#california

Alameda Health System deferred major layoffs planned for March 9. County officials voted to delay the cuts and form a working group. The system planned to lay off nearly 250 employees due to federal funding cuts. These cuts include historic reductions to Medicaid payments. The working group will address the system's fiscal imbalance.

https://www.sfchronicle.com/health/article/alameda-health-system-layoffs-delayed-21953564.php

The district plans to cut over 200 jobs. Preliminary layoff notices will soon go out. Exactly 221 positions are slated for elimination. The proposed cuts could save $19 million. The board approved moving forward with these initial reductions.

https://fox5sandiego.com/news/local-news/sdusd-layoff-preliminary-notices/

San Francisco aims to reduce $400 million in annual spending. Mayor Daniel Lurie proposes eliminating at least 500 city positions. This action addresses a significant budget deficit. City departments must submit new staffing plans by March 12. The specific departments affected by cuts are not yet clear.

https://www.kron4.com/news/bay-area/lurie-calls-for-hundreds-of-city-job-cuts-in-effort-to-close-budget-deficit/

Poway Unified School District trustees approved staff changes on February 26. Two employees received layoff notices. Seven certificated and three classified staff members were reassigned. Early retirement incentives were also approved. These measures address budget cuts and declining student enrollment.

https://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/2026/03/01/poway-unified-trustees-approve-two-layoff-notices-and-offer-early-retirement-incentives/

Wescom Financial is planning 72 permanent layoffs. These job cuts will be effective April 21, 2026. California WARN records confirm this information. The layoffs are spread across 18 company locations. Anaheim will see the largest single-site impact.

https://www.cutoday.info/Fresh-Today/Wescom-Financial-Slates-72-Layoffs-State-Records-Show

The San Marcos Unified School District board considered staff reductions. The district faces a $10 to $11 million budget deficit next year. A proposal to reduce elementary school librarians' hours was blocked. However, layoff notices were approved for about 17 teachers, social workers, and counselors. District leaders anticipate further cuts in the coming years due to declining enrollment and rising costs.

https://www.kpbs.org/news/education/2026/02/27/san-marcos-school-board-considers-layoffs-amid-falling-enrollment-higher-costs

First Brands Group is closing its western distribution center. This facility is located in Patterson, California. The closure will affect 98 workers. Layoffs are scheduled for April 4 and April 30. This action follows fraud accusations against the company's founder.

https://ca.news.yahoo.com/98-workers-stanislaus-county-face-020213695.html

First Brands Group will close its western distribution center in Patterson. This closure will result in 98 job losses for workers. Ninety-one employees will be laid off on April 4. The remaining seven employees will lose their jobs on April 30. The company filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy last September amid fraud accusations against former executives.

https://www.kcra.com/article/stanislaus-county-layoff-first-brands-group-closes-facility-patterson/70563533

California's wine industry is experiencing significant economic and market pressures. U.S. wine revenue and production both declined in 2025. Factors include changing consumer preferences, overproduction, and trade barriers. Several wineries and related businesses have announced closures or layoffs. Constellation Brands and Gallo are among the companies affected by these industry shifts.

https://patch.com/california/healdsburg/why-layoffs-are-spreading-california-wine-country

eBay announced global workforce reductions affecting 800 employees. About 271 Bay Area workers are impacted by these cuts. This includes 243 employees at its San Jose headquarters. An additional 28 workers in San Francisco are also affected. The company stated these layoffs align with strategic priorities.

https://patch.com/california/concord-ca/mass-layoffs-begin-these-major-bay-area-companies

The Alvord Unified School District Board approved layoffs for up to 123 employees. This decision was made on February 12 to reduce spending. The district cited a steady decline in student enrollment over the past decade. Up to 101 teacher positions and 22 classified positions will be cut. These actions aim to ensure long-term financial stability for the district.

https://riversiderecord.org/alvord-unified-approves-layoffs-citing-decreased-enrollment-budget-instability/

The WCCUSD school board approved significant job and program cuts. These reductions aim to address the district's $127.2 million deficit. Approximately 300 full-time equivalent positions are affected. Positions include teachers, administrators, groundskeepers, and the JROTC program. The cuts are projected to save $87 million for the district.

https://richmondside.org/2026/02/27/wccusd-school-board-approves-hundreds-of-job-cuts/

The Santa Clara Unified Board of Trustees unanimously approved staff layoffs. This decision impacts 11 temporary certificated staff, 36 classified employees, and 70 certificated employees. The certificated layoffs include 51 classroom teaching positions. Superintendent Dr. Damon Wright cited fiscal responsibility for the reductions. Affected employees will receive notification by March 15.

https://www.svvoice.com/santa-clara-unified-layoffs-pass-unanimously/

Pasadena Unified's school board unanimously approved a plan. This plan finalizes layoffs for over 160 staff members. The district faces a $30 million budget deficit. These job reductions are necessary to balance the budget. Layoff notices will be sent to affected staff by mid-March.

https://laist.com/news/education/pasadena-unified-board-approves-layoffs

The Oakland Unified School District board approved significant layoffs. Over 400 positions could be affected by this decision. The district faces a large budget deficit. These cuts impact various staff, including counselors and nurses. Layoffs will begin next school year.

https://www.ktvu.com/news/oakland-school-board-approves-400-layoffs

Alum Rock district leaders are considering significant staff reductions. Up to 38 employees could face layoffs. This includes positions like school liaisons. The district faces an $8 million budget deficit. Declining enrollment and lost grant funding caused the shortfall.
San Jose, California

https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/alum-rock-school-district-staff-layoffs/4043494/

The Manhattan Beach Unified School District faces a severe financial crisis. The school board will consider 31 employee layoffs. This crisis stems from a long-standing structural deficit and state funding disparities. The district projects significant deficits in upcoming years. Officials are exploring new parcel taxes and advocating for state funding changes.

https://easyreadernews.com/manhattan-beach-school-board-will-consider-31-layoffs-at-wednesdays-meeting/

Oakland Unified School District faces significant budget reductions. The district needs to cut nearly $103 million for the upcoming year. The OUSD board will vote on eliminating 421 positions and reducing 144 others. These job cuts primarily affect central office and support staff roles. Teachers and school closures are not part of the current proposal.

https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/oakland-unified-budget-cuts-layoffs/4042765/

The San Ramon Valley school board has a crowded agenda for its upcoming meeting. Trustees will consider affirming planned layoffs for both educators and classified staff. These reductions are due to the district’s current budget difficulties. The board will also review revisions to the district's grading and assessment policy. Additionally, community polling results for a potential new general obligation bond will be shared. Other topics include immigration enforcement response and categorizing the district headquarters as surplus property.

https://www.danvillesanramon.com/education/2026/02/24/srvusd-board-to-discuss-grading-policy-staff-layoffs-bond-polling/

TrueCar today reduced its staff by 30%. This action follows the company's recent privatization. Founder Scott Painter led a $227 million acquisition of the company. Painter also rejoined TrueCar as its chief executive. New leadership reevaluated operations, leading to these layoffs.

https://www.autofinancenews.net/allposts/risk-management/truecar-lays-off-30-of-staff-amid-reorganization/

Jackson Family Wines closed its Carneros Hill Winery. This action resulted in 13 employee layoffs. The company stated the facility was underutilized. Operations were consolidated due to this. This marks the fourth major California wine company layoff this year.

https://www.sfchronicle.com/food/wine/article/jackson-family-wines-layoffs-21938811.php

C3.ai announced job reductions at its headquarters. A WARN document detailed 71 impacted employees. The layoffs impacted data science and engineering staff. The company seeks a turnaround amid financial challenges. Its revenue and stock value have both fallen.

https://www.sfgate.com/tech/article/c3-ai-layoffs-21939617.php

The San Juan Unified School District board will discuss eliminating up to 320 full-time positions. The meeting will take place in Carmichael on Tuesday. The potential cuts are due to budget concerns. Positions include counselors, teachers, and instructional assistants. Some affected roles were funded by expired COVID-19 grants.

https://www.sacbee.com/news/local/education/article314777097.html

Jelly Belly will lay off 69 employees at its Fairfield operations. These layoffs begin in June and affect corporate-commercial operations. Roles in accounting, sales, marketing, and purchasing will be cut. Manufacturing, warehousing, and visitor center staff are not impacted. Layoffs will continue in sequences until January 2027.

https://www.sacbee.com/news/business/article314806241.html

Lucid Motors is laying off hundreds of workers. The luxury electric vehicle maker announced a 12% reduction to its United States workforce. This decision aims to improve efficiency and achieve long-term growth. The company reported a net loss exceeding $1.8 billion in 2025's first nine months. Lucid Motors previously conducted significant layoffs in 2023 and 2024.

https://www.sfgate.com/tech/article/lucid-carmaker-layoffs-21370100.php

A Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) notice filed in California confirms the company’s plans to lay off 81 employees at its Northridge facility.

https://www.massdevice.com/medtronic-diabetes-lay-off-81-minimed/

The Ventura Unified School District board approved staff reductions. This impacts 46.5 full-time equivalent positions. The decision addresses a budget crisis and declining student enrollment. The district anticipates annual savings exceeding $3 million. Negotiations also include proposed changes to employee health benefits.

https://www.vcstar.com/story/news/education/schoolwatch/2026/02/20/ventura-unified-approves-layoffs-budget-crisis/88747877007/

The Plumas Unified School District approved significant staff layoffs. These cuts aim to address a $9.5 million ongoing budget deficit. The deficit represents 27% of the district's total budget. Nineteen teachers, 38 classified staff, and one principal will be eliminated. State-appointed administrator Richard DuVarney approved the resolutions despite public opposition.

https://www.sierradailynews.com/local/plumas-unified-school-district-approves-major-staff-layoffs-to-address-9-5-million-dollar-budget-deficit/

Frito-Lay is closing its Rancho Cucamonga warehouse operations. This action will result in 248 employee layoffs. The company filed a WARN notice on February 10. Operations at the distribution hub will cease in June. PepsiCo plans to shift these operations to a new local distribution center.

https://ktla.com/news/inland-empire/frito-lay-closing-rancho-cucamonga/

LPL Financial announced plans to lay off 72 employees. The financial services company is headquartered in San Diego. Most affected workers will remain employed until April 17, with some through May 1. Many eliminated positions are in middle and upper management. The company previously conducted layoffs last summer.

https://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/2026/02/19/lpl-financial-announces-layoffs-at-san-diego-office/

The Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District is considering significant staff reductions. Over 27 full-time equivalent positions are targeted for elimination. These cuts include early reading intervention teachers and custodial staff. The district cites declining enrollment and budget pressures as reasons for the proposed layoffs. Parents and a union are actively protesting these planned reductions.

https://hoodline.com/2026/02/parents-rage-as-santa-monica-schools-weigh-axing-reading-aides-and-janitors/

Santa Clara County District Attorney Jeff Rosen warned of significant budget cuts. His office faces a potential 12% reduction, totaling $19 million. This could lead to 75 to 80 employee layoffs. Misdemeanor prosecutions and youth prevention programs may be abandoned. The county faces a $1 billion deficit, causing an unprecedented fiscal crisis.

https://www.kqed.org/news/12073766/santa-clara-county-da-warns-of-potential-layoffs-and-dire-safety-risks-amid-budget-crisis

Gallo, the largest U.S. wine company, is closing a production facility. The company will also lay off 93 workers at four other California locations. The Ranch Winery in St. Helena will permanently close, affecting 56 employees. Layoffs will occur at Louis M. Martini, Orin Swift, J Vineyards, and Frei Ranch. These changes reflect market dynamics and evolving consumer demand in the wine industry.

https://www.sfchronicle.com/food/wine/article/gallo-ranch-winery-layoffs-21360776.php

Isn't this the 3rd new Optum CA president in less than a year??? Or am I getting confused?

The Los Angeles Unified School District Board approved preliminary layoff notices. This action affects approximately 2,600 central office employees and administrators. The district faces an $877 million projected deficit for the upcoming school year. Union leaders and some board members question the necessity of these cuts. No classroom teaching positions are included in the current proposal.

https://www.dailynews.com/2026/02/17/lausd-approves-march-15-layoff-notices-in-a-4-3-vote/

Harbinger, a modular homebuilder, warned of potential job cuts. The company may cut 290 workers. These layoffs would impact Solano County. Solano County is already experiencing significant job losses. The region faces ongoing economic struggles.

https://www.bizjournals.com/sanfrancisco/news/2026/02/16/solano-county-harbinger-warn-notice.html

Legacy Supply Chain Services, Inc. is laying off 117 employees across multiple California locations due to weakened freight demand, with cuts finalized by early April 2026. Affected positions include warehouse workers, drivers, and supervisors, with the largest impact in Brea, San Diego, and Fontana.

California cardrooms face significant disruption from new state gambling rules. New state regulations were proposed by Attorney General Bonta. The industry expects to close blackjack games and lay off 13,000 workers. Local governments anticipate large tax revenue losses. The gaming association plans a lawsuit against the state.

https://www.presstelegram.com/2026/02/15/california-cardrooms-anticipate-thousands-of-layoffs-as-gambling-rules-change/

Johns Manville will lay off 150 employees. These layoffs will occur at its Willows plant in Glenn County. The company issued a WARN notice on February 6. Layoffs are scheduled to begin on April 19. The plant closure is temporary for capital projects.

https://www.sacbee.com/news/business/article314679968.html

If you are in Cali, you must be given your final pay within 72 hours, even with no notice.

The cynical way to work this in your favor: quit summarily no notice via email to your on a Friday afternoon during business hours before manager’s week-long vacation. You will be owed pay until the final paycheck is cut starting after the following Monday. There will also be penalties doubling the amount owed for each delay day beyond Monday.

Buy yourself a pint on you.

Do this only if you have no respect for the company.