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New Year, New Contracts: Preparing for the Next Round of Negotiations
As the new year unfolds, so does an opportunity to prepare for what lies ahead in 2025: the next round of collective bargaining. In the coming year, SLOCEA will be at the bargaining table for the Trades and Big Units at the County, as well as Unit 19 at the Superior Court...
Finding a Remedy through the Grievance Process
A grievance is a formalized, written complaint lodged by an employee against their employer if the employee has been negatively affected and has not been successful in remedying the problem through informal measures...
Achieving Your New Year’s Goals: A Practical Guide
As the calendar flips to a new year, many of us are inspired to set goals that reflect our hopes for a better future. However, the key to success lies in setting goals that are not only ambitious but also achievable. Here’s how you can make this year’s resolutions stick…
Maximize Your Retirement: The Power of a 457(b) Plan
As we step into the New Year, it’s the perfect time to reassess your financial goals and set yourself up for success. Retirement should be a time to relax, enjoy life, and celebrate….
Celebrating Progress, Preparing for the Future
As the year comes to an end, it’s a natural time to reflect on what we’ve achieved together and consider what lies ahead. For SLOCEA, 2024 was a year of progress and collaboration, thanks to the commitment and engagement of our members…
2025 Negotiating Teams Appointed by the Board of Directors
The SLOCEA Board of Directors has officially appointed the 2025 Negotiating Teams! Review the selection process and meet the Teams…
Maximizing Your Leave Balances
In preparations for 2025 negotiations with County’s Big Unit and Trades, we have been evaluating the benefits in the MOUs from our six bargaining units. Check out these handy charts showing current vacation and sick leave benefits and the differences between the County, the Superior Court and the Los Osos Community Services District (CSD).
A Look Back at 2024
As 2024 nears its end, I reflect on a year filled with growth, progress, and new beginnings. For me, it has been an especially meaningful year as I near the completion of my first year as Executive Director. It’s been a privilege to…
Public Service Spotlight: Michael Tabares
Public Service Spotlight is a monthly series featuring SLOCEA members who have reached milestone anniversaries in their careers! Join us this month in celebrating long-time SLOCEA member Mike Tabares!
Recognizing and Preventing Workplace Burnout
Workplace burnout has become a growing concern in many industries, especially as modern work cultures increasingly blur the boundaries between professional and personal life. Frequently characterized by chronic stress, exhaustion, and disengagement, burnout can…
Thanksgiving: A Tradition of Gratitude and Reflection
Thanksgiving holds a significant place in American culture, often regarded with the same reverence as Christmas and Easter. This cherished holiday, steeped in tradition, traces its roots back to the early days of the nation’s founding…
Recognizing October 20-26 as Lead Poisoning Prevention Week
National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week is a weeklong event that raises awareness about lead poisoning and how to prevent it in children. Check out this article from SLOCEA Steward, Haleigh Hayes.
You’re Invited: Annual General Membership Meeting
Join us on October 16th for SLOCEA's Annual General Membership meeting, catered by Órale Taqueria! RSVP Today!
The Power of Your Vote: Register Today!
As union members, you understand the power of collective action. Whether advocating for better wages, safer working conditions, or comprehensive benefits, your voice and vote have shaped the labor landscape for generations. Yet, one of the most powerful tools at your disposal is your vote...
Public Service Spotlight: Rachel Amick
Rachel Amick, a Program Review Specialist at the Department of Social Services, has spent 24 years making a difference in her community. Over the past two decades, she has shaped lives, made meaningful connections, and embodied the core mission of her department...
Hostile Work Environments: Recognize, Report & Protect
Most people have heard the term “hostile work environment”, but few are aware of the term’s definition under the law. People who are feeling uncomfortable or unhappy at work might wonder if they’re experiencing a hostile work environment, but it's important to differentiate between genuine hostile work conditions and other challenging workplace situations...
Be an Involved SLOCEA Member
SLOCEA is only as strong as the involvement and engagement of our members. While union membership provides numerous benefits, getting involved as an active member takes these advantages to the next level...
SLOCEA Endorses Clint Weirick for Grover Beach City Council
The San Luis Obispo County Employees' Association (SLOCEA) is proud to endorse Clint Weirick for Grover Beach City Council in the upcoming election...
New Option for Negotiating Team Candidates
The Board of Directors has passed a resolution to allow candidates for the Negotiating Team who cannot attend the October General Membership meeting to present their nomination candidacy via Zoom on an alternative date.
Side Letter Ratified for Unit 19 at San Luis Obispo Superior Court
SLOCEA is pleased to announce that a one year extension side-letter has been ratified by Unit 19, Supervisors at the San Luis Obispo Superior Court of California...