The OPEA Breakroom
A production of the Oklahoma Public Employees Association. Produced by Rachelle Johnson
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The OPEA Break Room
The OPEA Break Room!
OPEA Executive Director Sterling Zearley joins Scott and Mark for a recap of the first week of the 2010 legislative session, and some frank comments about deficiencies with the governor's "State of the State" address. February 4th, 2010
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Scott and Mark welcome Lieutenant Governor Jari Askins to the OPEA Break Room. A long-time friend to state employees, the Lt. Governor talks honestly and openly about her passion for Oklahoma's public servants. January 28th, 2010
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Scott and Mark welcome State Representative David Dank to the OPEA Break Room for a conversation about tax breaks, restoring nutrition programs for the elderly, and providing relief for state employees. January 21st, 2010
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The OPEA Break Room!
Mark and Trish are joined in studio by Representative Wallace Collins, long-time friend of state employees. Collins talks about current RIFs scheduled in Norman, and what he thinks the upcoming session holds. Is there a silver lining for state employees? Find out on the OPEA Break Room! January 14th, 2009
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Scott, Mark and Dennis gear up for the new season of "The Break Room", and welcome state Representative Ken Miller to OPEA. Miller discusses his thoughts on Oklahoma's budget shortfall and offers suggestions on how state employees can make it through the rough times ahead. January 7th, 2010
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The OPEA Break Room!
Join Scott and Mark for the final "BReak Room" of 2009, with a wrap up on prison privatization, state employee RIFS, and complaints against the Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services. November 19th, 2009
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The OPEA Break Room!
Mark, Sterling and Trish discuss OPEA voting results regarding geographical representation, information about running for a board seat, and current news regarding the state's economy and how that affects state employees. November 12th, 2009
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The OPEA Break Room!
Representative Mike Christian and OPEA's Legislator of the Year, Representative Randy Terrill, join Scott on The Break Room. November 5th, 2009
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The OPEA Break Room!
Scott, Dennis, and Mark discuss current state employee issues and address a recent Oklahoman editorial. October 29th, 2009
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The OPEA Break Room!
Mark and Sterling urge members to vote in the current Bylaws election, and Grievance Coordinator Clyde McLendon talks about how OPEA helped put seven DOC employees back on the job, on today's Break Room! October 22nd, 2009
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The OPEA Break Room!
Rep. Lewis Moore, HD 96, talks about the State Insurance Working Group. October 15th, 2009
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The OPEA Break Room!
Scott and Trish discuss current issues regarding VOBOs and the importance of strong numbers in the association. Jennifer L. from OECU talks about the perks being offered by OECU to new and existing OPEA members. October 8th, 2009
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Dr. Terry Cline, State Health Commissioner, on the Break Room! September 24th, 2009
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Scott and Dennis discuss State employee issues, a few items from the convention, and the possibility of a special session. September 17th, 2009.
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The following excerpt is from the House of Representatives Human Services Committee Interim Study meeting held on Sept 8th, 2009. The first meeting focused primarily on Foster care. Only the first hour of the meeting is available.
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Brian Kirtley, HR Director from ODOT on the Break Room! August 20th, 2009
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Trish and Mark discuss current issues with the Dept. of Mental Health, the state budget, as well as the upcoming convention. August 13th, 2009
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Mark and Trish discuss insurance, furloughs, the upcoming convention and more. August 6th, 2009
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Pt 2 of 2 - OJA Director Gene Christian joins the conversation in the Break Room! July 30th, 2009
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