Demand transparency from SJECCD: Protect Julinda LeDee's rights
The Issue
Julinda LeDee is a beacon of dedication and integrity in the San José community, known for her unwavering commitment to social justice and equity. Her work as a Santa Clara County Human Rights Commissioner and recipient of the "Bridge to Equity Award" from the San José Evergreen Community College District (SJECCD) exemplifies her dedication to these values. Yet, despite her esteemed status, Julinda now faces an unjust and swift action that threatens not only her rights but also the rights of faculty and employees across the district.
Recently, the SJECCD administration has made a decision to bypass mandatory progressive discipline and prematurely cut off her statutory pay, effectively stripping away her due process. This action stands as a stark warning to all district employees and faculty members, asserting that if someone like Julinda, a multi-decade public servant and active Union Steward, can be treated in such a manner, no one is safe from similar threats.
Progressive discipline is foundational to a fair workplace, allowing employees to be treated justly with step-by-step guidance and ample opportunity for correction and improvement. By circumventing this process, the administration not only undermines Julinda LeDee's rights but also breaches the trust of the community it serves.
It's important to realize that this issue is much larger than one individual's case. This is about ensuring transparency and accountability within the SJECCD administration. If the rights of one dedicated public servant can be overlooked, it sets a dangerous precedent for us all.
We demand that SJECCD halt this unlawful retaliation and respect Julinda LeDee's rights, reinstating her statutory pay and subjecting any action to due process. We call for an immediate investigation into these administrative actions, to ensure that all employees are treated justly and according to agreed-upon procedures.
Join us in our call for justice and accountability. Sign this petition to stand with Julinda LeDee and protect the rights of every individual affiliated with SJECCD. Your signature will send a strong message that the San José community values fairness, due process, and equity for all.
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The Issue
Julinda LeDee is a beacon of dedication and integrity in the San José community, known for her unwavering commitment to social justice and equity. Her work as a Santa Clara County Human Rights Commissioner and recipient of the "Bridge to Equity Award" from the San José Evergreen Community College District (SJECCD) exemplifies her dedication to these values. Yet, despite her esteemed status, Julinda now faces an unjust and swift action that threatens not only her rights but also the rights of faculty and employees across the district.
Recently, the SJECCD administration has made a decision to bypass mandatory progressive discipline and prematurely cut off her statutory pay, effectively stripping away her due process. This action stands as a stark warning to all district employees and faculty members, asserting that if someone like Julinda, a multi-decade public servant and active Union Steward, can be treated in such a manner, no one is safe from similar threats.
Progressive discipline is foundational to a fair workplace, allowing employees to be treated justly with step-by-step guidance and ample opportunity for correction and improvement. By circumventing this process, the administration not only undermines Julinda LeDee's rights but also breaches the trust of the community it serves.
It's important to realize that this issue is much larger than one individual's case. This is about ensuring transparency and accountability within the SJECCD administration. If the rights of one dedicated public servant can be overlooked, it sets a dangerous precedent for us all.
We demand that SJECCD halt this unlawful retaliation and respect Julinda LeDee's rights, reinstating her statutory pay and subjecting any action to due process. We call for an immediate investigation into these administrative actions, to ensure that all employees are treated justly and according to agreed-upon procedures.
Join us in our call for justice and accountability. Sign this petition to stand with Julinda LeDee and protect the rights of every individual affiliated with SJECCD. Your signature will send a strong message that the San José community values fairness, due process, and equity for all.
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Petition created on September 1, 2026