City Staffing Vacancies and Temporary Workforce
Santa Cruz
Summary
SEIU Local 521 presented data showing a 9.5% vacancy rate, roughly 309 unbenefited temporary workers, and management outnumbering service staff. The union asked the city to stop unbudgeting service positions and reduce reliance on temps and contractors.
At a glance
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Last discussed Aug 11, 2026.
Impact analysis
About 35% of the city workforce reportedly receives no health benefits; union seeks market-rate pay corrections.
City service workers and residents who rely on front-counter city services.
Temporary and unbenefited workers, including library and parks staff below the living wage.
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