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.
Reining in predatory pharmaceutical drug prices
August 11, 2017
I’ll bet every Orange County Register reader knows someone who relies on prescription medication to stay alive. Whether they’re fighting cancer, controlling high blood pressure or diabetes, treating an auto immune disease or a bout with pneumonia, access to medication is just as critical as food and water for many in our communities.
Career Development Workshops--August 16 & 23
August 9, 2017
To help you get to the next level, OCEA is offering a seminar made up of two-part classes that can give you the tools needed to make your application for a transfer or promotion more competitive.
Court Clerk III Work Group completes it's mission
August 9, 2017
The working group was established as a direct result of OCEA member advocacy and taken up by the Court Bargaining Team
Put democratic process ahead of partisan politics
July 28, 2017
Last month the Orange County Board of Supervisors quietly voted to reject a new model for voting in our county elections that would have saved taxpayers millions of dollars and expanded access to voting.
REMINDER: OCEA Membership Meetings this week
July 17, 2017
This week, membership meetings are scheduled at each Justice Center to talk about bargaining priorities and to hear from you. A solid turnout will help put your Bargaining Team in a strong negotiating position.
Honoring those who sacrificed for our county and country
July 14, 2017
The Orange County Fair opens today—this year with some new educational opportunities that highlight the roles of the working men and women who helped build our great county and country.
Hiring/AL cash out freezes lifted!
July 5, 2017
We have some positive news to report: The hiring freeze and ban on countywide annual leave cash outs will be lifted over the weekend, following a request from OCEA!
Court backs off position on court reporter salary
July 5, 2017
As you know, OCEA recently received a letter from Orange County Superior Court General Counsel Jeff Wertheimer on behalf of the Court indicating their belief that the link between OCSC and LASC court reporter salaries was no longer legally required.
RSVP for THURSDAY, AUG. 3: Get to Know Your County HRA Plan
July 5, 2017
Come and learn the ins and outs of our County HRA plan, including how to access your account, manage your investments, and file for claims reimbursement when appropriate.
Court backs off position on court reporter salary
July 5, 2017
As you know, OCEA recently received a letter from Orange County Superior Court General Counsel Jeff Wertheimer on behalf of the Court indicating their belief that the link between OCSC and LASC court reporter salaries was no longer legally required.
"PTSD 911" Film Screening: Monday, March 20
July 5, 2017
OCEA is proud to support a special showing of “PTSD 911,” a documentary film about first responder behavioral and mental health, on March 20 at Saddleback Church in Lake Forest.
Member Discount: L.A. Clippers vs. L.A. Lakers April 5
July 5, 2017
Don't miss this OCEA Members Only Special Events discount!
REMINDER: Membership Meeting & Ratification Vote
July 5, 2017
Please join us for a Laguna Niguel Chapter membership meeting and ratification vote on our Tentative Agreement, noon-1 p.m. Tuesday, May 2 at Crown Valley Community Center.
OCFA Negotiations Update: Feb. 14, 2023
July 5, 2017
After many months without directly meeting with OCFA's negotiations team, we met Tuesday, Feb.7 with lead negotiator and executive management. We were informed at last week's meeting the new JPA Board has instructed its negotiations team to re-engage OCEA in the negotiations process.
Summer fun with OCEA
July 3, 2017
In addition to all you and your family have planned in the sun, we wanted to update you about a couple of exciting summertime developments with you union.