August 21, 2020

On July 30, 2020, the California Supreme Court issued a decision in a case with potentially devastating impacts on the retirement security of every OCEA member and that of every public sector worker in the state.

August 20, 2020

I want to thank those OCEA members who attended yesterday’s OCFC Open Forum/All Staff Meeting via conference call. Your participation and advocacy help advance our goals which are safety, security and stability for you and your families. That means a safe workplace for you and your coworkers, security in the form of fair wages and benefits and security in fair, consistent workplace policies.

August 19, 2020

As you know, the Sheriff's Department and OCEA have had multiple conversations over the last two years regarding a possible merger of the CST, Senior CST and CSA classifications. Rumors have recently been circulating regarding the potential merger and how it will be implemented.

August 18, 2020

The deadline to take the OCEA Telecommuting and Flexible Schedule Survey has been extended through today at midnight. Your input is needed to identify the specific life and work challenges you and your family face during this unprecedented pandemic.

August 13, 2020

As the County continues to grapple with the unprecedented challenges brought by the pandemic, it's important that OCEA members and workplace leaders have a voice. The Caseload Management Forum on August 19 is an opportunity to address concerns and be a part of the conversation with management. The goal is to work collaboratively on caseload and workplace solutions.

August 12, 2020

Public servants like you have met the challenges brought by the global pandemic day in and day out.

August 7, 2020

After several meetings, we are pleased to announce your AMEA Executive Board has reached agreement for a successor Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the City.

August 5, 2020

This month's “Getting to know your AMEA” topic will be on vacation time. A number of studies have shown that taking time away from the job can have physical and psychological health benefits.

July 31, 2020

Are you a die-hard Lakers Fan? The NBA team is offering its most committed and passionate OCEA fans a chance to be featured in a live, virtual fan experience during the upcoming Lakers vs Denver Nuggets game on Monday, August 10.

July 29, 2020

From the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, OCEA members and fellow public servants proved they could rise to this once-in-a-career challenge.

July 28, 2020

It's time to submit your Board of Directors Election Petition form. Click here to download and print the form, complete it and then get it back to us by August 13, 2020.

July 24, 2020

THE JULY 30, 2020 GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING IS POSTPONED DUE TO CORONAVIRUS CONCERNS

July 23, 2020

It's hard to find good news for public servants in the midst of a historic pandemic but we have some to share. County workers receiving their regularly scheduled paycheck this Friday should notice a bump in their pay.

July 21, 2020

As the global COVID-19 pandemic continues its disruptions to our lives and workplaces, we wanted to send you a brief reminder regarding our OCEA Resource Directory currently available on our website. We have compiled this resource document to help you navigate services available in your community and our state.

July 20, 2020

Many of you may remember the battles fought by OCEA and our members in the Costa Mesa City Employees Association when an anti-worker City Council majority attempted to layoff hundreds of City workers in violation of our negotiated labor agreements. We won that fight in court and when the Council put anti-worker initiatives before the voters, we defeated them again at the ballot box.