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  • OCEA Members Only | Oct. 14: Estate Planning–Living Trusts & Wills

    OCEA Members Only—Join us at OCEA for an in-depth seminar on estate planning!


  • OCEA VOTER GUIDE: 2026 General Election OCEA-Endorsed Candidates

    Each election, the OCEA Board of Directors and union professionals thoughtfully review and endorse candidates and causes. Our endorsements focus on advancing union values, protecting workers’ rights, and strengthening the well-being and unity of OCEA members and their families. For the Nov. 3 General Election we are proud to endorse…


  • LBMEA Negotiations Update: Sept. 29, 2026

    Your LBMEA Board and OCEA representatives met with the City on Thursday, Sept. 24, 2026, with the goal of reaching a tentative agreement before our current contract expires. We were unable to reach an agreement because the City refused to make sufficient movement at the table. Your negotiations team will continue to fight for the improvements you deserve,…


  • RAP and PTP are on Hold for the Foreseeable Future

    The County has unilaterally placed the Retirement Assistance Program (RAP) and the Part-Time Plus Program (PTP) on hold for the foreseeable future. The County notified all labor organizations this morning. The County has not said yet whether it will send its own notice to employees, so we are telling you directly.


  • Law Library Tentative Agreement: Vote Here

    As you may know, your OCEA Negotiations Team has reached a tentative agreement with the Orange County Public Law Library. Voting is live now, and closes at noon Oct. 2, 2026. See the details of your tentative agreement.


  • You’re Invited to AMEA Oktoberfest: 11A-1P Thurs., Oct. 8

    Come by and meet your AMEA Executive Board, OCEA staff, and fellow AMEA members!


  • The Laguna Niguel Negotiations Survey is Now Open!

    We are preparing to negotiate your next contract with the City, and the first step is hearing directly from you. Your OCEA Negotiations Team uses your responses to set our priorities at the table. Completing the survey is the most effective way to make sure your voice is heard during…


  • Law Library Tentative Agreement Reached: Membership Meeting Sept. 28, 2026

    Your OCEA Negotiations Team has reached a tentative agreement with the Orange County Public Law Library. Join us for a membership meeting from noon to 1 p.m. Monday, Sept. 28 to hear a full overview of the tentative agreement and get your questions answered. A ratification vote will follow for all dues…


  • Update on Food Services Schedule Change

    OCSD will proceed with the change from 4/10 to 5/8 schedules for Institutional Cooks, Food Service Workers, and Warehouse Worker IIIs. The Department has agreed to establish a Labor Management Committee, giving members a regular forum to raise concerns directly with management and address issues affecting morale.


  • ER, DR, and Intake Labor Management Committee (LMC): Your Voice Matters

    Over the past year, ER, DR, and Intake have experienced significant changes. To provide employees with a dedicated forum to raise issues, ideas, and input throughout these transitions, a Labor Management Committee (LMC) has been established. If there is an issue you would like the LMC to consider, please complete the…