Media Advisory - Social services workers call on CLBC board to take meaningful steps to address crisis

VANCOUVER, July 17, 2012 /CNW/ - James Cavalluzzo, chairperson of the Community Social Services component at the BCGEU, and a group of community-based social services workers will deliver an open letter to the board of directors of Community Living BC (CLBC) tomorrow in Prince George. The workers are currently in the midst of a strike vote.

Cavalluzzo will be available to talk with reporters 30 minutes before the CLBC board meeting begins.

Date:	Wednesday, July 18
Time:	12:00 pm
Location:	AiMHi - Prince George Association for Community Living (Auditorium) 950 Kerry Street Prince George

CLBC is the crown agency responsible for services to adults with developmental disabilities and their families. Last month the provincial government quietly reappointed the CLBC board amid revelations that senior executives were paid excessive bonuses.

CLBC has been in the spotlight for its failure to meet the needs of adults with developmental disabilities, transitioning youth and families. CLBC's management has doubled in the ten years since its inception. The agency has also been mired in allegations of misconduct and conflict of interest.

James Cavalluzzo BCGEU Chairperson 250-507-8462 or Evan Stewart BCGEU Communications 604-291-9611