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OCEA
EMPLOYEE
VOLUME 64, ISSUE 4 • OCTOBER–DECEMBER 2011
HEALTH FAIR:
Nearly 2,000 attend
annual wellness expo
Also inside: OCEA makes history in 2011
Need to purchase gifts for the holiday season
but don’t have time to go shopping?
Try OCEA’s e-ticket program! Tickets are available online at www.
oceamember.org to many of Southern California’s greatest attractions
including: Disneyland, Knott’s Berry Farm, Six Flags Magic Mountain, Universal
Studios, SeaWorld, LEGOLAND and more.
To purchase tickets, visit www.oceamember.org and sign up for a “MyOCEA”
account (click “Register” in the top right corner of the page and follow onscreen instructions).
Any OCEA member who is signed up before Dec. 16 will be elligible to win one
of two pairs of tickets to AMC Theatres, a 2012 Entertainment book or a pair of
tickets to the San Diego Zoo.
Note: There is a 72-hour waiting
period once you register before
you can purchase tickets.
“OCERS—Pre-Retirement
Seminar Presentation”
Noon to 1:00 p.m., Wed., Jan. 25, 2012
OCEA Assembly Room (830 N. Ross St., Santa Ana)
• Review of what OCERS is • Member information • Beneficiaries
• Service credits • How retirement benefits are calculated
Presented by the Orange County Employees Retirement System (OCERS)
Free parking available.
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VOLUME 64, ISSUE 4 • OCTOBER–DECEMBER 2011
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Year in review
From working through budget woes to navigating a tough political landscape, relive the
moments that defined 2011 for OCEA.
FEATURES
5 Food Truck Food Drive
14 Meet your Board
Nov. 18 food drive to feature food trucks and giveaways
9 Guest Speaker: Rep. Loretta Sanchez
Profiles of OCEA’s 2011 Board of Directors
17 Golden Badge Foundation award
Bill proposed by Sanchez would advance OCEA reforms
11 2011 OCEA Health Fair
Golden Badge honors SSO Darrin Mills
21 Board member corner: Oliver Didio
Nearly 2,000 members attend annual wellness expo
Healthy habits can lead to a lifetime of fitness
News & updates
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President’s message
General Manager’s message
OCEA news briefs
OCEA calendar
Board member Q&As
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OCEA coupons
OCEA tickets
OCEA e-ticket program
OCEA discounts
OCEA classifieds
On the cover:
John Spencer of Public Works receives a flu shot from Registered Nurse Karen Lawson of the Health Care Agency.
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President’s message
Robert Gibson
OCEA President
The 99 percent take back America
In my last message, I asked “Which side are you on?” Shortly
after penning that question, protests sprung up across our
Country. Protestors have begun occupying major cities and
small towns from New York to Los Angeles, from Seattle
to Miami and all points in between. These protests went
global with events in Europe, South America and Australia.
The demonstrations have been organic in nature with many
different groups and ideas being espoused. The common
theme, however, is that the 99 percent of us in this country
are demanding that the focus
be placed back on us, that
the 99 percent be given the
opportunity to earn a living
and support our families. The
protests are a statement that
the wealthiest 1 percent of
the country needs to pay their
fair share.
This cannot be accomplished by outsourcing our jobs. We
are responsible and responsive to the citizens. Multinational,
multibillion-dollar corporations are only responsible and
responsive to shareholders. Our citizens know our salaries and
benefits and have access to the information we create during
the course of work. Our citizens elect our leaders to direct
our work and to develop policies to ensure our success. All of
these protections disappear when multinational corporations
are given this outsourced work for profit.
“The 99 percent are realizing that vital government services are
being impacted at a time when they are most needed. Social
services, education, public safety, health care, transportation, care
for the elderly and infrastructure cannot be seen as luxuries.”
The 99 percent are asking
that the multibillion-dollar, multinational corporations begin to
put people before profits. The 99 percent are asking that their
governments listen to them and not the high-priced lobbyists
paid for by the 1 percent.
Austerity programs across the world are failing. The 99 percent
are realizing that vital government services are being impacted
at a time when they are most needed. Social services,
education, public safety, health care, transportation, care for
the elderly and infrastructure cannot be seen as luxuries.
We public servants who provide these services are not villains
out to enrich ourselves. We are simply called to serve our
communities. We must follow the lead of our Governor
Jerry Brown and ask that our State and nation rebuild our
infrastructure. We must provide the best education to our
children and modernize our schools, maintain and build new
roads, and ensure the safety and quality of our water supply.
In short we must put the “great” back in the “great State of
California.”
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There is hope. From pension reform to salary equity, OCEA
has led the labor movement in Orange County and the State.
With collaborative efforts, we can accomplish all of our goals
to protect our members’ benefits and jobs while fulfilling our
duties and providing the vital services needed to the public.
We have allies and champions among some of our elected
members of the Board of Supervisors. Your sacrifices and hard
work have been recognized, and now the executives and
upper management in the County will be expected to do the
same. We, the 99 percent, will prevail.
Yours faithfully,
Robert Gibson
OCEA President
rgibson@oceamember.org
Ballots are due Dec. 9 for the 2011 Board of Directors election
General Manager’s message
Nick Berardino
OCEA General Manager
We win when we’re unified
This year, we have faced unprecedented challenges at OCEA.
And through them, through our solidarity and determination,
we have realized unprecedented victories.
The anthropologist Margaret Mead once said: “Never doubt
that a small group of thoughtful, committed people can
change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.”
We kicked off the year in January with a celebration in
Sacramento to welcome newly-elected Gov. Jerry Brown.
The OCEA hot dog wagon pulled up to the Capitol lawn for
a celebration that was truly for all Californians from all walks
of life.
Together, through efforts like our response in Costa Mesa,
we are doing our part to positively change the world we live
in and to advocate for fair wages and benefits for working
families during a time when the divide between the rich and
poor is more pronounced than ever before.
Lobbyists stood in line behind workers and visitors from
all over the state. The Governor shared a hot dog in a huge
crowd that reflected and celebrated California’s diversity.
Our work is far from done, as attacks against public
employees continue to dominate the pages of biased
publications like the Orange County Register.
Then in March, we found ourselves thrust to the middle of a
national attack against working families when, in an attempt
to weaken the labor movement, politicians in the City of
Costa Mesa decided to give layoff notices to hundreds of
loyal employees and threaten to outsource their jobs.
Whether we’re collaborating to recover the $48 million
Orange County lost during the State budget negotiations,
fighting to elect leaders who understand the value of fair
pay for a honest day’s work, or continuing to expose all the
unfair perks and pay that our elected leaders and executives
receive, we will not tire in our efforts to work for you and
your families in the year to come.
We remained unified and resolute in our fight to protect our
voice in the workplace—a right that is as fundamental to
democracy as voting or freedom of the press.
Many of your coworkers volunteered to phone bank and
walk precincts alongside members of the community. Some
5,000 “Cancel the Layoffs” signs are still on display on the
lawns of Costa Mesa residents. We showed up to meetings
and appeared on television and in the press to, time and time
again, refute the Council majority’s overtly political agenda
and misplaced priorities. We fought the City’s illegal attack
on working Americans in the courts and in the community.
I wanted to take this moment to reflect on what we have
accomplished together in the face of these unprecedented
challenges because your efforts have served as such a source
of inspiration to me and to OCEA’s Board members, stewards
and staff.
And it reminds me every day of the power of unity to
overcome even the most insurmountable challenges.
Together, we are making a difference.
In solidarity,
Together, we showed politicians across the County, the State,
and all America that an attack on one of us is an attack on us
all.
Today, nearly eight months after the City Council blanketed
the City with pink slips, not one member of the Costa Mesa
City Employees Association has been laid off.
Nick Berardino
OCEA General Manager
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OCEA news briefs
Costa Mesa layoff scheme attracts national and local attention
OCEA’s efforts earned more national attention recently
when The New Yorker—publisher Conde Nast’s venerable
commentary magazine since 1925—featured a five-page
story in its Sept. 5 issue about the ongoing battle over
outsourcing and layoffs in Costa Mesa.
E M P LOYEE
Orange County Employees Association
OFFICERS
Robert Gibson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . President
Lezlee Neebe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1st Vice President
Arlyn Buck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2nd Vice President
Butch Garcia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Secretary
Maria Corona . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Treasurer
The article by reporter Tad Friend covers all sides of the
outsourcing battle and includes quotes from OCEA
General Manager Nick Berardino and Costa Mesa City
Employees Association President Helen Nenadal.
Alan Clow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Insurance Officer
Frank Eley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Past President
COMMITTEE CHAIRS
Alan Dean Clow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Legislative
Maria Corona . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Budget/Finance
A photo caption on the
first page sums up the
story: “When Costa
Mesa tried to lay off half of its staff, a
city that wasn’t yet broke got broken.”
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Sharron Anderson . . . . . . . . County Executive Office
Dan Beam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sheriff-Coroner
Arlyn Buck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Social Services Agency
Alan Dean Clow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Public Defender
Maria Corona . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Health Care Agency
Just days after The New Yorker story ran, OC Weekly
published a cover story on the layoffs. Written by
Chasen Marshall, the
story covers the issue
from all sides—
CMCEA/OCEA, the
City of Costa Mesa,
former city council
members, city staff and local bloggers.
Oliver Didio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sheriff-Coroner
Frank Eley . . . . . . . . . . . . OC Public Works (RDMD)
Eusebio “Butch” Garcia . . . . . . Social Services Agency
Robert Gibson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Probation
Al Jabbar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Health Care Agency
Gary Morrison . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Assessor’s Office
Paul Nguyen . . . . . . . . . . . . . Social Services Agency
John Leos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Probation
Lezlee Neebe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Superior Court Clerk
Cheryl Neuenschwander . . . . . . Superior Court Clerk
Phyllis Oudmayer . . . . . . . . . . Child Support Services
OC Weekly also honored OCEA in October when it
awarded Berardino as “Best Voice for the Little Guy
2011” in its annual “Best of OC” edition. Repair Costa
Mesa was awarded “Best Political Coup 2011.”
OCEA calendar
Oct. 24-Nov. 23 OCEA Food Drive
Nov. 8 5:30-7 p.m. Stewards meeting
Nov. 9 11 a.m.-2 p.m. OCEA College Fair
Nov. 11 Veteran’s Day observed
Nov. 15 3 p.m. Board of Directors meeting
Nov. 18 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. OCEA Food Truck Friday (see Page 5 for more information)
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Thanksgiving observed
Nov. 25 Thanksgiving observed
Dec. 20 Board of Directors meeting
3 p.m. Dec. 26
Christmas observed
Jan. 2
New Year’s Day observed
Jan. 10 Noon-1 p.m.; 5:30-7 p.m. Stewards meeting
Jan. 17 3 p.m. Board of Directors meeting
Jan. 25 Noon-1 p.m. OCEA Presents Pre-Retirement seminar
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Chris Prevatt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Health Care Agency
Pamela Waters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Library
Ray Yarbrough . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Probation
The OCEA Employee magazine (USPS 004330) is published quarterly (January-March;
April-June; July-September; and OctoberDecember) by the Orange County Employees
Association, 830 N. Ross, P.O. Box 177,
Santa Ana, CA 92702; telephone (714) 8353355. Periodical postage paid at Santa Ana,
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$3.00 per year; non-members, $6.00 per
year. POSTMASTER: Send address changes
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P.O. Box 177, Santa Ana, CA 92702-0177.
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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
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except public holidays. OCEA reserves the
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for publication. Photographs will be returned
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Editor: Jennifer Muir
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OCEA news briefs
Final Food Truck Friday of 2011 will feature food drive
Bring your appetite and canned food donations to the
next OCEA Food Truck Food Drive on Nov. 18. The food
and the proceeds will benefit United Labor Agency of
Orange County, an agency that assists unemployed and
underemployed families in Orange County.
(barbeque). Trucks making their debut at our fundraiser
include Taco Maria, a new upscale-yet-affordable Mexican
street food truck; Seabirds, a vegetarian/vegan truck; and
the Lime Truck (California coastal cuisine, which won
Food Network’s “The Great Food Truck Race 2”).
The event—from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in OCEA’s parking
lot—will feature returning favorites Crepes Bonaparte
(French savory/dessert crepes) and Rancho a Go Go
Trucks will donate 15 percent of their proceeds to
ULAOC. During our September food truck fundraiser,
OCEA members raised $302 for the agency.
This time, we hope to help even more with donations of
food and other items. Requested items include canned
soup, pasta, fruits and vegetables; ethnic foods; baby
items including food, diapers and clothing; special
needs food including low-sugar and low-sodium
options; and non-toxic toiletries including toothpaste,
soap, shampoo, toilet paper and paper towels.
Members will receive one raffle ticket for every
three items they donate. There is no limit on how
many tickets a member can receive as long as the
items being donated have not expired. Raffles will
be held every 20 minutes during the event. Prizes
will include tickets to local theme parks and
attractions, just in time to make great gifts for the
holiday season.
For up-to-date information on our upcoming
food truck fundraisers, visit www.oceamember.
org and click “OCEA member news.”
Laura Dempsey and Carolyn Vadrevu of Superior Courts enjoy Longboards Ice Cream bars.
OCEA Board of Directors election this month
Are you interested in adopting a child?
A general election for the Orange County Employees
Association Board of Directors begins this month, and
10 seats are available.
Orange County’s Adoption Program is looking for special
families willing to adopt children in need. Children
needing to find homes include those with special medical
needs, teens and pre-teens. Every child needs a loving
home that can provide a sense of belonging. If you know
someone who could provide that kind of structure and
guidance, please direct them to attend an orientation class.
Information can be found by calling (888) 871-5437, or
by visiting www.oc4kids.com or www.heartgalleryoc.org.
OCEA members should receive ballots in the mail
on or around Nov. 14. Completed ballots must be
postmarked by Dec. 9 to be valid.
Here’s how to submit your ballot: First, place the ballot
in the provided ballot envelope. Then place that envelope
in the provided return envelope. Sign the return
envelope, and mail in the ballot to ensure it’s counted.
The results of the election will be announced on Dec.
20 at the OCEA Board of Directors meeting and online
that day at www.oceamember.org.
For inquiries regarding a specific child or children, contact
Elizabeth McConnell at (714) 704-8944 or elizabeth.
mcconnell@ssa.ocgov.com or Margot Umemoto at (714)
704-8946 or margot.umemoto@ssa.ocgov.org. For further
information about foster care or the County’s adoption
process, contact Adoption Recruiter Pat Hammond at
(714) 704-8946 or patrick.hammond@ssa.ocgov.org.
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OCEA news briefs
Child Support Services employees recognized
Five OCEA members from Child Support Services were
given Excellence in Public Service Awards in June. The
quarterly award was created by OCEA Board Member
Phyllis Oudmayer to allow CSS employees to recognize
the achievements of their co-workers.
If you have an employee recognition program at your
agency that you would like us to write about, or if
you know an employee at your agency who deserves
recognition, email OCEA Communications Specialist
Niyaz Pirani at npirani@oceamember.org.
Here’s what the people who nominated this quarter’s
winners had to say about them:
Laura Garcia, nominated by Mary Rodriguez
“Working with Laura has been a pleasure. No matter
what your question is or what you ask her, she is always
ready to assist you. Laura takes her duties very seriously,
(volunteering) to take on challenging cases, tasks or duties.
If there’s a case that has stumped others, Laura will take on
the challenge of dissecting the case to resolve the issue.”
Alan Santa Ana, nominated by Tom Chan
“Alan’s supportive, supervising, calm demeanor has
remained the same. He faithfully employs the open door
policy and is always seeking alternatives in assisting team
members in completing the workloads within the
compliance dates. … He possesses the innate ability to
assess each team member’s strength and mold the collective
team strengths to fortify a cohesive, working team.”
Tenley Lerch, nominated by Esther Hernandez
“Tenley is a wealth of information and is always willing to
assist a fellow co-worker. She is patient and understanding
(and) maintains an ‘open door’-style atmosphere—always
available! When faced with a new task, she tackles it head on.”
Claudia Heredia, nominated by Sophea Marr
“Claudia is the ‘sunshine’ on every team she has been
assigned to. Her peers can always rely on her for any
project. Claudia is not only talented in so many ways, but
she is a hard worker. She is organized, diligent, professional,
and everything she puts her hands on gets completed in a
timely manner and in the most amazing way.”
Yasie Malek, nominated by Cheryl Vargas
“She is always going above and beyond to get the job
done and is willing to help anywhere needed. For me,
personally, her perseverance and her ‘Go get ‘em’ attitude
are truly inspiring and motivating. … She is always
working special projects and going the extra mile to
improve (Child Support Services) as a whole.”
CSS award winners (left to right) Yasie Malek, Laura Garcia, Claudia Heredia, Tenley Lerch and Alan Santa Ana.
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OCEA news briefs
Join us on Facebook
Join us on Facebook to participate in members-only contests,
learn exclusive information about the latest ticket discounts
and to view and share news, photos and videos about OCEA
and its members. Congratulations to our 2011 Facebook and
OCEA Employee magazine contest winners:
Olympia Fernandez, Social Services Agency (LEGOLAND);
Diana Prather, SSA (Snow Valley); Kendall Ackroyd, SSA (L.A.
Fair); Alicia Martinez, SSA (Castle Park); Scott Becker, SheriffCoroner (Knott’s Berry Farm); Evelyn Valle, Superior Court
(Catalina Express); Araceli Altamirano, Child Support Services
(SeaWorld), Linda Schorer, Retired (Aquarium of the Pacific),
Rosanna Najera, SSA (Castle Park); Sheryl Woodhouse,
Health Care Agency; Brian Beger, City of Anaheim; and
Maggie Jorth, SSA (Discovery Science Center); Puanani Ahlo,
Probation (Knott’s Soak City); Frances Tu, SSA (Battle of the
Dance); Michelle Rojas-Almazan, SSA (Battle of the Dance,
LEGOLAND); Le Thanh Tran, Probation (Discovery Science
Center); Ron Robles, SSA (Renaissance Pleasure Faire); Karen
Nordin, Superior Court (San Diego Zoo); Stephen Corona,
District Attorney (Discovery Science Center); Steven White,
City of Costa Mesa (AMC); Diane Arlene Navarro, Community
Resources (AMC); Teresa Garcia, HCA (Renaissance Pleasure
Faire); Gina Allstun, CSS (Renaissance Pleasure Faire); Trish
Stacy, Community Resources (Shen Yun Performing Arts);
Courtney Pricer, Community Resources (Amtrak Pacific
Surfliner); Marie Suchy, Superior Court (AMC); Erik Oviedo,
Community Resources (AMC); Lenai Carraway, SSA (Knott’s
Berry Farm); Maricela Barcenas, HCA (BOOMERS!);
Lupie Janos, SSA (AMC); Jeff Kanarek, SSA (LEGOLAND/
SEA LIFE); Stuart Goong, Public Works (San Diego Zoo);
Maria Villavicencio, SSA (Amtrak Pacific Surfliner); Mario
Hernandez, Probation (Knott’s); Paul Nguyen, SSA (AMC).
Nelson and Berardino to honor veterans
OCEA General Manager Nick Berardino, who is a
Vietnam veteran, will light a ceremonial candle to honor
all Vietnam veterans at a Veteran’s Day event hosted by
County Supervisor Shawn Nelson on Nov. 11.
The event starts at 2 p.m. with a program from 4-5 p.m.
at Tri City Park, 2301 N. Kraemer Blvd., in Placentia.
Free parking will be available at Tuffree Middle School,
2151 N. Kraemer Blvd. The event will feature patriotic
songs by the Rose Drive Friends Church Choir and a 21
gun salute.
For more information, contact Steve Spernak in the
Office of Supervisor Shawn Nelson at (714) 834-3542
or steve.spernak@ocgov.com.
Jeff Kanarek (SSA) with son Joshua, niece Avery and daughter
Jessica at LEGOLAND.
Araceli Altamirano (CSS) and daughter Kassandra at SeaWorld.
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Guest speaker
Rep. Loretta Sanchez
47th Congressional District
Legislation would advance OC’s hybrid plan
Our nation is slowly emerging from the worst economic
crisis since the Great Depression. The dramatic downturn
of our economy in recent years has resulted in a significant
rise in unemployment and stagnant consumer spending.
Getting the economy back on track is everyone’s top priority,
regardless of political party affiliation. However, the impact
of the recession will linger for decades, even after our
economy has recovered. One area where this will be evident
is the overwhelming dilemma state and local governments
will face in dealing with the sustainability of pension plans.
has garnered bipartisan support from other members of the
Orange County delegation, including Representatives John
Campbell, Ed Royce and Ken Calvert. This month, I had the
pleasure of hosting Orange County Supervisor Bill Campbell,
in a meeting with the Ranking Member of the Ways and
Means Committee, Sander Levin. We discussed this issue
and made real progress in finding a solution, and I am
confident that one is near. Reforming the pension system is
an important issue for thousands of hard-working employees
of Orange County and for Orange County taxpayers.
Underfunded pension plans are one of the fastest growing
problems weighing on state and local governments. Though
the pension problem existed long before the recession, the
unfunded debt for government workers’ retirement benefits
has seriously worsened in our economic crisis. In Orange
County, our pension system has also been a challenge.
How we reform our pension system reflects how we view
our teachers, police officers, first responders and municipal
employees who earn these pensions. Such workers have
contributed to the system for decades and deserve to have
their investments and hard work honored. The hybrid
pension plan proposed by the County of Orange and its
employees will lay the framework for a national model, and
its implementation will take us one step closer to solving
these pension issues nationwide.
However, Californians are good at finding innovative
solutions to complex problems. Here in Orange County, the
Orange County Employees Association (OCEA) has made
a concerted effort to work with county representatives to
reform the pension program. Two years ago, OCEA and
local government representatives proposed a hybrid pension
plan to help the County of Orange cope with its pension
challenges. The new plan provides a lower defined
benefit, which the County would offer in conjunction
with participation in a defined contribution plan
with an employer matching element. This hybrid
plan, endorsed by many Democrats and
Republicans, has stalled at implementation
because of a regulatory roadblock by the
U.S. Department of Treasury.
In two years, the Treasury Department
has been unable to provide a time
frame for issuing guidance on the
impediment. With no indication that
Treasury will act anytime soon, I’ve
introduced legislation in Congress that
would allow for the implementation
of the hybrid pension plan. Orange
County can no longer afford to wait to
solve this problem.
My bill to allow for the implementation
of Orange County’s hybrid pension plan
Rep. Loretta Sanchez at a recent Labor Day picnic in Santa Ana.
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We want to
hear from you!
What topics should our “2012 OCEA
Presents” seminars cover next?
Past topics have included:
Pre-retirement
Social Media
Money-saving tips
Wills and Trusts
Stresss relief
What’s next?
If you have recommendations for “2012
OCEA Presents” seminars, email Cathy
Yatch at cyatch@oceamember.org and
let her know about your ideas!
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A walk through the
2011 OCEA Health Fair
Rain threatened to ruin the day, but it didn’t stop nearly
2,000 OCEA members from coming to the 2011 Health Fair.
Held in the OCEA parking lot, attendees had the chance to
interact with an array of health care providers and vendors,
learning about everything from skin care to proper spine
alignment. OCEA members took stress tests and body mass
index screenings. More than 220 people purchased flu shots,
which were administered by registered nurses from Health
Care Agency.
Tables were also set up for members to learn about OCEA’s
Board of Directors, Velece Insurance and Open Enrollment.
Special Events vendors hosted games and contests for
attendees, many of whom were awarded with tickets to
theme parks and attractions.
Cooks behind a massive grill turned out barbecue chicken for the
masses, while various snacks were served throughout the fair.
As OCEA member Karen Jackson of Health Care Agency said,
“I came for the food, the fun and open enrollment!”
Patsy Aguirre of the Auditor-Controller’s Office holds up a 1-hour
massage gift certificate she won in a raffle.
Daniel Felton of the Assessor’s Office gets his blood pressure checked by Fountain Valley Regional Hospital representatives.
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OCEA Board members (from left to right): Paul Nguyen, Sharron
Anderson, Ray Yarbrough, Chris Prevatt and Al Jabbar.
Aprella Jenkins of Child Support Services enjoys a chair massage
from Harbor Spine & Wellness.
Senator Lou Correa gets behind the line of our famous Hot Dog
Wagon and serves lunch to Howard Ha of the Health Care Agency.
Dawn Wolfe of the Health Care Agency spins BOOMERS! prize wheel.
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(From left to right) Nancy Estrada, Maya De La Vega and Vanessa Reynoso from the Sheriff’s Department take a break from snacking on
goodies to pose for a picture.
OCEA Board members Oliver Didio, Alan Clow and Dan Beam.
Karen Jackson of the Health Care Agency said she “came for the
food, the fun and open enrollment.” Here, Karen’s receiving a lunch
of grilled chicken, salad and beans.
Patricia Hutt of the Treasurer-Tax Collector’s Office talks about back
pain with Dr. Regan Jung.
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Meet the 2011 OCEA
Board of Directors
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Sharron Anderson (County
Executive Office) has been an
OCEA member since 1982 and on
the Board of Directors since 2009.
Sharron was a 2009 OCEA Coalition
Bargaining Team member (alternate),
and has served on the CEO Labor
Management Committee and on
the Office Services Classification
Maintenance Review Committee. “I
felt the best way to help my fellow
employees was to shoot straight to
the front lines and be a great big
voice,” she said.
Dan Beam (Sheriff-Coroner
Department) has been an OCEA
member since 1993 and on the
Board of Directors since 2009.
Dan has been a member of various
bargaining teams and is the Vice
Chair of the Sheriff’s Special Officer
Executive Committee since 1999. “I
wanted to become more involved
with the advancement of all OCEA
members to make everybody better
and stronger,” he said.
Arlyn Buck (Social Services Agency)
has been an OCEA member since
1990 and on the OCEA Board
of Directors since 1998. Arlyn
is currently OCEA Second Vice
President, and she has served as
OCEA Secretary, Courtesy Chair
and Special Events Chair. Arlyn is
also a Trustee of the OCEA Health
& Welfare Trust, a member of many
OCEA bargaining teams and a SSA
Labor Management Committee
member.
Alan Dean Clow (Public Defender)
1996 and on the OCEA Board of
Directors since 2005. Alan was a
member of the OCPD bargaining
team in 2002 and 2005. He has
represented OCEA and OCPD
Investigators in meeting with the
Orange County Board of Supervisors.
Alan was the OCPD Investigators
President from 2002 to 2004. “I felt
I could help make a difference in
things that affect all of us, such as fair
working conditions, wages, health
benefits, retirement, and our welfare
and security,” he said.
Maria Corona (Health Care Agency)
2000 and on the OCEA Board
of Directors since 2008. Maria
was a member of the 2004 OCEA
bargaining team. Maria is currently
OCEA Treasurer. “Being on the
Board of Directors allows me to
best represent our membership,”
she said. “I enjoy serving in this
way because it gets me involved in
protecting our members’ workplace
rights.”
Oliver Didio (Sheriff-Coroner
Board of Directors Since 2009.
Oliver has been the president of
the OCEA SSO/Coroner Bargaining
Unit since 1999, a member of
three bargaining teams and active
on various labor management
committees. “It takes strong
leadership and vision, and I believe
OCEA’s Board has those qualities,”
he said. “I want to contribute to
those qualities on behalf of all
County employees.”
Frank Eley (OC Public Works) has
been an OCEA member since 1982
and on the OCEA Board of Directors
since 1985. Frank is currently OCEA
Past President. Frank has served as
OCEA President, Past President,
Second Vice President, Treasurer,
Special Events Chair, Newspaper
Chair, and Budget and Finance
Chair. He is a member of the
OCEA Political Action Committee
Executive Board and a Trustee of
the OCEA Health & Welfare Trust
since its inception. Frank has served
on many OCEA bargaining teams
and serves on the Orange County
Retirement Board.
Butch Garcia (Social Services
Agency) has been an OCEA member
since 2000 and on the OCEA Board
of Directors since 2007. Butch
has been involved in the SSA Case
Management Forum, the SSA Labor
Management Committee and the
ISW Premium Pay Workgroup. He
is also a member of the Executive
Board of the OCEA Political Action
Committee. He was a member of
OCEA’s 2004 and 2007 bargaining
teams. “I enjoy helping my coworkers and other OCEA members
whenever possible,” he said.
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Robert Gibson (Probation
Board of Directors since 2005. He
currently serves as OCEA President.
Robert has been OCEA First Vice
President, OCEA Treasurer and
Chair of OCEA’s Political Action
Committee. He has also served on
budget and scholarship committees.
“I have always had a deep-seeded
sense of fairness and hate to see the
weak taken advantage of,” he said.
Al Jabbar (Health Care Agency) has
and on the Board of Directors in
2010 and 2011. He is a member of
OCEA’s Political Action Committee
and on various OCEA bargaining
teams. “I have always been a steady
advocate for fairness for employees
and public employees at large,” he
said.
John Leos (Probation Department)
1997 and on the Board of Directors
from 2008-09 and in 2011. He was
a member of the 2007 bargaining
team and a member of the Labor
Management Committee. “I have
seen how OCEA continues to
advocate for the working class,” he
said. “I feel honored to be part of
an organization that is innovative,
inclusive, united and strong.”
Gary Morrison (Assessor’s Office)
has been a member of OCEA
since 1999 and on the OCEA
Gary is active in attending OCEA
events, especially when they deal
with building positive working
environments. “I was on an audit
team and observed management
at its worst,” he said. “I decided I
wanted to be able to intercede and
help my fellow workers whenever I
could.”
Lezlee Neebe (Superior Court) has
and on the OCEA Board of Directors
since 1995. Lezlee is currently
OCEA First Vice President and has
served as OCEA Secretary, OCEA
Insurance Officer, Insurance Chair
and Newspaper/Communications
Chair. She has also been a member
of the Bylaws Committee, the
Budget Committee and the Special
Events Committee. Lezlee has
been a member of many OCEA
bargaining teams.
Cheryl Neuenschwander (Superior
Court) has been a member of OCEA
since 1981 and on the OCEA Board
of Directors since 1995. Cheryl has
served as OCEA Insurance Officer,
OCEA Treasurer, and Chair of the
Legislative Committee and of the
Budget & Finance Committee.
Cheryl has been a member of
many OCEA bargaining teams, the
OCEA Health and Welfare Trust
Board of Trustees and a Court Labor
Management Committee member.
Paul Nguyen (Social Services
Agency) has been an OCEA
Board of Directors since 2011. Paul
has been a Steward since returning
from being laid off in 2009. He
received the OCEA New Leadership
Award in 2010. “I’ve wanted to
become more involved in protecting
the County’s most valuable asset—
the employees and their families,”
he said.
Phyllis Oudmayer (Child Support
Services) has been a member of
OCEA since 1996 and on the OCEA
Phyllis has been OCEA Treasurer,
Secretary of the OCEA Political
Action Committee Executive
Board and a member of the 2007
bargaining team. She created
the Excellence in Public Service
Award at CSS to recognize fellow
employees.
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Chris Prevatt (Health Care Agency)
2000 and on the Board of Directors
from 2007-09 and in 2011. He
was Treasurer and Chair of OCEA’s
Budget and Finance Committee
and has served on HCA’s Labor
Management Committee and
subcommittees. “I can say with
certainty my working with OCEA
to resolve inequities resulted in a
better environment for all County
employees.”
Pamela Waters (Orange County
Community Resources) has been an
OCEA member since 1988 and on
the Board of Directors since 1993.
Pamela has served on the OCEA
Health & Welfare Trust since 2000
and on various bargaining teams.
“I felt the best thing to do was get
involved to protect myself, the
people in my department and all
County employees.”
Ray Yarbrough (Probation
member since 1990 and on the Board
of Directors since 2009. Ray has been
on various bargaining teams and
labor management committees and
has worked within his department to
implement several positive policies.
“I wanted to help make a difference.
I know during these tough economic
times OCEA leadership has to stick
together and fight for the rights of our
members,” he said.
Be sure to check out the
Q&A interviews in the
back of each magazine
issue. Visit Page 22
to see what Board
members Frank Eley,
Arlyn Buck and Lezlee
Neebe have to say.
Or visit
www.oceamember.org
and click “Meet your
Board” to learn more.
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Golden Badge Foundation
honors SSO’s heroism
Sheriff’s Special Officer Darrin Mills already received a
Medal of Valor award this year from the Orange County
Sheriff’s Department for aiding a choking child. Now he
has received statewide recognition from the Golden Badge
Foundation for his lifesaving efforts.
Mills—the only Golden Badge nominee from the County
of Orange—was honored for his “Exemplary Performance”
from the Foundation, which is dedicated to strengthening
relations between California’s law enforcement officers and
the communities they serve. The foundation holds an annual
dinner to honor law enforcement officers and civilians for their
acts of bravery or attempts to improve safety in the State.
Mills was off-duty from his job in Police Services at John
Wayne Airport and was attending a Boy Scouts of America
event at Rush Park in Rossmoor when he helped the choking
boy on June 15, 2010. As he walked into the park, he heard
the father of a 3-year-old boy screaming for help because
his son was choking. Mills rushed to the boy and opened his
mouth to check for objects in his airway. He couldn’t find
anything, so he performed back thrusts on him, hoping to
dislodge whatever was there.
Mills turned the boy over again to see that his face had
turned blue. He stopped the boy’s father from putting his
fingers down his son’s throat to prevent him from pushing
any blockage down farther. Mills switched to stomach thrusts
and later, rescue breathing. The boy was soon breathing
again. Paramedics took him to the hospital where he made a
full recovery.
The award caps a distinguished time in Mills’ career as he was
recognized by Golden Badge shortly after retiring from a nearly
26-year career in the United States Air Force. As a reservist,
Mills served four tours in the Middle East after Sept. 11.
“I got in there and did what I had to do. I just happened
to be in the right place at the right time,” Mills said of his
Golden Badge award. “(I’m) humbled. I know there are other
deserving people to get this other than me.”
Sheriff’s Special Officer Darrin Mills was honored for “Exemplary
Performance” from California Golden Badge Foundation.
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OCEA
A look back at 2011
This year was unlike any other seen by working families in Orange County. We faced
some of our biggest challenges as politicians continued attacking retirement benefits
and advanced their national strategy to outsource jobs. But through it all, we remained
unified, and our solidarity carried us through. Here’s a look back at OCEA in 2011.
Inauguration Day: OCEA co-hosted “The People’s Inauguration Party” on Jan. 3 with Senator Lou Correa in celebration of
incoming California Governor Jerry Brown. More than 4,000 hot dogs were served from our Hot Dog Wagon on the Capitol
lawn outside our State’s Capitol building in Sacramento. Said Brown, while eating a hot dog at the event: “When your
supporters get together and make you a few hot dogs, I think it’s good to stand with them because they stood with me.”
Budget woes: Early in the year, OCEA members told us
they saw a lack of leadership among County executives in
response to budget issues Statewide and in Orange County.
OCEA listened and worked diligently to mitigate impacts.
This past year presented a fiscal minefield—the State faced
a $26 billion deficit while the County first enforced a hiring
freeze and 5 percent budget cuts. Later, the County lost $48
million in the State’s budget deal. OCEA spent countless
hours working with State lawmakers, members of the Board
of Supervisors and other staff to help the County weather its
fiscal challenges and avoid layoffs.
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Costa Mesa outsourcing and layoffs: Costa Mesa City
Employees Association lost one of its own this year when
Huy Pham took his life at City Hall on the day he was
scheduled to receive a layoff notice. The community quickly
responded at the council’s callous attempt to fire its staff for
political gain. Repair Costa Mesa—comprised of community
members, business leaders and labor—formed to urge the
City Council to “Cancel the Layoffs.” CMCEA, with help
from OCEA, filed a lawsuit against the City to stop the
layoffs. Now, even after the six month layoff notices expired,
layoffs have not occurred.
Standing up for working families: OCEA members stood
shoulder-to-shoulder with our brothers and sisters in the labor
community this year as they faced unprecedented attacks.
Nationally, we watched as Wisconsin lawmakers tried to
dismantle collective bargaining and everyday Americans
protested economic injustice with Occupy Wall Street.
Locally, members walked neighborhoods throughout the
summer in support of their Costa Mesa brothers and sisters
and supported grocery workers from United Food and
Commercial Workers, who nearly went on strike because
grocers planned to force workers to pay increased health care
costs while they were making record profits. OCEA President
Robert Gibson has been there every step of the way, at the
front lines of the fight to protect working families.
Making your voice heard: OCEA General Manager Nick
Berardino and OCEA Communications Director Jennifer
Muir took to the airwaves and spoke at events throughout
the year to fight back attacks against working families.
Berardino debated Costa Mesa City Councilman Jim
Righeimer and writer Steve Greenhut over pensions in
public forums, and Muir spoke against outsourcing to
multiple television stations. Said Berardino to the Orange
County Register in February: “It’s now time for the so-called
‘fiscally conservative’ elected officials and county executives
to give up their perks and begin paying their fair share.”
Navigating challenging times: Contracts in a number of
cities and special districts as well as the Orange County
Superior Court were due to expire this past year. Thanks
to the hard work and dedication of OCEA staff, the Boards
of Directors for each of these cities and special districts,
and the courts as well as the bargaining team members,
9 contracts were successfully negotiated despite the most
difficult and challenging economic and political climate
for public employees. Log on to the OCEA website to
find a page dedicated to your specific agency, city or
special district. There, you’ll find specific news about your
agency, recent contract negotiation updates and copies of
each MOU. Log on in 2012 to stay updated on our future
progress at www.oceamember.org.
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Oliver Didio
OCEA Board member
Healthy habits are key to lifetime fitness
In the last issue of OCEA Magazine, Orangewood Children’s
Home employee Anna Marie Marquez, an OCEA member,
talked about how prevention can be “the best medicine.” In
her case, doctors were able to diagnose her breast cancer
through an early screening and put her on the path to
recovery before the cancer became any worse.
of these people. A law enforcement officer’s motto is “Never
give up,” and being strong in mind and body allows me to
fight the good fight.
While preventative care, such as the regular check-ups and
screenings offered at our Health Fair, are important to staying
healthy, proper nutrition and exercise are the building blocks
for a long life.
There are a lot of days I am not motivated exercise, but I do
not want my family to be told that I’ve been killed because
I was not able to defend myself, or that later in life I was
unable to do something because I wasn’t healthy. I want to
live long enough to be a great grandparent. I’m already a
role model for my wife and children. They see I take care of
myself, which makes them want to do the same.
I always took my fitness for granted—a part of being skinny
growing up—but in my mid-30s I noticed I was gaining a
little weight and that my strength and overall fitness were
beginning to fade. When the opportunity arose to become
a Tactical Officer for the Sheriff’s Special Officer Academy,
I realized I needed to be in better shape. After all, if I was
going to demand that recruits almost half my age complete
extensive and exhaustive physical fitness regiments every
other day, I should be able to lead by example.
You don’t have to hit the weights or run six miles a day to
stay fit. It depends on the level of fitness you want to achieve.
For most people, going for a jog or brisk walk around the
block a few times each day is a great start. Look at what
foods you consume—really examine your choices—and try
to limit fast foods and sweets. When I started getting into
shape again, I limited my portion sizes and eliminated fried
foods as a start. Gradual changes in your exercise and eating
habits will produce better results over time.
Working out and eating right became even more important
after my eight years at the academy when I was transferred
to Court Operations. Working in the Courts, I regularly came
across people who lived for extended periods in State prison.
They have access to weights and other fitness equipment, so,
needless to say, some of these guys were HUGE! I’ve also
come in contact with released prisoners while off duty, and I
know that being fit could save me if I was confronted by one
Be tenacious, but be patient. Getting into shape is not an
overnight endeavor. When starting a new fitness routine,
don’t be discouraged if you don’t see results for the first six to
eight weeks. Your body needs to adjust to your new routine.
Lifetime fitness is a lifestyle choice. A choice that, when
incorporated into your daily routine, will pay off in more
ways than you can imagine.
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Meet your
OCEA Board members
By Niyaz Pirani
Frank Eley
Q:
Since this is our last issue of OCEA Employee for
the year, can you tell us what you think OCEA’s biggest
accomplishment was in 2011?
Business Analyst, Orange
County Public Works
OCEA member since 1982
OCEA Board member since 1985
A:
Q: Why did you become an
OCEA Board member, and
what makes you want to
serve the membership in this
capacity?
A:
When I first began working for the County, my cubicle
was next to Jim Baker, then vice president of OCEA. Jim was
instrumental in educating me about how great OCEA is.
He said that was no accident: “Good people have to come
forward—staff does 100 percent of their part; we have to do
our part.” I like serving the membership because I believe the
greatest value of a person is not in admiring all they have,
what they’re going to buy or what title they have. I believe
the greatest value of a person comes from helping to make
things better for all of us.
Q:
OCEA celebrates unity and solidarity. Why do you feel it
is important to stay together, and how can OCEA members
accomplish this?
A:
The U.S. is going through great turmoil right now.
Government employees find themselves under attack from
every side by disingenuous political opportunists, and we
all need to stick together so we can get through this. In 6
or 7 years, the economy will go bonkers over the “next big
thing,” and in the long run government pay and benefits will
look tame and even somewhat lacking again. To get to the
long run, we have to get through the short run, and the only
way to do that is to support OCEA with your actual time and
effort. Everyone should be a member and everyone should
participate in at least one OCEA event in 2012.
By far, the incredible job OCEA has done fighting back
the wholesale, ill-conceived privatization and illegal layoffs
of the Costa Mesa City employees. Do you realize the
original layoff date for those employees has already come
and gone? OCEA fought to get a temporary restraining order
and won. OCEA showed that the backroom deals to sell out
City jobs were done illegally, outside of the Government
Code. OCEA paid to have a third-party forensic auditor
come in and prove the city’s finances weren’t devastated.
Instead, the audit showed the Council increased and padded
other lines of the budget to create the illusion of a dramatic
shortfall.
OCEA staff and volunteers worked thousands of hours
blanketing Costa Mesa with lawn signs and garnered
tremendous support for our grassroots campaign in support
of city workers
Q:
What are the biggest challenges for OCEA members
in the coming year, and how can we best tackle those
challenges together?
A:
Some seek to bring that Costa Mesa toxicity to our
shores. It’s a shame, because so many great people at the
County are doing a great job—better than any outside
company would for the constituents of Orange County.
The only thing we can do to tackle these upcoming
challenges is to continue to do a good job and continue
to support OCEA. Come out and show your support when
asked. After all, it’s only our jobs and our families’ future.
Reminder! Ballots are due for 2011
Board of Directors election by Dec. 9.
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Lezlee Neebe
Court Clerk II, Superior Court
Q:
Why did you become an
capacity?
A:
I truly believe in our
mission here at OCEA, and I know that making a difference
is accomplished through being meaningfully involved in
the process. I knew coming in that it would take sacrifice
and teamwork. My co-workers, whether court, County, city,
district or affiliate, all face the same battles, and I want to
stand with them and fight alongside them!
Q:
accomplish this?
A:
Our unity is what defines us and our purpose. It gives
us unparalleled strength and fortitude. In these uncertain
economic times, as our State and country struggle, we need
each other more than ever—to watch each other’s backs, so
to speak. Members are the fiber, binding us together tightly.
We maintain that strength by staying informed, knowing
what is happening around us and speaking up with one
united voice.
Q:
A:
Our biggest accomplishment in 2011 has been our
unrelenting fortitude! We began this year by celebrating
Governor Brown’s inauguration at the Capitol. Our most
significant battle began shortly thereafter with the senseless
death of one of our own in Costa Mesa. We rallied and
engaged our so-called “representatives” in Costa Mesa
who tried to annihilate all public employees for their own
personal gain. We continue to endure and battle back,
defending our employees and advancing their welfare and
security.
Q:
What are the biggest challenges for OCEA members
in the coming year, and how can we best tackle those
challenges together?
A:
Our biggest challenge is the times we live in. We
will face the challenges in the year ahead with continued
fortitude and concentration. It will require us to stay
informed, be responsible voters and to take action when
needed. We will support each other, and we will stand
strong. Every single one of us plays a vital role, and together
we will prevail!
Arlyn Buck
Office Supervisor, Social
Services Agency
Q:
Why did you become an
capacity?
A:
I became an OCEA Board member because I wanted
to have a say in how my union works. I was tired of
complaining about what the union was not doing for me and
instead, decided to be part of the decision-making process.
Q:
accomplish this?
A:
Because, if we don’t work together, they will tear us
apart. There are many people and groups out there trying to
take away all the benefits and accomplishments that unions
have achieved for their members. In my opinion, they should
be joining us and helping so everyone can survive this
economic crisis.
Q:
A:
Taking Costa Mesa back. It was a great feeling seeing all
unions come together to fight the Costa Mesa City Council
and to honor Huy Pham’s memory.
Q:
What do you think are the biggest challenges for OCEA
members in the coming year, and how can we best tackle
those challenges together?
A:
The biggest challenge will be educating our members
and having them understand that our union is fighting to
preserve their benefits and their jobs. There is so much
incorrect information being published in the papers, on
television and on blogs. We need to tell the truth about
how much public employees contribute to society. We must
support politicians who will help our members.
You found our hidden contest!
We’re holding a contest for our magazine readers.
To enter, send an email to contest@oceamember.org by Dec. 16 with “Magazine
contest” as the subject. You’ll be entered in a raffle to win one of three prizes:
Disneyland (two tickets), K1 Speed ($50 gift card) and AMC Theatres (two tickets).
Congratulations to the winners from the last issue, OCEA members Iriss Barriga
(Child Support Services), Nancy Miller (Community Services) and Patricia
Hernandez (Probation).
The winner will be announced on Dec. 19 at www.facebook.com/oceamember.
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Special Promotion: Pay additional $3.00 at
the ticket booth and receive the Unlimited
Fountain Drinks voucher for all day! Offer
valid 11-5-11 thru 12-31-11.
Disneyland & California Adventure:
1-DAY 1-PARK ADMISSION: $75/Adult;
$70/Child ages 3-11 (Reg. $80 & $74).
Park Hopper and Annual Passes are also
available. Offer only available online.
Knott’s Berry Farm:
$30/Adult; $21/Child ages 3-11 and
Seniors 62+ (Reg. $55.99 & $25.99).
Tickets expire 12-31-11. Online tickets
available.
LEGOLAND California:
Single-day admission with 2nd day FREE:
$55/Person ages 3 & up (Reg. $72/Adult
& $62/Child). Online tickets available.
Hopper: $65/Person ages 3 & up (Reg.
$95/Adult & $85/Child). Offer only
available online. All tickets expire
12-13-12.
San Diego Zoo:
$32/Adult; $24/Child ages 3-11 (Reg.
$40 & $30). Tickets expire 8-02-12.
San Diego Zoo Safari Park:
$40 & $30). Tickets expire 8-02-12.
SeaWorld San Diego:
Single-day admission: $45/Person ages 3
& up (Reg. $69.99).
Online tickets available.
Six Flags Magic Mountain:
$26/Adult; $18/Child under 48” (Reg.
$59.99 & $29.99). Tickets expire
12-31-11.
Universal Studios Hollywood:
3-day admission: $64/Person ages 3 &
up (Reg. $74).Annual Pass w/Blackouts,
Annual Pass w/out Blackouts and
Premium Star Passes are also available.
All passes must be activated by 12-3111. Offers only available online.
Dinner entertainment
Battle of the Dance Dinner Show:
Platinum: $72/Adult; $40/Child ages
12 & under (Reg. $90 & $45); Gold:
$48/Adult; $25/Child (Reg. $60 & $30);
Reservation required. Visit OCEA website
for more information. Tickets expire
12-13-11.
Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament:
$42/Adult; $32/Child ages 12 & under
(Reg. $58 & $36) Tickets expire 9-30-12.
Special Promotion: Buy One Get One
Free during the month of November!
Offer valid with the purchase of adult
admission only.
Pirate’s Dinner Adventure:
$59 & $40). Tickets expire 11-30-12.
Special Promotion: Adult admission at
the price of child’s during the month of
November!
Movie Theaters
AMC Theatres (Loews & Cineplex):
$6/person (Reg. $12.50).
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); ski tickets
(including Mammoth Mountain Ski
Resort). It also offers up to 25% off on
car rentals! Offers only available online.
So Cal Attractions
Aquarium of the Pacific:
$28 & $13). Tickets expire 11-30-12.
Online tickets available.
BOOMERS! (FAMILY FUN CENTERS):
$15/Person (Reg. $29.99).
Catalina Flyer:
$66.50 & $51). Reservation required.
Tickets expire 12-31-11.
Krikorian Premiere Theatres:
$7.50/person (Reg. $11).
Catalina Express:
$66.50 & $51). Tickets expire 12-31-11.
Special Promotion: Travel Free on your
Birthday! For more details please visit
website www.CalalinaExpress.com
Regal Entertainment Group:
$7.50/person (restricted); $6.50/person
(unrestricted) (Reg. $12).
Discovery Science Center:
$11/Person ages 3 & up (Reg. $12.95
& $9.95).
Century Cinema:
$7.50/person (Reg. $10.50).
ONE-TIME EVENTS
Disney on Ice:
TOY STORY 3 $24.50/Person (Reg.
$27.50). Fri. 12-23-11 at 1 p.m. Honda
Center, Anaheim. Seating section 203.
Tickets are sold on first come first serve
basis. Limited ticket quantity available.
Segerstrom Center for the Arts (formerly
OC Performing Arts):
Check www.oceamember.org for current
details. Offer only available online.
Giant Paintball Parks:
$39/Person ages 10 & up (Value of $65).
Passes include: all-day admission; all-day
air; paintball gun rental; full-face musk
rental; and 200 rounds of paintballs.
Valid for all Paintball Parks locations
(Bellflower, Chino, Castaic, Alpine &
Lakeside). Passes expire 6-30-12.
K1 Speed:
$15/Person (Reg. $25.95). Drivers must
be at least 4’11”.
Madame Tussauds Wax Museum:
$25 & $18). Tickets expire 12-31-11.
Offer only available online.
Newport Landing Whale Watching:
$15/Adult; $10/Junior ages 3-12 (Reg.
$30 & 25); Visit OCEA website for more
information. Tickets not sold at the OCEA
Special Events office. Discount available
upon reservation and checking. OCEA
membership card required.
Sports
Anaheim Ducks:
Up to 44% off regular prices for select
games. Check www.oceamember.org for
game schedule and ticket prices. Tickets
only available online.
Davey’s Locker Sportfishing:
1/2 day: $30/Adult; $25/Junior ages
3-12 (Reg. $40 & $33). 3/4 day: $52/
Adult; $45/Junior ages 3-12 (Reg. $69
& $59); Visit OCEA website for more
information. Tickets not sold at the OCEA
Special Events office. Discount available
upon reservation and checking. OCEA
membership card required.
Monster Jam:
7 p.m. Jan. 14 and 28; Feb. 11 at Angel
Stadium, Anaheim; $17-$27/Adult (Reg.
$22-$32); $10/Child ages 2-12. 7 p.m.
Feb. 18 at Dodger Stadium, Los Angeles;
$15-$35/Adult (Reg. $20-$40); $10/Child
ages 2-12. Discount does not apply to
Total Access, Club seats, child admissions
or $20 price level. A $2 event fee will
apply to all Los Angeles ticket sales.
For information or to purchase tickets,
contact Chel Bishop at (866) 248-8740,
ext. 114 or cbishop@feldgroupsales.com.
Offer expires Wednesday prior to each
event. All sales are final. TICKETS ARE
NOT AVAILABLE AT THE OCEA SPECIAL
EVENTS OFFICE.
Supercross:
7 p.m. Jan. 7 and Feb. 4 at Angel
Stadium, Anaheim; $30-$45/Person
(Reg. $35-$50). 7 p.m. Jan. 21 at Dodger
Stadium, Los Angeles; $30-$55/Person
(Reg. $35-$60). Discount does not
apply to Club seats or $20 price level.
A $2 event fee will apply to all Los
Angeles ticket sales. For information or
to purchase tickets, contact Chel Bishop
at (866) 248-8740, ext. 114 or cbishop@
feldgroupsales.com. Offer expires
Wednesday prior to each event. All sales
are final. TICKETS ARE NOT AVAILABLE
AT THE OCEA SPECIAL EVENTS OFFICE.
Seasonal
SNOW VALLEY MOUNTAIN RESORT:
$35/Adult; $25/Teen ages 13-19
(Reg. $64 & $54). All-day passes. No
restrictions. No blackouts. Lift tickets
expire at the end of ski season (April
2012).
SNOW SUMMIT BIG BEAR MOUNTAIN
RESORT:
$42/Adult; $34/Student ages 13-21. Allday passes. Restrictions and blackouts
apply. Check www.oceamember.org for
more details. Lift tickets expire at the end
of ski season (April 2012).
OCEA e-ticket programs
For up-to-date listings on all available tickets, go to www.oceamember.org.
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OCEA EMPLOYEE
OCEA discounts
Check OCEA’s website, www.oceamember.org, for full details.
Automotive & Car Rentals
Chiropractic & Dental Services
The Red Book: New cars at fleet prices! For details, go to
www.redbook4autos.com or call (800) 422-4561.
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.
Avis: Up to 25% savings on selected cars through
corporate program. OCEA corporate code T815000. For
details please call Shawn Mees at (866) 380-8329 ext.
4104 or shawn.mees@avisbudgetsolutions.com.
Budget: Up to 25% savings on selected cars through
corporate program. OCEA corporate code X627900. For
details please call Shawn Mees at (866) 380-8329 ext.
4104 or shawn.mees@avisbudgetsolutions.com.
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 conveniently located at 2208 N. Main Street #B,
Santa Ana, CA 92706 (at the corner of Main and Buffalo
Street; close by School First Credit Union). For details
please call (714) 542-9400. Clip coupon on page 25.
GotCarWash.com: $24.99 unlimited monthly carwashes!
Visit www.oceamember.org for more information (please
click on the following tabs: Tickets & Discounts-OCEA
Discounts-Automotive & Car Rental).
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: Great savings through Tickets-At-Work
Corporate Program! Call (800) 847-4389. Corporate code
0010229234.
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 fansee79@yahoo.com.
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 wideranging 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 handdipped 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 $13.50 (Reg. $16.10).
Certificates are available at the OCEA Special Events
office by cash or ATM/debit card.
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
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 missirisb@yahoo.com
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) 8324001 or by email SkinFintessClinic@gmail.com.
Entertainment & Travel
2012 Entertainment Books: Orange County Edition, now
available at the OCEA Special Events office! $25/book
(Reg. $35-$45). Cash or ATM/debit card only.
Amtrak: Free Companion Coupons now available at the
OCEA Special Events office! Bring a companion along
free on your next trip aboard the Capitol Corridor, Pacific
Surfliner or San Joaquin and connecting Thruway Bus
service through May 18, 2012. Restrictions and blackouts
apply. Visit OCEA website www.oceamember.org for more
details. Please note: original coupon must be presented
at the ticket counter of your nearest staffed Amtrak
station or to the conductor if departing from an unstaffed
station. For schedules and reservation please visit www.
AmtrakCalifornia.com and www.CapitolCorridor.com.
Discount code: H879.
Club Med Vacations and Cruises: 30% to 50% off on lastminute vacation packages! Contact LaVonne Campbell at
(714) 991-7222 to schedule your trip.
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) 914-7159, email
OCFunPartyRentals@gmail.com, 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 janetcarlos00@msn.com
(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!
Kalaidecam Photography: 15% off when customer
mentions the code “OCEA”. Visit www.kalaidecam.com
for more information.
Main Photo & Imaging Services: 20% off all your photo
and digital needs! Visit www.mainphoto.com for more
details.
30 Minute Photos Etc.: Online boutique photo service
offers 40% off for all OCEA members’ orders. Corporate
code: IRVINE.
Scrapbooking
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.
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.
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. Visit www.lindora.com/
partners/ocea or call (800) LINDORA for more details.
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 ja0590@att.com.
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 karen.patton@
sprint.com.
T-Mobile: 15% discount on qualifying monthly
recurring charges for the OCEA members and their
families! Promotion code: 13302; Promotion code:
13302TMOFAV. Discount Contact: (877) 453-8824.
Verizon: Save 15% on select monthly plans. Apply online
using Government Employee Program E-Code EMD70.
Discount Contact: www.verizonwireless.com/getdiscount.
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
scunny69803@aol.com.
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); ski tickets (including Mammoth Mountain Ski
Resort). It also offers 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.
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
Need to purchase gifts for the holiday
season but you don’t have time to go
shopping?
Be sure to check out the inside front cover of this issue to
learn about OCEA’s E-ticket program and how to purchase
tickets online from your home computer.
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.
Now you can purchase
certain tickets online at
www.oceamember.org
OCEA EMPLOYEE
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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 Niyaz Pirani if you wish to cancel your ad, or
regarding corrections or other changes. Mail your classified ads to Niyaz Pirani at OCEA
Headquarters, 830 N. Ross St., Santa Ana, fax them to (714) 835-7654 or email them to
npirani@oceamember.org.
RENTALS
AUTO
2007 Honda Accord SE (Special Edition): White exterior/tan interior. 58,000 miles.
A/C, 6-CD changer,power doors, power windows, power steering, cruise control.
Great condition, no accidents, runs great and drives smooth! Just purchased and
realized car is too small for my family. Information: Lynn, (714) 457-4309. 12/10
CARPOOLERS NEEDED
Go to www.ridematch.info to request a carpool matchlist from the regional rideshare
agency. Learn more about alternate commute options at www.CommuteSmart.info.
FOR SALE
Stemware and shot glasses. Dansk Crystal stemware set features a flora-clear pattern
and includes 13 fluted champagne glasses, 13 wine glasses and 13 cordial glasses.
Set is in excellent condition; many pieces still have original stickers. Asking $250, but
will consider other serious offers. Also for sale: Set of 6 shot glasses, clear and simple
pattern, excellent condition. $12. Photos available by requeInformation: Margaret,
(714) 394-4081 or mprimaverbeck@sbcglobal.net. 9/11
1997 Mariah Shabah 180/SE 18’ Open Bow Family Ski Boat. Trailer length: With
Tounge 23’3” Without Tounge 20’10”Trailer Width:8’2”. Horse Power 190; Lockable
Ski Storage; Draft Drive Down 34”; Bimini Top; Draft Drive Up 17”; Digital Depth
Gauge; Fuel Capacity 30 Gallons; Swim Ladder; Transom Dead Rise 18 degrees; Trim
Gauge; Freeboard Bow 3’; Tilt Wheel; Freeboard Aft 2’10”; Compass; Beam 7’8”; AM/
FM cassette; Wiring connection flat 4-plug; Dock lines; Hitch ball required 2”; Anchor;
Swim platform; Custom tow cover; Passenger capacity 9; Swivel chairs; Sterndrive/
motor; 2 built-in coolers; MerCruiser Alpha One V-6, 4.3 liter; high-flow bilge pump;
all accessories included. $6,700. Information: Beth or Gordon, (949) 322-0713 or
bblevine@cox.net. 9/11
Furniture and drum set. Items for sale include antique solid oak entertainment center
with etched glass doors, large drawers and hidden shelving, 66”x60”x22” ($150);
Shabby Chic white lamp with shade ($30), white twin headboard ($49), night stand
($80); 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 bubutoo@cox.net. 8/11
Women’s designer suits. Sizes 4-8, large selection of pant suits/skirt suits, $50 each.
Variety of colors. Information: Lynn, (714) 865-3646. 01/11
Lazyboy. Grey corduroy recliner, good condition. $150. Information: (714) 904-9759.
10/10
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. 9/11
Townhouse in Buena Park, tri-level unit in gated community near Knott’s Berry
Farm. 2 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms. Unit includes kitchen with all appliances, washer/
dryer, fireplace, central AC/heating, patio, third-level balcony and attached 2-car
garage. $1,550/month; $2,000 deposit. Available Oct. 1. Information (9 a.m.-7 p.m.):
Claudette, 310-901-7634. 9/11
Apartment in Fullerton, near 57 Freeway and Cal State Fullerton. Complex includes
4 pools, fitness center, club houses and more. No deposit required as this is a lease
takeover through Dec. 5, 2011. $1140/month. Tenant can work with landlord to
negotiate lease after Dec. 5. Information: (714) 882-9974. 7/11
Room in Fullerton. Room is in a two-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment near
Fullerton College Library and Hill Crest Park. $600, plus utilities. Roomate would
preferably be a single Christian female. Information: Donna, (714) 336-1355. 7/11
Room in Mission Viejo. Room is in a tri-level house near the Oso Parkway exit on
the 5 Freeway. $600/month. Renter would have to share a bathroom with 1 person.
Information: Alicia, (949) 413-2490. 7/11
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
House in Garden Grove, near Haster Street and Garden Grove Boulevard. 3
bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. $1900/month; deposit of $1,900. Large yard, recently
remodeled. Information: John, (714) 904-3174. 5/11
Room in Mission Viejo. Room includes own bathroom separate from bedroom, walkin closet. $700/month; $750 deposit. Rent includes cable, wireless internet, plus
kitchen use and access to community pools, spas, basketball court and Lake Mission
Viejo and Irvine Lake. No smoking or drinking allowed. Available June 1. Information:
ninatolone@yahoo.com. 5/11
Condo in Santa Ana, near Santa Ana College and Civic Center. 3 bedrooms, 2 full
bathrooms, one car detached garage with an additional parking space, approximately
1,050 sq. ft. Utilities included, except electricity. $1,600.00/month plus deposit.
Information: (714) 961-8073. 09/10
Items For Sale. Maytag side-by-side white refrigerator with ice and water dispenser on
door, 4 years old, in excellent working condition. Large gold tone mirror, $75. Ikea
black twin size bed, mattress frame and boards, $100. Solid wood china hutch with 9
drawers, top lights and glass shelving, excellent condition, $450. Information: Laura,
(714) 388-7092 or email omgitslaura@yahoo.com. Best offers will be considered and
will help with delivery if local. Pictures available. 10/10
Retired Employees Association. Join the Retired Employees Association. Participate
for only $1 a month. Information: (714) 840-3995, fax (714) 840-7189, email reaoc@
reaoc.org or www.reaoc.org.
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 icianfw@earthlink.net.
Orange County Office on Aging. Free information on services for older adults, (800)
510-2020.
03/10
RETIREE SERVICES
WANTED
Baby items for donation. Items needed include baby crib, playpen, baby clothes and
toys. Contact: Carolyn, (714) 974-7369. 9/11
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community.
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coworkers, updates on important developments in your workplace and reminders
about events.
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