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.
PCEA Bargaining Update - August 5, 2021
August 5, 2021
On Tuesday, August 2nd, the City provided your PCEA Bargaining Team and OCEA representatives with a response to our proposal for a general wage increase, which you and your family deserve.
2021 Virtual Health Fair coming September 8th!
August 3, 2021
OCEA’s Health Fair is coming up in just a few short weeks and that means bags, swag, and vendor giveaways along with expert tips on how to live your best, healthy life.
FMEF Action Alert - Aug. 3, 2021 City Council Meeting
July 28, 2021
In the past weeks FMEF members have pushed back against cuts to City services. Our union has held meetings with our members, briefings for our community, and published an editorial in the Voice of OC.
Standing Together - Laguna Niguel Workers Ratify Contract
July 28, 2021
We have some great news to share with OCEA members this week. You and your co-workers voted on Monday, July 26, to ratify a two-year contract with the City that includes a wage increase of 2.5% in the first year and a 2% cash bonus in year two.
Congratulations 2021 OCEA Scholarship Winners!
July 26, 2021
There were proud parents and happy students at the OCEA Board of Directors Meeting on Tuesday.
County OCEA Members - You Are Getting a Raise
July 23, 2021
It's a pleasure to deliver the following news. When you review your paycheck today, you will see a 2.5% general wage increase and a further 1.2% decrease in "Reverse Pick up" retirement contributions. That’s a net effect increase in your gross income of 3.7%.
Media Alert! FMEF In the News
July 20, 2021
Last week, FMEF joined together with workers, fellow union members, community leaders, and elected officials for an update on City service cuts. The FMEF team educated members of the community about some of the service constraints that currently exist for Fullerton workers, and how any proposed cuts will further harm the residents.
Your input needed! Take the Housing Authority Survey
July 15, 2021
Thank you for your continued hard work throughout the pandemic. We recognize the many challenges you may have experienced while working from home and the new challenges returning to the office may present.
Laguna Niguel - Tomorrow! Membership Meeting and Vote
July 13, 2021
Your bargaining team has received a LAST, BEST, AND FINAL OFFER from the City. Your bargaining team has not responded to the City’s offer. Instead, we want to submit it to a vote of the workers who it will directly impact.
Fullerton city services at risk - Community Meeting Tomorrow!
July 12, 2021
Our records indicate that you reside in the City of Fullerton. The public servants who provide services to the residents are OCEA members in the affiliated Fullerton Municipal Employees Federation (FMEF). Like you, these essential workers have stepped up to keep City services running in challenging circumstances.
Two important FMEF events take place TOMORROW!
July 12, 2021
There are two special events we want you to know about taking place tomorrow! One is a visit from OCEA's famous hot dog wagon and the other is an important virtual community meeting to talk about the issues impacting your workplace.
Agenda items needed for upcoming CFS Caseload Management Forum
July 9, 2021
The CFS Caseload Management Forum (CFS CMF) is held the third Wednesday of every month at 9:00 am. The next CFS CMF is scheduled for Wednesday, July 25th via video/audio conferencing. The conference call details are provided by management in advance of each meeting.
PCEA Bargaining Update - July 8, 2021
July 8, 2021
Current negotiations with City representatives continue with another meeting scheduled for July 21.
Get to know your AMEA - Check your next paycheck
July 8, 2021
Good news! Effective this pay period, AMEA members are receiving their negotiated two and one-half percent (2.5%) base salary increase. You should see the raise reflected in your next paycheck. Your AMEA Bargaining Team secured this increase when negotiating the current MOU the term of which is January 4, 2018, through June 23, 2022.
Angels v. Yankees Aug. 31! Exclusive discounts for OCEA members
July 6, 2021
The celebrated New York Yankees are coming to Angel Stadium in August. The Angels are offering exclusive ticket discounts for OCEA members now that pandemic restrictions have been lifted. If you act fast, you can save $19 per person for seating in the Right Field Pavilion. Seats cost $45 apiece but you pay only $26 per person plus processing fees. The savings for a family of four could total $76.