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.
OCFA negotiations update, the JPA Board does not value you
September 24, 2021
Your bargaining team met with executive management this afternoon. We were hopeful that we would receive a proposal for a fair contract in recognition of all the work that you have done, especially during the COVID Pandemic. Unfortunately, the Fire Authority’s proposal was one big ZERO! A one-year extension and nothing else. No wage increases, no lump-sum payments, no additional time off, nothing to acknowledge all of the sacrifices that you have made as essential workers.
News article illustrates Council contempt for working families
September 24, 2021
As contract negotiations with the City continue, an article published this week by the Fullerton Observer covered the City Council’s Budget Study Session on September 14, 2021. The article paints an accurate picture of a City Council majority ideologically tied to budget cuts even though the federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) provided the City with ample funding.
Your Retirement Is My Priority—OCERS Candidate Chris Prevatt
September 24, 2021
It has been an honor to represent public servants as your Trustee on the OCERS Board. As you know, workers elect two member representatives to serve as Trustees on your behalf. I was first elected to the Board in 2012, and I have consistently stood with you to protect your OCERS pension against attacks and unnecessary cost increases.
YLEA Bargaining Update - Sept. 23, 2021
September 23, 2021
Your bargaining team expects to receive the City’s next (third) proposal on Wednesday, Sept. 29.
Learn about Health Reimbursement Arrangements offered by OCSD
September 20, 2021
Last month, the Orange County Sanitation District hosted a presentation on the Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) benefit offered by TASC (Total Administrative Services Corporation).
Important! Laguna Niguel Membership Meeting Sept. 21
September 17, 2021
Please join your co-workers, Stewards and OCEA staff for a general membership meeting Noon-1 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 21, at Crown Valley Park, 29751 Crown Valley Pkwy, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677.
YLEA Membership Meeting Sept. 16 at Noon
September 16, 2021
As you know, your bargaining team is fighting to negotiate the best possible contract for you and your co-workers. We received the City’s second proposal today which reflected some positive movement. We will hold a membership meeting this Thursday to provide updates and solicit your feedback to help guide our response to the City next week. Please make sure to attend and take the opportunity to have your voice heard.
Chris Prevatt is running for OCERS Board
September 15, 2021
When you’ve worked your whole life you deserve to retire with peace of mind knowing your pension will be there for you. That’s why it’s so important to have fighters who represent the interests of working families on the OCERS Board of Retirement.
Important! FMEF Membership Meeting Sept. 16
September 10, 2021
As you know, FMEF members are aggressively fighting the City’s proposed budget cuts and austerity measures. Your co-workers have spoken at council meetings, held briefings with community organizations, conducted workshops for our elected officials, published editorials in local media, and continue to conduct a financial analysis of the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). We have been fighting back and your Union has left no stone unturned.
Exclusive Wills and Trust Seminar from Orange County's Credit Union
September 10, 2021
One of OCEA’s most popular seminar topics – Wills and Trusts - is back in a virtual format brought to you by Orange County’s Credit Union (OCCU) and presented by Affinity Trusts. The seminar is titled, "Controlling Your Legacy."
OCEA Health Fair Reboot 2021
September 8, 2021
OCEA's annual Health Fair, presented by the OCEA Health & Welfare Trust, returns beginning today, Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021. And while it’s still the OCEA Health Fair, the event is going to be...well...different.
Here's how to get your OCEA Health Fair Swag Bag
September 7, 2021
The OCEA Health & Welfare Trust virtual Health Fair kicks off tomorrow, Sept. 8, 2021, and we want to make sure you get your OCEA Swag Bag. Last year, we distributed more than 8,000 cooler bags loaded with OCEA swag and fun vendor materials.
Happy Labor Day!
September 6, 2021
Labor Day commemorates the struggles of working men and women who fought for many of the things we take for granted today – weekends, the eight-hour workday, the end of child labor, and the right to negotiate as equals for the fair wages and benefits you and your families deserve.
Look for your OCEA Open Enrollment packet in the mail!
September 2, 2021
This year, the OCEA Health & Welfare Trust open enrollment period is September 1 through September 30, 2021. Your open enrollment benefits enrollment guide is in the mail and you should receive it soon. Your benefits will remain the same through plan year January 1 through December 31, 2022, unless you submit new open enrollment forms to OCEA during open enrollment.
YLEA Bargaining Update - Sept. 1, 2021
September 1, 2021
Your YLEA bargaining team met with the City's representative yesterday to respond to then City's initial bargaining proposal.