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.
MESA WATER DISTRICT / NEGOTIATIONS SURVEY
October 12, 2022
We need your help and input as we get ready to negotiate our new contract with the district.
Here's Your 2022 OCEA Voter Guide!
October 7, 2022
IT'S ELECTION SEASON and your vote is critical to protecting your economic and job security! Please review the 2022 General Election OCEA Voter Guide below, which features the key races and down-ballot contests where your vote will make a difference for you and your family!
Court Negotiations Update - Oct. 3, 2022
October 3, 2022
On Friday, Sept. 30, the OCEA coalition bargaining team met with the Superior Court bargaining team for our fourth negotiations session.
2022 COVID-19 Supplemental Paid Sick Leave Extended to December 31, 2022
September 30, 2022
Governor Newsom has signed Assembly Bill 152 (AB 152), which extends 2022 COVID-19 Supplemental Paid Sick Leave (EPSL) to December 31, 2022. However, AB 152 does not provide additional EPSL hours. Workers will have to use their existing EPSL hours for absences that meet eligibility requirements.
TTC Update: Sept. 30, 2022
September 30, 2022
Thank you to all Treasurer-Tax Collector members who responded to the follow-up survey and provided feedback on Agency progress regarding vacancies, leadership style, and TTC culture.
Adele for OCERS: Today's the Day to Vote!
September 29, 2022
PROTECT YOUR RETIREMENT SECURITY! The deadline to re-elect Adele Tagaloa to the OCERS Retirement Board is by 9 a.m. THIS TUESDAY, Oct. 4.
MHRS: OCEA's Meeting with Dr. Kelley
September 28, 2022
Thank you to everyone who provided responses to the survey we sent in August aimed at gaining further insight into the current state of HCA from members at various clinics.
California 2022 COVID-19 Supplemental Paid Sick Leave Ends Oct. 1
September 28, 2022
We’re writing to inform you that California Emergency Paid Sick Leave for COVID-19 will end effective Oct. 1, 2022. This constitutes a significant change to your COVID-19 related leave options. The last pay period you will be able to post EPSL/SPSL will be pay period 21 through Sept. 30, 2022.
Don't Miss L.A. Lakers Tickets for OCEA Members!
September 27, 2022
OCEA is happy to announce we are continuing our group ticket relationship with the Los Angeles Lakers for the upcoming 2022-23 season! Lakers games are presold on a season seat basis, but the Lakers have devised a system with OCEA so that several weekend games will be made available to OCEA members at a reduced ticket price.
OCFA Negotiations Update: Sept. 21, 2022
September 21, 2022
Because of the solidarity between OCEA and Firefighters Local 3631, the pressure is on OCFA and the JPA Board to negotiate fairly, now more than ever before!
A Message from Your New OCEA President
September 21, 2022
It is truly one of the great honors of my life to become your OCEA President. Thank you to the Board of Directors for your belief in me, and to retired President Lezlee Neebe for your steadfast commitment to OCEA’s working families.
SAMA Negotiations Update: Vote Now on Your Contract through Noon Tuesday, Sept. 20
September 19, 2022
Thank you to all members who joined us today for our General Membership meeting online and at OCEA.
LAST CHANCE TO COMPLETE: TTC Follow-Up Survey
September 19, 2022
As you recall, in 2021 OCEA staff met with the Treasurer-Tax Collector and Agency representatives following completion of an administrative review of TTC staffing, structure, IT, and other operational issues. During that meeting we provided worker feedback concerning the TTC’s job performance.
Superior Court Negotiations Update: Sept. 19, 2022
September 19, 2022
On Friday, Sept. 16, the OCEA coalition bargaining team met with the Superior Court bargaining team for our third negotiations session.
REMINDER: 2022 OCEA Health Fair is Happening Now!
September 19, 2022
Don't forget, the 2022 OCEA Health & Welfare Trust HEALTH FAIR IS HERE! Thank you to all OCEA members who joined us at our Drive-Thru & Walk-Up locations. We've distributed thousands of swag bags packed with goodies and health/vendor resources!