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.
YLEA: Tentative Agreement reached, voting on Dec. 1
November 29, 2021
Your YLEA bargaining team submitted our sixth proposal to the City on 11/5/2021 and it was reviewed by the City Council on 11/16/2021. On 11/17/2021, the City responded with its latest proposal. Your bargaining team evaluated all possible responses and ultimately decided to tentatively agree to the City’s proposal today, 11/29/2021.
Sanitation District workers—Contract Reopener Vote Dec. 1
November 24, 2021
Statewide legislation can have a profound impact on working people, whether in the form of attacks, such as efforts to dismantle retirement security for working Americans, or opportunities to advance issues of fairness, such as requiring employers to pay overtime.
CFS social work briefing Nov. 30, 2021
November 24, 2021
Please plan on attending our next CFS Social Worker Briefing taking place virtually from 6:30-7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 30.
On Black Friday - Check your paycheck
November 24, 2021
We want to remind you of some good news that will be reflected in your paycheck this month. On November 5, 2021, a negotiated 2% pay increase became effective. You will see this pay increase on your November 26, 2021, paycheck.
Important Court worker meeting November 30, 2021
November 23, 2021
Join your co-workers, Court Stewards and OCEA staff on Nov. 30, 2021, from Noon to 1 p.m. for a general membership meeting. It will be great to see everyone in person at OCEA, 830 N. Ross Street, Santa Ana.
AMEA: Emergency Paid Sick Leave Program Extension
November 22, 2021
As many of you know, The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA or Act) required employers to provide employees with paid sick leave or expanded family and medical leave for specified reasons related to COVID-19.
Update: Nov. 18, 2021 meeting with Treasurer-Tax Collector Freidenrich
November 22, 2021
Last week, OCEA Staff members Michelle Rubio and Adam Ribota participated in a meeting to discuss the County of Orange Performance Audit of the Treasurer-Tax Collector’s (TTC) office. Attendees included Treasurer-Tax Collector Shari Freidenrich, Assistant Treasurer-Tax Collector James Kim, County Chief Financial Officer Michelle Aguirre, and County Chief Human Resources Officer Colette Farnes.
Congratulations Thanksgiving Sweepstakes Winners!
November 17, 2021
Due to the ongoing public health crisis created by COVID-19, Thanksgiving may look a bit different for many of us again this year. To show our gratitude for OCEA members’ public service during the pandemic, we partnered with Orange County's Credit Union (OCCU) to hold an opportunity drawing for four (4) Thanksgiving Dinner Giveaways.
CFS Social Worker Update - Nov. 15, 2021
November 15, 2021
Two weeks ago, we sent Social Workers in CFS a communication regarding the status of workplace issues in the Agency. As mentioned, having worked with many of you on longstanding issues, like excessive caseloads and worker retention, it became abundantly clear the County of Orange needed political leadership to affect positive change.
Tomorrow! Treasurer/Tax Collector membership meeting
November 15, 2021
Please plan to attend tomorrow’s membership meeting at County Administration South, 601 N. Ross Street in Multipurpose Room 105.
OCWDEA General Membership Meeting Wednesday, Nov. 17
November 15, 2021
Please plan to attend the virtual general membership meeting on Wednesday, November 17.
OCFA Bargaining Update - November 13, 2021
November 13, 2021
Your bargaining team met with OCFA executive management and the Authority’s negotiator on Wednesday, November 10th. We have been diligently working to achieve a fair contract for five months. Yet despite our firm position, management reported to us that the OCFA Board of Directors has not changed its position and does not want to provide you with any wage increases.
A Salute to OCEA Member Military Veterans
November 11, 2021
Today, we celebrate Veterans Day. For many of us, today is an opportunity to enjoy time off with our families and friends. However, many OCEA members, who work to keep our communities safe, will remain on the job today.
NBEL Bargaining Update - November 9, 2021
November 9, 2021
On November 8th, your NBEL Bargaining Team met with City representatives and the City’s negotiator, Charles Sakai, to discuss our initial proposal. The City’s response was unacceptable as it failed to include the wage increases you and your families deserve. Your Bargaining Team responded with a counter proposal, which will be discussed at our next bargaining meeting on Monday, Nov. 15.
Only a few tickets left - Disney on Ice show at Honda Center
November 9, 2021
OCEA Special Events is offering discounts to the upcoming Disney on Ice presentation of, "Dream Big" at the Honda Center from Dec. 8-12! This one-of-a-kind show features some of your favorite Disney characters and stories brought to life on the ice with energy and artistry. The Honda Center is a fantastic venue centrally located in Anaheim.