Civil Service

The GCEA monitors Civil Service proceedings, changes, and proposed modifications in retirement laws, workers' compensation and other laws that affect you, your family and your job.

Financial Employee Assistance Program

This is a financial Employee Assistance Program. An interest-free loan is available to GCEA members who meet the criteria set forth by the Employee Assistance Committee (EAC). GCEA members who desire to take out a loan must fill out an application for review and approval or denial of the loan by the EAP Committee.

Gym Reimbursement

GCEA members are entitled to gym fee reimbursement of up to $150.00/year. Members must show proof of payment and an attendance history requirement of 50 visits/year-gym of your choosing.

Insurance

Vision Care

An eye care group plan is available to all GCEA members. Our plan is through VSP plan that includes GCEA members plus their dependents. The VSP plan includes eye exam and glass once a year. Employees must fill out the form that’s sent out by Human Resources during open enrollment in order to be in the system. Your employer pays the premium.

Long Term Disability Insurance

This coverage is available to all GCEA members. Disability coverage pays 50% of the member's monthly salary with a 60% buy-up option which the employee pays monthly through payroll deduction. Your employer pays the premium for basic coverage.

Legal Assistance

A free phone consultation for legal assistance is available through the GCEA office to all GCEA members. Please note; Calls have to be non-work related.

Mortuary Fund

The proceeds from this fund are payable to the beneficiary in the event of death, provided the deceased was a GCEA member and currently employed with the City. The beneficiary will be paid upon presentation of a certified death certificate or dated obituary. All monies from payroll assessments are received by the GCEA.

Recreational and Social Activities

GCEA members may take part in a variety of events and activities such as golf tournaments, an annual picnic and Football Grid Pix.
GCEA members are entitled to discount tickets that include most: movie theatres, amusement parks, and water parks in Southern California. Please note: all ticket sales are final and non-refundable.

Retirement

The Public Employees' Retirement Betterment Committee is actively engaged in leading a statewide effort to upgrade the City Employees' Retirement System.

Optional Services - Provided through the GCEA Office

Short Term Disability Insurance - AFLAC

Pre-Paid Legal

Group Life Insurance - Principal Life Insurance