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.
OCEA needs you! Become a workplace leader
May 17, 2021
One of every union’s biggest jobs is to build power for its members. That’s how we get fair wages, benefits that protect our families, and a well-earned retirement that allows you to live out your years with a measure of dignity. Safety, Security, and Stability—together that’s what we fight for on behalf of every OCEA member.
Special Event, AMEA Board Meeting Tomorrow!
May 12, 2021
This month's AMEA Board Meeting is taking place tomorrow, Thursday, May 13, 2021. The date promises to be memorable because another big event is scheduled earlier in the day - the Hog Dogger Open House Lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Slow down the pace with Kaiser Permanente's Kevin Pham
May 10, 2021
Meditation is a great way to relax the mind and body. Research shows that anxiety, depression, and overall mental health will improve with just 10-15 minutes of daily meditation.
Get to know your AMEA - Jury Duty
May 7, 2021
Jurors perform a vital role in the American justice system. Jury service is one way we aid in the maintenance of law and order by ensuring the verdicts that affect our fellow citizens are rendered impartially. That said, there is never a convenient time to be summoned to jury duty or to appear in court.
Update: Orange County's Credit Union Mother's Day Sweepstakes Winners!
May 7, 2021
This weekend is Mother’s Day. Many OCEA members are mothers – working women who juggle responsibilities serving our community at work while raising children at home. The pandemic adversely affected working families but presented significant and unique challenges for working mothers.
Special Event, AMEA Board Meeting Next Week!
May 6, 2021
This month's AMEA Board Meeting is taking place Thursday, May 13, 2021. The date promises to be memorable because another big event is scheduled earlier in the day - the Hog Dogger Open House Lunch from 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Relaxation & Stretching with Kaiser Permanente's Kevin Pham
May 3, 2021
Meditation is a great way to relax the mind and body. Research shows that anxiety, depression, and overall mental health will improve with just 10-15 minutes of daily meditation.
FMEF Member Update - May 3, 2021
May 3, 2021
This year is already shaping up to be big for our Union. Just this past month FMEF successfully prevented the outsourcing of two positions in ASD. This is a significant win but we know the City will continue its outsourcing schemes.
Recap: Monday's Exclusive OCEA Legislative Briefing
April 30, 2021
Congress recently passed the American Rescue Plan that provides relief to small businesses, workers, and local governments across the country. The legislation was the topic of an exclusive briefing Monday provided by two members of the Orange County Congressional delegation: Rep. Lou Correa (46th District) and Rep. Mike Levin (49th District). The briefing also included discussion of the upcoming jobs legislation.
DA: Return to Work Update
April 30, 2021
On April 1, 2021, all workers in the District Attorney’s office received an email with direction to return to work no later than May 3rd. This email message was forwarded to an OCEA staff representative.
Update—Your Retirement Security: April 29, 2021
April 29, 2021
Your retirement security is administered by the Orange County Employees Retirement System (OCERS). Adele Tagaloa and Chris Prevatt are not just OCEA Board members, you have also elected them as OCERS trustees to oversee OCERS' operations on behalf of you and thousands of other members. Adele and Chris are joined on the OCERS Board by retiree member and former OCEA President, Frank Eley.
AMEA and OCEA Scholarship Applications now available!
April 28, 2021
For many of our young people, the American Dream means a college education. But the cost of higher education is a barrier to success for many working families. Each year, the OCEA Board of Directors offers a scholarship to OCEA members. For the first time, the AMEA Board of Directors will be offering scholarships to AMEA members.
OCEA Governmental Affairs Update, April 20, 2021
April 20, 2021
There is a famous quote from the Greek statesman, Pericles, “Just because you do not take an interest in politics does not mean politics won’t take an interest in you.” There is no doubt that politics can be a difficult subject to discuss. However, as public servants, we know that what happens politically often dramatically impacts our work lives.
Exclusive OCEA Briefing - MEMBERS ONLY!
April 16, 2021
Please join OCEA for an exclusive OCEA "members only" event! We are pleased to bring together two members of Congress who are uniquely qualified to talk about the issues facing Orange County.
Reminder: AMEA Board Meeting Thursday, April 29, 2021
April 16, 2021
Our monthly Board of Directors meeting is scheduled to take place on Thursday, April 29, 2021 at 5:30 P.M.