The Napa-Solano Central Labor Council (AFL-CIO), representing workers across both Napa and Solano Counties and from all walks of life, has confirmed its endorsements for the General Election in November 2024. The candidates listed below were interviewed by the United Workers for Local Government, which consists of representatives from the Napa-Solano Central Labor Council and Napa-Solano Building Trades Council. These unions represent workers from across all parts of the local economy and community, from the public sector to construction, manufacturing to teachers, healthcare, the service sector, and beyond.

     Following in-depth interviews and the use of extensive, substantive questionnaires, these candidates were evaluated based on their understanding and support of workers’ issues. We would also like to thank all the candidates interested in learning about and partnering with working families by coming before our affiliates to discuss their visions for the future. A series of ballot and bond measures have also been evaluated and endorsed based on their impact on workers and our broader communities. After the completion of the interviews, representatives of the various unions deliberated and voted upon the candidates and local measures identified as the most supportive of workers.

    At the national-level, the AFL-CIO, as the federation representing most national-level unions and of which the Napa-Solano Central Labor Council is a local affiliate, has endorsed Kamala Harris for President of the United States. The labor movement stands firm in its commitment to building a national and local agenda to support all working people. Through the coming election and over the next generation, the labor movement will continue its efforts to build an economy and society that works for all while protecting and strengthening the democratic form of government.

     Going forward, we are excited to work to elect pro-worker candidates across both Solano and Napa Counties. We will be talking with workers and members of the broader public as we fight to establish governing majorities who are ready to pursue growth that uplifts and empowers all workers and their communities alike.       

     The following candidates and ballot measures received endorsements from the Napa-Solano Central Labor Council.

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   The Napa-Solano Central Labor Council (AFL-CIO), representing workers across both Napa and Solano Counties, has confirmed Early Endorsements for the General Election in November 2024. These endorsements were given to candidates running for elected offices in which they have always previously been endorsed by the Labor movement. The candidates listed below were interviewed by the United Workers for Local Government, which consists of representatives from the Napa-Solano Central Labor Council and the Napa-Solano Building Trades Council, as well as workers from across all parts of the local economy, from the public sector to construction, and from manufacturing to teachers, nurses, and the service sector.

     Following in-depth interviews and the use of extensive questionnaires, these candidates were evaluated based on their track record of support for workers’ issues. Additionally, ballot measures in the City of Napa (Measure G) and the City of Benicia (Measure F, also known as the Save Our Streets measure) were evaluated and endorsed based on their impact on workers and our broader communities. After the completion of the interviews, representatives of the various unions deliberated and voted upon the candidates and local measures. 

     Over the coming weeks, the Napa-Solano Central Labor Council will be interviewing candidates in all other races across these two counties as we advocate for workers and communities in the 2024 General Election.

     The following candidates have received Early Endorsements from the Napa-Solano Central Labor Council.

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     The Napa-Solano Central Labor Council (AFL-CIO), whose 45 affiliated unions represent over 45,000 members across Solano and Napa Counties, has selected a new Executive Director. By a vote of the various unions of the Council, Glenn Loveall, previously on staff with the Labor Council, and several other unions, has been appointed as Executive Director, succeeding longtime labor leader Jon Riley.

     Born and raised in Fairfield and the son of a local public-school Teacher and an Engineer, Loveall has long been active in the community and on workers’ issues. Following his graduation from Armijo High School, Loveall earned Bachelors’ Degrees at UC Davis and an M.A. from UC Riverside. After serving as a staffer for Congressman John Garamendi, Loveall joined the Labor movement as Political Coordinator for the Iron Workers Union Local 378 before being hired onto staff at the Labor Council.

    “With interest in unions at a historic high, driven by workers who are fighting for better working conditions and a better quality of life, there is a huge opportunity to address the rising gaps between the wealthy and the rest of us,” said Loveall.   “Over the coming months, the Napa-Solano Central Labor Council and its various member unions and community allies look forward to expanding our advocacy for workers and for strong, widely shared growth across Solano and Napa Counties.”

     Loveall succeeds Jon Riley, who has served workers for 40 years, first as Vice President Emeritus of Firefighters Local #1186, and has held the position of Executive Director since 2009, following his time as President of the Labor Council (2005-2009). As Executive Director, Riley oversaw various successful strategies, coalitions, and a significant growth in the membership of the Labor Council. He will remain with the Council as Director of Community and Political Affairs through the General Elections in November 2024.

     “I’ve been so proud of my work on the council,” says Riley.  “When the house of Labor shows up, we make things better for working people everywhere, and that is a beautiful thing.  I’m so happy to see that the Council will continue to thrive in Glenn’s competent hands.”

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The Napa-Solano Central Labor Council (AFL-CIO), representing workers across both Napa and Solano Counties and from all walks of life, has confirmed its endorsements for the Primary Election in March 2024. The candidates listed below were interviewed by the United Workers for Local Government, which consists of representatives from the Napa-Solano Central Labor Council and Napa-Solano Building Trades Council, as well as workers from across all parts of the local economy, from the public sector to construction, and from manufacturing to teachers, nurses, and the service sector.

     Following in-depth interviews and the use of extensive, substantive questionnaires, these candidates were evaluated based on their understanding and support of workers’ issues. We would also like to thank all the candidates that showed respect for working families by coming before our affiliates to discuss their vision for the future. Additionally, a ballot measure in Benicia was evaluated and endorsed based on its impact on workers and our broader communities. After the completion of the interviews, representatives of the various unions deliberated and voted upon the candidates and local measures identified as the most supportive of workers.

     Finally, candidates for the Solano County Democratic Central Committee were endorsed based on their understanding and advocacy for working-class communities and the necessary coalitions to support working people.

     Going forward, we are excited to work to elect pro-worker candidates across both Solano and Napa Counties. We will be talking with workers and members of the broader public as we fight to establish governing majorities who are ready to pursue growth that uplifts and empowers all workers and their communities alike.       

     The following candidates and ballot measures received endorsements from the Napa-Solano Central Labor Council.

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Solano County Democratic Central Committee (SCDCC) – Elected Members

Volunteer RSVP Link (GOTV Friday 3/1 through Election Day) – https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeMpqOoAz6WlrL3y0I2VlMvhxjVwmzx0WPNnLzlOgSks-3HWQ/viewform

Saturday January 20^th, 2024
American Legion Post 550
420 Admiral Callaghan Lane, Vallejo

Doors open at 6 p.m. Dinner at 7 p.m. with raffle to follow

The Napa-Solano Building and Construction Trades Council invites you to the 24th Annual Crab Feed. We’ve missed everyone and can’t wait to see you for a night of crab, spaghetti and salad.
No-host bar available. ABSOLUTELY NO OUTSIDE ALCOHOL.

TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE for $75 per person

Large groups can be accommodated
No tickets sold at door; event will likely sell out

Make checks payable to:
 Napa-Solano Building Trades Council
2540 N. Watney Way, Fairfield, CA 94533

Contact Danny Bernardini at 707-454-6918 or dannybctc@gmail.com

In the city of Benicia, labor and community allies are coming together to invest in safe and modern roads and streets across his community. This proposed measure, under the campaign of Benicia Save our Streets (SOS), is in need of petition signatures to qualify it for the March 2024 Election. It will raise funds exclusively for the repair, maintenance, and improvement of roads, streets, and connected sidewalks and storm drains via a 0.5% sales tax. The Labor Council has endorsed this Measure, and we are in need of volunteers over the next few weeks to help get those signatures. We are also conducting a campaign to reach union voters across Benicia. 

Benicia Measure Volunteer Sign Up – https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/19azDsIZQw1ypfg2HzTHsCXgWXV2L2v1Lo00hCDM359A/edit?usp=sharing