OCEA News
Information is power, and OCEA members receive regular email, text and social media updates about workplace issues and news. Many of those emails are archived below.
Iriss Barriga for OCERS in 2024!
August 3, 2023
Your retirement is our priority! Here are recent updates from the Orange County Employees Retirement System.
OCEA Special Events Update: Whale Watching, Catalina Express & More!
July 31, 2023
Enjoy these member discounts from OCEA!
OCEA Hot Dog Day—Aug. 23, 2023
July 26, 2023
Please join us from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. August 23, 2023 for lunch.
O.C. Probation Staff: Know Your Rights as an OCEA member!
July 25, 2023
It is important you know that as a union member you are legally protected and have the right to contact your union about workplace issues!
OCEA Hot Dog Wagon: July 27 at Lamoreaux
July 21, 2023
Join us 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. for union updates and OCEA hot dogs!
County Wage Increase and Small Dues Increase Friday
July 20, 2023
Today we celebrate that OCEA members were able to negotiate a new contract BEFORE the expiration of the current one, and that the negotiated increases are higher than LA County, and the highest wage increases in a contract this year for County workers across all Southern California counties.
Superior Court Paralegal Class & Comp Update
July 19, 2023
Paralegals in the Superior Court requested a Classification & Compensation Study last August. The study was completed in June and based on the study results the Court has proposed several changes.
Field Personnel: Cool Off on Breaks & Lunches at AMEA
July 18, 2023
If you need somewhere to take your break or cool down, stop by your AMEA Office for some ice-cold drinks and A/C.
Orangewood Safety Update: July 17, 2023
July 17, 2023
Last week OCEA staff—including Operations Manager Veronica Rodarte, and labor relations representatives and organizers on our teams for SSA and HCA—met with County staff regarding a list of issues and proposed solutions we compiled with your input.
LNCEA Hot Dogger: 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, July 18
July 14, 2023
Don't miss the OCEA Hot Dog Wagon when it comes to the City of Laguna Niguel for LNCEA members!
SAVE THE DATE: OCEA Health Fair Returns Sept. 7, 2023
July 12, 2023
It's back and better than ever! Join us this September at OCEA HQ!
BCEA Negotiation Update: July 3, 2023
July 3, 2023
We are pleased to announce that the City Council adopted our tentative agreement on Friday, June 30.
OC Animal Care Hot Dogger: July 6, 2023
June 30, 2023
Please join us for a visit from the OCEA Hot Dog Wagon, 11:30-1 p.m. Thursday, July 6, at OC Animal Care in Tustin.
Orangewood Safety Virtual Meeting: July 5, 2023
June 30, 2023
OCEA will hold a meeting to discuss safety concerns at Orangewood for members virtually, Noon-1 p.m. Wed., July 5.