To:         CALSAGA PPO members

From:      Jeff Flint, Association Manager

               William Hodges, Deputy Association Manager

Re:         CALL TO ACTION:  Grassroots effort needed on meal and rest break                     

Date:      August 18, 2008

We are cautiously excited to report that a legislative deal to provide legal clarity to the contract private security industry regarding on-duty meal periods is gaining traction.  This is welcome news and worth noting is only possible because of our strong, sustained lobbying efforts in Sacramento.

Because details are still evolving, we are unable to provide specifics at this time, but ask that each of our members be prepared to call legislators urging their support.  This request could come as early as tomorrow, and at that time, we will be able to provide the details.

In the interim, if you are interested in calling your legislator, please contact William Hodges at (916) 930-0552 or via email at whodges@calsaga.org.  Once we receive your correspondence, we will provide you contact information for both your Senate and Assembly representatives.    

During the last few weeks of the legislative session, it is absolutely imperative that we are well organized and ready to fully support this reform package on behalf of our industry.  If you have any questions, please let us know.  We will continue to provide you any news pertaining to meal break reform as it becomes available. 

Thank you in advance for your support.