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OCEA EMPLOYEE The official publication of the Orange County Employees Association

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OCEA OPEN ENROLLMENT Packets will be mailed in early september! Open Enrollment is September 20 to October 22, 2010. See pages 4 and 9 for details!

2010 OCEA Health Fair October 5, 2010 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. OCEA Headquarters 830 N. Ross St., Santa Ana, CA 92701 See back cover for details! Your friend on the OCERS Retirement Board, Frank Eley!

August 25, 2010

September 22, 2010

A discussion regarding frequently encountered workplace issues, including a review of recentlyenacted legislation and relevant recent cases.

Protect Yourself from Identity Theft. Hosted by Orange County’s Credit Union.

Identity Theft

Noon to 1:00 p.m. at OCEA.

2010 OCEA Health Fair

October 27, 2010

OCEA Food Drive Kick Off Noon to 1:00 p.m. at OCEA. Presented by the OCEA Health & Welfare Trust

Tuesday, October 5, 2010 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Free Giveaways, Screenings, and Food at OCEA! Representatives from health organizations will attend to help educate and provide screenings for attendees regarding healthrelated topics, such as cholesterol and glucose screenings, flu shots and back massages. Free screenings and tests will be offered, as well as literature on important health topics. It will be a great time of giveaways, information, and exciting door prizes!

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Money/gift cards to purchase food Canned soup and pasta meals Canned fruit and vegetables Ethnic food (ex. Hispanic, Asian) Baby items such as food, diapers, clothing, bottles, etc. Instant soup Food that requires low-heat or no-heat for homeless families Special-needs food such as low-sugar, no-salt, no-cholesterol, wheatfree items, etc. Non-toxic household supplies (for example, toothpaste, soap, shampoo, toilet paper, paper towels, etc.)

Attendance at the OCEA Health Fair is a permitted use of Annual Leave, subject to approval by your supervisor.

Orange County Employees Association 830 N. Ross St., Santa Ana, CA 92701 • (714) 835-3355 • (714) 835-7654 Fax • www.oceamember.org

Please RSVP if possible. Email Cathy Yatch at cyatch@oceamember.org or call her at (714) 835-3355, ext. 211.

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OCEA President’s Message OCEA is a Leading Reformer. When Will Executives Step Up? Recent headlines and national news stories have exposed the public to something that we as front line public employees have known for years. The elected officials, executives and managers in local government have been systematically enriching themselves in almost obscene ways. In the nearby city of Bell, California, which has less than 40,000 residents, the city manager was being paid nearly $800,000 a year. That executive’s assistant was paid more than $350,000 a year. The chief of police for that very small, blue collar town received over $450,000 a year. After finally realizing what was going on, the residents threw them all out on their ears. While compensation for Orange County executives is not as extreme as in Bell, the executives and managers who oversee OCEA members are doing quite nicely for themselves. They have $765-a-month car allowances, thousands of dollars in extra compensation from “optional benefit plans” and fully taxpayer-funded pensions. Amazingly, some even have second pensions from their previous jobs. When The Orange County Register went to court and received permission to publish the names and amounts of the biggest pension payouts from OCERS, the list was full of elected, executives and managers in the “$100,000 Club.” Meanwhile, the hardworking men and women represented by OCEA have been tightening our belts, paying the employee’s share and even the employer’s portion of enhanced retirement

benefits. And still, the four percent who receive the highest pension benefits are receiving 14 percent of retirement payments.

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our agencies. This will not be a popular action for us with these same executives and managers. The leadership of OCEA is

“While OCEA members have agreed to many labor concessions and endured 100s of layoffs, executives and managers have continued to receive promotions due the “critical” role they serve.”

OCEA has been on the forefront of reforming pensions, retiree healthcare and wages in local government. OCEA has tied wages to public/private wage surveys and given the county and courts overtime reform. While OCEA members have agreed to many labor concessions and endured 100s of layoffs, executives and managers have continued to receive promotions due the “critical” role they serve. That completely disregards that these executives do not provide direct services to the public. Some of our county agencies are currently experiencing the highest workloads on record due to the economic crisis and increased demands for their critical, lifeline services.

fully prepared for their attacks. As elected officials and executives make calls for further reforms from our members, we will only do so when the playing field has been leveled. OCEA and our members have done our share. Now it is their turn. Yours faithfully,

Robert Gibson OCEA President rgibson@oceamember.org

Enough is enough. The public needs to hear the outcry of OCEA and our members as we expose the outrageous conditions in

OCEA Calendar Second Tuesday each month

OCEA Steward Meeting

12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.; 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

OCEA Board of Directors Meeting

3:00 p.m.

Second Monday each month

OCEA PAC Meeting

5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Third Thursday each month

OCEA Steward Training

8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Fourth Thursday each month

Court Steward Meeting

12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Third Tuesday each month

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Come to our OCEA Health Fair on October 5, 2010! See back cover for details.

OCEA General Manager’s Message The County’s Workforce Gives While The County’s Elite Taketh Away You have probably read quite a bit lately about public employee pensions. For some people, public employees and our benefits, particularly our pension benefits, have become undeserving targets. To hear these folks pontificate you would think that public employee pension benefits, rather than the unregulated private sector, caused the global economic collapse. The truth about our pension benefits is much different than our critics would have people believe. Here are the facts: • OCEA-represented employees have always paid and continue to pay the entire amount of the employee contribution as determined by the Orange County Employees Retirement System. • Since 2004, OCEA-represented employees have even paid a portion of the County’s employer contribution. • This past year OCEA and the County negotiated a truly innovative option that provides new employees (and we believe soon current employees) the ability to select (and pay more for) a straight defined benefit plan, or in the alternative select a lesser defined benefit plan combined with a defined contribution plan. In both cases, OCEA-represented employees will continue to pay their entire employee

contribution and a portion of the employer contribution. • Far from the $100,000 club of executives the media has been so obsessed with recently, the average pension of retired OCEA members is less than $29,000 per year. • Further, OCEA-represented employees do not earn any social security credits. That’s the truth about your retirement benefits. But it’s not the whole story. As I wrote in a recent op-ed piece in The Register, there are 515 County employees receiving pensions of more than $100,000 annually. Many of them get over $200,000. The list of those pension recipients reads like a who’s who of former County honchos. Virtually all of them were County executives or managers. Many of them are still working in the public sector, some as consultants, many others as employees. But unlike you, these former County executives and managers paid little or nothing towards their retirement. You would think that in today’s world this would have all changed by now. But it hasn’t. Today’s County executives and managers are more than ready to

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implement layoffs and furloughs and readily call for you and other rank-and-file employees to do more with less. Yet those same executives and managers are content to sit by silently like the cat that ate the canary while the County pays the employee portion of their retirement contributions. And that’s not all. On top of their pensions, senior County executives also receive a generous eight percent 401(k) style benefit entirely paid for by the County. So how do executives and managers justify the County continuing to pay for their retirement? The only explanation is that they view themselves as a privileged elite. Because they think they constitute an elite, they believe they are entitled to be treated differently than you. I’ve been saying it for years and I’ll continue to say it – that attitude is despicable. County executives and managers who won’t pay their fair share shouldn’t feel entitled, they should be embarrassed. In solidarity,

Nick Berardino OCEA General Manager

Your friend on the Retirement Board

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VOTE FOR FRANK ELEY FOR RETIREMENT BOARD IN NOVEMBER 2010. Don’t forget, OCEA Benefits Open Enrollment period is September 20 to October 22, 2010!

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OCEA Benefits Open Enrollment September 20 – October 22, 2010 It’s your opportunity to make changes in your OCEA benefit plans!

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OFFICERS Robert Gibson.........................................................President Lezlee Neebe............................................1st Vice President Arlyn Buck............................................. 2nd Vice President Butch Garcia............................................................Secretary Phyllis Oudmayer..................................................Treasurer Luisa Camino............................................Insurance Officer Frank Eley...................................................... Past President

It’s that time again! This year, OCEA H&W benefit plan open-enrollment will be September 20 through October 22, 2010. This is your annual opportunity to make changes to your Health and Welfare and supplemental benefit elections. Among other things, during OCEA H&W open enrollment you may make a wide variety of permissible changes, such as adding or dropping dependents, changing option packages, and (for OCEA members) upgrading certain plans. Watch for Open Enrollment Packets! In mid-September, OCEA will mail openenrollment packets to eligible employees. If you want to make changes, follow the instructions in the packet, and be sure to mail or deliver your changes to OCEA on or before October 22. If you fail to make changes during the open enrollment period, with limited exceptions you will not be able to change your benefit elections until open enrollment in late 2011. (Remember, OCEA is not part of the County’s “pony” system.) Open enrollment is a great time to review your benefit needs and those of your family, reassess your current benefits, and examine your many alternatives. For help, call an OCEA Benefits Administrator at (714) 835-3355.

COMMITTEE CHAIRS Jeff Gallagher....................................................... Legislative Phyllis Oudmayer..................................... Budget/Finance

BOARD OF DIRECTORS Sharron Anderson.......................County Executive Office Dan Beam.....................................................Sheriff-Coroner Arlyn Buck......................................Social Services Agency Luisa Camino.......................................SSA/Adult Services Alan Dean Clow........................................ Public Defender Maria Corona...................................... Health Care Agency Oliver Didio.................................................Sheriff-Coroner Frank Eley................................ OC Public Works (RDMD) Debra Fyvie.....................Dept. of Child Support Services Jeff Gallagher.........................................................Probation Eusebio “Butch” Garcia.....................Social Services Agency Robert Gibson........................................................Probation Gary Morrison..........................................Assessor’s Office Lezlee Neebe......................................Superior Court Clerk Cheryl Neuenschwander..................Superior Court Clerk Phyllis Oudmayer..........Dept. of Child Support Services

OCEA Board of Directors Election is Set for November! Nine positions on Orange County Employees Association’s Board of Directors are up for election during the November general election. Members who want to run for one of the open positions can complete an application and return it to OCEA. Applications are available through Janice Lee at the OCEA office or on our website, oceamember.org. To be eligible: Candidates must be a regular OCEA member and be employed in a representation unit that is represented by OCEA. They must be a actively employed by the County for all or a portion of the six-month period immediately preceding their nomination for a position on the Board. And they must meet at least one of the following qualifications: 1) Three years as a regular member in good standing; 2) o=One year as an employee representative or representation unit executive committee member; or 3) Current or prior service as a member of the OCEA Board of Directors. A 4

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candidate is not eligible if being elected would increase the number of Directors from the Department or Office where the candidate is employed to more than three. (Article VI, Section 1, OCEA Bylaws.) In order for the Nominations and Resolutions Committee to certify applicants, applications must be submitted to Janice Lee at OCEA no later than noon on September 21, 2010. (Note: Candidates may also be nominated for office through a written petition, signed by at least 25 regular members who have been members for at least 120 days at the time the petition is submitted. The petition must be submitted to the Board at the September Board meeting.) Applications and additional nomination information and requirements are available at OCEA Headquarters, (714) 835-3355—or on the OCEA website (www.oceamember.org) via the “Get Involved” tab.

Bill Stein........................................................Sheriff-Coroner Pamela Waters........................................................... Library Ray Yarbrough.......................................................Probation The OCEA Employee magazine (USPS 004-330) is published quarterly (January-March; April-June; July-September; and October-December) by the Orange County Employees Association, 830 N. Ross, P.O. Box 177, Santa Ana, CA 92702; telephone (714) 835-3355. Periodical postage paid at Santa Ana, California. Subscription prices: members, $3.00 per year; non-members, $6.00 per year. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to: Orange County Employees Association, P.O. Box 177, Santa Ana, CA 92702-0177. Advertising in the OCEA Employee magazine does not constitute OCEA endorsement of the products or services advertised. The opinions expressed in this publication do not necessarily reflect the official opinion of the Orange County Employees Association unless specifically so stated. Contributions in the form of articles, photographs, human-interest incidents, retirement news, etc., are welcomed and encouraged. Association office hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except public holidays. OCEA reserves the right to edit or reject any material submitted for publication. Photographs will be returned only upon request. Copyright 2010 by the Orange County Employees Association. All rights reserved. Reproduction of any portion or contents prohibited by law. Printed by Anchor Printing, Tustin, CA.

Editor: Jennifer Muir Design & Layout: Kevin Rush 830 North Ross Street, Santa Ana, CA 92701 (714) 835-3355

Come to our OCEA Health Fair on October 5, 2010! See back cover for details.

Maria Corona County employee since: 2000 OCEA member since: 2000

OCEA Steward since: 2002 OCEA Board of Directors member since: 2008

Maria is a staff assistant at the Health Care Agency, supporting the Chief of Quality Management team by setting up appointments and special projects. She also compiles data and assists staff in research and planning, as well as public information on special projects. Her work varies from day to day, depending on the needs of the department. Background: Prior to working for the County, Maria was an administrative assistant and an assistant manager in the private sector.

Department: Health Care Agency Job title: Staff Assistant

be family, including her friends, relatives and “wonderful county associates.” The people closest to her will often hear her asking: “Where’s the party?” or “Who’s got the party next?” Hobbies: “I am vivacious,” Maria says. “When I’m not working, at school or attending union meetings, I like to go dancing and listen to live bands and concerts with my family and friends.”

Why she got involved at OCEA: “I was curious about what OCEA was and what they do,” she says. “I guess you could say curiosity got the best of me.” Why she ran for the Board of Directors? Maria has been a member of OCEA since 2000, a steward since 2002 and a board member since 2008. “I decided to run for the Board of Directors to have a voice,” Maria says. “I can vote on behalf of OCEA members as a Board of Directors member, be a part of the bargaining team, be a steward and represent coworkers in the workplace. I can meet lots of people from different agencies and find out about their job functions and responsibilities.” Family life: Maria is single and has no children, but she spends most of her time with people who she considers to Don’t forget, OCEA Benefits Open Enrollment period is September 20 to October 22, 2010!

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Come to our OCEA Health Fair on October 5, 2010! See back cover for details.

In light of Governor Schwarzenegger’s proclamation of July 18-24 as “Probation Services Week”, OCEA would like to acknowledge all of the employees of the Orange County Probation Department. Please take a moment to acknowledge your coworkers and thank them for their commitment to the agency’s goal of Changing the World One Life at a Time.

Don’t forget, OCEA Benefits Open Enrollment period is September 20 to October 22, 2010!

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A well-designed, realistic spending plan is the most important step to take in your journey to reach your financial goals. The math that lies at the root of a strong spending plan is simple: The amount of money going out must always be less than, or equal to, the amount of money coming in. Most of us have a fairly good sense of how much we bring home each month through our paychecks and perhaps earnings on savings and investments. Money going out, however, may be a bit fuzzier. The checks we write and the purchases made on credit cards are easy enough to track, but cash may seem simply to disappear. As a result, there are gaps in the spending plan. Understanding and flexibility in your spending habits are the keys to successful budgeting. Once you’ve tracked your spending, then you are in a position to make an educated decision whether to continue spending as you have, or to make changes in order to more readily reach your financial goals.

Recommended Guidelines for a Balanced Budget. Housing Savings Transportation Debt Other

Pay Yourself First! Save and invest 5-10% of your gross annual income. Of course, for most of us, this is easier said than done. If you’re currently living from paycheck to paycheck without seeing an opportunity to get ahead, begin by creating a solid spending plan after tracking all of your monthly expenses. Regardless of whether you’re just starting out or trying to get a handle on your day-to-day finances, managing your money can be challenging. Orange County’s Credit Union has partnered with a financial fitness program called BALANCE™ to assist with life’s financial demands. Members of Orange County’s Credit Union can call (888) 456-2227 or go online to www.balancepro.net and discover what BALANCE has to offer. You can also call a Credit Union Member Service Representative at (888) 354-6228 or go online at www.orangecountyscu.org for more information.

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Wonder Where All of Your Money Goes? For one week, record all of your expenses no matter how small. At the end of the week, you’ll have a clear idea of where those extra dollars could be hiding. In the future, you can use the funds you currently fritter away to increase savings, pay off bills, or buy something special. 8

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Come to our OCEA Health Fair on October 5, 2010! See back cover for details.

IMPORTANT OCEA OPEN ENROLLMENT INFORMATION OCEA’s annual Open Enrollment period is just around the corner! Beginning January 1, 2011, subject to certain conditions your children can now be covered under OCEA’s Dental and Vision plans until they reach age 26. You may add any eligible dependents during the upcoming annual open enrollment period. Who Is An Eligible Dependent? • Your legal spouse. • Your registered domestic partner. • Dependent children under the age of 26, subject to the following:

Child Support Services Labor Recognition Awards The Orange County Employees Association would like to recognize six employees at Child Support Services for their outstanding leadership and their hard work. The six employees were nominated by your stewards and received Labor Recognition Awards for their willingness to help their fellow colleagues, lead by example and for exemplifying the value of public employees. Please join us in congratulating the following OCEA members: Ann White: Ann is a shining example of the overall effectiveness of the child support system and the value of public employees. As a child support officer on the Employer Express Team, she interacts with a variety of businesses and internal customers in person and on the phone. She provides detailed, step-by-step information about applicable regulations surrounding Income Withholding Orders and National Medical Support Notices.

o Child can be married or unmarried. o Child does not need to be a full-time student. o Any child of yours is eligible, regardless of dependency status for income tax purposes. o Child must not be eligible for any other Employer’s dental and/or vision plan. o Spouses and children of your dependent child are not eligible for coverage.

Tom Chan: In addition to his duties as a senior child support officer in case initiation, Tom is always willing to tackle any extra assignments. He’s reliable, detail-oriented and consistently works well with others. His strong leadership encourages others and provides a positive learning experience for his coworkers. Yet, he is modest and leads by example instead of seeking the spotlight.

When is OCEA’s annual Open Enrollment period for OCEA Benefits? OCEA’s Annual Open Enrollment period is September 20, 2010 thru October 22, 2010. Do I wait until January 1, 2011, to add or change any eligible dependents?

Mary Roblee: Mary is a supervising child support officer, and she always has the best interests of her staff at heart. She consistently takes on special projects and time-sensitive matters that require immediate attention. She’s positive, dedicated, supportive and works well with other Court Ops supervisors to accomplish agency goals. She is always professional and strives to keep her staff informed and engaged.

No! You must change your benefits for 2011 during the annual Open Enrollment period. My dependent child’s coverage was terminated before January 1, 2011. Does that disqualify my dependent child from being eligible for coverage? No. As long as your child meets the requirements set forth above to be an eligible dependent child, he or she may be re-enrolled for coverage during OCEA’s annual Open Enrollment period.

Jasenia Chavarria: In addition to her duties as ombudsperson, Jessie is working on the Mission Possible Highest MSO Project, which enforces child support orders. She also works on complaint resolutions, helping to work toward informal resolutions of complaints without the need for a state hearing. In addition to being a positive member of the team, her efforts save time and money.

What else may I change during OCEA’s annual Open Enrollment Period? This is a good time to review all of your OCEA benefits. You may also: • Change your dental plan. • If you are an OCEA member, you may enroll in the supplemental disability plan without evidence of insurability. • If you are a full-time employee and currently enrolled in the Option Package 3, you are encouraged to change option packages. • Non-members are encouraged to sign-up to become OCEA members.

Susana Fernandez: Susana is a great team player who is always willing to help out despite all of the tasks and special projects on her plate. She is patient, answers questions promptly and has an open door policy.

What about the Open Enrollment period for Medical Benefits? OCEA does not administer medical benefits. Please contact the County of Orange Medical Benefits Center directly for any questions at (866) 325-2345 or visit the County’s benefits website at www.benefitsweb.com/countyoforange. If you have any questions, please contact an OCEA Benefits Administrator at (714) 835-3355.

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Kiet Ly: In addition to Kiet’s duties on the financial team, he has been involved in numerous special projects aimed at building staff morale, training his colleagues and expanding his skills. “No words can describe how I feel: Utterly surprised and not just speechless, but thankful,” Kiet said in an email. “I admire the other nominees in their efforts and dedication not only to (OCEA) and the agency, but to the community and country they serve.”

Don’t forget, OCEA Benefits Open Enrollment period is September 20 to October 22, 2010!

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IPEA Executive Board, from left to right: IPEA Treasurer Brian Johnson, IPEA Secretary Stephanie Keys, IPEA Vice President Steve Ollo, IPEA Member at Large Sarah Chmielak, and IPEA President Reza Jafari.

The Irvine Professional Employees Association (IPEA) represents professional employees throughout the City of Irvine including planners, analysts, engineers, geologists and project managers. The IPEA Board of Directors is comprised of five members that are elected to two-year terms. The board works closely with OCEA to handle workplace issues, including contract negotiations. Recently, OCEA Labor Relations Representatives Aaron Peardon and Frank Flavin got to know each board member:

IPEA President Reza Jafari, assistant engineer, 4 years with Irvine

IPEA Vice President Steve Ollo, civil engineer, 8 years with Irvine

Reza’s main job is to design and manage the construction of city capital improvement. He has more than eight years of local government experience including working with the cities of Downey and Lancaster. Reza chose to work in Irvine due to the excellent reputation of being a great place to live and work. The most interesting part of Reza’s work is being able to see streets being constructed. He loves construction. Reza has been on the IPEA board for two years and enjoys meeting with OCEA on a regular basis to discuss current events that affect government workers. Reza joined because he felt it was time to become active and to help out with union activities. Reza believes that everyone has something to offer and that our union’s strength is based on an active membership.

Steve has been a member of the IPEA board for over five years. He was drafted onto the board as a write-in candidate and has formerly served as IPEA’s treasurer. Steve is a great leader and very active in the negotiations process. Steve came to Irvine from Caltrans where he was a design engineer. Steve’s duties include supervising city project managers and managing complex city capital improvement projects for the public works department.

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Come to our OCEA Health Fair on October 5, 2010! See back cover for details.

IPEA Secretary Stephanie Keys, senior planner, 23 years with Irvine Stephanie also was drafted in as a writein candidate and joined the IPEA board in January 2010. In both her roles in city planning and as an IPEA board member, Stephanie enjoys establishing positive working relationships to work well with others in the early stages of a project or issue. Stephanie came to Irvine because it was “the right place at the right time.” Her duties include maintaining city data used in development projects, preparing quarterly development projections, coordinating results with developers and local agencies, reviewing building permit applications for zoning and land use compliance, and providing development, zoning, land use and processing information as needed to residents, developers, architects, engineers, business owners, property managers and local agencies. In all this, Stephanie finds tremendous satisfaction in contributing to solutions.

The OCEA Hot Dog Wagon recently made an appearance at the Irvine City Hall for our members in both IPEA and ICEA. Top photo, left to right: Andrew Pham (assistant engineer) shared a laugh with a few coworkers while collecting condiments. Middle photo: Everyone was smiling and having a great time. Bottom photo, left to right: Darrel Chin (associate planner), Hernan De Santos (Senior Planner) and Christina Ciampa (associate planner) enjoyed eating their lunch outdoors.

IPEA Treasurer Brian Johnson, accountant, 2 years with Irvine Brian works in the fiscal services section of the accounting department. He and his team are responsible for preparing the city’s Comprehensive Annual Financial Report. Brian also acts as the liaison between accounting and public safety, community services and community development. He reviews many special revenue funds on a quarterly basis, prepares journal entries on a monthly basis and coordinates with the housing division of community development on the CDBG and HOME programs. Brian chose to come to Irvine because of the good reputation and excellent benefits. Brian was asked by many employees in the administrative services department to run since there had not been much representation from that department. Brian agreed and was elected to begin serving the board in January of 2010. Brian looks forward to participating in the interaction between the city and our association during the negotiations process next year.

IPEA Member at Large Sarah Chmielak, associate planner, 3.5 years with Irvine Sarah has the unique distinction of being hired from out of state after she left a position as a planner in Polk County, Florida. Being hired from out of state is a rare occurrence in Irvine. Sarah finds it very interesting that she is working for a city that she learned about while attending planning classes at Ball State University in Indiana. Her duties in project entitlement include reviewing projects for consistency with city standards, policies and regulations and then making recommendations of these projects to the zoning administration and planning commission. Irvine is a lot different than Polk County Florida, which had many orange groves (like we used to have) and wetlands. Sarah wanted to learn more about how decisions that affect employees are made and to proactively be involved in a position that would determine the future of her coworkers and herself. Therefore she ran for and was elected to the IPEA board in 2008. The most interesting aspect of being on the board, according to Sarah, is learning about how Irvine compares to other cities in terms of salary, benefits and working environment. Don’t forget, OCEA Benefits Open Enrollment period is September 20 to October 22, 2010!

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Arlyn Buck (2nd Vice President, member of the OCEA H&W Trust, Social Services Agency) has been an OCEA member since 1998 and has served on the Board of Directors since 1998. She also is on the OCEA PAC and has previously served as OCEA Secretary and was a previous 2nd Vice President. Arlyn is a passionate member of OCEA who thrives on looking out for her fellow worker.

Sharron Anderson (County Executive Office) has been an OCEA member since 1982 and has served on the Board of Directors since 2009. Sharron feels that few office professionals have a voice in the workplace, and she works hard to be their voice.

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Alan Clow (Public Defender’s Office) has been an OCEA member since 1996 and has served on the Board of Directors since 2005. Alan works as an investigator at the Public Defender’s Office and feels passionate about maintaining fair working conditions and benefits for county employees.

Dan Beam (Sheriff-Coroner Department) has been an OCEA member since 1993 and has served on the Board of Directors since 2009. Dan has been a member of two bargaining teams, and his contributions as a board member are highly valued.

Maria Corona (Health Care Agency) has been an OCEA member since 2000 and has served on the Board of Directors since 2009. Maria started as an OCEA steward and was a member of OCEA’s 2004 Coalition Bargaining Team.

Luisa Camino (OCEA Insurance Officer, member of the OCEA H&W Trust, Social Services Agency) has been an OCEA member since 1986 and has served on the Board of Directors since 1998. Luisa’s great attitude, willingness to help others and her work experiences are greatly valued by our members.

Frank Eley (OCEA Past President, member of H&W Trust, Orange County Public Works) has been an OCEA member since 1982 and has served on the Board of Directors since 1985. Frank also is a board member for OCEA PAC. Frank was president of the board for seven years and also served as vice president, treasurer and insurance officer, as well as being a bargaining team member. He has represented county employees on the OCERS Retirement Board since 1999 and has made a career of looking out for the rights of county employees.

Oliver Didio (Sheriff-Coroner Department) has been an OCEA member since 1993 and has served on the Board of Directors since 2009. Oliver has been the president of the OCEA SSO/Coroner Bargaining Unit for the past ten years, a member of three bargaining teams and has been active on various OCEA labor management committees.

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Debbie Fyvie (Child Support Services) has been an OCEA member since 1999 and has served on the Board of Directors since 2009. Debbie is a past bargaining team member and is also a member of the OCEA Women’s forum, helping develop topics for OCEA Presents events. Debbie works to make a difference in the workplace.

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Eusebio “Butch” Garcia (Social Services Agency) has been an OCEA member since 2000 and has served on the Board of Directors since 2007. He also is a board member for OCEA PAC. Butch is a past bargaining team member and is a dedicated steward, PAC and board member.

Robert Gibson (OCEA President, Chairperson of PAC, Probation Department) has been an OCEA member since 1998 and is the president of OCEA’s Board of Directors and the chairperson of OCEA PAC. Robert also is a steward and has served on various bargaining teams. Before becoming board president, Robert served as treasurer and vice president.

Gary Morrison (Assessor’s Office) has been a member since 1999 and has served on the Board of Directors since 2009. Gary works for the county Assessor’s office as an Auditor Appraiser II and is a vocal defender of employee rights.

Cheryl Neuenschwander (Chairperson of the OCEA H&W Trust, Superior Court) has been an OCEA member since 1984 and has served on the Board of Directors since 1995. Cheryl has also served as treasurer and insurance officer, past bargaining team member and she’s been a member of the OCEA H&W Trust since 2000. Cheryl always looks out for her fellow court employees.

Lezlee Neebe (1st Vice President, member of the H&W Trust, Superior Court) has been an OCEA member since 1992 and has served on the Board of Directors since 1995. Lezlee also has served as OCEA insurance officer and secretary. Lezlee’s outgoing and positive attitude has always been a strength when working with members.

Phyllis Oudmayer (OCEA Treasurer, Child Support Services) has been an OCEA member since 1996 and has served on the Board of Directors since 2006. Phyllis also is a board member on the OCEA PAC, and a past bargaining team member. Phyllis is a very active representative of county employees, especially her coworkers at Child Support Services.

Bill Stein (Sheriff-Coroner Department) has been a member since 1990 and has served on the Board of Directors since 1999. Bill has served on various bargaining teams, and has been a dedicated OCEA steward for many years.

Pamela Waters (member of the H&W Trust, Orange County Library) has been a member in 1988 and has served on the Board of Directors since 1993. Pamela has served on the OCEA H&W Trust since 2000 and on various bargaining teams. Pamela shows her compassion towards members by always being available to do whatever it takes to support and preserve employee rights and benefits.

Ray Yarbrough (Probation Department) has been a member since 1990 and has served on the Board of Directors since 2009. Ray has been a steward, a member of labor management committees and has served on various bargaining teams. Ray believes county employees need to stand together to protect their benefits.

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JOIN OCEA’S TEAM! Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure Orange County Employees Association Team #2197 September 26, 2010, Fashion Island, Newport Beach

OCEA is building a team for the Susan Komen Race for the Cure, and we would like for you to join us in the fight against breast cancer. We want to raise awareness because this disease affects women of all ages and is reaching increasingly younger woman each year. On Sunday, September 26th, OCEA will be participating in the Susan G. Komen Orange County Race for the Cure at Fashion Island in Newport Beach. You can join us in the fight against breast cancer by joining our team or making a donation. In 2009, OCEA was awarded 3rd Place for the Elite Fundraiser, Government Category Award. OCEA feels that we made a difference.

WHEN: Sunday, September 26, 2010 WHERE: Fashion Island, Newport Beach TIME: 7:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. There are three ways to join the Orange County Employees Association’s team (Komen Team #2197):

TO DONATE BY MAIL

TO DONATE ONLINE

TO REGISTER ONLINE

Remember, The Race for the Cure entry fee is $35 and includes a T-shirt, entrance to the event, racing bib, and endless fun and memories. Any amount you donate above the initial entry fee will go toward OCEA’s team goal of $1,500. If you prefer not to attend the race, you may donate any amount to help our team reach its goal. Go to www.ockomen.com Click on Race for the Cure Click on Register for Event Join a Team Select the Orange County Employees Association Team #2197 (in the drop down) Go to www.ockomen.com Click on Donate to Support a Participant or a Team Type in Cathy Yatch (Team Captain for the Orange County Employees Association’s Team #2197) Mail in your check: Make checks payable to Komen Orange County Race for the Cure (Be sure to include OCEA’s Team Number 2197 on your check) You may bring in your donation to:

Orange County Employees Association 830 North Ross Street Santa Ana, CA 92701

Mail it to: Susan Komen P.O. Box 131314 Carlsbad, CA 92013-1314

On OCEA’s home page, left side column, there is a “Susan Komen Race for the Cure” button. This will take you directly to the OCEA Team Page at www.ockomen.com where you can join.

For more information contact Cathy Yatch at cyatch@oceamember.org.

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Gary Morrison County employee since: 1999 OCEA member since: 1999

OCEA Steward since: 2007 OCEA Board of Directors member since: 2009

Gary is licensed by the California State Board of Equalization to perform internal and external business audits. In his role at the Assessor’s office, he audits taxpayer finances to ensure their personal property tax payments comply with state law. He is also responsible for assessing the value of all aircraft and marine vessels in the county. Background: Gary lived in Ohio before moving to California and joining the county. He was the corporate controller for a corrugated container company, Packaging Corporation of America. After that, he was an assistant athletic director of the business sector for Ohio State University. He held both

Department: Assessor Office Job title: Appraiser

positions for seven years, and in both, he was in charge of human resources, computer operations, accounting and budgeting functions. Why he got involved at OCEA: “Around my fifth year anniversary with the county, I was on an audit team in which I observed management at its worst,” Gary says. “I witnessed a supervisor calling a meeting and opening the meeting by saying, ‘If it was up to me, I would fire you all.’ I also heard this supervisor call several of my co-workers ‘stupid’ to their face. Moreover, I witnessed this supervisor set up my coworkers for failure in two cases. I don’t know how these employees kept their sanity. Not only did it affect their work, it affected mine as well. The environment was hostile. … It was at this point that I decided I wanted to be able to intercede and help my fellow workers whenever I could.” Why he ran for the Board of Directors: Gary has been a member of OCEA for 12 years, served as a steward for 3 years and has been a board member for more than a year. He says: “I wanted to help my co-workers in providing a positive work environment and be a voice for the working people.” Favorite thing about serving on the board: “Being in a position to make a difference for our fellow coworkers,” Gary says. Family: Gary has lived in Orange County since 1995 and has a 30-year-old daughter, Marin, who is the director of marketing and sales for a financial company in Walnut Creek, CA. Hobbies: “I enjoy home remodeling projects and going to Broadway plays and concerts,” he says. “I like spending time with my friends and in my second home in Palm Springs on the weekends and holidays.”

Don’t forget, OCEA Benefits Open Enrollment period is September 20 to October 22, 2010!

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2010 OCEA Hot Dog Schedule To find the most up-to-date OCEA Hot Dog Site Visit schedule, go to www.oceamember.org, click on the “OCEA Hot Dog Schedule” located in one of the three main rotating images at the top of the home page, or under the “Hot Topics” on the left side of the web page.

www.oceamember.org

Tuesday, August 24

SSA Eckhoff, Orange

Thursday, September 30

Irvine Court

Thursday, August 26

Central Jail, 550 N. Flower Street, Santa Ana

Tuesday, October 5

OCEA Health Fair

Tuesday, August 31

Aliso Viejo Sheriff’s Substation

Thursday, October 7

SSA CRO, 2020 W. Walnut Street, Santa Ana

Thursday, September 2

Animal Control/Theo Lacy, Orange

Thursday, October 14

The PIT, 12 Civic Center Plaza

Tuesday, September 7

West Court/PHN/Probation, 8141 13th Street, Westminster

Tuesday, October 19

CSS/SAO, Between 909 & 1015 N. Main Street, Santa Ana

Thursday, September 16

Sanitation District, 10844 Ellis Avenue, Fountain Valley

Tuesday, October 26

Central Court/Law Library, 515 N. Flower Street, Santa Ana

Tuesday, September 21

MOB/OCH/Theo/Lamoreau, 401 The City Drive, Orange

Thursday, October 28

OCPW/Sheriff (Hutton Towers), 320 N. Flower Street, Santa Ana

Thursday, September 23

Probation North, 1535 E. Orangewood Avenue, Anaheim

Tuesday, November 2

West Court/PHN/Probation, 8141 13th Street, Westerminster

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Come to our OCEA Health Fair on October 5, 2010! See back cover for details.

I have represented General members on the Orange County Employees Retirement System Board since 1999, working to protect County employee retirement benefits. During my tenure on the OCERS Board, the retirement system has experienced both investment booms and difficult economic times, and in each instance has fared extremely well. In fact, during the worst economic crisis our nation has faced since the Great Depression, OCERS ranked number one in investment returns among 1937 Act county retirement systems. In other words, your retirement dollars have been and will continue to be invested safely and wisely, protecting the economic future of you and your family. I am running again for the Retirement Board in November 2010 and I hope my continuing efforts on your behalf will earn me your vote. Your friend on the OCERS Retirement Board,

Frank Eley General Member

Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t forget, OCEA Benefits Open Enrollment period is September 20 to October 22, 2010!

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We’re having three huge drawings!

We’re giving away a total of $918 in tickets! The drawings are for all those who sign up for MyOCEA during the period July 1, 2010, through September 30, 2010. After this issue of the magazine goes into the mail, OCEA will determine the sequence in which the prizes are given away. (Because of expiration dates, the LEGOLAND and Discovery Science Center tickets will be among the first.)

You should sign-up for MyOCEA as soon as possible! That way, you’ll be entered in all of the drawings. We’ll be holding six drawings in all: Two in early August, two in early September and two in early October! You’ll be eligible for six or fewer drawings, depending on how early you sign up for MyOCEA. You’ll be eligible for all of the drawings that remain after you sign-up for MyOCEA—a minimum of one drawing and a maximum of six, if you act quickly enough. Here are the prizes we will be giving to lucky OCEA members. (Remember, OCEA will determine the sequence in which prizes are given away.)

Don’t miss out on this great opportunity to possibly win fabulous tickets! Register for MyOCEA today! • Four 1-day Hopper Admissions to LEGOLAND (includes LEGOLAND, LEGOLAND Water Park, and Sea Life Aquarium) (Value $348) • Four General Admissions to Discovery Science Center, Santa Ana (Value $52) • Two 1-day General Admissions to Universal Studios Hollywood (Value $138)

• Two 1-day Hopper Admissions to Disneyland (Disneyland and Disney’s California Adventure) (Value $194) • Four 1-day General Admissions to Aquarium of the Pacific, Long Beach (Value $96) • Four General Admissions to Castle Park, Riverside (Value $88)

Remember, when you are signed-up for MyOCEA, you can buy tickets to many great attractions online through OCEA’s website! If you have questions, please contact Joanna Nachurski at joanna@oceamember.org or call (714) 835-3355 ext. 238.

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Butch Garcia County employee since: 2000 OCEA member since: 2000

OCEA Steward since: 2003 OCEA Board of Directors member since: 2006

Department: Social Services Agency Job title: Social Worker II/Initial Services Worker

Butch works in the Social Services Agency/Family Self Sufficiency Unit. He interviews clients and identifies solutions to get them back on the road to being self sufficient using the tools available within the Social Services Agency.

Family life:

Background:

Hobbies:

Butch worked in the airline industry for 10 years before coming to work at the county.

I enjoy surfing, riding and traveling to places on my Harley.

“I am a proud uncle of my two nephews, James and Joseph Fayette, and one niece, Kaitlin Kelly. Kaitlin will be studying abroad in India during her junior year in college.”

Why he got involved at OCEA: He saw that OCEA provides good benefits and that stewards and OCEA were always available to answer questions, “which wasn’t the case in my prior union experience,” Butch says. Why he ran for the Board of Directors: Butch has had a long history with OCEA. He’s been a member for 10 years, served as a steward for 7 years and been a board member for 3 1/2 years. “I had such a good experience as a steward that I felt there was more for me to accomplish,” Butch says. “I enjoy helping my co-workers and other OCEA members whenever possible.” Favorite thing about serving on the Board: Butch likes having in depth involvement with members, as well as working with his colleagues on the board to identify opportunities and solutions for OCEA members. Don’t forget, OCEA Benefits Open Enrollment period is September 20 to October 22, 2010!

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Trying to buy tickets online? You need to register for MyOCEA! 1. Visit www.oceamember.org. 2. Click on the LOGIN/REGISTER link located in the upper righthand corner of OCEAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s homepage. 3. Answer all questions, especially those marked with a red asterisk. 4. Make sure to click the SUBMIT button. Please note: There is a 72-hour waiting period for the confirmation. However, those OCEA members who wish to expedite their MyOCEA registration process may email their inquiry to OCEAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Program Coordinator, Joanna Nachurski at joanna@oceamember.org (In subject line please write Web Registration; in your email please include the following information: Your name, department you work for, phone number and home email address you have used for your registration)

Answers to all your Special Events questions can be found under FAQ tab on the Tickets & Discounts web page.

OCEA E-Ticket Programs For up-to-date listings on all tickets available, go to www.oceamember.org.

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Come to our OCEA Health Fair on October 5, 2010! See back cover for details.

CUT OUT YOUR COUPONS AND SAVE! BURL’S IMPORTED CAR SERVICES Family-owned for over 40 years. Honesty - Reliability - Trust

OCEA members receive 20% discount on labor

Present this coupon at the time of purchase along with your OCEA membership card and receive a

Foreign and domestic repairs.

FREE 12 oz. Brewed Starbucks Coffee

Brian Moore – Owner

with the purchase of any regular priced breakfast item ($2.99).

2910 S. Halladay St., Santa Ana, CA 92705 • (714) 546-4138

Valid any time at two convenient locations: 12 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92702, Phone: 714-564-9664. 301 The City Drive South, Orange, CA 92868, Phone: 714-935-1936. (Original coupons only. Photocopies will be accepted)

$40

ANY SMOG (no extra fees for smog certificates, truck charges, etc.)

Present this coupon along with your OCEA membership card, and receive

20% discount off your total bill Cannot be combined with any other special offer. Photocopies will not be accepted.

Offer valid for any dine-in and catering order. Valid at this location only: TOGO’S, 123 West 17th Street, Santa Ana, CA 92706 (at 17th and Main Street) For more information on the discount please call the store at (714) 541-2711.

Drivers Education/Driving School Knowledge + Skills = Confidence

Online Course $4 (3) 2-hr driving lessons $196 (plus $5 for gas per driving lesson) (Permit fee not included) DMV Licensed Insured and Bonded Kevin R. Cruz – Owner/Operator/Instructor – Lic. #4268 (714) DRY-VING • (310) 781-0407 • driversed@mac.com

Present this coupon at the time of purchase along with your OCEA membership card and receive a

FREE 16 oz. Fountain Drink with the purchase of any lunch item, $3.99 or more! Valid any time at two convenient locations: 12 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92702, Phone: 714-564-9664. 301 The City Drive South, Orange, CA 92868, Phone: 714-935-1936. (Original coupons only. Photocopies will be accepted)

Offer valid until 9/30/10

Present this coupon at the time of purchase along with your OCEA membership card and receive a

Full service auto collision, auto body and paint repair specialist.

Present this coupon along with your OCEA membership card, and receive

20% discount on out-of-pocket expense Scott Lawrence – Owner 1343 E. Borchard Ave., Santa Ana, CA 92705, (714) 543-8458 www.dealersserviceinc.com

15% Discount Off Your Bill Good for take-out, pick-up and deliveries. Thank you for supporting you community small businesses! Valid only at the Tustin location.

13612 Newport Ave., Tustin, CA 92780 • (714) 731-6444 You must present this coupon at the time of purchase along with your OCEA membership card. Photocopies will not be accepted.

Offer valid until August 01, 2011

Don’t forget, OCEA Benefits Open Enrollment period is September 20 to October 22, 2010!

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OCEA Discounts Special Savings for OCEA Members! Check OCEA’s website, www.oceamember.org, for full details! Automotive & Car Rentals

Electronics

The Red Book: New cars at fleet prices! Call (800) 422-4561 or logon to www.RedBook4Autos.com for details.

Apple Computers: 17% off selected Apple products. Please visit www.apple.com/r/store/government/state/epp.html.

Avis: Save up to 15% off regular rates through Tickets-AtWork Corporate Program. Corporate code: D472600. Call (800) 698-5685.

Big Ear, Inc.: 15% off all hearing protection, headphones, adaptors, iPods and more! Please contact Ariel, a Big Ear certified technician, at (949) 378-2599 or visit his website at www.1404.bigearinc.com.

Budget: Up to 25% savings on selected cars through Tickets-At-Work Corporate Program. Corporate code: X989202. Call (800) 455-2848. Burl’s Imported Car Services: Family-owned for over 40 years. Honesty - Reliability - Trust. OCEA members receive 20% discount on labor. Foreign and domestic repairs. Brian Moore – Owner. 2910 S. Halladay St., Santa Ana, CA 92705. (714) 546-4138. Dollar Rent-A-Car: New!!! Call (800) 800-3665 to find out more! Corporate code: CH0415 Enterprise Rent-A-Car: 10% off regular price! Call (800) 736-8222. Corporate code: 32E8228 Hertz: 5% off daily and weekly rentals! Join Hertz #1 Gold Club online and save more! Corporate code: 1335448. Call (800) 654-8216. Thrifty Car Rental: New!!! Great savings through TicketsAt-Work Corporate Program! Visit our website for more details. Call (800) 847-4389. Wheeler’s Auto Service: 10% off all parts and labor. Walking distance from downtown Santa Ana. Call (714) 543-4689 and ask for William.

Candies, Flowers, & more Cherry Moon Farms: 15% discount on hundreds of orchardfresh gifts that make every occasion special. For more information call (800) 210-2279. Corporate code: OCEA ProFlowers.com: 15% discount on a variety of gifts for all your personal and corporate occasions! Same-day delivery available! Call (800) 210-2279 to place your order. Corporate code: OCEA Red Envelope: 15% discount on a unique and wide-ranging collection of thoughtful gifts for every occasion. To order over the phone, call (800) 210-2279. Corporate code: OCEA Shari’s Berries: 15% discount on high quality hand-dipped berries, luxurious cheesecakes and gourmet baked goods. Call (800) 210-2279. Corporate code: OCEA

Family Entertainment Irvine Lanes: Go bowling! Various discounts are now available to OCEA members at the Irvine Lanes! Visit our website www. oceamember.org for more information and applicable coupons. Irvine Lanes is located at 3415 Michelson Drive, Irvine, CA 92612. For more details please call (949) 786-9625.

Home Improvement Apache Tile & Stone: Over 15 years experience installing tile, stone and laminate flooring. Professional, fast and affordable service. OCEA members receive free estimates and 15% off total installation! References furnished upon request. Call Jose Morales at (714)579-9514 today.

Jewelry Cookie Lee: Complimentary catalog plus 20% off all OCEA members’ orders! For more information contact Eva McNamee at (562) 879-4911. Teresa’s Jewelers: Great deals on a variety of contemporary jewelry styles! Call the Jewelers at (714) 834-9277.

Party Rentals OC Fun Party Rentals: Looking for a jumper rental company that offers safe, clean, affordable, and greatlooking jumpers? OCEA members receive 15% discount! For more information call (714) 917-7159, email OCFunPartyRentals@gmail.com, or visit their website www.OCFunRentals.com.

See’s Candy: Gift certificates good for 1 lb. at any See’s store! OCEA-members price $12.50 (Reg. $15.40). Certificates are available at the OCEA Special Events office by cash or ATM/debit card.

Ride N Glide Rentals: Silly Racers – Slide and Glide bumper cars to rent for children’s party! Guaranteed to entertain children for hours! Best for entertainment for 3-10-year-olds. 30% off your party rental to OCEA members! For more information call Carlos Flores at (562) 665-4474 or email him at janetcarlos00@msn.com (please put “silly racers” in the subject area).

Chiropractic & Dental Services

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DiversiCare Medical & Therapy Center: Suitably located close to Civic Center. Great discounts on body massages and chiro treatments. Call (800) 717-0766 for more details. Orthodontic Office of Mark J. Weisenberg, DDS, MS: Excellent discounts on Invisalign treatments and orthodontic braces. Delta Dental provider. Located in Villa Park. Call (714) 974-9000 to schedule your appointment!

Cosmetics & Skin Care Avon: 10% off plus FREE shipping and free gift for all online orders. Visit www.youravon.com/leticialopez. Mary Kay: 10% discount on all products. Contact www. marykay.com/jpadore or (949) 559-8022 for a brochure and details for an extra 10% discount on “Last Chance” items.

Entertainment & Travel Tickets-At-Work: Up to 40% off a variety of nationwide shows such as Cirque du Soleil, Broadway, Las Vegas and more! Please log on to the OCEA website (www.oceamember.org) for full list of attractions! Great savings! You must be registered on OCEA’s website to receive discounts.

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Artistic Bridals & Portraits Photography: 15% off wedding photography & event plans from their already low prices. OCEA members-only plan is also available! Visit www.nemo4u.com to view samples of work. Call Mike Nemeth at (949) 496-4559 today! Kalaidecam Photography: 15% off when customer mentions the code “OCEA”. Visit www.kalaidecam.com for more information.

Restaurants Pasta Bravo (at the Block): 20% off catering for all your personal and corporate occasions. Call Store Manager at (714) 769-4031 for more information. OCEA membership card required at the time of delivery.

Scrapbooking Close to My Heart: 15% off your first order for OCEA members. For discount information contact Andrea Lewis at (714) 777-1170 or via email at writetodre@hotmail.com. Digital Personal Publishing: Great savings on storybooking to cherish for years to come! Professional consultation offered by Melodie Jones at (714) 401-0926 or melodiejones@flash.net.

Special Occasions The Pampered Chef: Colleen Holland, Independent Consultant, (714) 496-9814. Shop on Colleen’s website: www.pamperedchef.biz/gramaskitchen. Quality tools for food preparation and entertaining! Free shipping and delivery for all OCEA Members! You must call Colleen directly for this offer. PartyLite: Light a candle and reclaim the magic of everyday life! 20% discount on all purchases! Please contact Adrienne Ponce at (562) 333-8025 or visit her website www.PartyLite.biz/ButterflyDelyte. Wagstaff Music: 25% off DJ services! For more details call Bryan Wagstaff at (714) 437-7712.

Vacations Club Med Vacations and Cruises: 30% to 50% off on lastminute vacation packages! Contact LaVonne Campbell at (714) 991-7222 to schedule your trip.

Wellness Lindora: Look great and feel great in just 10 weeks! Free Consultation and Assessment! 10% off Lindora’s Nutritional Products and Support Tools; 20% off Booster Injections; 25% off Personalized Weight Loss Clinic Programs as well as 24/7 Online Support System; 50% off Lab Work. To receive a discount you need to provide your OCEA membership card and photo ID. For more details please visit www.lindora.com/partners/ocea or call (800) LINDORA.

Wireless AT&T: For more information, contact Rachelle Waters at (619) 850-4809, or by email at rachelle.waters@att.com. Sprint: Save 20% on select regularly priced monthly service plans (requires two-year agreement). To place an order and take advantage of your discount, go to www.print.com/californialocalgovernment. If you are an existing customer, please call (866) 853-4931 to add your discount. Discount Code/Corporate ID: GLLCA_ZZZ (discount code required). For more details call Glen Klimek, Sprint Public Sector Sales Representative, at (714) 412-1515 or email him at Glen.Klimek@sprint.com.

Main Photo & Imaging Services: 20% off all your photo and digital needs! Visit www.mainphoto.com for more details.

T-Mobile: 15% discount on qualifying monthly recurring charges for the OCEA members and their families! Promotion code: 13302; Corporate code: 6779480. Discount Contact: (877) 453-8824.

OC Image Services & Tip Wynn Photography: Log on to www.ocimageservices.com and www.tipwynn.com to view their professional images. Up to 25% off on selected plans!

Verizon: Save 15% on select monthly plans. Apply online using Government Employee Program E-Code EMD70. Discount Contact: www.verizonwireless.com/getdiscount.

30 Minute Photos Etc.: Online boutique photo service offers 40% off for all OCEA members’ orders. Corporate code: IRVINE

Come to our OCEA Health Fair on October 5, 2010! See back cover for details.

Special Events So Cal Attractions

Amusement Parks

AQUARIUM OF THE PACIFIC: OCEA Price: $17/Adult; $10/Child ages 3-11 (Reg. $23.95 & $11.95). Tickets expire NOVEMBER 30, 2010!

CASTLE PARK, RIVERSIDE: OCEA Online Price: $15.99/Adult; $11.99/Child under 48” and Seniors (Reg. $21.99 & $14.99). Tickets expire NOVEMBER 23, 2010!

*Purchase your tickets online at www.oceamember.org.

*tickets are only available online at www.oceamember.org.

BOOMERS! FAMILY FUN CENTERS: OCEA Price: $15/Person (Reg. $29.99). NO EXPIRATION!

Disneyland & Disney’s California Adventure:

CATALINA FLYER (Newport Beach at the Balboa Pavilion): OCEA Price: $54/Adult; $40/Child ages 3-12 (Reg. $68 & $63), round-trip fare. Tickets expire SEPTEMBER 15, 2010! CATALINA EXPRESS (Long Beach, San Pedro, or Dana Point**): OCEA Price: $56/Adult; $46/Child ages 2-11 (Reg. $66.50 & $51); Tickets expire DECEMBER 31, 2010! **Dana Point departures will be an additional $2 per person payable at time of check-in. DISCOVERY SCIENCE CENTER: OCEA Price: $11/Adult; $8/Child ages 3-17 (Reg. $12.95 & $9.95). NO EXPIRATION! *Purchase your tickets online at www.oceamember.org. K1 SPEED: OCEA Price: 1-Race $15/Person (Reg. $29.95); 3-Race $41/Person (Reg. $50). NO EXPIRATION! MADAME TUSSAUDS WAX MUSEUM HOLLYWOOD: OCEA Price: $19/Adult; $12/Child ages 4-12. (Reg. $25 & $18). Tickets expire DECEMBER 31, 2010!

Standard 1-Day/1-Park: OCEA Price $67/ Adult; $59/Child ages 3-9 (Reg. $72 & $62).

*Purchase your tickets online at www.oceamember.org.

So Cal 1-Day Hopper: OCEA Price $82/Adult; $74/Child ages 3-9 (Reg. $97 & $87).

3-day Summer Pass: OCEA Price $102/Person ages 3 & up (Reg. $108); Tickets valid 45 days from 1st use. Tickets expire AUGUST 31, 2010!

Universal Studios Hollywood: OCEA Price: 3-day pass $59/Person ages 3 & up (Reg. $69/Adult; $59/Child). Tickets expire DECEMBER 31, 2010!

Non So Cal Residents

AS of mid-july, all Universal studios tickets are only available online at www.oceamember.org.

City Pass: OCEA Price $242.10/Adult; 206.10/ Child ages 3-9. 2-Day Hopper: OCEA Price $143.45/Adult; $124/Child ages 3-9 (Reg. $151 & $131).

Water Parks

3-Day Hopper: OCEA Price $165.60/Adult; $138.60/Child ages 3-9 (Reg. $204 & $174).

Hurricane harbor: OCEA Price: $19.99/Adult; $13/Child under 48”. (Reg. $22.99 & $19.99). Tickets expire SEPTEMBER 26, 2010.

4-Day Hopper: OCEA Price $179.10/Adult; $152.10/Child ages 3-9 (Reg. $229 & $199). Promotional 5-Day Hopper: OCEA Price $165.60/Adult; $138.60/Child ages 3-9 (Reg. $184 & $154). Tickets expire SEPTEMBER 30, 2010!

So Cal Annual Pass: OCEA Price (215 days): $208.05/Person ages 3 & up (Reg. $219).

Purchase tickets: To order by mail, please include: 1) name and phone number, 2) letter stating your ticket order, and 3) check payable to OCEA for the full amount of the ticket order plus $6.40 for shipping and handling. Send orders to: Special Events, OCEA, 830 N. Ross Street, Santa Ana, CA 92701. Checks for over $500 not accepted. Ticket sales are final. Sorry, no refunds or exchanges. Please allow sufficient time! Mailed ticket

*Purchase your tickets online at www.oceamember.org.

3-day Summer Pass Plus: OCEA Price $122.55/Person ages 3 & up (Reg. $129). Tickets expire AUGUST 31, 2010!!!

PIRATE’S DINNER ADVENTURE: OCEA Price: $42/Adult; $32/Child ages 3-11 (Reg. $56.95 & $37.95). Tickets expire NOVEMBER 30, 2010!

Regal Entertainment Group: OCEA Price: $6.50/person. (Reg. $11.50.) NO EXPIRATION DATE!

Six Flags Magic Mountain: OCEA Price: $24/Adult; $15/Child under 48 inches (Reg. $59.99 & $29.99). Tickets expire DECEMBER 31, 2010!

So Cal 2-Day Hopper: OCEA Price $128/Adult; $110/Child ages 3-9 (Reg. $151 & $131).

Annual Passes

Krikorian Premiere Theatres: OCEA Price: $7/person. (Reg. $10.50.) NO EXPIRATION DATE!

*E-Ticket program coming soon!

So Cal Residents

MEDIEVAL TIMES DINNER & TOURNAMENT: OCEA Price: $42/Adult; $32/Child ages 12 & under (Reg. $55.95 & $34.95). Tickets expire SEPTEMBER 30, 2010!

Century Cinema: OCEA Price: $6.50/person. (Reg. $10.50.) NO EXPIRATION DATE!

San Diego Zoo: OCEA Price: $30/Adult; $20/Child ages 3-11 (Reg.: $37 & $27). Tickets expire July 2011!

SeaWorld San Diego: OCEA Price: $54/Adult; $47/Child ages 3-9 (Reg. $69 & $59). Tickets expire DECEMBER 31, 2010!

5-Day Hopper: OCEA Price $188.10/Adult; $161.10/Child ages 3-9 (Reg. $249 & $219).

AMC Theatres (Loews & Cineplex): OCEA Price: $6/person. (Reg. $12.50.) NO EXPIRATION DATE!

*E-Ticket program coming soon!

AS of mid-july, all Disney tickets are only available online at www.oceamember.org.

*Tickets may only be Purchased online at www.oceamember.org.

Movie Theaters

San Diego Wild Animal Park: OCEA Price: $30/Adult; $20/Child ages 3-11 (Reg. $37 & $27). Tickets expire May 2011!

*Tickets may only be Purchased online at www.oceamember.org. Knott’s soak city: OCEA Price: $21/Adult; $19/Child ages 3-11 (Reg. $31 & $19.99); Tickets expire SEPTEMBER 30, 2010!!!

Premium Annual Pass: OCEA Price (360 days): $417.05/Person ages 3 & up (Reg. $439).

RAGING WATERS: OCEA Price: $23/Adult; $20/Child under 48”. (Re. $36.99 & $22.99) Tickets expire SEPTEMBER 30, 2010!

Deluxe Annual Pass: OCEA Price (315 days): $284.05/Person ages 3 & up (Reg. $299).

So Cal Select Annual Pass: OCEA Price $160.55/Person ages 3 & up (Reg. $169).

wILD RIVERS: OCEA Price: $21/Adult; $15/Child ages 3-9. (Re. $32.98 & $19.98) Tickets expire SEPTEMBER 30, 2010!

*Unless noted otherwise, tickets expire JANUARY. 3, 2011! Knott’s Berry Farm: OCEA Price: $28/Adult; $20/Child ages 3-11 (Reg. $53.99 & $23.99). Tickets expire DECEMBER 31, 2010!

Sports Angels baseball: OCEA Price: $6-16.50. (Reg. $12-33). Various games and seating is available at a 50% discount. Check online for available dates

*Purchase your tickets online at www.oceamember.org

*Tickets may only be Purchased online at www.oceamember.org.

LEGOLAND California: OCEA Price: $48/Person ages 3 & up. (Reg. $67/Adult & $57/Child). Tickets expire DECEMBER 31, 2010!

Halloween

Hopper: OCEA Price: $59/Person ages 3 & up. (Reg. $87/Adult & $77/Child). Tickets expire DECEMBER 31, 2010! *Purchase your tickets online at www.oceamember.org.

information will available in the middle of September!

Aquarium of the Pacific Halloween • Disney’s Mickey’s Treatand-Trick Halloween Party • Knott’s Halloween Haunt Nights • Legoland Brick-and-Treat Party Nights • Six Flags Magic Mountain Fright Fest • Universal Studios Horror Nights

orders are generally processed within five business days of receiving the order. Sorry, OCEA makes no guarantees on mailed orders. Shipping and handling charges cover costs of certifying and insuring mailed tickets. For further information, contact Joanna Nachurski at (714) 835-3355 or via email at jnachurski@oceamember.org. Ticket hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Don’t forget, OCEA Benefits Open Enrollment period is September 20 to October 22, 2010!

Now you can purchase certain tickets online at

www.oceamember.org OCEA EMPLOYEE

OCEA Classifieds Classified ads are a free service to all members. Only members may submit ads. Ads may be edited or rejected by OCEA. Notify Sunny Hermosillo if you wish to cancel your ad, or regarding corrections or other changes. Mail your classified ads to Sunny Hermosillo at OCEA Headquarters, or fax them to her at (714) 835-7654, or email them to her at shermosillo@oceamember.org. REAOC: Join the Retired Employees Association. Participate for only $1.00 a month. P.O. Box 1496, Brea, CA 92822-1496. Call 714-840-3995; FAX 714-840-7189. Email: reaoc@reaoc.org. Website: www.reaoc.org. ORANGE COUNTY OFFICE ON AGING: Free information on services for older adults. (800) 510-2020. Carpoolers Needed: Go to www.ridematch.info to request a carpool matchlist from the regional rideshare agency. Learn more about alternate commute options through www.CommuteSmart.info. FOR RENT: Affordable, 2-bed condo for rent in an excellent area in Buena Park. Tile and wood floors. Available in August. Please contact: (714) 726-2398. FOR RENT: One bedroom apartment, $875/month, on French Street near Civic Center Drive, Santa Ana and three blocks east of main. Available to view on July 1, 2010. Call for appointment. Please contact: (714) 542-2985. FOR RENT: $1200/month. 2 BR/1 BA townhouse with 1 garage and 1 assigned open parking at Tustin/Santa Ana border. Central AC/heater, ceiling fan, large walk-in closet, newly installed laminate flooring in bedrooms and stairs. Association pool/spa and lots of greenbelt facing front view. Water and trash bill included. Kids allow to attend Tustin or Santa Ana School District. Close to Freeway 5 & 55, school & restaurant within walking distance. Please contact: Lily at (949) 302-6827. FOR SALE: VIP Vinyl Patio Pet Door designed for 78” Pet Door features “Low E” dual pane tempered glass; “multi-flex” flap to fit pets up to 35 lbs; fits most existing sliding door locks. $275/OBO. Please contact: Please call 949-460-9762 or email mgcross@cox.net. FOR RENT: 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom, family room and detached garage. Located on quiet cul-de-sac in Orange (Chapman and Main Area). Close to shopping mall, restaurants, theatres, and freeways. Enclosed backyard. Currently being refurbished. Share with one other person. No pets – non-smoker. $602.50/month, plus utilities. Please contact: Judi at (951) 285-3563.

FOR RENT: 2 Level Townhouse with bedrooms upstairs in Orange. 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 bath. Master suite with bath and walk-in closet. Large private patio and balcony. All newer appliances included (fridge/gas stove/washer and dryer). Forced air and central a/c. Beautiful tile flooring downstairs. Granite countertops in kitchen. Attached 2-car garage. Easy freeway access (55/22/5 freeways). Near Chapman University (3 miles). Community pool. Rented by owner. $2050/ month + damage deposit. Available June 1st. Dog okay on approval + extra deposit. Please contact: (714) 813-2110 or (661) 714-7615 FOR SALE: Wood end table—40” x 40”, 2 drawers, pull out, heavy-duty table, nice piece of furniture, $40. 36” RCA TV, good condition, nice for PC monitor, works great, $250. Gold-and-white vanity, good condition, $20. Please contact: Call Ricky Martin at (714) 642-8261. FOR RENT: Gorgeous upper level 1 BR, 1 BA condo in Garden Grove available. Great location central to everything and close to the 22. Close to UCI Medical Center and the Block, Disneyland, and the civic center. Great complex too, beautifully maintained landscaping, quiet and peaceful. The unit has cathedral ceilings, ceramic tile, huge windows, gas fireplace, skylight, new light fixtures and recessed lighting, berber carpet, washer/dryer hookups, huge walk in closet, and deck overlooking streams with ducks. Two pools, two jacuzzis. New roof installed in March. Gated and on-site security. Very peaceful. 767 sq.ft. $1260 per month. Small pets allowed with no extra monthly fees or deposit required. Available June 1st. Please contact: 714-889-9643 or zamt69a@aim.com. FOR RENT: Cabo San Lucas Gold Crown Presidential, Executive and Junior Suites at the world class Pueblo Bonito Rose Resort., the nicest, most sought after ocean front resort on the nicest and only safe swimming beach in Cabo. No car needed as this prime resort is a short 10 minute walk to town with excellent restaurants, great nightlife, and world famous clubs within walking distance. See full listing online at www.oceamember.org/classifieds. Please email Hsnitowsky@hotmail.com, or call Howard at (714) 313-1290 for more information.

FOR SALE: 1997 Honda Accord LX. Automatic, Low Miles, AC, Multi CD, Radio, Cassette, Power Window, Power Door Locks, Cruse Control, Auto Mirror, Map Light, Hand Rest, Back Seat Vent, etc. Runs strong & excellent, Low Gas Miles, 122K Mile, Nice and Clean. Asking price: $3,800. Please contact: (714) 668-9433, (714) 245-6170 or email dil_m@hotmail.com FOR RENT: Buena Park Tri-Level for Lease in gated community near mall: 2 bedrooms/2.5 baths, fireplace, washer/dryer, refrigerator, microwave, dish washer, patio/ balcony, and 2 car garage. $1725/mo. with $2000 deposit. Please contact: Claudette (310) 901-7634 FOR RENT: 2 bedroom, 2 bath, beautiful mobile home in 55+ community in Hemet, Ca. Move in ready, washer and dryer in unit, soft water system, large covered porch, 1 orange tree, 2 lemon trees. Covered driveway and storage shed. 4 Club houses, numerous activities, 4 pools, library and exercise gym all free. Unit includes refridgerator. Huge master bedroom with vanity and bathroom with shower/ tub. Full bath in hallway. This is a highly desirable retirement community beautifully maintained. $750 a month, you pay water, I pay gas, electric, and association dues. $300 refundable deposit. Please, no smokers. You are welcome to smoke on the porch but not in the house. Please contact: Michele at mjluka21@aol.com or 714-345-5241 for more information. FOR RENT: 4 Bicycles for sale as is. Pick up at location. First Bike is a Huffy 20”. Second bike is a Magna 24” 10-speed. Third bike is a Murray 24” 10-speed. And the fourth bike is a Sears Free Spirit 24” 10-speed Escapade. Please contact: Bea at (714) 235-4932. FOR SALE: Women’s DESIGNER Suits! Sizes 4-8, large selection of pant suits/skirt suits $50.00 each. Variety of colors. Great Deal! Please contact: Lynn at 714-865-3646. FOR RENT: 55+ One bedroom, one bath condo across from Hillcrest Park in Fullerton. Screened in deck, large common area with full kitchen, pool, and jacuzzi. $850 Please contact: LOIS (714) 595-9343.

Kids Bowl Free Summer Program at Irvine Lanes and Concourse in Anaheim! The program is called Kids Bowl Free and only these two Orange County bowling centers were selected to be part of the 750 centers in the USA to participate. Over 15,000 public and private schools are part of this fantastic program and we are very excited to be able to offer it to our community.

To receive coupons via email for two free games per day per person, please sign-up for the program at www.kidsbowlfree.com. Irvine Lanes, 3415 Michelson Drive, Irvine, CA 92612, (949) 786-9625 Concourse Entertainment Center, 3364 E. La Palma Ave, Anaheim, CA 92806, (714) 666-2695 24

OCEA EMPLOYEE

Come to our OCEA Health Fair on October 5, 2010! See back cover for details.

Protect Your Pension VOTE NOVEMBER 2010

FRANK

ELEY

Retirement Board Frank Eley is OCEA’s choice! Frank Eley is a long-time OCEA member who served on our OCEA Board of Directors for many years. In the NOVEMBER 2010 election, we will be choosing Frank for the Retirement Board for the FIFTH TIME! We need Frank on the Board to help balance out the anti-employee faction on the Retirement Board! Let’s keep a strong “employee voice” on the Retirement Board!

We need Frank Eley, so that we can continue our success on the Retirement Board!

Let’s lead the way! RE-ELECT FRANK!

Orange County Employees Association 830 North Ross Street Santa Ana, CA 92701

2010 OCEA Health Fair Presented by the OCEA Health & Welfare Trust

Tuesday, October 5, 2010 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Free Giveaways, Screenings, and Food at OCEA! Representatives from health organizations will attend to help educate and provide screenings for attendees regarding health-related topics, such as cholesterol and glucose screenings, flu shots and back massages. Free screenings and tests will be offered, as well as literature on important health topics. It will be a great time of giveaways, information, and exciting door prizes! Attendance at the OCEA Health Fair is a permitted use of Annual Leave, subject to approval by your supervisor.

Orange County Employees Association 830 N. Ross St., Santa Ana, CA 92701 • (714) 835-3355 • (714) 835-7654 Fax • www.oceamember.org