CAPE is taking legal action to protect our rights.
We have officially filed Unfair Labor Practice (ULP) charges against L.A. County Assessor Jeff Prang and the County for violating our contract and state labor law.
The basis of the charges is failure to bargain in good faith over Telework and work schedule changes, and failure to meet and confer with the union as required by law.
Despite CAPE’s repeated requests, Assessor Prang unilaterally rolled back Telework without notice, negotiation, or regard for the employees who keep his office running. This is unacceptable, and we will not let it stand.
Work schedules, including Telework, are a mandatory subject of bargaining. Employers cannot legally change them without negotiating with the union first.
Telework works. Hybrid schedules save the County money, improve work-life balance, and maintain the high-quality public service our members are known for. CAPE members in the Assessor’s Office consistently exceed expectations—earning national recognition twice from the International Association of Assessing Officers (IAAO). There is no operational reason for this rollback.
This is exactly why our Bargaining Team is demanding stronger protections for flexibility, fairness, and appeal rights when Telework is denied unfairly.
Stay tuned for updates and be ready to take action.
Together, we will hold the Assessor accountable and protect our rights.
