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.

July 16, 2020

On Tuesday, the County Board of Supervisors adopted a Voluntary Incentive Program (VIP) that establishes incentives to workers to voluntarily leave the County workforce. The Board also approved a voluntary furlough program, and the ability to opt out of the Sharewell PPO Health Plan. Today, County Human Resources held two information seminars via Zoom to explain the new program.

July 15, 2020

OCEA has been honored to host our Health & Welfare Trust Health Fair for the past several decades.

July 10, 2020

The County is evaluating possible COVID-19 related budget shortfalls and intends to propose incentives to workers to voluntarily leave the County workforce, a voluntary furlough program, and the ability to opt out of the Sharewell PPO Health Plan. The Board of Supervisors is scheduled to review and possibly approve these proposals, including a Voluntary Incentive Program, at its meeting on July 14, 2020.

July 6, 2020

I want to update you on steps taken by OCEA Board members, Stewards, and staff to protect your financial security in this continuing public health crisis and the resulting County budget shortfalls.