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July 3, 2025

Superior Court Site Visit Days: July 16-Aug. 27, 2025

OCEA will be on site at each Justice Center to meet with OCEA Members and answer any questions...

July 3, 2025

BEWARE: Anti-Union Group Up to Their Old Tricks

Like clockwork, every few years members of an anti-union organization called the Freedom...

July 2, 2025

OC San Negotiations Update: July 2, 2025

First, I want to thank you for your patience and acknowledge it’s been a while since our last...

June 30, 2025

Ratification Results Are In – What Comes Next for GGCEA

We are pleased to announce that GGCEA has reached a Tentative Agreement (TA) with the City of...


Upcoming Event

OCEA Members Only: Leave Wisely—Understanding Your Leave of Absense Options

Have you contemplated taking a Leave of Absence but are unsure where to begin? Join our Human Resources Services (HRS) team for an informative lunch session, where we will cover the following topics: • An overview of various types of leaves, including Medical and Family Leave • Qualifying for a leave of absence • The process for requesting a leave of absence • The impact of leaves on your medical benefits

Date: July 23, 2025

Time: Noon–1 p.m.

Location: OCEA Assembly Room, 830 N. Ross St., Santa Ana, CA 92701

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