns, CAPS sent formal letters to the ten departments that employ the most State Scientists, in addition to several other, smaller departments where … Read more

Updates

July 14, 2020 Update

Return-to-Office Plans. After hearing about a handful of instances of noncompliance with mask-wearing, issues with cleaning schedules, and other health and safety concerns, CAPS sent formal letters to the ten departments that employ the most State Scientists, in addition to several other, smaller departments where … Read more

Supervisors Updates

July 9, 2020

PLP 2020 Effective July 1. As we reported in a CAPS Alert last Thursday, CalHR released guidelines for so-called excluded employees with regard to the legislatively-required employee compensation reductions. Under CalHR’s guidelines, PLP 2020 went into effect on July 1, 2020. CAPS has confirmed with … Read more

Updates

July 7, 2020 Update

PLP 2020 Effective July 1. The CAPS membership overwhelmingly approved the side letter agreement between CAPS and the State of California surrounding the employee compensation reductions mandated by the state budget. Because of this, PLP 2020 went into effect on July 1, 2020. The Side … Read more

Alert

July 6, 2020

COVID-19 Resources | Alert Archives | Dear Colleague,  With California continuing to reopen, and the prospect of returning to state offices seemingly closer than ever, CalHR has released guidance to Departments for employees surrounding COVID-19, facial coverings, and the return to office. You can read … Read more

Alert

July 2, 2020

COVID-19 Resources | Alert Archives | Dear Supervisory and Managerial State Scientists, CalHR has officially released the State’s plans for so-called “excluded” employees (those excluded from the Ralph C. Dills Act which governs collective bargaining) with regard to the employee compensation reductions required by the … Read more

Supervisors Updates

July 2, 2020

Supervisor’s Committee Sent Proposals to CalHR. As discussed in previous emails, CAPS Supervisor Director, Scott Bauer, requested to Meet and Confer with CalHR surrounding the legislatively-approved employee compensation reductions, shortly after Governor Newsom announced the need for them. Since that time, the Supervisor’s Committee (the … Read more

Supervisors Updates

June 26, 2020

CAPS Rank-and-File Bargaining. As mentioned in the CAPS Supervisors’ Update on June 18, agreements that the CAPS Bargaining Team reach do not apply to excluded employees, State Scientific Supervisors and Managers, in the same way. Many times benefits that Rank-and-File bargain for are extended to … Read more

Alert

June 24, 2020 Alert

COVID-19 Resources | Alert Archives | Dear Colleague, On June 18, 2020, Governor Newsom released a statewide order for the use of face coverings while in public. The same afternoon, CalHR, in conjunction with CDPH, released additional guidance to all departments regarding steps for individuals … Read more

Supervisors Updates

June 18, 2020

CAPS Supervisors Request Meet-and-Confer Scheduled. In the last Supervisor’s Update we reported that CAPS Supervisory Director, Scott Bauer, had requested a meet-and-confer with CalHR surrounding Governor Newsom’s May Revise announcement that the State of California will be looking to find 10% cost savings to employee … Read more

Alert

June 10, 2020 Alert

COVID-19 Resources | Alert Archives | Dear Colleague, California Continues Reopening. As California begins the process of reopening, CAPS has urged the State, at all levels, to protect the health and safety of State Scientists upon their return. CAPS has been in contact with Departments … Read more

Supervisors Updates

June 4, 2020

CAPS Supervisors Request Meet-and-Confer. CAPS Supervisory Director, Scott Bauer, has requested a meet-and-confer with CalHR surrounding Governor Newsom’s May Revise announcement that the State of California will be looking to find 10% cost savings to employee compensation. CAPS’ rank-and-file Bargaining Team has been meeting with … Read more

Updates

May 19, 2020 Update

Governor’s May Revise. The Governor’s revised budget was released last Thursday, which includes large cuts to his $222 Billion proposed budget from January. Governor Newsom’s revised budget proposal is about $203 Billion, with so-called “trigger cuts” tied to federal relief. The Governor’s proposals to enact … Read more

Alert

May 14, 2020 Alert

COVID-19 Resources | Alert Archives | Dear State Scientist, CalHR, representing Governor Newsom, updated CAPS late yesterday on their plans just ahead of the release of the May Revise today. On the call, they informed CAPS of the following items:   The Administration is inviting CAPS … Read more

Supervisors Updates

May 13, 2020

Department of Finance Outlook. It’s no surprise that the Department of Finance (DOF) has been releasing information surrounding the state budget that cautions spending and reports a deficit moving forward.  The latest fiscal update from May 7 stated, “California began 2020 with a strong bill … Read more

Updates

May 12, 2020 Update

Department of Finance Outlook. It’s no surprise that the Department of Finance (DOF) has been releasing information surrounding the state budget that cautions spending and reports a deficit moving forward.  The latest fiscal update from May 7 stated, “California began 2020 with a strong bill … Read more

Updates

May 5, 2020 Update

Vacation/Annual Leave Cash Out. Typically, CalHR authorizes Departments to analyze whether they have funding to participate in the Vacation/Annual Leave Cash Out Program in April for the current Fiscal Year and to inform the unions. CAPS requested information on the program in April. On Friday, … Read more

Supervisors Updates

May 5, 2020

Vacation/Annual Leave Cash Out. Typically, CalHR authorizes Departments to analyze whether they have funding to participate in the Vacation/Annual Leave Cash Out Program in April for the current Fiscal Year and to inform the unions. CAPS requested information on the program in April. On Friday, … Read more

Alert

May 4, 2020 Alert

COVID-19 Resources Alert Archives Dear Colleague, State Scientists are ready, capable, and specially-trained in ways that could assist with the State’s effort to flatten the curve. That’s the message that CAPS sent to the Governor and the California Government Operations Agency (GovOps) several weeks ago. … Read more

Updates

April 28, 2020 Update

CAPS Member Needs Our Help!  Military Department Sr. Environmental Scientist and CAPS Member Brian Pierskalla has requested catastrophic leave donations in order to continue receiving pay and benefits.  Section 3.10 of the CAPS MOU allows the transfer of the following types of leave credits as … Read more

Supervisors Updates

April 28, 2020

CAPS Member Needs Our Help!  Military Department Sr. Environmental Scientist and CAPS Member Brian Pierskalla has requested catastrophic leave donations in order to continue receiving pay and benefits.  Section 3.10 of the CAPS MOU allows the transfer of the following types of leave credits as … Read more

Alert

April 27, 2020 Alert

COVID-19 Resources Alert Archives Dear Colleagues, We’d like to start by once again thanking you for all you’re doing to keep California functioning by protecting public health, agriculture, the environment, and California’s natural resources. CAPS is continuing the effort to ensure the Unit stays informed … Read more

Updates

April 21, 2020 Update

Board Meeting Postponed. The CAPS Board of Directors’ Meeting which was previously scheduled for May 16, 2020 has been postponed to June 13, 2020. Currently, the meeting is scheduled to be held at the Holiday Inn – Sacramento Downtown, Arena (300 J Street Sacramento) contingent … Read more

Supervisors Updates

April 21, 2020

Board Meeting Postponed. The CAPS Board of Directors’ Meeting which was previously scheduled for May 16, 2020 has been postponed to June 13, 2020. Currently, the meeting is scheduled to be held at the Holiday Inn – Sacramento Downtown, Arena (300 J Street Sacramento) contingent … Read more

Alert

April 16, 2020 Alert

COVID-19 Resources Alert Archives Dear Colleagues, Thank you for your continued patience as we all navigate these unprecedented times. We strive to get you information as often and quickly as possible.   CAPS continues to provide member assistance for individual and group representation issues related to … Read more

Supervisors Updates

April 14, 2020

Voluntary Personal Leave Program. Included in the CalHR Manual, section 2114, is a program designated the “Voluntary Personal Leave Program” (VPLP), which allows State Scientific Supervisors and Managers the ability to reduce their pay by 4.62% or 9.23% in exchange for 8 or 16 hours … Read more

Updates

April 14, 2020 Update

Vacation/Annual Leave Cash Out. Typically, April is the month that CalHR authorizes departments to analyze whether they have funding to participate in the Vacation/Annual Leave Cash Out Program for the 2019-2020 Fiscal Year and to inform the unions. CAPS has requested information on whether CalHR … Read more

Alert

April 13, 2020 Alert

COVID-19 Resources Alert Archives Dear Colleagues, Thank you for all you continue to do to keep California functioning amidst these unprecedented times. State Scientists’ work has always been essential to the maintenance and advancement of the State as a political, economical, and ecological gem. We’ve … Read more

Alert

April 9, 2020 Alert

COVID-19 Resources Alert Archives Dear Colleagues, Thank you for your patience as the guidance surrounding the State’s response to the novel coronavirus has rapidly shifted over the past few weeks. CAPS will continue to notify you of changes and other benefits available to you, and today … Read more

Updates

April 7, 2020 Update

Telework and your Rights. CAPS members in most Departments are being asked to work from home in an effort to follow Governor Newsom’s Stay at Home Order. That said, all of your employee rights remain in full effect. If you need CAPS’ assistance, or have … Read more

Alert

April 3, 2020 Alert

COVID-19 Resources Alert Archives Dear State Scientists: Several days ago we updated you that the situation was changing daily regarding guidance from the CDC, WHO, and local public health officials regarding how to address the COVID-19 Pandemic. We wanted to continue to update you, letting … Read more

Updates

April 1, 2020 Update

Hard Work Deserves Commensurate Pay. Rank-and-File State Scientists Fall into one of two Work Week Groups: Work Week Group 2 (WWG 2) or Work Week Group E (WWG E). If an employee is exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) in state service, their classification … Read more

Updates

March 24, 2020 Update

Statewide Shelter in Place Order Given. As noted in Friday’s CAPS Alert, Governor Gavin Newsom has issued a statewide Shelter in Place Order. Some CAPS members are considered to work in “essential functions,” and must report to work. Those members should see social distancing protocols … Read more

Alert

March 20, 2020 Alert

COVID-19 Resources Alert Archives Dear State Scientists: Several days ago we updated you that the situation was changing daily regarding guidance from the CDC, WHO, and local public health officials regarding how to address the COVID-19 Pandemic. We wanted to continue to update you, letting … Read more

Supervisors Updates

March 19, 2020

Updates on COVID-19, Daily. Over the weekend, Governor Newsom updated the recommendations from the State regarding mitigation for the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). You can view the press conference on Twitter. During the update, the Governor cautioned people 65 years and older to consider staying home in … Read more

Updates

March 17, 2020 Update

Updates on COVID-19, Daily. Over the weekend, Governor Newsom updated the recommendations from the State regarding mitigation for the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). You can view the press conference on Twitter. During the update, the Governor cautioned people 65 years and older to consider staying home … Read more

Updates

March 5, 2020 Update

Bargaining Kicks Off Today for Unit 10 Rank-and-File. You will likely hear talk around the water cooler – Bargaining commences today for Rank-and-File CAPS members, who are subject to the CAPS MOU, with a meeting between the Bargaining Team and Governor Newsom’s Representatives from CalHR. … Read more

Updates

February 27, 2020 Update

Board of Directors’ Meeting Recap.  The quarterly CAPS Board of Directors’ Meeting was held last Saturday, February 22, 2020. Motions undertaken by the Board of Directors included: Approving of the Minutes of the November 2, 2019 Board Meeting, as amended. Adopting a budget for the … Read more

Supervisors Updates

February 27, 2020

Board of Directors’ Meeting Recap.  The quarterly CAPS Board of Directors’ Meeting was held last Saturday, February 22, 2020. Motions undertaken by the Board of Directors included: Approving of the Minutes of the November 2, 2019 Board Meeting, as amended. Adopting a budget for the … Read more

Supervisors Updates

February 20, 2020

CAPS 2020 Primary Election Recommendations.  As you may be aware, the California primary election has been moved up this year to Tuesday, March 3, 2020. Each election year, CAPS evaluates the records of dozens of candidates running for state legislative offices. Based on each candidate’s … Read more

Updates

February 20, 2020 Update

CAPS 2020 Primary Election Recommendations.  As you may be aware, the California primary election has been moved up this year to Tuesday, March 3, 2020. Each election year, CAPS evaluates the records of dozens of candidates running for state legislative offices. Based on each candidate’s … Read more

Supervisors Updates

February 12, 2020

Savings Plus Changes. Savings Plus is redesigning and customizing its Core Investment Lineup and Target Date Funds. To transition to the new investment fund lineup, Saving Plus is introducing a Reselection Window to give participants an opportunity to make their investment selections. The Reselection Window … Read more

Updates

February 12, 2020 Update

Savings Plus Changes. Savings Plus is redesigning and customizing its Core Investment Lineup and Target Date Funds. To transition to the new investment fund lineup, Saving Plus is introducing a Reselection Window to give participants an opportunity to make their investment selections. The Reselection Window … Read more

Updates

February 5, 2020 Update

Bargaining Team Met. Your CAPS Bargaining Team met this week to go over the initial bargaining survey results, discuss priorities, and evaluate strategy and tactics for upcoming bargaining. Right now, the best way to help your Bargaining Team prepare for the upcoming negotiations, and to … Read more

Supervisors Updates

February 5, 2020

Supervisors FAQ. Can Supervisory State Scientists attend Worksite Meetings? Unless otherwise stated in the invitation, all CAPS members are welcome to attend worksite meetings. These meetings are a good place to hear about current events with the Board of Directors, to talk to your District … Read more

Updates

January 30, 2020 Update

Reminder: Bargaining Survey Released Tuesday. The 2020 CAPS Bargaining Survey went out to CAPS members and nonmembers on Tuesday, January 28, 2020. CAPS needs to hear YOUR voice to continue as a member-run union. The CAPS Bargaining Team understands that fair pay has been and … Read more

Supervisors Updates

January 29, 2020

Worksite Meeting Scheduled at CalEPA Building. A worksite meeting is scheduled for Friday, February 21, 2020, in the Byron Sher Auditorium at the CalEPA Building in Sacramento (1001 I Street, Sacramento) from 12 – 1 p.m. CAPS Board Members and Staff will be in attendance … Read more

Updates

January 23, 2020 Update

Worksite Meeting Scheduled at CalEPA Building. A worksite meeting is scheduled for Friday, February 21, 2020, in the Byron Sher Auditorium at the CalEPA Building in Sacramento (1001 I Street, Sacramento) from 12 – 1 p.m. CAPS Board Members and Staff will be in attendance … Read more

Supervisors Updates

January 23, 2020

Supervisors, Managers, and the CAPS MOU. There’s a reason CalHR refers to supervisory and managerial classifications as “excluded.” It’s because certain supervisory, managerial, and confidential state employees, among others, are excluded from the Ralph C. Dills Act, which gave collective bargaining rights to California State … Read more

Updates

January 15, 2020 Update

Next Monday is a Holiday. Monday, January 20, 2020 is a state-observed holiday in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. CalHR Manual, Section 2109 entitles State Scientists to several state-observed holidays with pay, in addition to any official State holidays declared by the Governor. Additionally, every full- and part-time … Read more

Supervisors Updates

January 15, 2020

Next Monday is a Holiday. Monday, January 20, 2020 is a state-observed holiday in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. CalHR Manual, Section 2109 entitles State Scientists to several state-observed holidays with pay, in addition to any official State holidays declared by the Governor. … Read more

Updates

January 8, 2020 Update

Bargaining Team Gets Back to Work. CAPS’ Bargaining Team met last month to set the stage for upcoming negotiations by learning about CAPS history and the history of the Dills Act – the law governing state employee collective bargaining – as well as to train … Read more

Supervisors Updates

January 8, 2020

Supervisors’ Right to Membership. When supervisors are first hired to Supervisory and Managerial positions, they are sometimes told, or erroneously believe, that they can no longer be a member of ANY union, let alone retain their membership in CAPS. Membership in CAPS is just as … Read more

2019 Updates

December 18, 2019 Update

CAPS wishes you and yours a happy holiday season! CAPS is an independent, member-run union, created by State Scientists for State Scientists 35 years ago. At the time, State Scientists were part of a larger conglomerate union that represented many varied professions, and State Scientists … Read more

2019 Updates

December 11, 2019 Update

Know Your Committees. There are 15 standing and ad-hoc CAPS Committees that work to carry out CAPS’ mission. CAPS Bylaws require the establishment of certain committees, while others are born of necessity to address specific issues. Descriptions for all of CAPS’ Committees and their responsibilities … Read more

2019 Updates

December 4, 2019 Update

Know Your Committees. There are 15 standing and ad-hoc CAPS Committees that work to carry out CAPS’ mission. CAPS Bylaws require the establishment of certain committees, while others are born of necessity to address specific issues. Descriptions for all of CAPS’ Committees and their responsibilities … Read more

2019 Updates

November 27, 2019 Update

Know Your Committees. There are 15 standing and ad-hoc CAPS Committees that work to carry out CAPS’ mission. CAPS Bylaws require the establishment of certain committees, while others are born of necessity to address specific issues. Descriptions for all of CAPS’ Committees and their responsibilities … Read more

2019 Updates

November 20, 2019 Update

Know Your Committees. There are 15 standing and ad-hoc CAPS Committees that work to carry out CAPS’ mission. CAPS Bylaws require the establishment of certain committees, while others are born of necessity to address specific issues. Descriptions for all of CAPS’ Committees and their responsibilities … Read more

2019 Updates

November 13, 2019 Update

Know Your Committees. There are 15 standing and ad-hoc CAPS Committees that work to carry out CAPS’ mission. CAPS Bylaws require the establishment of certain committees, while others are born of necessity to address specific issues. Descriptions for all of CAPS’ Committees and their responsibilities … Read more

2019 Updates

November 6, 2019 Update

The quarterly CAPS Board of Directors’ Meeting was held last Saturday, November 2, 2019. Motions and notable items undertaken by the Board of Directors included: Approving of the Minutes of the August 24, 2019 Board Meeting. Appointing the CAPS Bargaining Committee (which is responsible for … Read more

2019 Updates

October 30, 2019 Update

Board of Directors’ Meeting. The next Board of Directors’ meeting (the inaugural meeting of the 2019-2021 Board of Directors) is scheduled for this Saturday, November 2, 2019, at the Holiday Inn Sacramento, Downtown-Arena, River City View Room (300 J Street, 16th Floor, Sacramento, CA 95814), commencing … Read more

2019 Updates

October 23, 2019 Update

Board of Directors’ Meeting. The next Board of Directors’ meeting (the inaugural meeting of the 2019-2021 Board of Directors) is scheduled for Saturday, November 2, 2019, at the Holiday Inn Sacramento, Downtown-Arena (300 J Street, Sacramento, CA 95814), commencing at 9 a.m. All members are … Read more

2019 Updates

October 16, 2019 Update

Elections Results Posted! The ballot count for the 2019-2021 CAPS Board of Directors was completed yesterday, October 15, 2019. The official and detailed results as verified by the CAPS Elections Committee and MK Elections can be viewed here. Here is the complete list of CAPS … Read more

2019 Updates

October 9, 2019 Update

CAPS Member Needs Your Help! Department of Fish and Wildlife Environmental Scientist and CAPS Member Dana McCanne has requested catastrophic leave donations in order to continue receiving pay and benefits.  Section 3.10 of the CAPS MOU allows transfer of leave credits as catastrophic leave: CTO, … Read more

2019 Updates

October 3, 2019 Update

Healthcare Open Enrollment Ends THIS FRIDAY. The CalPERS Annual Health Care Open Enrollment Period for the 2020 calendar year commenced September 9th and ends this Friday, October 4, 2019. During this time, State Scientists (and all CalPERS members) may enroll in or switch their CalPERS Health Plan, add … Read more

2019 Updates

September 25, 2019 Update

History of CAPS. You hear it about CAPS regularly, “a union created by State Scientists for State Scientists,” but what does that really mean? CAPS was established in 1984 by State Scientists who wanted to ensure that their voice was not lost among the cacophony … Read more

2019 Updates

September 18, 2019 Update

CAPS Is Going Social! Instagram is more than just a way to get jealous about your friend’s vacation photos.  It’s a way to connect with people, organizations, and causes bigger than the individual. Just think about the massive amounts of new things you’ve likely discovered … Read more

2019 Updates

September 11, 2019 Update

Ballots are Mailed NEXT Friday — Update your Address by THIS Friday, September 13, in order to ensure that your ballot is received ON TIME. The 2019-2021 CAPS Board of Directors Election is currently underway. Nominating Petitions were submitted in July, Candidate Statements were submitted … Read more

2019 Updates

September 4, 2019 Update

CalPERS Health Plan Open Enrollment, Plan Premiums and How They Affect YOU! The CalPERS annual health care Open Enrollment period for the 2020 calendar year will commence September 9 and ends October 4, 2019.  During this time, State Scientists (and all CalPERS members) may enroll … Read more

2019 Updates

August 29, 2019 Update

The quarterly CAPS Board of Directors’ Meeting was held last Saturday, August 24, 2019. Motions undertaken by the Board of Directors included: Approving of the Minutes of the May 18, 2019 Board Meeting. Approving CAPS’ endorsement of 69 incumbents seeking reelection, and one open seat … Read more

2019 Updates

August 21, 2019 Update

Bargaining Team Working For You. Your CAPS Bargaining Team met last week to strategize and create guiding documents for the next Bargaining Team. Bargaining for the next CAPS MOU will begin with the “Sunshine” Process in January 2020. Other topics discussed included two side letters … Read more

2019 Updates

August 14, 2019 Update

Know Your Rights. Travel Reimbursement. CAPS MOU, Section 6.1 allows State Scientists to be reimbursed for “for actual, necessary, and appropriate business and travel expenses in accordance with CalHR rules and Online HR Manual sections 2201 (Travel and Relocation Policy), 2202 (Mileage Reimbursement), and 2203 … Read more

2019 Updates

August 7, 2019 Update

CAPS Member Needs Your Help! Department of Public Health Senior Health Physicist and CAPS Board Member James Thomas has requested catastrophic leave donations in order to continue receiving pay and benefits.  Section 3.10 of the CAPS MOU allows transfer of leave credits as catastrophic leave: … Read more

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