United States House and Senate Pass Social Security Fairness Act – And President Biden is Expected to Sign it Into Law – Eliminating Unfair Penalties for City of San Diego Retirees and Future Retirees
Over the weekend, in the wee hours of the final week of work for this term of the United States Senate, the chamber voted overwhelmingly to effectively increase Social Security benefits for about 3 million federal, state and local public sector workers – including City of San Diego retirees and future retirees – who are eligible for Social Security benefits […]
Read more >>Budget Consequences of the Defeat of the City’s Sales Tax Ballot Measure
The final results are now official, and the City’s Sales Tax Ballot Measure E has lost by a razor thin majority, with 50.3% of City of San Diego voters saying NO and 49.7% voting YES. Out of more than 573,000 votes cast, Measure E fell just 3,500 votes short of passage. This is an incredibly disappointing and frustrating result, especially […]
Read more >>Announcing a new MEA member benefit – discounts for performances at award-winning local theaters
Dear MEA Members, We are pleased to announce a new benefit for MEA Members – discount tickets for performances at the award-winning Old Globe Theaters, Cygnet Theater, and La Jolla Playhouse. These cultural institutions have enriched and delighted generations of San Diegans and now, MEA members can attend with family and friends, for less. The discounts even apply to Dr. […]
Read more >>BREAKING NEWS: MEA AND CITY REACH TENTATIVE AGREEMENT FOR NEW 3-YEAR CONTRACT WITH A 21% GENERAL SALARY INCREASE!
MEA’s Negotiating Team has reached a Tentative Agreement (TA) with the City on a new 3-year Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to begin on July 1, 2023 and end on June 30, 2026. On Mayor Todd Gloria’s recommendation, the City Council approved this TA in a closed session meeting today and, if MEA’s membership votes to ratify it next week, these new contract terms […]
Read more >>MEA Holiday Party Tickets Are Still Available – Get Your Tickets Now and Join Us on December 14
Missed the opportunity to register for tickets for the MEA Holiday Party? We have a few tickets still available. Reach out now to get yours! First come, first served. Come celebrate the Holiday season with your colleagues and Union family on Saturday, December 14 at the Mission Valley Marriott from 5:30 to 11:00 p.m. The night will include a three-course […]
Read more >>MEA ANNOUNCES NEW AND IMPROVED 2024 HOLIDAY PARTY AT NEW VENUE — ONLINE REGISTRATION FOR TICKETS NOW OPEN!
Come celebrate the Holiday season with your colleagues and Union family on Saturday, December 14 at the Mission Valley Marriott from 5:30 to 11:00 p.m. The night will include a three-course gourmet dinner beginning at 6:30 p.m., as well as a DJ, dancing, photo booth, and raffle with great prizes. For the last 10 years, MEA has hosted this event […]
Read more >>MEA’s 2024 Election Endorsements
MEA’s 2024 Election Endorsements Thank you for considering your union’s recommendations as you prepare to cast your vote this year. Addressing the issues you care about requires good partners and adequate resources. Your elected MEA Board of Directors has endorsed the following candidates and measures in the City of San Diego: Citywide: Mayor: Todd Gloria Mayor Todd Gloria has been […]
Read more >>Reminder: This Thursday – MEA’s General Membership Meeting – October 3, 2024
President Michele Chicarelli and the Membership Committee of the San Diego Municipal Employees Association cordially invite you to MEA’s Annual General Membership Meeting. Join us as we celebrate YOU! Free to all active and retired MEA members and their guests. Thursday, October 3, 2024 Balboa Park Club, 2150 Pan American West Road Doors open at 5:00 p.m. Dinner/Mexican Cuisine Buffet […]
Read more >>Theater Tickets are Selling Fast for Holiday Performances
As you are planning your end of year activities, consider seeing a play at one of the three award-winning local theaters where MEA active and retiree members enjoy discounts. All of them have holiday performances that are selling fast! The Old Globe Theater Dr. Seuss’s How the Grinch Stole Christmas. Choose seats in Area A and Premium seating and get […]
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