SACRAMENTO – On September 26 and October 1, 2025, the California Statewide Law Enforcement Association (CSLEA) held basic site representation classes for members via Zoom.

“On these two days we held two-and-a-half hour classes for our members who want to know more about their union, their rights, and how they can become leaders in their workplace and represent colleagues in disputes with supervisors,” said CSLEA Senior Counsel Andrea Perez.

Perez instructed the class in Sacramento along with CSLEA Senior Counsel Kja Harper-Gopaul in CSLEA’s Southern California office.

Attending the class were licensing registration examiners, program representatives, agents, special agents, emergency services coordinators, public safety dispatchers, detectives, investigators, special investigators, state park peace officers, hospital police officers, crime analysts, communications operators, senior criminalists, and wildlife officers.

CSLEA members in attendance became familiar with the roles of CSLEA attorneys and staff, how grievances are handled and who to communicate with at the affiliate and CSLEA level.

“Thank you to our members who attended and are showing interest in how to improve their work situations,” said CSLEA President Alan Barcelona.  “We were impressed with the turnout and value those who become our eyes and ears in the workplace.  We value our members and encourage involvement.  Never hesitate to contact us, even if it is just to say hi, and check in. It’s all about teamwork.”