December 23, 2022

At some unions, just one of OCEA's 2022 accomplishments would be considered a monumental achievement. But the sheer number of your significant 2022 successes speaks volumes about the momentum of OCEA and the Orange County labor movement we help lead.

December 22, 2022

Your Mesa Water District Employees Association Negotiations Team met with District representatives Tuesday, Oct. 25, and presented our initial proposal to the District.

December 19, 2022

The OCEA Board of Directors is excited to announce that OCEA has certified the ratification of a Tentative Agreement with the County of Orange by all six OCEA bargaining units.

December 13, 2022

Thank you for submitting your nominees for the CMCEA Board of Directors election.

December 8, 2022

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SOLIDARITY as we continue to fight for fairness at the bargaining table with OCFA’s JPA Board of Directors. We know this fight has been long and difficult, but it’s because of you and your fellow co-workers that we were able to build a campaign in 2022 that we believe sets us up for success in 2023.

December 7, 2022

As you know, we recently reached a tentative agreement with the County regarding improvements on two important workplace issues: retirement healthcare costs and vacation usage. 

December 2, 2022

Here's your chance to WIN 2 Tickets to Disney on Ice at Honda Center in Anaheim on Saturday, Dec. 17!

November 30, 2022

For years, County workers have sought improvements on two important workplace issues: retirement healthcare costs and vacation usage. Standing together, your voices have been heard. OCEA is excited to announce significant potential improvements on both of these critical items.

November 23, 2022

"I want to take a moment to express how grateful I am for all that is OCEA—for our members and leaders, our mission, the struggles that strengthen us, and our success."

November 21, 2022

Exciting twists and turns await as Mickey, Minnie, Goofy—and your family!—embark on a wild ride to your favorite Disney destinations!

November 21, 2022

This Wednesday, you’ll see the 6% negotiated general wage increase reflected on your paycheck. You’ll also see a 6% increase to OCEA dues—for the average OCEA worker .79 cents per paycheck, or $20.54 annually. Like every other labor organization, OCEA must responsibly deal with the ever-increasing cost of providing representation.

November 21, 2022

Thank you to everyone who participated in our 2022 Thanksgiving Sweepstakes in partnership with Orange County's Credit Union!

November 21, 2022

Thank you for stepping up to make history with us at the polls to ensure our OCEA-endorsed candidates won their elections! For the first time since OCEA was founded in 1937, the Orange County Board of Supervisors will be comprised of a staunchly labor-friendly majority.

November 15, 2022

Thank you to everyone who was able to join us for the membership meeting last week. During the meeting we discussed the possibility of requesting a reopener for our contract. Before proceeding with this request, your OCWDEA Board needs your input.

November 15, 2022

As the economic challenges have lingered, the Association is considering the possibility of requesting a reopener. The goal of the request would be for the District to increase the negotiated wage increases in recognition of the difficult economic times.