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USPS 2020?: NALC President Fredric V. Rolando presented an address November 20 in Washington to a Rutgers University Center for
Research in Regulated Industries workshop, painting a creative, visionary picture of how jobs in the Postal Service might be
saved over the next 10 years in. “Finding new uses of the mail and new uses of our network is crucial to a viable future,” he
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Letter carrier heroes to appear on "Oprah": Five NALC members will appear on "The Oprah Winfrey
Show" set to air Tuesday, November 24, in an episode about unsung
heroes in America.
Appearing on the pre-recorded show
are Walter Hayes, St. Louis, MO; Melissa
Kelly and Patty Arismendez, both of Bakersfeld, CA; Alan Girard, Oakland, CA; and
Robert Sweeny, Sacramento, CA.
Check your local television listings for time
and station in your area. Bulletin |
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It’s that time of year again: FEHBP Open Season is under way—your chance to select the health plan and FSA coverage that’s right for you. The NALC’s Health Benefit Plan has added new benefits for 2010, and Director of Health Benefits Timothy C. O’Malley challenges all members make an informed decision by comparing the NALC HBP with other federal plans via OPM’s Insurance Programs website here. Open Season ends December 14. Postal Record | Bulletin | Health Benefit Plan |
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Union Plus: With all the talk about reforming health care, it's a good idea to know what you already have at your disposal. And that's where UnionPlus can help. From a Medical Bill Negotiating Service to Eldercare to discounts on Consumer Reports Health, Union Plus can help you save some time and money while figuring out your medical needs. You can find these and other money-saving benefits from Union Plus by clicking here. |
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Inaugural MDA bowlathon: Branches that took part in the first-ever national NALC "Deliver the Cure" bowlathon for the Muscular Dystrophy Association are reminded that reporting forms must be received by Headquarters no later than December 1. More | Bulletin |
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Material Reference System (MRS) available online: An updated MRS—a prime resource for NBAs, RAAs, branch officers and shop stewards in their duties enforcing the National Agreement—can be found here. |
| 2009 JCAM going to print: NALC and USPS have agreed to publish the 2009 Joint Contract Administration Manual. The latest version will be sent to all NALC branches upon publication. It is now available online here. |
| Change your address? Make sure your union can stay in touch with you. Call or write the Membership Department if your address changes. |
| Contract-related or work rule question? Letter carriers who need information and assistance should contact the National Business Agent in their region. Locate your NBA here. |
| COR Powerpoint Joint NALC/USPS Powerpoint slide presentation and presenter's notes on Carrier Optimal Routing [COR] in the Modified Interim Alternate Route Adjustment Process [MIARAP] is now available here. |
Updated Route Inspection Kit (12/06) available here. (Route Inspection Kit for Windows Vista available here.) |
| Route protection materials online available here. |
| Online form for bylaw changes available here. |
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