vol 65 issue 2 - ocea employee 2012 april may june

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2012 NegotiatioNs“Your sacrifices will Not be forgotteN,” page 2

Meet Your bargaiNiNg teaM, page 11

EMPLOYEEVOLUME 65, ISSUE 2 • APRIL–JUNE 2012

Noon–1 p.m. June 28, 2012Social Networking: Facebook and Twitter

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Noon–1 p.m. July 26, 2012Wills and Trusts

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Lunch will be provided. If possible, please RSVP by emailing Cathy Yatch at [email protected].

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November 2012

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4 OCEA Board of Directors ScholarshipApplications are being accepted now.

9 2012 OCEA Hot Dog Wagon schedulePlan to eat a hot dog with OCEA in 2012.

11 OCEA Bargaining TeamNegotiations are underway; meet your 2012 Bargaining Team.

13 Social worker appreciation monthThis year’s theme is “Social Work Matters.”

14 Chris Prevatt for Retirement BoardVote for OCEA Board member Chris Prevatt this November.

16 OCEA says goodbye to a friendOCEA Board member Phyllis Oudmayer retires.

Site visitsOCEA Senior Labor Relations Representative Jim Riley speaks to OCEA members Daniel Rivers and Cristina Rupp at a recent visit to Health Care Agency.

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2 President’s message 3 General Manager’s message 4 OCEA news briefs 4 OCEA calendar 18 Board member Q&As

21 OCEA coupons 22 OCEA tickets 22 OCEA e-ticket program 23 OCEA discounts24 OCEAclassifieds

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VOLUME 65, ISSUE 2 • APRIL–JUNE 2012

On the cover: OCEA President Robert Gibson speaks to the crowd at a general membership meeting in February 2012.

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President’s message

Robert GibsonOCEA President

As we begin negotiations for our County bargaining units, I am reminded of the sacrifices that have been made by our members over the last several years. In the most severe economic downturn our country has experienced since the great depression, OCEA members have remained committed to public service. Our members have responded to ever-increasing demands with ever-decreasing resources in a truly dramatic way. We have done MUCH more with MUCH less. Your sacrifices and hard work have not gone unnoticed by your Board of Directors, the leadership team and professional staff of OCEA. We will not allow the County to let your sacrifices go unnoticed either.

Through our Lean Government initiative, OCEA is committed to demonstrating to the County the great things we have and can still accomplish when we work together collaboratively. The County will be reminded of the great many challenges OCEA has addressed head on and the great solutions we have achieved. From the optional hybrid retirement plan to the reconfiguration of the retiree medical benefit, we will remind the County of your role in achieving those successes and the blueprint they have become in revolutionizing reform in other parts of the state and country. OCEA has also found other revolutionary ideas and programs that others have pioneered, and we will bring those to the County.

Know as we move forward we are negotiating in a politically-charged atmosphere that presents many challenges. Other OCEA members that work for cities in Orange County are currently battling against political ideologues and old-fashioned political cronyism and corruption. We must battle those forces that seek to demonize public servants and their attempts to outsource jobs for the sake of enriching their campaign contributors and connected insiders. We cannot allow the good work of our members to be thrown aside for

financial or political gain.

As we move forward with negotiations, please remain involved and engaged in our progress. OCEA is committed to keeping you informed and protecting your interests. If you have not already done so, please sign up to receive updates from OCEA through your private email by signing up for MyOCEA at www.oceamember.org. Also, please join our Facebook community at www.facebook.com/oceamember.

As always, feel free to contact me for more information, to voice concerns or with any comments you may have. As you serve the public, OCEA’s Board of Directors, leadership team and professional staff are here to serve you.

Yours faithfully,

Robert Gibson OCEA President [email protected]

Yoursacrificeswillnotbeforgotten

“We must battle those forces that seek to demonize public servants and their attempts to outsource jobs for the sake of enriching their campaign contributors and connected insiders. We cannot allow the good work of our members to be thrown aside for financial or political gain.”

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General Manager’s message

Nick BerardinoOCEA General Manager

Negotiations are underway, and one thing is clear about bargaining this year: The reality in which we operate is dramatically different from any other time we’ve negotiated a new contract.

Over the past decade the combination of the stock market crash of 2008-09, bursting of the housing bubble, unprecedented political polarization, and ongoing worldwide economic uncertainty have, along with many other developments, resulted in enormous financial challenges for government at every level. But nowhere are those challenges greater than at the local government level.

We’ve been in this period of economic scarcity long enough that the traditional responses—layoffs, reorganizations, doing more with less, etc.—have long since been implemented, and yet still the challenges remain. Likewise, it’s unlikely massive economic recovery or tax increases will magically generate huge influxes of new revenue to rescue struggling government entities.

The new government reality and our collective response to that reality constitute the heart of OCEA’s 2012 negotiations proposal.

There has been much discussion, particularly over the last decade, of “running government like a business.” Unfortunately, few of these approaches have provided an adequate analysis of what that term really means. Nevertheless, the concept of “running government like a business” is firmly established and resonates in a positive way with the public.

OCEA’s proposal asks the County to join us in taking advantage of this positive public perception and embark on an initiative to run the County like a business. But to be effective we need to embrace more than just a slogan. Drawing on cutting edge experience in both the private and public sectors, our proposal includes substantive measures that will make a business-like approach to government a reality. But that’s not all.

• A business approach to salaries: Orange County employees are already one of the leanest and most efficient workforces in the state, and if we maintain that level of efficiency, we should be compensated

accordingly. Our proposal includes setting salaries to reflect that reality.

• Healthy workplace: Private sector businesses have learned that making basic health care conveniently available to employees, providing accessible management of chronic health issues, and promoting employee wellness are time-tested ways to improve employee health, reduce absences, and make a significant dent in the cost of health care to both employees and the County. So our proposal includes the creation of employee health clinics and other wellness programs.

OCEA has consistently not only been willing to help the County meet its financial challenges but has been willing to lead the pack. Now, we’re once again prepared to work hand in hand with the County to embark on cutting-edge initiatives to use the current economic environment as an opportunity to help government run like a business, make government more responsive to taxpayers, and fully capitalize on the abilities of the County’s dedicated workforce.

It should be self-evident that this approach requires a high level of trust and buy-in. Therefore, wages and benefits must be equitable so as to promote and enable that approach, particularly in light of the fact that County employees have already gone three years without any general wage increase.

Negotiations between the County and OCEA in 2012 should be pioneering, constructive, and cooperative, and should result in new and effective ways to adjust to government’s new reality. It’s a bold approach to negotiations, and a bold effort to truly reinvent County government.

But anything less will be a disservice to the County, its employees, and to the taxpayers we all serve. Anything less will be unacceptable.

In solidarity,

Nick Berardino OCEA General Manager

Negotiations: A bold approach

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Apply now for a 2012 OCEA Board of Directors Scholarship

The Orange County Employees Association will award two $2,000 scholarships in August through the annual Board of Directors Scholarship program.

A selection committee will review each applicant’s high school transcripts, current GPA and personal recommendations. Applicants must write a 750-word essay describing how they would use their college education to improve the lives of working families. The essay will be the greatest determining factor in selecting scholarship winners.

Only children or stepchildren of OCEA members—including those whose legal guardian is an OCEA member—are eligible to apply. Students must also be enrolled, or intending to enroll, in an accredited community college, college or university for the Fall 2012 quarter or semester to qualify.

Applications can be downloaded from the “Hot Topics” menu on www.oceamember.org. They must be postmarked by 5 p.m. July 23. Awards will be presented to the winners at the Aug. 21 Board of Directors meeting.

May 1 5:30 p.m. Board of Directors meeting

May 8 Noon-1 p.m.; 5:30-7 p.m. Steward meeting

May 10 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. OCEA Food Truck Thursday

May 15 3 p.m. Board of Directors meeting

May 28 Memorial Day observed

June 5 5:30 p.m. Board of Directors meeting

June 12 Noon-1 p.m.; 5:30-7 p.m. Steward meeting

June 19 3 p.m. Board of Directors meeting

June 28 Noon-1 p.m. OCEA Presents: Social Networking

July 3 5:30 p.m. Board of Directors meeting

July 4 Independence Day observed

July 10 Noon-1 p.m.; 5:30-7 p.m. Steward meeting

July 12 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. OCEA Food Truck Thursday

July 17 3 p.m. Board of Directors meeting

July 23 5 p.m. OCEA Board of Directors Scholarship application deadline

July 26 Noon-1 p.m. OCEA Presents: Wills and Trusts

EMPLOYEEOrange County Employees Association

OFFICERSRobert Gibson. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .President

Lezlee Neebe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1st Vice President

Alan Dean Clow . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2nd Vice President

Butch Garcia. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Secretary

Chris Prevatt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Treasurer

Arlyn Buck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Insurance Officer

Frank Eley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Past President

COMMITTEE CHAIRSAlan Dean Clow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Legislative

Chris Prevatt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Budget/Finance

BOARD OF DIRECTORSSharron Anderson . . . . . . . . County Executive Office

Dan Beam. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sheriff-Coroner

Arlyn Buck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Social Services Agency

Alan Dean Clow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Public Defender

Maria Corona . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Health Care Agency

Frank Eley . . . . . . . . . . . . OC Public Works (RDMD)

Eusebio “Butch” Garcia . . . . . . Social Services Agency

Robert Gibson. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Probation

Gary Morrison. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Assessor’s Office

Paul Nguyen . . . . . . . . . . . . . Social Services Agency

Lezlee Neebe . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Superior Court Clerk

Cheryl Neuenschwander . . . . . .Superior Court Clerk

Chris Prevatt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Health Care Agency

Ryan Ramos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Health Care Agency

Anjali Sunny . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 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 2012 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 MuirDesign & Production: Kevin Rush

Staff Writer: Niyaz Pirani

830 North Ross StreetSanta Ana, CA 92701

(714) 835-3355

OCEA news briefs

OCEA calendar


First Food Truck Thursday raises nearly $500

OCEA members raised $472.50 for United Labor Agency of Orange County by participating in the first Food Truck Thursday of 2012. The money will be used to support unemployed and underemployed families locally.

Hundreds of OCEA members lined up for lunch at some of the County’s best food trucks on March 8. Each vendor contributed 15 percent of total sales to charity. Participating food trucks included Taco Maria, Bacon Mania, The Viking Truck, Rolling Sushi and Burger Monster. Push-cart ice cream vendor Front Porch Pops sold dessert at the event.

Food Truck Thursday was held in conjunction with the OCEA food drive, which also benefited ULAOC. For every three items brought in, participants received entry into an opportunity drawing for prizes. Winners were: Patricia Hernandez, Probation Department (Disneyland); Steve Otting, CEO Data Center (Disneyland); Jose Luis Valdez, Probation Department (Castle Park); and Debbie Pineda, Superior Court (AMC Theaters).

Food Truck Thursdays have been scheduled through the rest of the year; dates include May 10, July 12, Sept. 13 and Nov. 8. Participating vendors for the May 10 fundraiser are Piaggio on Wheels (Argentine), Dos Chinos (Mexican-Asian fusion), Rancho a Go Go (“Low & Slow” barbeque), Panfiniti (paninis and more), The Tailgate Truck (burgers and hot dogs) and Front Porch Pops (ice cream and popsicles).

Awards ceremony honors Child Support Services workers

OCEA members Espie Martinez, Angela Martinez, Thuy Nguyen, An Hua and Marilyn Grant were recognized in March for their contributions to the team at Child Support Services. The quarterly Labor Recognition Awards was started by former OCEA Board Member Phyllis Oudmayer as a way to recognize employees for their everyday accomplishments. Winners were presented with movie tickets and a slice of cake.

If you have a recognition program in your workplace, or know of a co-worker you believe deserves recognition in OCEA Employee magazine, contact OCEA Communications Specialist Niyaz Pirani at [email protected].

OCEA news briefs

Find OCEA news coverage

OCEA members can now access OCEA-related news coverage daily through the “OCEA in the News” feature on www.oceamember.org.

“OCEA in the News” is part of the “Hot Topics” menu on the website. “Hot Topics” provides OCEA members with links to the most important news, information and events at OCEA—and it’s now updated daily with a list of links highlighting the numerous news stories and videos by local, state and national media about OCEA and issues affecting working families.

To access the coverage, visit www.oceamember.org and locate “Hot Topics,” which is a blue bar on the left hand side of nearly every page on the website. Click the “OCEA in the News” link, and you’ll be taken to the stories. To read previous coverage, simply select “OCEA in the News” under the red “News & Media” navigation bar, which runs across the top of the homepage.

If you have questions, or would like to submit a story for inclusion, contact OCEA Communications Specialist Niyaz Pirani at [email protected].

Award winners (left to right): Thuy Nguyen, An Hua, Angela Martinez and Marilyn Grant. Not pictured: Espie Martinez.

Heather Beck serves a gourmet sausage from The Viking Truck.


OCEA news briefs

OCEA members should have received their 2012 membership cards in the mail in March.

OCEA membership gives members the opportunity to purchase upgraded dental, vision, disability and life insurance; members-only advance notice of special OCEA-sponsored events; and discounts to a wide range of services, entertainment and attractions. For current employees, membership also entitles them to representation by a skilled team of labor relations specialists.

For the first time, retired members will receive “OCEA Lifetime Membership” cards, which allows retired members to take advantage of the same great services as currently-employed OCEA members do—including access to Special Events and discount offers—without the need for an updated membership card each year.

If you have not received your card yet, please contact OCEA at (714) 835-3355 to arrange to pick one up or have one mailed to your home.

March 17 marked the one-year anniversary of the day that changed everything in Costa Mesa: It’s when the City Council handed out layoff notices to nearly half the workforce, when maintenance worker Huy Pham lost his life at City Hall, and when the City Council majority commenced an era of failed leadership.

It’s when politicians at the City of Costa Mesa declared war on their employees, making Costa Mesa “ground zero” in a coordinated political attack on working people everywhere.

Since then, the Council majority has spent hundreds of thousands of dollars on no-bid contracts, lawyers and consultants—all in pursuit of continuing their outsourcing scheme to advance a broader political agenda against working families.

And since then, we have fought them at every turn.

First, we filed a lawsuit challenging the City’s outsourcing scheme as illegal. Very quickly, a Superior Court judge issued a preliminary injunction prohibiting the outsourcing. The courts have denied several attempts by the City to have the case, or portions of it, thrown out. A trial is pending, but as of today, not one employee has been laid off.

Then, we hired an independent budget analyst to evaluate the Council majority’s claim that the City was on the brink of insolvency. Turns out the City was not. The City finished this year with a surplus, even after all their wasteful spending.

Meanwhile, the community has united in opposition to the Council’s failed efforts. They speak out at every City Council meeting, walk door-to-door in their neighborhoods and hold regular meetings to plan how they will reclaim Costa Mesa from the failed businessmen who are trying to hijack it.

The Council majority is so power hungry that late last year they proposed making Costa Mesa a charter city, just like the City of Bell, so they could increase their power and circumvent state law. They held the minimum number of public meetings required under the law in an effort to rush their charter to the June ballot, when voter turnout would be low.

In their haste, they missed a critical deadline for the Registrar of Voters to place the charter on the June ballot. Then they used public funds to try to get the courts to order a June charter election, but both a Superior Court judge and the Court of Appeal rejected their request summarily. Now, it looks like voters will decide on the charter in November, when voter turnout is higher and when three seats on the City Council will be at stake.

We still have a long way to go to continue to protect working families in Costa Mesa, Orange County and beyond. But our experience in Costa Mesa demonstrates how much we can accomplish when we stand up to fight back together.

Victories and anniversaries in Costa Mesa: The battle continues

2012 OCEA membership cards have arrived

Costa Mesa City Hall


What’s going on in your workplace? Contact OCEA Communications Specialist Niyaz Pirani at [email protected] if something is going on in your workplace you would like to see covered in OCEA Employee.

OCEA news briefs

Social Services Agency employees who are OCEA members should know there are committees in place to support them if they have workplace issues and suggestions, or if they want to follow up on information sent by OCEA staff through email.

With recent issues including proposed staff rotation, asbestos abatement at SSA ARC and the discovery of toxic chemicals at SSA Eckhoff, many members have found solace in the support provided by their peers and union representatives.

Members can participate on a variety of committees comprised of employees and management at various SSA locations throughout the County. As negotiated in our contract with the Agency, forums have been set up to review current caseload management practices, identify problem areas and explore potential improvements to workflow and working conditions.

OCEA members meet periodically to discuss their issues and then meet with management representatives in an effort to reach agreements on improvements.

Groups and their meeting locations include: Family Self Sufficiency Caseload Management Forum (SSA Headquarters); Children and Family Services Caseload Management Forum (SSA Eckhoff); Orangewood Open Forum (Orangewood Children and Family Center); In Home Supportive Services meeting (SSA Warner) and SSA Labor Management Committee (OCEA Headquarters).

To find out more about participating in a group or submitting an issue or suggestion, contact OCEA Labor Relations Representatives Tim Steed ([email protected]); Jamie Newton ([email protected]) and Josh Boudreaux ([email protected]).

After dragging their feet for months and ignoring requests by individual employees, their attorneys and OCEA, the County in February finally tested the soil under the 840 N. Eckhoff building, where a number of employees have reported experiencing a variety of illnesses including severe auto-immune diseases and pregnancy issues.

The testing found an industrial solvent called perchloroethylene, or perc, which has been found by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to be a “likely human carcinogen” that can cause a host of serious illnesses and reproductive issues as a result of long-term exposure at certain levels.

With confirmation that a chemical spill has occurred at the site, OCEA called for the immediate evacuation of the building and the neighboring 800 Eckhoff location. The County refused. Instead, they conducted air testing and concluded that the building is still safe for employees.

The County has refused to allow their testing to be observed. In addition, efforts by attorneys for a group of employees to conduct more comprehensive testing continue to be met with delay tactics.

Moreover, they have refused to answer a number of questions about the building’s history, the effect of past exposure, and some other critical questions related to workplace safety. Instead, they treated our request as being made under the California Public Records Act, and in their response, they said “no documents exist” to address many of those questions.

The County has said they plan to test the 800 and 744 Eckhoff locations for evidence of more chemical spills, and the separate court proceedings with employees continues to wend their way through the judicial process.

But in the meantime, OCEA continues to urge the County to immediately evacuate those buildings until they can, with certainty, say they’re safe for all employees and the public to inhabit and until they can answer some of the critical questions regarding the presence of toxic chemicals at the site.

We hope the County will do the right thing and make the health and safety of employees a priority.

Toxic chemicals found at SSA building; OCEA urges evacuation

OCEA members at SSA have many ways to get involved


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The fresh hot dogs. Yummy.

Maggie Jorth, Social Services Agency

Seeing employees having their morale boosted! Smiles, camaraderie, and a tasty hot dog...all good stuff!!!

Kim Morris Holland, Social Services Agency

It is a reminder that we are appreciated for the jobs that we do!

Kathy Fitzsimmons-Cortez, Social Services Agency

Talking with staff in a social setting while enjoying a hot dog of course!

Teresa McConkey, Social Services Agency

At my facility, we can’t leave for lunch, so it is nice for food to be brought to us! It’s greatly appreciated!

LeslieCourtneyMoffitt, Health Care Agency

I like the happiness it spreads through the office. Happiness must be a full belly.

Lorena Neyra Minton, Social Services Agency

Time to catch up with co-workers we only get to see in an elevator or in the lobby.

Lezlee Neebe, Superior Courts

Getting to see all my co-workers enjoying the lunch period!

April Marie Hooper, City of Costa Mesa City

Being with friends enjoying a yummy hot dog!

What is your favorite thing about going to OCEA hot dog visits at your workplace?


DATE AGENCY LOCATION

5/10 City of Placentia Placentia Yard

5/15 CEO—Library Headquarters 1501 E. St. Andrews Place, Santa Ana

5/17 MOB/OCH/Theo/Lamoreaux 401 The City Drive, Orange

5/21 HCA ETS (3:45 p.m.) 1030 W. Warner Ave., Santa Ana5/24 Probation—West Court PHN 8141 13th St., Westminister

5/29 Fountain Valley Yard 1730 Mount Hermann Ave., Fountain Valley

5/31 OCERS 2223 East Wellington Ave. #100, Santa Ana

6/4 OCPW 1143 Fruit St., Santa Ana6/5 OCWD 10500 Ellis Ave., Fountain Valley

6/11 Community Resources—HCS 1770 N. Broadway, Santa Ana

6/14 Harbor Justice Center— 4601 Jamboree Blvd., Newport Beach Newport Beach

6/18 SSA 744 N. Eckhoff St., Orange6/19 Newport Beach Municipal 592 Superior Ave., Newport Beach Operations Yard (2:30 p.m.)

6/21 SSA—CRO 2020 W. Walnut St., Santa Ana

6/25 Mesa Water District (4:30 p.m.) 1965 Placentia Ave., Costa Mesa 6/28 Irvine City Hall 1 Civic Center Plaza, Irvine

7/2 AMEA—City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., Anaheim7/3 OC Fire Authority 1 Fire Authority Road, Irvine7/5 AMEA Police Dept./Library 500 W. Broadway, Anaheim

7/9 Central Court/Law Library 515 N. Flower St., Santa Ana7/12 Registrar of Voters 1300 South Grand Ave., Bldg. C,

Santa Ana

7/16 Probation/CSS/Sheriff 909 N. Main St., Santa Ana 7/17 Moulton Niguel Water 26161 Gordon Road, Laguna Hills District—The Yard7/19 HCA 1241 E. Dyer Road, Santa Ana

7/23 Manchester Office Building 401 The City Drive, Orange7/26 Musick Farm 13502 Musick, Irvine

7/30 Harbor Court—Laguna Hills 23141 Moulton Parkway, Laguna Hills

7/31 City of Garden Grove 11222 Acacia Parkway, Garden Grove

8/2 John Wayne Airport 3160 Airway Ave., Costa Mesa

8/6 San Clemente 100 Avenida Presidio, San Clemente

8/9 AMEA—Public Works Yard House

8/13 OCPW—Glassel Yard (3:30 p.m.) 2301 Glassel Blvd., Orange8/16 SSA 115 Columbia, Aliso Viejo

8/20 City of Tustin Tustin Library Courtyard8/21 North Court 1275 North Berkeley, Fullerton8/23 CSS—Annual Staff 1055 N. Main St., Santa Ana Appreciation Day

8/28 Probation North 1535 E. Orangewood Ave., Anaheim8/30 SSA 23330/40 Moulton Pkwy., Laguna

Hills

9/4 The PIT 12 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana9/6 Sheriff—Aliso Viejo Substation 11 Journey, Aliso Viejo

9/13 Animal Control 561 The City Drive South, Orange

9/18 Sanitation District 10844 Ellis Ave., Foutain Valley9/20 Irvine Court 17112 Armstrong Ave., Irvine

10/2 OCEA Health Fair 830 N. Ross St., Santa Ana

10/8 Adoption Awareness SSA— 744 N. Eckhoff St., Orange Eckhoff

Unless otherwise noted, hot dog service begins at 11:30 a.m. at the listed location. This schedule is subject to change. For an up-to-date schedule, visit www.oceamember.org and select “2012 Hot Dog Schedule” under the “Get Involved” tab.

2012 schedule:

OCEA Hot Dog Wagon


FOOD TRUCKTHURSDAY

FOOD TRUCKS! FOOD DRIVE! OPPORTUNITY DRAWINGS!

11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. May 10, 2012OCEA, 830 N. Ross St., Santa Ana

Everyone is welcome to this FREE event! You will receive one raffle ticket for every three canned food items you bring. The more you bring, the more

chances you have to win great prizes to local attractions and theme parks.

PLEASE DONATE CANNED FOODS FOR THE FOOD DRIVE!Expired items will not be accepted.

15% of the food sales will benefit the ULAOC Food Bank. Food trucks are subject to change without notice. Free parking and seating is available.Contact Joanna Nachurski at 714-835-3355 for information or visit www.oceamember.org.

Dos Chinoslatin asian grub

Piaggioargentine cuisine

The Tailgate Truckburgers, hot dogs and fries

Panfinitipaninis and sandwiches

Front Porch Popshandmade frozen desserts

Rancho A Go Golow & slow barbeque


The OCEA Bargaining Team began meeting in early April with County officials, including an outside lawyer who they hired to lead the County’s bargaining efforts.

Those of you who have kept informed by reading our frequent communications and attending our general membership meeting should be very aware of the challenges we will face this year.

The news media including print, TV and radio have repeatedly spewed very negative comments about public employees and their unions. Much of this information has been misleading, absolutely false, inflammatory and politically motivated. One main example is all the talk about pensions. We never hear about the fact that we pay all the costs attributed to our enhanced benefit. The reason this important fact is omitted is because if the facts were known, the political value of attacking public employees would be significantly lessened.

Unfortunately we can’t change the toxic environment toward public employees that political opportunists have created. It is in this environment we must conduct negotiations. But we have the most powerful weapon possible to prevail and that weapon is the truth!

We anticipate we will have a long and bitter summer ahead of us but we are committed and ready. In fact, we look forward to the opportunity to exposing the truth about how much we have given and sacrificed to help the County to address its financial challenges.

We will be sending regular negotiations updates to your home email accounts. If you haven’t already, please sign up to receive these email updates by joining myocea at www.oceamember.org. And please take the time to read them so you are in the best possible position to make critical decisions later in the negotiations process.

Orange County contract negotiations begin

2012 OCEA Bargaining Team

Community Services UnitButch Garcia, Paul Nguyen, Benito Paredes

General UnitMaria Corona, Frank Eley, Gary Morrison, Ryan Ramos, Anjali Sunny,

Alicia Hernandez (alt.), Judy Perry (alt.), Rene Scharfe (alt.), Julie Sena (alt.)

Health Care Agency UnitTeresa Garcia, Steve Johnson, Susan Johnson, Christine Costa (alt.),

Andrew Sassani (alt.)

Office Services UnitSharron Anderson, Sandra Silverthorn, Pamela Waters

Probation Services UnitDenise Hernandez, Steve Mata, Ray Yarbrough,

Francisco Frias (alt.)

Probation Services Management UnitBrain Cochran, Greg Fall, Jerrold Succla

Sheriff’s Special Officer/Coroner UnitArtin Barin, Dan Beam, Henry Leber

Supervisory Management UnitArlyn Buck, Alan Dean Clow, Ian Foster, Chris Prevatt, Jae Simon, Kristina Jones (alt.), Virgillo Fermin (alt.), Ricardo Mendoza (alt.),

Tazia Reyna (alt.)


Do you know OCEA’s website?

www.oceamember.org

Homepage slide show: A frequently-rotated selection of OCEA’s most important informational items.

Find your department: A drop-down tool that allows users to navigate directly to their department’s news page within the OCEA website.

Hot Topics: Links to the most timely information including news, events, contest winners and more.

OCEA Classifieds: Members-only listings of items for sale, rental and vacation properties and services. There’s even a “Wanted” section to post items you are looking for.

Velece: Learn more about OCEA’s wholly-owned insurance subsidiary. Browse policy overviews and obtain quotes using Velece’s online form.

Meet Your Board: Learn more about the people who make up OCEA’s 19-member governing body.

OCEA Links: Websites that members might find useful.

OCEA Calendar: Information on upcoming OCEA events.

Find us on Facebook: A portal to OCEA’s Facebook page. “Like” us today to be the first to know about ticket discounts, view OCEA-related photos and video, and share photos, stories and discussion with fellow members.

OCEA Member News: A news feed of all communications sent from OCEA to members.

Orange County in the News: A news feed of OCEA-related stories from local media outlets.


Social Workerscelebrate appreciation month

Throughout the month of March, social workers are being lauded for their efforts to improve the quality of life for those in need as part of National Professional Social Work Month. This year’s recognition is themed “Social Work Matters.”

“Social workers weave together the threads of society’s social safety net,” said Elizabeth J. Clark, National Association of Social Workers Executive Director, in a release. “As the profession of hope, we help people overcome poverty, inequality, insecurity, fear, violence, trauma, loss and pain. What social workers do and how they do it does matter to our country’s success.”

Celebrated since 1984, the national recognition month was created to recognize social workers—more than 640,000 workers nationwide. Nearly 1,000 social workers are employed in Orange County and work to establish self-sustainability for residents here.

On a Thursday in March, nearly all 40 social workers at Social Services Agency in Cypress packed into a meeting room for an appreciation month event.

“You guys are awesome … most of the time,” SSA manager Nely Berea said to the group with a warm smile. “I want to thank you for your flexibility, for your hard work, for being a great social worker. I have to say, I just love being here. If they were to ask me to rotate, my choice would be ‘I want to stay here.’”

Social Worker II Michael Mestas said helping people who are down on their luck is important because hard times can happen to anyone. Mestas said recognition events like this

one are essential because they not only improve morale, but remind the public of the value of public employees.

“With things the way they are with the economy, why would you be attacking the middle class? It’s going to disappear,” he said. “Social Workers are probably needed now more than ever. Without services like that, where are we going to go? What kind of country will we have?”

Employees participated in raffles, received awards and enjoyed pizza provided by OCEA at the event.

“It is small things like this that make you feel appreciated,” said OCEA Board member Butch Garcia, a Social Worker II. “You’re not in this to make a million dollars. You’re here to help people who have ‘less-than,’ that are having a tough time, and you’re trying to get them back on their feet. We’re very blessed to have jobs that we like doing.”

Did you know?Court employees: Orange County Superior Court held an Employee Appreciation Day March 2 to recognize Court employees for their dedication and service to the Court and the public.

Administrative Professionals: “Admins, the Pulse of the Office” is the theme for Administrative Professionals Week, which runs April 22-28 this year. The recognition week, which celebrates more than 4.1 million secretaries and administrative assistants nationwide, has been held since 1952.

Nurses: “Advocating, Leading, Caring” is the theme for National Nurses Week, which runs May 6-12 this year. The recognition week, which celebrates 3.1 million registered nurses nationwide, has been held since 1954.

OCEA Senior Labor Relations Representative Jamie Newton presents Crystal Floyd, a Social Worker II, with a pair of Disneyland tickets.


CHRIS PREVATT FOR RETIREMENT BOARD

OCERS Retirement Board member and OCEA Past President Frank Eley endorses OCEA Board member and Treasurer Chris Prevatt for an open seat on the Retirement Board.

VOTE FOR CHRIS NOVEMBER 2012

ELECT A CANDIDATE WHO:• Is a proven leader • Is dependable • Is responsible • Is committed to advocating for employee interests

Chris Prevatt wants to avoid raising retirement contributions for OCEA members. We need Chris to advocate for employee rights on the Retirement Board along with Frank Eley.

“I know Chris from his work at OCEA. He has been true blue to the members and the people of OCEA. He is committed to the middle class and the preservation of the defined benefit system. I think he is the most qualified candidate.” – Frank Eley, OCERS Board/OCEA Board of Directors


OCEA’s Labor Relations Representatives spent the early part of 2012 visiting work locations in various OCEA-represented agencies. While representatives visit work sites throughout the year, these meetings had a special focus on negotiations.

The informal meetings are meant to give members the opportunity to interact with labor representatives and familiarize themselves with union issues and procedures.

OCEA members spoke about the issues that matter to them most, including employee pensions, negotiations strategy and schedule, member benefits and insurance, and retiree medical benefits.

Peter Pembrook, a Social Services Supervisor I at SSA in Cypress, said the visit provided better communication than he receives in the workplace because the information presented came directly from OCEA representatives.

“We actually have information we wouldn’t hear otherwise,” he said. “We see the big picture when they come out. Otherwise, it’s mostly hearsay (between employees).”

OCEA Board member Butch Garcia, a Social Worker II at the Cypress SSA location, said having face time with reps is an important part of each site visit because it allows members to put a face to a name.

“Employees get to find out who we are, begin to trust us and hopefully come to us for the good and the bad,” added OCEA Senior Labor Relations Representative Jamie Newton.

Newton said employees should know who to turn to in case of a discipline issue or management conflict, though, it’s also important to share success in the workplace, too.

“Sharing successes strengthens union solidarity within the agencies and throughout OCEA as a whole,” she said.

At one meeting, OCEA Steward Benito Paredes, a Mental Health Specialist with HCA, commended members for attending and urged them to get more involved in their union. As a workplace leader for OCEA, Paredes said union involvement starts by simply staying informed—a sentiment echoed by OCEA General Manager Nick Berardino.

“People need to come to participate—to be a part of what is going on—and they need to be informed because we’re going to have to make very difficult decisions, challenging decisions, given the nature of what’s happening now in the public sector,” he said. “(Members) can’t make those decisions unless they’re truly informed.”

OCEA Labor Relations Representatives Josh Boudreaux, Tim Steed and Jamie Newton (left to right) speak to SSA employees in Cypress.

OCEA site visitsMembers benefit from


On her last day working for the County of Orange, Phyllis Oudmayer chose a quiet exit. She told hardly anyone she was leaving, hoping to make as little fuss as she could at Child Support Services, where she worked since 1994.

While her last day at work drummed up many emotions, she said it didn’t compare to how she felt during her last meeting on the OCEA Board of Directors, where she has served since 2006. She came to OCEA on a whim, eager to see what this union was about, though she had labor in her blood—her father was a member of the Plumber’s and Pipe-Fitters union. She said participation here was part of her civic duty.

Phyllis reflected OCEA’s values in the workplace and created camaraderie between members by establishing the Excellence in Public Service Awards. Through the quarterly program, OCEA members awarded fellow members with awards in recognition of their efforts at work.

Phyllis recently discussed her career and union involvement.

Q: How did you get involved in public service and then OCEA?

A: I became an employee at the County in July 1994 as an extra help employee. I became a permanent employee in 1996 and discovered that I needed representation.

I had heard that OCEA wasn’t a union, that they didn’t do

much for their employees. All of my experiences with OCEA, bar none, have been par excellence. I have found, after being a steward and Board member, that many of the issues that employees said … were often inspired by their own actions.

Q: Taking a step back and speaking about the labor movement, what do you think are the consequences of not participating in your union?

A: It’s something I find to be very disheartening. There are so many people who say what they ‘don’t, don’t, don’t,’ instead of seeing that they ‘can, can, can.’ We’re not owed anything and anything worth having is worth fighting for. Becoming a well-informed citizen, whether you’re pro-union or anti-union, is a better citizen.

Q: If you had heard negative opinions of OCEA, what brought you in the door?

A: Because I’m a fact finder. I like to base a decision on my own experience.

I have found that our union reps here and our general manager are above par. Nick thinks so strategically, I have so much respect for this man. He thinks out of the box. He thought about doing the modified pension plan. He went to Washington State to see about the Lean Government program. OCEA works not only for the betterment of their members, but of the citizenry.

Excellence in serviceSaying goodbye to Phyllis Oudmayer

OCEA Board of Directors member Phyllis Oudmayer retired in March after working for the County since 1994.


Q: When did you go from steward to Board member, and in what ways did you use your position to better your workplace?

A: In 2006. I felt I could do more, have more of an impact. I had an outstanding relationship with our director at Child Support Services. He came from a labor point of view—in his earlier career he happened to be a steward with law enforcement. He was fully in favor of the Excellence for Public Service award for public employees that I instituted (at CSS) based upon the first President Bush’s actions.

Q: What was important to you about establishing that award?

A: I felt that sometimes the same people keep getting these excellence awards. Rather than be a complainer, I thought I should do something about it. If you don’t like something, what are you going to do to change it?

OCEA likes to acknowledge people and make sure they understand that they do matter, that their actions matter. OCEA met with me and we developed a certificate. OCEA also contributed movie tickets for the recipients. It’s truly an acknowledgement of someone who comes in, is the go-to person, and doesn’t do it to grandstand. They do it for the greater good, which is the whole premise of the award.

Q: How was it received?

A: The Director of CSS allowed me to place this on the agenda of Town Hall meetings. … That is total support. That is what we’re supposed to be doing—working with the County, instead of as adversaries. We do need to be adversarial at times, but the premise should be a win-win. Let’s get to ‘yes,’ let’s move forward from where we are.

Q: What were some of the most rewarding and challenging times for you as a Board member?

A: This organization truly reaches out to people. I’ve seen us

as a Board provide gift cards to employees who had been laid off to help them during the holidays. We did food drives. I’m proud that I was, at one time, the scholarship chair and helped students.

The most challenging time was when we were going for 2.7@55. We were trying to communicate why our membership needed to support this. This was a way for them to have a pension that would supply them with adequate funds to actually survive as a retiree. I know that I could not have retired if it weren’t for 2.7@55.

Leaving Child Support was sad, but one of the hardest things I’ve ever had to do was retire from this Board. I’ve made some good friends on this Board.

Q: What would you like to tell others about the benefits of being an OCEA member?

A: I’d like them to appreciate the fact that this organization communicates clearly with its members, and not to become annoyed because they’re receiving numerous emails from Nick. He wants people to understand what’s going on. I’d like people, to the best of their ability, to step up to the plate and understand that if they lose this fight, they lose more than their retirement.

Q: What will you do in retirement?

A: I plan on being very busy. I have a master’s degree in organizational management and I’m certified as a mediator. I was thinking about doing a class in leadership or volunteering as a mediator. I plan on doing crafts and watching my grandchild. My mom has Alzheimer’s, so I hope to bring her to Orange County a couple of times a week to give my dad a respite.

I’m open to whatever happens. You have to be open. It’s a new chapter. It’s going to be an exciting chapter.

Phyllis Oudmayer, along with OCEA Senior Labor Relation Representatives Aaron Peardon and Jamie Newton, accepts an award from Steve Eldred, Director of Child Support Services, at the CSS Staff Appreciation Day in August 2011.


Meet yourOCEA Board members

Ryan RamosResearch Analyst IV, Health Care AgencyOCEA member since 2006OCEA Board member since 2012

Q: Why did you become an OCEA Board member, and what makes you want to serve the membership in this capacity?

A: I have benefited greatly from the efforts of OCEA, though I did not fully appreciate the dedicated effort and sacrifice of those involved in OCEA’s leadership. Over the last couple years, I have become much more involved with OCEA. This involvement allowed me to better understand that there is a lot of hard work most members do not see or realize is undertaken on their behalf by a devoted group of individuals. Seeing this left me with a sense of duty to become actively involved in the process, not only for myself but for all OCEA members.

Q: As a new Board member, what are some of the things you hope to learn from the OCEA Board of Directors, and what are some of the things you want to contribute?

A: The current Board has a wealth of experience and knowledge. I hope I can tap into this wisdom to get a better understanding of how OCEA operates and a better understanding of the often monumental challenges faced by labor—especially in these times of economic unrest. There has never been a time in recent history where the livelihood of so many working men and women has faced such consternation and challenges from the public. In my adult life, I have always dedicated my time and abilities to

causes greater than myself, through participation in non-profit boards or volunteering for a worthy cause. Dedicating oneself to something greater than oneself not only instills a sense of humility, but also allows one to appreciate what they have. Therefore, I hope to complement the Board of Directors, and, in turn, OCEA members with my experience and dedication.

Q: What words of advice do you have for fellow OCEA members who want to get involved but don’t know where to start?

A: The challenges facing the men and women in the public sector have never been greater. As an individual, the single greatest contribution one can make is taking the time to better understand the issues and educate others about the issues. It is imperative each and every member not only take the time to become knowledgeable about the issues facing OCEA, but also take this knowledge and educate others. To obtain this knowledge, it is essential to become as active as possible by involving oneself in OCEA activities, including, but not limited to, becoming a steward and attending as many OCEA events as possible.

Q: OCEA celebrates unity and solidarity. Why do you feel it is important to stay together, and how can OCEA members accomplish this at the workplace and outside of the workplace?

A: Throughout history, the labor movement’s greatest asset has been the ability of its members to come together for a common cause. Only when you have this unification—as one voice—can there be any real change. These days, more so than ever, there are constant forces pushing to break the unity of labor and the quality of life labor provides to its members. However, historically, these are the times when labor has been most effective. With the guidance of OCEA leadership, each member must understand the integral role he or she has in unifying OCEA as one voice. There is no better way to do this than to live by example, by informing oneself and taking an active role in OCEA activities and encouraging other OCEA members and even non-members to do the same. However, being part of the labor movement does not mean your obligations end with the workday. Rather, it is essential to support the cause by supporting all of labor, including attending outside OCEA and non-OCEA sponsored events and frequenting only labor merchants.


Anjali SunnyEducational Services Coordinator, OC Sheriff’s DepartmentOCEA member since 2001OCEA Board member since 2012

Q: Why did you become an OCEA Board member, and what makes you want to serve the membership in this capacity?

A: I became an OCEA Board member because I would like to prevent the mistreatment and injustice of hard-working employees. I have always wanted to serve and represent the members and participate in the democratic process for positive change.

Q: As a new Board member, what are some of the things you hope to learn from the OCEA Board of Directors, and what are some of the things you want to contribute?

A: I am looking forward to new experiences and striving to become a better individual, and I believe learning from experienced Board members is a priceless education. I want to bring new insight and a fresh perspective to issues and concerns.

Q: What words of advice do you have for fellow OCEA members who want to get involved but don’t know where to start?

A: Go for it! You have nothing to lose and have everything to gain. Getting involved can be as simple as staying informed by reading OCEA’s emails and communicating with fellow employees and stewards. Also, try attending our general membership meetings, seminars and workshops to keep up to date with changing policies and become better prepared for the future. Becoming a steward is a more hands-on approach to assisting fellow co-workers, but it is a rewarding course of action in itself.

Q: OCEA celebrates unity and solidarity. Why do you feel it is important to stay together, and how can OCEA members accomplish this at work and outside of the workplace?

Helen NenadalCosta Mesa City Employees Association PresidentFacilities Maintenance Technician, City of Costa MesaCity employee since 1981CMCEA member since 1981

Q: How long have you been involved in CMCEA and why did you become President of the Association?

A: I have been on the CMCEA Board since the mid 1990s. I wanted to become President because I felt I could be fair and impartial in representing the employee needs to the City of Costa Mesa. I accepted the office of President as I felt I could help the employees of the City and further the goals of the City of Costa Mesa at the same time.

Q: What was the atmosphere like for city employees in previous years, and how have you, as a workplace leader, tried to improve morale since the layoffs were announced in March 2011?

A: Prior to the events of March 2011, the atmosphere in the City of Costa Mesa was one of mutual respect and admiration. Strange though it may sound, people enjoyed coming to work. There was a spirit of cooperation and support. You trusted your co-workers and the leaders of the City, believing that each had the best interest of the City of Costa Mesa as their motivation.

Since the current Council majority made clear its lack of respect for City employees and the work they do, morale has taken a downward turn that continues to spiral today. To say it is a challenge is an understatement. Each employee who has received multiple layoff notices takes the actions of the Council as a personal attack.

The CMCEA Board has increased the frequency of our meetings to make support efforts more accessible. We try to

Want to read more from your OCEA Board of Directors?Visit the bottom left corner of OCEA’s homepage at www.oceamember.org and select “Meet Your Board” for bios and links to interviews and articles about OCEA’s board.

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share good news as quickly as possible and cast a positive-but-honest light upon items that don’t quite ‘go our way.’ We want employees to appreciate that they still have jobs, and remind them they are not alone in their plight. Our Board has encouraged the employees to treat each other like family.

Q: Hundreds of news stories have been written locally and nationally about the City Council’s attempt to layoff nearly half of the staff. Were you prepared for the media blitz prompted by the layoffs in publications including the Los Angeles Times, New York Times and The New Yorker?

A: I was not prepared for the media attention. I never saw the plight of 200-plus individuals becoming an item of national importance. The media attention would have been overwhelming if not for the support of OCEA and specifically the efforts of Jamie Newton and Jennifer Muir. The two of them have supported CMCEA in this battle.

I am saddened that the only reason I am in the news is because of the callous actions of the City Council majority for personal political gain. I wish all parties could return to working toward our common goal of providing services to Costa Mesa residents.

Q: Union membership has declined nationwide. To you, what is the importance of supporting unions and participating in them?

A: I was honestly not aware of the impact of the union family until this past year. I knew from my experience on the Board that unions stood by their employees. I was aware the union provided us representation and guidance in our negotiations with the City of Costa Mesa. I did not, however, recognize the solidarity of the unions.

The support for the employees of Costa Mesa has stretched far beyond the limits of the City, far beyond the County lines and in some cases beyond the borders of California. It is an amazing feeling to know others appreciate the circumstances we face. There are people we don’t know who stand beside us, not only physically, but emotionally and financially. We share a common goal—the protection of working class—and it’s that common goal that instills a sense of pride Costa Mesa employees.

A: It’s extremely important to stay unified as we try and grow our solidarity as a union. Challenges will always come our way, and in many forms, but we can accomplish our goals easier if we focus our energy and talents collectively. At work, recruit new OCEA members and communicate with fellow employees to suppress rumors and stay correctly informed. Join the effort to voice real issues at rallies and meetings, and you will soon realize all of us have similar ideas and concerns about our futures. We are in this together, so it only makes sense to fight as one.

Payroll deductions for your tax return

The OCEA payroll deduction amounts for membership dues, voluntary insurance plans, other benefit programs, OCEA POPL, and agency fees for 2011 are listed below.

Dental DHMO—DeltaCare CAM 42 Member Only Member with Member with 1 Dependent 2 or more Dependents

Health & WelfareParticipants (Option 1) $77.40 $107.36 $287.44



Non-Health & WelfareEnrollee $235.84 $447.44 $659.04

Retiree $235.91 $447.40 $659.12

Delta Dental DPO Plan A+ Member Only Member with Member with 1 Dependent 2 or More Dependents

Health & WelfareParticipants (Option 1) $316.94 $842.66 $1,597.96



Non-Health & WelfareEnrollee $674.96 $1,248.78 $1,984.58

OCEA Annual Membership Dues (County & Court)

Full-Time $263.12

Part-Time or Extra-Help $131.56

Note: Members of OCEA affiliates or contract associations should contact OCEA Benefits

Staff.

Vision Service Plan Insurance Member Only Member with Member with 1 Dependent 2 or More Dependents

Option 1 no charge $49.68 $176.64

Option 2 no charge $49.68 $176.64

Option 3 $61.20 $80.16 $143.76

Non-H & W enrollee $110.64 $160.32 $287.52

Retiree $110.76 $160.44 $287.52

Pre-Paid Legal InsuranceBasic Plan $179.52

Basic Plan with

24-hour coverage $191.52

Extended Plan $287.52

Agency Fee payers: Full-Time $194.66; Part-Time $97.33

OCEA Peace Officer Protective League members: $264 (in addition to OCEA dues deduction)

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OCEA coupons

AutoNation Employee DiscountPower Toyota Cerritos, part of the largest automotive retailer in America, now offers all OCEA members their AutoNation employee discount on both new and used car purchases.

New cars: Invoice pricing • Used cars: Market valueService and parts: 20% off

For more information please contact Roman Duenas at (714) 917-9791. Restrictions apply.

BUY ONE FLIGHT, GET ONE FREEFlight prices: $159 to $289 per person ages 3 & up

A photo ID, signed OCEA membership card and this coupon are all required when you board the helicopter. No exceptions!

To book your flight please contact OC Helicopters at (949) 251-6262Prices based on the flight time: 10 min, 15 min, 20 min or 25 min. To book the flight credit card information is required. Reservations 2 weeks in advance suggested. Must mention OCEA membership. Weight restrictions of up to 225 lbs. Higher weight accommodations available at an additional cost. Please visit www.WeFlyOC.com for all the details/fine print.

FREE 12 oz. fountain drink or free side saladwith the purchase of any regular priced entrée.

Valid only at The Block of Orange location:

20 City Blvd West #F1, Orange, CA 92868 • (714)769-4031

Signed OCEA membership card along with this coupon required to claim your discount.

Receive best customer service possible along with

20% OFF ON YOUR NEXT PHOTO ORDER Offer includes wedding, portrait, family and personal photography plans.

Contact George Reyes at (714) 609-0039 or email [email protected]

For samples of work visit www.s8vedphotography.com.

OCEA membership card and this coupon must be presented at the time of service. It cannot be combined with any other discount offer. Other restrictions may apply.

BUY ONE GAME, GET ONE FREESaving up to $18

Irvine Lanes, 3415 Michelson Drive, Irvine, CA 92612 (949) 786-962510 a.m.-11 p.m. Mon. and Sun.; 8:30 a.m.-12 a.m. Tues. and Wed.;

10 a.m.-1 a.m. Thurs.; 10 a.m.-1 a.m. Fri. and Sat.

Limited to maximum of 3 games free. Subject to lane availability. Not valid for Galaxy Bowling on Fri. & Sat. nights. One coupon per member, per visit. OCEA membership card and this coupon must be presented at time of check-in. For more information on Irvine Lanes and programs offered please visit www.irvinelanes.com.

$40ANY SMOG

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

Special savings for OCEA members! Cut out your coupons to save on services and dining.

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AMUSEMENT PARKS

CASTLE PARk: $15.99/adult; $11.99/child under 48” (Reg. $24.99 & $16.99). Tickets expire Dec. 31. Tickets only available online.

DISNEYLAND: For the most current list of Disney Days ticket options and prices please visit OCEA’s website www.oceamember.org. Tickets only available online.

kNOTT’S BERRY FARM: $31/adult; $22/juniors ages 3-11 and seniors ages 62 and over (Reg. $58.99 & $26.99). Tickets expire Dec. 31. Tickets also available online.

LEGOLAND: Single-day admission with 2nd day free: $55/person ages 3 & up (Reg. $72/adult; $62/child). Tickets also available online. LEGOLAND Resort (LEGOLAND, SEA LIFE Aquarium & Water Park admission with 2nd day free): $65/person ages 3 & up (Reg. $95/adult; $85/child). Tickets only available online. All tickets expire Dec. 31.

SAN DIEGO ZOO: $34/adult; $26/child ages 3-11 (Reg. $42 & $32). Tickets expire Aug. 2.

SAN DIEGO ZOO SAFARI PARk: $34/adult; $26/child ages 3-11 (Reg. $42 & $32). Tickets expire Aug. 2.

SEA WORLD SAN DIEGO: Single-day admission: $48/person ages 3 & up (Reg. $73/adult; $65/child); Tickets expire 12-13-12. Fun Card: $60/person ages 3 & up (Reg. $73/adult; $65/child); Black-out dates: May 26-27; July 21 and 28; Aug. 4 and 11; Sept. 2. Fun Cards available for purchase now through June 15. Tickets expire Dec. 31. Tickets also available online.

SIx FLAGS MAGIC MOUNTAIN: $32/person (Reg. $61.99/adult; $36.99/child). Tickets expire Dec. 31. Tickets also available online.

UNIVERSAL STUDIOS HOLLYWOOD: $67/person ages 3 & up (Reg. $77). Blackout dates apply for revisits only. Annual Pass w/blackouts, Annual Pass w/out blackouts and Premium Star Pass are also available. Tickets only available online.

DINNER ENTERTAINMENT

MEDIEVAL TIMES DINNER & TOURNAMENT: $42/adult; $32/child ages 12 & under (Reg. $57.95 & $35.95). Reservation required. Tickets expire Sept. 30.

PIRATE’S DINNER ADVENTURE: $36/adult; $28/child ages 3-11 (Reg. $59 & $40). Reservation required. Tickets expire Nov. 30.

MOVIE THEATERS

AMC THEATRES (LOEWS & CINEPLEx): $6/person (Reg. $11.50).

CENTURY CINEMA: $7.50/person (Reg. $11.50).

kRIkORIAN PREMIERE THEATRES: $7.50/person (Reg. $11).

REGAL ENTERTAINMENT GROUP: Restricted admission: $6.50/person. Unrestricted admission: $7.50/person (Reg. $12).

ONE-TIME EVENTS

PAGEANT OF THE MASTERS: $43/person; 8:30 p.m. Sunday, July 15. Ticket quantity is very limited. Sold on first come, first serve basis only.

SEGERSTROM CENTER FOR THE ARTS: Check www.oceamember.org for current details. Offer only available online.

OUT OF AREA

TICkETS AT WORk: Discount admissions on a variety of attractions nationwide: Walt Disney’s World Resort; Cirque du Soleil; Universal Orlando Resort; Las Vegas shows and hotels; south Florida sports, concerts, and events; New York and Broadway specials; Six Flags (all locations). It also offers up to 25% off on car rentals! Offers only available online.

SO CAL ATTRACTIONS

AQUARIUM OF THE PACIFIC: $18/adult; $11/child ages 3-11 (Reg. $24.95 & $13.95). Tickets expire Nov. 30. Tickets also available online.

BOOMERS! (FAMILY FUN CENTERS): $15/person ages 3 & up (Reg. $29.95).

CATALINA FLYER: $54/adult; $40/child ages 3-12 (Reg. $68 & $51). Reservation required. Tickets expire Dec. 31.

CATALINA ExPRESS: $61/adult; $51/child ages 3-12 (Reg. $72.50 & $56.50). Reservation required. Black-out dates: May 26-28; July 3-5; Sept. 1-3. Tickets expire Dec. 31.

DISCOVERY SCIENCE CENTER: $11/person ages 3 & up (Reg. $12.95 & $9.95).

k1 SPEED: $15/person (Reg. $25.95). Drivers must be at least 4’11”.

MADAME TUSSAUDS WAx MUSEUM, HOLLYWOOD: $14/person ages 3 & up (Reg. $25). Tickets expire 12 months from the date of purchase. Tickets only available online.

NEWPORT LANDING WHALE WATCHING: $15/adult; $10/junior ages 3-12 (Reg. $30 & $25). Tickets are not available at the OCEA Special Events office. Visit www.oceamember.org for more information.

SPORTS

DAVEY’S LOCkER SPORTFISHING: ½ day: $31/adult; $25/junior ages 12 & under (Reg. $41.50 & $34). Tickets are not available at the OCEA Special Events office. Visit www.oceamember.org for more information. OCEA membership required at the point of checking in.

LOS ANGELES ANGELS OF ANAHEIM: 50% off regular price tickets for select games. Check www.oceamember.org for game schedule and ticket prices. Tickets only available online.

SEASONAL

kNOTT’S SOAk CITY: $24/adult; $20/student ages 3-11 (Reg. $32.99 & $22.99). Season duration: May 19–Sept. 16. Tickets valid at Buena Park, Palm Springs and San Diego location. Tickets also available online.

RAGING WATERS: $24/person (Reg. $36.99 & $24.99). Season duration: May 12–Sept. 16. Tickets also available online.

SIx FLAGS HURRICANE HARBOR: $22.99/person (Reg. $37.99/adult & $29.99/child 48” and under). Season duration: May 26–Sept. 30. Tickets only available online.

WILD RIVERS WATERPARk: The park is negotiating with the County of Orange to relocate Wild Rivers to the Great Park area in 2014.

Special savings for OCEA members! Check OCEA’s website, www.oceamember.org, for full details.

Please note: Ticket prices subject to change. Visit OCEA’s website, www.oceamember.org, for most current information.

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To enter, send an email to [email protected] by May 31 with “Magazine contest” as the subject. There will only be one winner, and the prize this time is a mystery item.

The winner will be announced at www.facebook.com/oceamember on June 1.


AUTOMOTIVE & CAR RENTALS

The Red Book: New cars at fleet prices! For details, go to www.redbook4autos.com or call (800) 422-4561.

Avis: Up to 25% savings on selected cars through corporate program. OCEA corporate code T815000. (800) 331-1212.

Budget: Up to 25% savings on selected cars through corporate program. OCEA corporate code X627900. (800) 455-2848

Dollar Rent-A-Car: 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.

EZ Auto Test Only: Smog all vehicles including motor homes, change of title, out of state, and gross polluters! We are located at 2208 N. Main Street #B, Santa Ana, CA 92706 (at the corner of Main and Buffalo Street; near School First Credit Union). For details please call (714) 542-9400. Clip coupon on page 25.

GotCarWash.com: Free “unlimited” full service car washes for 30 days and free enrollment. After free period expires, washes are $29.99 for standard vehicles and $34.99 for oversized vehicles. Prices are charged on a per month basis. Membership is automatically renewed for convenience until you cancel.

Hertz: 5% off daily and weekly rentals! Join Hertz #1 Gold Club online and save more! Corporate code: 1335448. Call (800) 654-8216.

Power Toyota Cerritos: Part of the largest automotive retailer in America now offers OCEA members their AutoNation employee discount on car purchases. New cars—Invoice pricing. Used cars—market value. Service and parts—20% off. For more information please contact Roman Duenas at (714) 917-9791. Some restrictions apply.

Thrifty Car Rental: Great savings through Tickets-At-Work Corporate Program! Call (800) 847-4389. Corporate code 0010229234.

BANKING

Citibank: Citibank now offers the Citi @ Work Program, designed to make local government employees’ lives easier and their banking experience better. The benefits include, but are not limited to, no monthly service fees with direct deposit, rewards points for eligible linked products and services, rate discounts on Personal Loans, Custom Credit Line and Home Equity Loans and Lines of Credit, free financial education seminars on topics such as home buying, preparing for retirement and more! For more information please visit www.oceamember.org.

CANDIES, FLOWERS & MORE

Cherry Moon Farms: 15% discount on hundreds of orchard-fresh gifts that make every occasion special. For more information call (800) 210-2279. Corporate code: OCEA.

Gold Canyon Candles: “The World’s Finest”® line of candles, bath and body products and home products including home fragrance in the form of scented candles, room sprays and sachets! 10% off any order and free gift with every purchase. Please contact Nancy Bernardo at (562) 761-0373 or by email [email protected]. Company website www.GoldCanyon.com

Personal Creations: 15% discount on a variety of personalized gifts, perfect for any occasion. 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.

See’s Candy: Gift certificates good for 1 lb. at any See’s store! OCEA-members price $14 (Reg. $16.10). Certificates are available at the OCEA Special Events office by cash or ATM/debit card.

CHIROPRACTIC & DENTAL SERVICES

Orthodontic Office of Mark J. Weisenberg, DDS, MS: Excellent discounts on Invisalign treatments and orthodontic braces. Delta Dental provider. Located in Villa Park. To schedule your appointment, call (714) 974-9000.

COSMETICS & SKIN CARE

Avon: 10% off plus free shipping & gift for all online orders. Visit www.youravon.com/leticialopez.

mark.: 15% discount (before tax and shipping) on any order placed. Please sign up on www.mymarkstore.com/ibarriga. Purchases over $30 receive free shipping to your home with checkout code MARKFS30. If your order is under $30, simply contact Iriss at (714) 235-5925 by phone or text. She can place the order and still give you free shipping to your home. Please use “contact me” on website or send email to [email protected] and mention OCEA so your 15% discount check can be processed at that time. Iriss will also send you a free Juice Gem lip-gloss valued at $6.50 with every $30+ order.

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.

Skin Fitness, LLC: 20% off regular prices for all OCEA members on all services except medical. For more information please contact Petra Golding at (714) 832-4001 or by email [email protected].

Votre Vu: Fine French, naturally-based, Skin Care Products. OCEA members receive a 20% discount on their net retail order, before tax and shipping. Contact Kathy at (714) 260-7878 or place your order online at www.votrevu.com/kathyluvsparis. Follow Kathy on the latest Votre Vu monthly specials, discounts and beauty tips on her facebook page www.facebook.com/KathyPardeeVVBA. You may also visit her blog www.kathyluvsparis.com.

ENTERTAINMENT & TRAVEL

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

Grand Canyon Railway: OCEA members save 20% on round-trip tickets or 10% on already-discounted packages with the Grand Canyon Railway. For more information or to make your reservation call (866) 422-9724 and use Promo Code: CDOCEA

Palm Springs Aerial Tramway: As an OCEA member you can enjoy all the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway’s attractions at a 10-15% discount. The Alpine Club membership cards are available at the OCEA Special Events Office free of charge!!! Cards are valid thru December 2012. Card valid for up to 6 persons. Discount contact (760) 325-1391.

SCAT Travel: Offers substantial discounts on a variety of exciting cruises exclusively for OCEA members. Contact Sandy Cuny at (714) 669-9019 or by email [email protected].

Tickets-At-Work: Discount admissions on a variety of attractions nationwide: Walt Disney’s World Resort; Cirque du Soleil; Universal Orlando Resort; Las Vegas shows and hotels; south Florida sports, concerts, and events; New York and Broadway specials; Six Flags (all locations). You can also receive up to 25% off on car rentals!

FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT

Irvine Lanes: Various discounts are now available to OCEA members at the Irvine Lanes! Visit 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.

kids Bowl Free: Sign your children up for 2 free games of bowling all summer long at www.kidsbowlfree.com. Program ends Sept. 30. In association with the Kids Bowl Free program, Irvine Lanes offers an unlimited shoe pass for $20 (offer expires May 31). For a full list of participating bowling centers near you, visit www.kidsbowlfree.com and click “Find a Bowling Center Near You.”

LEGAL

The Law Office of Andrew J. Ulwelling: 30% off total charges. The Law Office of Andrew J. Ulwelling offers legal services focusing on drafting wills & trusts, assisting trustees in settling estates, aiding in the formation of business entities and family law matters in Orange, Los Angeles, Riverside, San Diego and San Bernardino counties. Mr. Ulwelling is an active member of the Orange County Bar Association. For more details please call (949) 637-2306 or visit website http://ulawoffice.com.

PARTY RENTALS

OC Fun Party Rentals: Looking for a jumper rental company that offers safe, clean, affordable and great-looking jumpers? OCEA members receive 15% discount! For more information call (714) 914-7159, email [email protected] or visit their website www.OCFunRentals.com.

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 [email protected] (please put “silly racers” in the subject area).

PET CARE

United Pet Care: Affordable veterinary savings programs guarantees savings of 20-50% on every veterinary visit! United Pet Care California, 24361 El Toro Rd., Suite 280, Laguna Woods, CA 92653. Phone: (949) 916-7374, fax: (949) 916-7376. Taking your pet to the vet has never been easier, or more affordable!

PHOTOGRAPHY

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!

S8ved Photography: For your next Kodak-moment call George Reyes at (714) 609-0039 or email him [email protected]. Save 20% on any order. Visit www.s8vedphotography.com.

SCRAPBOOKING

Digital Personal Publishing: Great savings on story-booking to cherish for years to come! Professional consultation offered by Melodie Jones at (714) 401-0926 or [email protected].

SERVICES

ConnectYourHome: An independent authorized retailer offers great discounts on DISH Network, DIRECTTV, HughesNet, Charter Cable, Time Warner Cable, Verizon FiOS and ADT. For more details visit OCEA website www.oceamember.org or call Customer Service at (888) 566-9379.

WELLNESS

15 West: Functional training (plyometric and isometric exercises designed to increase flexibility and functional movements). Group workouts are comprised of 15 stations, each station is 2 minutes long and the workouts change every 3 weeks. Discount offer: Single session $8 (reg. $10); 3 months of unlimited group sessions for $150 (reg. $240); 20% off personal training sessions when purchasing package deals. Rates vary based on training needs, call for details, (714) 495-1305.

LA Fitness: $0 initial fee and $29.99 per month, month-to-month basis. Family add-ons same as OCEA member. Corporate vouchers are available at the OCEA Special Events office.

WIRELESS

AT&T: County of Orange Employees receive up to 15% discount off their monthly service fee for rate plans with minutes or data usage included. Existing and new users qualify for the discount! For more information please contact Jeannie Acosta, (310) 990-1262 or [email protected].

Sprint: Save 18% on select regularly priced monthly service plans (requires two-year agreement). Visit www.sprint.com/californialocalgovernment for details. If you are an existing customer, please call (866) 853-4931 to inquire about your discount. Corporate id: GLLCA_WSC_ZZZ. For more information contact Spring Public Sector Sales Rep., Karen Patton via email [email protected].

T-Mobile: 15% discount on qualifying monthly recurring phone charges. Promotion code: 13302TMOFAV. Discount contact: Jim Conger, (949) 228-2129. Email: [email protected].

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

Special savings for OCEA members! Check OCEA’s website, www.oceamember.org, for full details.

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 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 at [email protected]. Ticket hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.

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CARPOOLERS NEEDED

Visit www.ridematch.info to request a carpool matchlist from the regional rideshare agency. Learn more about alternative commute options at www.commutesmart.info.

FOR SALE

kid’s furniture. Thomas the Train play table with two chairs and matching story storage; in good condition. Information: Delicia, 949-232-0902 or [email protected]. 2/12

Diamond ring. One carat, never worn, size 8; from Harris Jewelers in Oceanside. $900. Pictures are available. Information: Laura, (714) 388-7095. 2/12

kittens. Litter of three kittens were saved from the shelter on their last day. The animals are loving, curious, friendly and ready to find their homes. They are spayed/neutered, microchipped, FIV/FeLV negative and up-to-date on vaccinations. $75 per kitten (to help cover the cost of health procedures), $120 if two are adopted in a pair. Information: Julie, [email protected]. 1/12

Drum set. Complete drum set with bass drum with peddle, 2 tom drums, standing large tom drum, snare drum, snare stand, high hat with peddle, crash cymbal, adjustable drum throne ($300). Information: Dianne, (949) 294-5278 or [email protected]. 12/11

China hutch. Solid wood china hutch with 9 drawers, top lights and glass shelving, excellent condition, $300, or best offer. Information: Laura, (714) 388-7092. 12/11

St. John knits estate sale. Women’s size 10, large selection of dresses, suits/pant suits, jump suits. Variety of colors. Information: (714) 319-3754 or [email protected]. 12/11

Women’s designer suits. Sizes 4-8, large selection of pant suits/skirt suits, $50 each. Variety of colors. Information: Lynn, (714) 865-3646. 12/11

RENTALS

Apartment in Anaheim, near Euclid, Lincoln and Ball. 2 master bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, laundry room and on-site parking. Air conditioning, tile floor, newly-remodeled kitchen.1,500 sq. ft. Water/gardener included; no pets. $1,450/month; $1,100. Available June 1. Information: Ann, (714) 731-3424. 4/12

Room in Orange. Room includes private bathroom. Rent includes utilities, wireless internet, kitchen use, access to pool, spas, gym, tennis court, volleyball court and pool tables. $700/month; $300 deposit. Information: Adrianna, (949) 322-5660. 3/12

Room in Corona, in Horse Thief Canyon near 15 Freeway. Furnished or unfurnished room includes private bathroom, utilities, cable, house privileges, one space in garage, access to community pools, weight room, tennis courts and clubhouse. $475/month; $475 deposit. Renter must be one person, no pets, no smoking, no drugs. Information: Alan, 951-226-8604. 12/11

House in Santa Ana, near Mater Dei High and South Coast Plaza. 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms; includes laundry room and small den. Corner lot with a large back yard; water bill and gardener included. Handicap parking available. $2,100/month; $1,500 deposit. Information: (714) 574-8246. 12/11

Room in Fullerton. Room is in a two-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment near Fullerton College Library and Hill Crest Park. $600, plus utilities. Roommate would preferably be a single Christian female. Information: Donna, (714) 336-1355. 12/11

Townhouse in Irvine. 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, parking garage and 1 covered parking spot. Townhouse includes laminated wood floors in dining and living room and large side yard. Townhouse is in a safe community with a swimming pool. Available Aug. 15. $2,180/month; $2,180 deposit. Information: Lily, (949) 302-6827. 7/11

RETIREE SERVICES

Retired Employees Association. Join the Retired Employees Association. Participate for only $1 a month. Information: (714) 840-3995, fax (714) 840-7189, email [email protected] or www.reaoc.org.

Orange County Office on Aging. Free information on services for older adults, (800) 510-2020.

VACATIONS/VACATION RENTALS

Royal Caribbean cruise vouchers. Three WestGate Travel Club vouchers worth $300 each for travel on Royal Caribbean. Vouchers can be used to purchase a trip, or like cash while on the ship. Vouchers must be activated 30 days before use or travel. $800 for all three vouchers. Information: Vanessa, 714-420-1903 or [email protected]. 3/12

Cabin in Lake Arrowhead. 2 bedrooms, 1 1/2 bath, sleeps 5. Off Hwy 18, close to Lake Arrowhead Village and Blue Jay. 13 miles to Snow Valley Ski Resort. $125/night. Information: Stacey, (714) 469-0896 or [email protected]. 4/11

Cabin in Big Bear Lake. 2 bedrooms, dining room, living room, full kitchen, gas BBQ, TV/VCR/DVD, fireplace. Linens/towels included. Near ski slopes. $95/night (Sun-Thurs), $125 (Fri-Sat). Information: Sly, (714) 686-9790 or email [email protected]. 12/11

OCEA member Howard Snitowsky offers timeshare rentals to OCEA members at a discounted price. Locations for the timeshares, which are prime beachfront, world class resorts, include: Cabo San Lucas, Oahu, Maui and Las Vegas. Visit the Classifieds section, accessible on the homepage of www.oceamember.org, to view Howard’s full list of offerings.

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