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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...
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