The California Association of Professional Employees (CAPE, AFL-CIO) is the bargaining unit for more than 2,500 professional employees of the County of Los Angeles.
On April 2, nearly 300 CAPE members rallied at two locations across Los Angeles County—outside the Kenneth Hahn Hall of Administration and the Public Works Braun Building—to stand up against cuts t
Our CAPE Bargaining Team has put forward detailed, common-sense contract proposals that would help save the County money while ensuring the recruitment and retention of experienced professionals to keep LA County running
While our 2025 CAPE Bargaining Team is working hard to secure a strong new contract for our wages and working conditions, the Coalition of County Unions (CCU)—which includes CAPE and 14 other County unions—negotiates our separate Fringe Benefits Contract.
Below is the latest bargaining update on our Fringe Benefits Contract negotiations:
As our CAPE Bargaining Team meets with County management, we want to show a strong display of unity. We’re only as strong as the members in the workplace. Virtual backgrounds to Zoom and Teams are an easy way to show support for our CAPE Bargaining Team and to show union pride.
Below are five NEW virtual background screens to help you show your CAPE Pride and a set of easy-to-follow instructions for how to use them.
The time has come and we’re ready to kick off contract negotiations!
Starting mid-December, our bargaining team will meet with the County to advocate for the priorities set by CAPE members in our bargaining survey.
Our initial sessions will focus primarily on introductions, setting ground rules, scheduling discussions around salary inequities, and presenting our initial proposals. This is just the beginning of our journey to secure a strong contract to secure good raises, improved telework protections, and career advancement opportunities.
Our 2024-2025 CAPE Bargaining Team is ready to head into negotiations, representing every CAPE member and building on the hard-won progress we’ve achieved. With the rising costs of living and the evolving demands of our jobs, our Bargaining Team is committed to advocating for meaningful improvements in wages, telework policies, and workplace safety.
Congratulations to the newly appointed members of our 2024-2025 CAPE Contract Bargaining Team!
We’re gearing up to start negotiations for our new long-term contract, and we want to hear from you. Your voice is crucial in making sure our priorities are reflected in our new contract. Let’s make our voices heard and shape our future together!
