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.
Laguna Niguel Negotiations Update: April 12, 2023
April 12, 2023
The OCEA Negotiations Team met with the City yesterday, April 11, and we presented our first proposal—officially kicking off 2023 negotiations.
Anaheim Libraries Becomes Finalist for National Award
April 11, 2023
In late May, the Anaheim Public Library became one of 15 libraries named as a finalist for the 2023 National Medal for Museum and Library Science.
OCFA Tentative Agreement Info + Voting is Live Now!
April 10, 2023
Voting on the OCFA MOU is live from 7 p.m. Monday, April 10, to 5 p.m. Monday, April 17.
Thank you to the front line of first responders!
April 10, 2023
It's National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week!
Don't Let The County Pick Your Manageable Caseload Number!
April 6, 2023
It is critical we collect input regarding all case-carrying positions so we can represent each assignment in upcoming discussions with the County. The survey deadline has been extended to Friday, April 21, 2023, to allow you the time to complete your survey.
County Negotiations Update: April 6, 2023
April 6, 2023
The OCEA Negotiations Team met with the County yesterday, April 5, and we presented our first proposal—officially kicking off 2023 negotiations. We want to share elements of our presentation, which is a true reflection of your collective voice gathered from your completed negotiations surveys.
Velece Insurance: FREE Policy Reviews + No Commissions
April 6, 2023
Velece Insurance understands the importance of securing reliable coverage at the best possible price. While other agencies inflate the cost of coverage to pay their agents commission, we eliminate commissions to pass on the savings to you.
IHSS Caseload Survey & Caseload Management Forum
April 6, 2023
Caseloads are on the rise, making caseload targets at Social Services Agency an ongoing concern for OCEA members within all areas of social work. We need your input regarding what a manageable caseload target is for you at In-Home Supportive Services.
OCEA Members Only: Negotiations 101 at OCERS April 11
April 5, 2023
Join OCEA for important information pertaining to the negotiations process and current County negotiations.
OCFA Negotiations: TA Reached + April 10 Membership Meeting
April 5, 2023
We have reached a Tentative Agreement with the Fire Authority and will share the details at this meeting. Your attendance is important. Please attend the session which works best with your schedule.
OCEA Members Only: Negotiations 101 at ROV April 4
April 3, 2023
Join OCEA for important union updates and a behind the scenes look at the negotiations process. OCEA staff and ROV stewards will be on hand to discuss issues facing employees at the Registrar.
County Adds Additional Meetings for Improved Retiree Healthcare Presentation
March 29, 2023
The County has added additional live presentations and virtual presentations regarding the changes to retiree healthcare.
OCEA Members Only: Negotiations 101 at CSS April 5
March 28, 2023
Join OCEA for important union updates and a behind the scenes look at the negotiations process.
APPLY TODAY: 2023 OCEA Scholarship Increased to $2,500
March 28, 2023
The 2023 OCEA Board of Directors Scholarship will be awarded to three applicants this June. With ongoing inflation causing a rise in the cost of living, your OCEA Board of Directors has increased the award amount for each recipient from $2,000 to $2,500 for each scholarship.
Free Paper Shred & E-Waste Recycling at OCEA March 31
March 23, 2023
OCEA is hosting this FREE event in collaboration with Orange County's Credit Union, Shred Confidential and California Electronics. OCEA members can guard against identity theft and conquer household clutter for free!