Since 1947, the Safety Employees’ Benefit Association (SEBA) has proudly served the men and women of law enforcement within San Bernardino County.

SEBA’s mission is to protect and promote the well-being and image of its members in the areas of:

  • Collective bargaining
  • Protection of member rights
  • Political action to promote the goals of the Association
  • Services of benefit to the member
  • Community involvement
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    SEBA
    735 E. Carnegie Dr., Ste. 125
    San Bernardino, CA 92408
    909.885.6074 • 800.655.7322
    Fax 909.383.6600 • www.seba.biz





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    Representation
    Legislative Power
    Insurance
    Financial Services
    Peace Officer's Relief Fund
    Special Discounts
    Publication
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    Collective Bargaining


    SEBA represents over 3,100 active, associate, reserve, and retired members. Approximately seventy-five percent of our membership is represented at the bargaining table. Our primary mission to our membership is collective bargaining. Negotiating to protect and improve the wages, benefits, and working conditions of our members is of paramount importance and overrides all other priorities.
    SEBA is currently comprised of five bargaining units:

  • Safety Unit
  • Safety Management & Supervisory Unit
  • Specialized Peace Officer Unit
  • Specialized Peace Officer Supervisory Unit
  • Hazardous Materials Unit
  • Contracts, otherwise known as Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), for our bargaining units cover overlapping periods that require SEBA to expend extensive periods at the bargaining table.

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    Representation

    Field Representatives


    Safeguarding the jobs and rights of SEBA members has the highest priority, that’s why SEBA has a full-time team of professional Field Representatives available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. We are here to assist members with critical incidents, grievances, Internal Affairs interviews, administrative appeals hearings, contract dispute resolution, and much more. All conversations are kept in the strictest of confidence.



    Attorneys

    Members have the benefit of representation through the Peace Officers Research Association of California (PORAC) Legal Defense Fund for job-related civil, criminal, and administrative actions. SEBA retains the legal expertise of the Law Firm of Silver, Hadden and Silver for issues ranging from member representation to contract negotiations. The firm also acts as General Counsel to the Association.



    Pre-Paid Legal Service

    Members may contract with Pre-Paid Legal Services for personal legal needs. Coverage can also include family members living in the same household, and protection against identity theft.

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    Legislative Power

    One of the most important areas that affect you, the member, is politics. Our members are employed by governmental jurisdictions that are political in nature, therefore, one key facet of SEBA is to represent you in the political arena.

    Through the financial support of our members, SEBA has significantly expanded its political action activities. SEBA supports those candidates and issues that better government as a whole and protect our community.



    Federal

    SEBA, through our affiliation with the Peace Officers Research Association of California (PORAC), has the benefit of being represented in Washington, D.C. by the law firm of Patton Boggs.

    Patton Boggs is recognized as a nationally renowned leader in legislative advocacy at the federal level.

    In 2004, SEBA established its first ever Federal Political Action Committee. The purpose of this committee is to allow SEBA to participate in a limited role in supporting candidates for federal office.



    State

    SEBA has become very active in state politics. We employ the Sacramento based firm of Aaron Read and Associates to represent us on issues critical to the livelihood of our members.

    SEBA has a well-funded Political Action Committee dedicated for use at the state level.



    Local

    Our Local Political Action Committee is pivotal in ensuring our access to local elected officials who are supportive of law enforcement issues and concerns.



    SEBA Law Enforcement Voter Guide

    In an effort to further assist our endorsed candidates, SEBA produces a Law Enforcement Voter Guide for distribution to registered voters throughout San Bernardino County. The guide targets those residents likely to vote and can be directed into specific races.

    The inaugural issue of the Voter Guide occurred in October 2004, with a distribution size of approximately 282,000 pieces.

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    Insurance

    Term Life Insurance


    All members initially are provided with $2,500 Basic Life Coverage by SEBA. Spouse and dependents are covered for $1,000 each. Additional member coverage up to $500,000, spouse coverage up to $250,000, and dependent child coverage up to $10,000 is available through Standard of Oregon Insurance Company.



    Long Term Care

    The California Law Enforcement Association (CLEA) offers this excellent voluntary program for all members and their spouse to protect them from the potentially devastating costs of long term care. Included is lifetime coverage, inflation protection, death benefit, return of premium option, and is a fully paid-up plan in 20 years.



    AD&D

    Automatically receive a free $1,000 (off the job) and $5,000 (on the job) Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance policy through PORAC.



    AFLAC

    Group rates are available for Accident, Intensive Care, Heart, Disability, and Cancer insurance. As a special honor to our military members, AFLAC will waive your premiums while you are deployed to assist in the fight on terrorism.



    Auto & Homeowners Insurance

    Preferred rates are available for auto, home, renters and mortgage insurances through California Casualty Insurance Company and Central City Insurance Agency, Inc., which is a representative for The Hartford, Safeco, Progressive, and Mercury Insurance Companies. Automatic payroll deduction is available.



     


     
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    Financial Services


    Widow and Orphan Fund


    A cash payment of $6,000 is paid to the surviving spouse or children of active sworn members. Payment is made within 24 hours.



    Scholarships

    Eligible dependents of a sworn peace officer member may apply for the $5,000 Richard E. Scovel Scholarship or the $2,500 SEBA Scholarship. Dependents of Reserve members may apply for the $1,000 Reserve Scholarship.



    Emergency Financial Assistance


    Application and approval by the Board of Directors is required. An emergency short-term loan is available when all other avenues have been exhausted. Repayment required through automatic payroll deduction.



    Credit Unions

    All members are eligible to join the CAHP Credit Union which specializes in serving law enforcement officials, offers electronic payroll deposits, discounted VISA cards, and other services. Members may also join the Norton Community Credit Union that offers discounted rates to SEBA members.



    Notary Service

    Free notary service is available to all members.



    Flex Mortgage Program

    Through Bank of America, this program is specifically designed for peace officers and firefighters. Purchase a home for as little as 1% or $500 down. Flexible credit guidelines and no income restrictions.



    Military Members

    For our military members actively serving in the fight on terrorism, basic SEBA dues is waived during the time of their deployment. As a special thank you, care packages are sent to all deployed members on a quarterly basis.

    The Star & Shield Magazine, our monthly publication, also honors family members who are serving our great country in the fight against terrorism.


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    Peace Officer’s Relief Fund


    The Peace Officer’s Relief Fund (PORF) was established in 1993 to assist SEBA members during their time of financial difficulties. The following benefits are available through the PORF:



    Sickness and Accident Coverage


    The Peace Officer’s Relief Fund provides financial aid to participating members in case of sickness, accident, or financial distress. Up to 6 months disability payments are available when all other sources of income have been exhausted. Some restrictions apply.



    LASIK Vision Correction

    Qualified members can receive up to a $500 rebate for LASIK vision correction. Area vision centers also offer discounts to SEBA members. Some restrictions apply.



    Long Term Disability Coverage

    Long Term Disability covers on and off duty illness or injury up to 80% of member’s salary prior to disability. This benefit is County-paid for some bargaining units and available for purchase for others. Call SEBA to verify coverage for your specific unit.



    Chiropractic Care

    Receive unlimited chiropractic treatment through Redlands Chiropractic Clinics with a $5.00 co-pay per visit, including electric stimulation, roller table, traction, heat, hydro-massage therapy and inversion therapy included with visit at no-charge, acupuncture with $15.00 co-pay per visit, massage therapy 50% off, x-rays 50% off, and podiatry services 25% off.




     



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    Special Discounts


    Amusement Parks & Theatres


    Coupons available free of charge for most amusement parks and attractions in Southern California.

    Discounted tickets are available at the SEBA office for:


  • Aquarium of the Pacific
  • California Adventure<
  • Disneyland
  • Knott’s Berry Farm
  • Knott’s Halloween Haunt*
  • Knott’s Soak City*
  • Legoland
  • Los Angeles County Fair*
  • Pharaoh’s Lost Kingdom
  • Raging Waters*
  • San Diego Zoo
  • San Diego Wild Animal Park
    • Scandia Amusement Park
    • Sea World
    • Six Flags Magic Mountain
    • Universal Studios
    • AMC Theatres
    • CinemaStar Theatres
    • Edwards Theatres
    • Krikorian Luxury Theatres
    • Regal Cinemas
    • United Artist Theatres

    (*seasonal)


    Prices and availability subject to change without notice. Call for current rates and promotions.
      Pagers

    Display (“regular”) pagers and two-way text messaging pagers are available at great group rates. Add voice mail or a second number for only a few dollars more and great way to keep in touch with family!


    Enterprise Rent-A-Car

    Through affiliation with the California Law Enforcement Association, members are entitled to discounted rates from Enterprise Rent-A-Car. Use the CLEA Corporate ID#32C0416, and pin #CLE.


    Dell Employee Purchase Program

    Being a San Bernardino County employee entitles you to a 10% discount on Dell computers. Call Dell at 800.695.8133.


    Verizon Wireless

    Receive a 17% discount on America’s Choice calling plans priced $39.99 and above. Contact Alisa


     
      Sandifer at Verizon Wireless, 951.206.6100 and ask for the WSCA-Government plan discount.

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    Publications

    Star & Shield


    Official publication of SEBA is mailed directly to all members on a monthly basis. Keep up to date on issues affecting law enforcement with this informative magazine.



    PORAC News

    The PORAC News is the official monthly publication of the Peace Officers Research Association of California. Active, sworn SEBA members are automatically PORAC members and will receive this publication. Retired members may still receive the PORAC News by joining the Retired Peace Officers Association of California (RPOAC).



     
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    Contact Numbers


    SEBA


    AFLAC

    Bank of America Mortgage Program

    CAHP Credit Union

    California Casualty

    California Law Enforcement Assoc.

    Central City Insurance

    Dell Employee Purchase Program

    Norton Community Credit Union

    PORAC

    PORAC Legal Defense Fund

    Pre-Paid Legal Services

    Redlands Chiropractic

    Verizon Wireless WSCA-Government Plan


    909.885.6074 or 800.655.7322
    Fax 909-381-9364

    800.705.8554

    909.920.4530

    800.451.2247

    800.964.3903 ext. 5965

    800.832.7333

    909.307.6076

    800.695.8133

    909.382.7900

    800.937.6722

    800.255.5610

    909.234.2289

    909.792.4434

    951.206.6100

     

     

    San Bernardino County
    Safety Employees’ Benefit Association

    555 North E Street
    San Bernardino, CA 92401
    909.885.6074 or 800.655.SEBA

    www.seba.biz

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