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.

Stay safe over the Thanksgiving Holiday

November 20, 2020

The Holiday Season begins with Thanksgiving - a holiday that is all about being grateful for the blessings in our lives. How we celebrate Thanksgiving is going to be a little different just like almost everything else during this historic pandemic.

New location: Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway this Saturday

November 19, 2020

As the pandemic surges across our country, working families continue to face challenges including food insecurity. The economic downturn has put a Thanksgiving Dinner out of reach for many.

Heart Health Seminar: How to use Fitbits and Apple Watches

November 18, 2020

Hoag Hospital is pleased to bring you "Apple Watches, Fitbits & Your Heart Health," with Dr. Subbarao Myla - a widely published cardiovascular expert. Dr. Myla has extensive clinical trial experience in the groundbreaking aspects of cardiology.

Turkey Giveaway this Saturday, Nov. 21, 2020

November 17, 2020

As the pandemic surges across our country, working families continue to face challenges including food insecurity. The economic downturn has put a Thanksgiving Dinner out of reach for many.

Supervisor Chaffee Annual Kindness Awards - OCEA Recognition!

November 17, 2020

Last week District 4 County Supervisor Chaffee recognized OCEA’s own Gus Castellanos during the 2020 Kindness Awards! Gus works on the communications team and you have probably seen him at an OCEA event or in the community.

Important: Paralegal Comp Study Zoom Meeting

November 12, 2020

Please join your fellow professionals serving the public as Paralegals at a virtual meeting Monday, November 16, 2020 at 11:30 a.m. to discuss the Paralegal classification and compensation study.

Keep your brain healthy with Dr. Teryn Clarke

November 12, 2020

We have heard from many of you that you miss our “members only” events previously held at OCEA Headquarters or at various work locations. These seminars on personal finance, health and recreational activities are designed to help you with both your personal and professional development.

On Veterans Day, we pause to salute our military men and women

November 11, 2020

Today, we celebrate Veterans Day. As we enjoy the holiday with our families, we can also pause and think about those who serve our country in uniform and place themselves in harm's way to defend our country. For as long as they serve, they have chosen to give up their freedom to protect ours.

Thanksgiving Dinner Giveaways for working families

November 5, 2020

Thanksgiving is the time of year that family and friends come together to share memories and be thankful for all the good in our lives. Although your Thanksgiving may look a little different this year, OCEA, in partnership with Orange County's Credit Union (OCCU), wants to help you put together a dinner you and your family will remember.

Election Day is almost here!

November 2, 2020

Over the weekend, Neal Kelley, the county's Registrar of Voters, told the Voice of OC that he is strongly encouraging voting ahead of Election Day to avoid congestion.

RSVP Today - Law Enforcement "Game Changer" Focus Group on Nov. 5

November 2, 2020

Do you have ideas or concerns regarding your position as a law enforcement official in the community? Game Changer's Focus Groups are the perfect place to get the conversation started.

Early voting begins today!

October 30, 2020

Early voting begins today across California. Every election is important with critical decisions to be made by workers about good government and their safety, stability, and security on the job.

OCEA recognizes National First Responders Day

October 28, 2020

Last year, the United States Senate passed a resolution designating October 28th as National First Responders Day to honor the men and women who act selflessly when called on in emergency situations, often putting their lives on the line.

Orangewood Open Forum Update: Oct. 27, 2020

October 27, 2020

Last Wednesday’s Orangewood Open Forum agenda items included staff discussion on the impacts of the County VIP program on staff availability. This is an update specifically requested by OCEA members and workplace leaders. Other items included an update on COVID-19 Rapid Response testing and there was discussion on the Care Plan Developmental Form.

No on Prop. 22 is the fight workers need to win

October 26, 2020

Every election cycle, Californians are faced with decisions about a number of voter initiatives on the ballot. Few have been as harmful or as nakedly greedy as Prop. 22.

Items 856 - 870 of 1278  Previous51525354555657585960Next