OPEIU Local 2

We are still reeling from last week at the Coalition Union Delegate Conference where we connected with union siblings from across the country, shared ideas, strengthened solidarity, and built power for working people everywhere. Proud to represent OPEIU Local 2 and bring that energy back home. ✊💙

Happy Mother’s Day from OPEIU Local 2 💐
We appreciate all the amazing mothers and mother figures today and every day. 💙 ’s day

Today, OPEIU Local 2 proudly recognizes May Day International Workers’ Day.

May Day is a time to honor the workers who came before us those who organized, fought, and sacrificed to secure the rights and protections we have today. It is also a reminder that our work is not finished.

This year, In Los Angeles, California, Local 2 joined in taking to the streets for the May Day March, raising their voices for workers’ rights, dignity, and justice.

At Local 2, we remain committed to that same fight supporting workers everywhere as we push for fair wages, safe working conditions, and respect on the job.

When we stand together, we are stronger.
When we organize, we win.

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This past weekend, members of OPEIU Local 2 joined leaders from across the country for a powerful Educational Conference experience. From engaging discussions to hands on workshops, the weekend was all about strengthening our union, sharing ideas, and building connections that move us forward together.

We’re proud to represent Local 2 and bring back new knowledge, energy, and strategies to continue supporting our members.

Stronger together. Always. ✊

Our rights weren’t given—they were fought for and won by workers who refused to accept dismal working conditions. On International Workers’ Day and every day, the labor movement carries workers’ strength in our fight for justice.

Join us on : https://www.mobilize.us/aflcio/?q=May%20Day

This Workers' Memorial Day, OPEIU honors the hundreds of thousands of workers who have lost their lives while simply trying to make a living.

Corporations have for too long been willing to sacrifice our safety and health simply to boost their profits, and we must stand together in opposing these backwards priorities, demanding stronger protections and calling for more funding to OSHA.

More than 380 American workers died on the job each day in 2024, the most recent data available. This staggering figure is unacceptable.

Every workplace death is preventable.

Let us never forget those who've lost their lives due to this injustice, and keep their memories alive by demanding permanent workplace safety reform to protect all workers.

Today, we celebrate the incredible career and retirement of Linda Bridges, President/Business Manager of OPEIU Local 2.

Linda has been a proud union member for 40 years, beginning her journey in 1985 as a shop steward and executive board member. From there, she rose through the ranks serving as a staff representative, 1st Vice President, Secretary-Treasurer, and ultimately President/Business Manager.

Her leadership extended beyond Local 2, serving for over a decade as Secretary-Treasurer of the Metropolitan Labor Council, AFL-CIO and the Community Services Agency, MWC, AFL-CIO. She also dedicated her time as a trustee on multiple pension and health and welfare funds.

Linda’s commitment, support, and dedication to this union and its members have made a lasting impact. Beyond her leadership, she has been a passionate community activist, always working to uplift others.

Thank you, Linda, for your years of service, strength, and unwavering dedication. Wishing you a happy and well deserved retirement!

We extend our sincere gratitude for her years of service

🌍 Happy Earth Day! 🌱

OPEIU Local 2 is proud to support a healthier, cleaner planet for our communities today and future generations. 💚

Every small action counts whether it’s recycling, reducing waste, or supporting sustainable practices at work and at home.

Let’s continue working together to protect our environment and build a better future. 🌎✨

Your new Officers and Executive Board of the Local have been elected by acclamation. We are proud to announce that Sarah Levesque will be sworn in as President, Michael Spiller as Secretary-Treasurer, Tammi Spence as 1st VP, Yvonne Ellis as 2nd VP, Tiffany Powell as 3rd VP, and Juanita Bowman as Recording Secretary. We welcome them and the decades of dedicated Local 2 membership and experience in the labor movement that their leadership will bring. We look forward to the direction that they will take this Local and the strength they will bring to our union in the anti-worker climate we are in. We will continue our focus on organizing, empowering our Local, educating our members on the issues important to labor, and building strong stewards.

The full report of all elected positions from the Election Committee can be found here:

Local 2 Members Elect Their New President and Officers OPEIU Local 2 members elected Sarah Levesque as President, Michael Spiller as Secretary-Treasurer, Tammi Spence as First Vice President, Yvonne Ellis as Second Vice President, Tiffany Powell as Third...