Fifty-two retirees attended the Florida State Retiree Meeting today, held in conjunction with the Florida Spring Seminar in Jacksonville, Florida. President of the Florida State Retiree Chapter, Dave Bernstein, introduced Judy Beard, Retirees Director, who explained the importance of retirees staying involved in the union.
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Florida State retiree members also discussed current state and federal legislation impacting postal workers and retirees, and made commitments to contacting their congressional representatives on these issues.
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A special award honoring Mario Miceli, the former president of the Florida State Retiree Chapter, will be presented to him in person a later time, as he was unable to attend. The large turnout was in great part a result of the efforts of Doris Orr-Richardson, the president of the Northeast Florida Area Local.
Retirement Congratulatory and Organizing Information for Local And State Officers and Stewards
As approximately 20,000 union members prepare to retire at the end of January and February, the APWU is wishing them well and encouraging them to stay connected to the union and their co-workers by joining the Retirees Department.
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Dues for retirees are just $3 per month, and are deducted directly from annuity payments.
Membership in the department brings many other benefits, said Judy Beard, Retirees Department director. They include the opportunity to continue health coverage with the APWU Health Plan, access to a variety of discount programs, a $5,000 accidental death and dismemberment policy, and the opportunity to stay informed about our struggles through The American Postal Worker magazine.
The national union is asking locals, state organizations and retiree chapters to sign-up retiring APWU members as they participate in retirement parties and other events commemorating the departure of so many long-time postal employees.
A January mailing to local and state presidents and retiree chapter presidents includes the following:
Letter to Local, State and Retiree Chapter Presidents [PDF]
Retiree Department Enrollment Form (Side 1) [PDF]
COPA Contribution Form (Side 2) [PDF]
Retirement Commendation [PDF] For Locals, States and Retiree Chapters to Distribute
Order Form for Gifts for Retiring Members [PDF]
For Locals, States and Retiree Chapters to Purchase and Distribute
Talking Points for Local, State and Retiree Chapter Leaders [PDF]
Incentive Program for Signing Up Incentive Recipients [PDF]
APWU OF FLORIDA LATEST NEWS
Crowne Plaza Jacksonville Riverfront
Jacksonville, Florida
April 2, 2013 - April 12, 2013
April 2, 2013 - April 12, 2013
APWU / American Postal Workers Union
1201 Riverplace Boulevard
Jacksonville, FL 32207
US
Phone: 1-843-760-5839 / 1-888-233-9527
Jacksonville, FL 32207
US
Phone: 1-843-760-5839 / 1-888-233-9527
We have an exceptional agenda in store for you at our upcoming event. It’s been designed to ensure your time at the event is not only productive, but enjoyable. We look forward to hosting you and your colleagues!
It is the responsibility of our Union, specifically our Stewards, to protect and represent our many employees when management oversteps their bounds. The State provides the training your Stewards need in order to fight this type of behavior.We have this training scheduled coming up in April.
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This training seminar will be held on the 4th, 5th and 6th of April, 2013 in Jacksonville. The Secretary / Treasurer training will be held in conjunction with our seminar on the 6th,7th and 8th of April, 2013.
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Stewards and officers please make your reservations early to prevent any issues with running out of rooms. We expect a large turnout from both the state and from around the nation. Thanks also goes out to the general membership for supporting your stewards with this training.
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One class will be of particular interest to all Union members. We will have a class on Federal Benefits on Saturday the 6th. We have a large number of employees from around the state that will retire on January 31st. There are a great many of us that wish we had planned better during our earlier years so that we could have been among those retiring.
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This class will cover some of those planning tactics that we need to prepare ourselves for when that time comes for us. Anyone interested in this class should contact me or keep checking the state website (apwuflorida.org) for updates. In Solidarity,
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Mark Teseniar, APWU of Florida Director of Education
PO Box 545, Tallevast, Fl 34270 941-266-3830
apwu.education@verizon.net
2013 APWU OF FLORIDA Spring Seminar 04/04/2013 to 04/06/2013
QuickBooks Training 04/06/2013 to 04/08/2013
Secretary - Treasurers Training Conference 04/06/2013 to 04/08/2013
Rates: Riverview Rooms Single or Double…$117.00
Sunset View Single or Double……....$117.00
Crowne Plaza Jacksonville Riverfront
1201 Riverplace Boulevard
Jacksonville, Fl 32207
Phone: 941-266-3830 Fax: 941-756-7608 E-mail: apwu.education@verizon.net Director of Education Mark Teseniar PO Box 545 Tallevast, Fl 34270
Reservations Use the website below to make your reservations This website will also be posted on the State website and the National website Calendar of events https://resweb.passkey.com/Resweb.do?mode=welcome_ei_new&eventID=10396646
http://www.apwuflorida.org/images/stories/education/2013-spring-seminar-flyer.pdf
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National APWU Health Plan Seminar at Flamingo Las Vegas, NV
27th Annual Open Season Semina
Agenda
- Wednesday, October 24, 2012
Thursday, October 25, 20124:00 PM - 6:00 PM Registration and Vendor Reception
Friday, October 26, 20126:30 AM - 9:30 AM Health Screening7:00 AM - 5:00 PM Registration10:00 AM - 11:50 AM Opening Session I: National Officers Take the Stage12:00 PM - 12:50 PM Lunch1:00 PM - 5:00 PM Breakout Sessions: High Option and Consumer Driven Option5:30 PM - 7:30 PM Reception
Saturday, October 27, 20126:00 AM - 8:30 AM Health Screening7:00 AM - 9:00 AM Continental Breakfast7:00 AM - 5:00 PM Registration7:00 AM - 5:00 PM Vendor Focus: Visit Health Plan Vendors9:00 AM - 9:50 AM Opening Session II: Health Plan Status and Medicare Coordination10:00 AM - 11:50 AM Wellness Activity12:00 PM - 12:50 PM Lunch1:00 PM - 5:45 PM Breakouts: Life of a Claim-Understanding Health Insurance-Communicating Health Plan Value6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Reception
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM Continental Breakfast9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Closing Session-Round table discussion
From Doris Orr-Richardson, President
APWU, Florida State:"Subject:
Charlie Redd's Health
Everyone,
Charlie's health has taken a turn
for the worse. His cancer has spread to his spine. He was in the hospital last
week but is now home. I'm sure that he would be energized to hear from any one
of his union brothers and sisters. If you worked with Charlie, you know he led
APWU. Now is the time to show our respect for everything he did for us.
His
phone number is (321) 632-2898.
Email: credd@bellsouth.net
Address:
Charlie
Redd
1822 Baylor Court
Cocoa, FL 32922"
APWU OF FLORIDA FALL SEMINAR DAYTONA BEACH, FLORIDA, YOU ALL COME, YO!
The APWU of Florida Fall Seminar will be held in Daytona Beach at the Hilton from October 11th to the 13th. Thank you in advance to President Rusty Olsen and the Daytona Beach Area Local for hosting the seminar. The recent excessing has had a great negative affect on their local and yet they still came through for all of us. You can go on-line to the state website for the flyer and the schedule for those of you that are interested in going.
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The deadline of Sep 09th is fast approaching for the cutoff for hotel reservations and the registration process. I will be attempting to get an extension on the deadline because of the close proximity to our delegates return from the National Convention. I cannot give any guarantees though so go ahead and make your reservations now.
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I will send out a notice to your local Presidents and those on my email list if and when I get the extension or any other updates. If you would like to be added to my email list simply drop me a line requesting that and you will get the most updated news. My email is (
apwu.education@verizon.net
). You can also find it on the state website (apwuflorida.org).
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We will be having classes that cover all levels from beginning steward up to advanced classes for those who have been in their positions for some time. We have a number of new areas in the contract that our State and National Officers will help us all understand. We have new positions like the NTFT and the Lead Clerk Bids that many locals are starting to get positions filled.
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I will be especially attentive to the Lead Mail Processing Clerk as I will be forced into a residual for that position soon. We had one Bid posted in my local that aparantly no one was interested in and I was still unencumbered from being excessed to Tour 1 from Tour 3. I will now have the pleasure of holding that Bid as soon as it is "awarded" to me.
Look forward to seeing you all in October. In Solidarity,
Mark Teseniar, Director of Education, APWU of Florida,
PO Box 545, Tallevast, Fl 34270 Tel 941-266-3830 apwu.education@verizon.net
PO Box 545, Tallevast, Fl 34270 Tel 941-266-3830 apwu.education@verizon.net
As the start of the APWU 20th Biennial
Convention nears, preparations for the event have moved into high gear at
the union’s national headquarters in Washington, DC.
As of the first week in August, 2,041 delegates representing 331 locals have
registered for convention credentials.
The convention will take place on Aug. 20-24 in Los Angeles. This year’s
theme is One Union, Indivisible. Click here for an updated
schedule of events.
Seating:
Seating on the convention floor will be by region and determined by the
progress that states — based on their size — have made toward their COPA goals.
The seating plan is designed to reward states who have worked hard to reach
their goals, and to encourage those who have lagged behind. The measuring period
was July 1, 2010, through June 30, 2012.
The top-ranking COPA-contributing states are: Vermont, North Dakota, Nebraska
and Hawaii. Their delegations will be seated up front!
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COPA Night:
Fundraising for COPA will be a recurring theme at the convention: Raffle
tickets will be sold for $20 apiece at the COPA booth. There will be three
raffle drawings: One on Tuesday, one on Wednesday and one on Thursday.
Delegates who have contributed at least $200 between July 1, 2010, and June
30, 2012, will receive two tickets to “COPA Night,” which will be held on
Tuesday, Aug. 21. The children of ticket-holders also may attend. The theme for
COPA Night will be Take a Walk on the Red Carpet, so dress accordingly
and get ready for a fun event featuring COPA stars.
Resolutions:
To help delegates prepare for the convention, resolutions that will be
debated and voted upon in Los Angeles have been posted online [PDF- Members only]. The resolutions address
labor-management issues, craft-specific items, legislative topics, and proposals
to change the union’s constitution.
“Posting the resolutions online gives delegates the opportunity to discuss
them before the convention begins,” Secretary-Treasurer Liz Powell said.
“Delegates will receive a book containing the resolutions, which they can review
as topics are discussed.”
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GOSE, Patsy Jean Cowan "Patty" South Pasadena, FL CELEBRATION OF LIFE I, 81 years young, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 29, 2012 with a Visiting Angel (CNA) at her left side and her beloved son Alan at her right side in PCU at Edward White Hospital with its remarkable compassionate culture for heart failure patients. Patty was a strong tough lady who devoted her life to loving and nurturing her 3 sons and Jack her husband of over 60 years with unconditional love.
NATIONAL APWU RETIREES CONFERENCE, LOS ANGELES STAPLES CONVENTION CENTER, AUGUST 18-19, 2012
NATIONAL APWU RETIREES CONFERENCE:
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APWU Retirees Department will meet
on Sat. and Sun., Aug. 18-19, 2012
from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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Meetings will be held at the Convention Center
in rooms 403 A-B.
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Registration and Agenda Items:
Conference participants asked to register
by mid-summer date TBA,
and will receive a confirmation in the mail.
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For addional information, GO ONLINE TO
www.apwu.org Retiree Conference 2012
as the convention approaches or contact
Retirees Department toll-free at 877-279-8669.
NATIONAL APWU 21ST BIENNIAL CONVENTION, WORKSHOPS, CRAFT AND RETIREE CONFERENCES, IN LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA
Aug. 17, 2012 Pre-Convention Workshops Los Angeles, CA.
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This year workshops will be held before the convention
opens. Twenty-one workshops will be offered
on Friday, Aug. 17, 2012 from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.,
the day prior to the craft meetings.
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Aug. 18-19, 2012 Saturday and Sunday, National APWU
Craft Meetings and Retiree Conference.
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Aug. 20-24, 2012 APWU 21st Biennial National Convention
Los Angeles Convention Center,
1201 South Figueroa Street,
Los Angeles, CA 90015-1399
KEEP YOUR EYES ON THIS BLOGSITE FOR MORE INFO
OR GO ONLINE TO www.apwu.org for latest news, YO!
APWU OF FLORIDA STATE CONVENTION, MAY 3-5, 2012 AT RADISSON RESORT, KISSIMMEE, FLORIDA
APWU OF FLORIDA BREAKING NEWS:
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State Convention on May 3-5, 2012 Radisson
Resort, 2900 Parkway Blvd. Kissimmee, FL 34747
Room Rates will be $79.00 per night
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KEEP YOUR EYES ON THIS SITE
FOR MORE DETAILS OR GO ONLINE TO
www.apwuflorida.org FOR MORE INFO!
APWU OF FLORIDA SPRING SEMINAR, PRESIDENTS CONFERENCE, AND STATE RETIREES CHAPTER MEETINGS AT HILTON HOTEL IN COCOA BEACH, FL JAN. 25-28, 2012
Written by Mark Teseniar, Education Dept., APWU of Florida 2012. Brothers and Sisters, We have the schedule finalized for the Spring Seminar. There are a great range of classes that cover the basics as well as addressing the changes in the new Contract.
This schedule has been sent to everyone on my e-mail list. If you did not get one and would like to be added simply drop me an e-mail and I will make sure you are in “the loop” to get your personal copy.
As always the Florida Presidents Conference will be meeting on Wed., Jan. 25th, 2012 at the Cocoa Beach Hilton Hotel. I will have the direction signs up and the Presidents can register that afternoon if they like to beat the rush.
The APWU of Florida State Retirees Chapter Board and membership will also be meeting on Wednesday, January 25, 2012 at 10:30 a.m. A free lunch will follow for all retirees attending. Wednesday from 2pm ---4pm a general session is scheduled also for retirees.
Remember to make your plans early and keep in mind the deadline is January 6th for both the registration and Hotel reservations. Hope to see everyone there. See 2012 Spring Seminar Registration Form Mark Teseniar, APWU of Florida, Director of Education, PO Box 545, Tallevast, Fl 34270 Phone 941-266-3830. apwu.education@verizon.net
American Postal Workers Union of Florida
2012 Spring Seminar
Cocoa Beach Hilton Oceanfront
1550 North Atlantic Ave, FL 32931
Jan 26th - 28th, 2012
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Thu Jan 26 Fri Jan 27 Sat Jan 28
Choose 1 Class Choose 1 Class Choose 1 Class
9:00 AM Gen Assembly
Attended By All
Then….
( ) Clerk Craft Forum
After Gen Assy Until -5:00
Natl Officers & Joe Paul
( ) Maint Craft Forum
After Gen Assy Until -5:00
Natl Officers & Tony Neri
( ) MVS Craft Forum
After Gen Assy Until -5:00
Natl Officers & Greg Dixon
9:00 AM Gen Assembly
Attended By All
Then…
( ) OT & Hol Issues W/NTFT & PSE
Instr: Bob Bloomer
After Gen Assy Until 1:00
( ) Documenting Grievances
Instr: Pat Davis-Weeks
After Gen Assy Until 1:00
( ) Advanced Steward
Instr: Mike Sullivan
After Gen Assy Until 1:00
( ) OWCP Continued
Instr: Kathleen Kaplan
After Gen Assy Until 1:00
( ) MVS Craft Issues
Natl Officers, Greg Dixon
After Gen Assy Until 1:00
( ) EAP Workshop
Instr: Dan Spires, LCSW, EAP Clinician
After Gen Assy Until 1:00
9:00 AM Gen Assembly
Attended By All
Then…
( ) Art 37 & NTFT Bid Issues
After Gen Assy Until -5:00
Instr: Bob Bloomer
( ) Proving &Supporting Your Remedy
After Gen Assy Until -5:00
Instr: Pat Davis-Weeks
( ) Excessing
After Gen Assy Until -5:00
Instr: Mike Sullivan
( ) Basic Steward
After Gen Assy Until -5:00
Instr: Joe Paul
( ) Organizing Then OWCP
After Gen Assy Until -5:00
Inst: Martha Shunn-King, Kathleen Kaplan
( ) MVS Craft Issues
After Gen Assy Until -5:00
Natl Officers, Greg Dixon
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Registration Fees: Complete and Return This Form with Registration Fee to…
Mark Teseniar
PO Box 545
Tallevast, Fl 34270
$40 Before 01/06/2012
$50 At The Door
Make Checks Payable To APWU of Florida
Make sure the Name and Title are Legible…This Info is used to make your Name Badge
Name (print):__________________________________________Title or Union Position:_____________________Craft_____________
Local:____________________________________________________
2012 Spring Seminar
Cocoa Beach Hilton Oceanfront
1550 North Atlantic Ave, FL 32931
Jan 26th - 28th, 2012
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Thu Jan 26 Fri Jan 27 Sat Jan 28
Choose 1 Class Choose 1 Class Choose 1 Class
9:00 AM Gen Assembly
Attended By All
Then….
( ) Clerk Craft Forum
After Gen Assy Until -5:00
Natl Officers & Joe Paul
( ) Maint Craft Forum
After Gen Assy Until -5:00
Natl Officers & Tony Neri
( ) MVS Craft Forum
After Gen Assy Until -5:00
Natl Officers & Greg Dixon
9:00 AM Gen Assembly
Attended By All
Then…
( ) OT & Hol Issues W/NTFT & PSE
Instr: Bob Bloomer
After Gen Assy Until 1:00
( ) Documenting Grievances
Instr: Pat Davis-Weeks
After Gen Assy Until 1:00
( ) Advanced Steward
Instr: Mike Sullivan
After Gen Assy Until 1:00
( ) OWCP Continued
Instr: Kathleen Kaplan
After Gen Assy Until 1:00
( ) MVS Craft Issues
Natl Officers, Greg Dixon
After Gen Assy Until 1:00
( ) EAP Workshop
Instr: Dan Spires, LCSW, EAP Clinician
After Gen Assy Until 1:00
9:00 AM Gen Assembly
Attended By All
Then…
( ) Art 37 & NTFT Bid Issues
After Gen Assy Until -5:00
Instr: Bob Bloomer
( ) Proving &Supporting Your Remedy
After Gen Assy Until -5:00
Instr: Pat Davis-Weeks
( ) Excessing
After Gen Assy Until -5:00
Instr: Mike Sullivan
( ) Basic Steward
After Gen Assy Until -5:00
Instr: Joe Paul
( ) Organizing Then OWCP
After Gen Assy Until -5:00
Inst: Martha Shunn-King, Kathleen Kaplan
( ) MVS Craft Issues
After Gen Assy Until -5:00
Natl Officers, Greg Dixon
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Registration Fees: Complete and Return This Form with Registration Fee to…
Mark Teseniar
PO Box 545
Tallevast, Fl 34270
$40 Before 01/06/2012
$50 At The Door
Make Checks Payable To APWU of Florida
Make sure the Name and Title are Legible…This Info is used to make your Name Badge
Name (print):__________________________________________Title or Union Position:_____________________Craft_____________
Local:____________________________________________________
APWU 2012 SPRING SEMINAR JAN. 26-28 COCOA BEACH, FL
APWU OF FLORIDA 2012 SPRING SEMINAR FEATURES:
Comp In Room Internet Access; Comp Self Parking Comp Valet Parking; Rate Good 3 days Prior Event and Post Event; Hilton Honors Points; Mini Refrigerator.
Contact Mark Teseniar, APWU of Florida Director of Education, Po Box 545, Tallevast, Fl 34270 Phone: 941.266.3830 E-mail: apwu.education@verizon.net
Reservations 1-800-HILTONS OR www.apwu.org
Room Rate…$ 109.00 Deadline 01/06/2012;
Seminar Date January 26-28/2012.
APWU OF FLORIDA FALL SEMINAR AT HILTON HOTEL AIRPORT IN FT. LAUDERDALE, FL., AUG. 3-6, 2011
Union Brothers and Sisters, Here is an update on the upcoming seminar in Ft Lauderdale, FL at Hilton Hotel Airport:
The Florida Presidents Conference will meet on Wednesday, August 3rd at 9:00 AM. For further information contact Sam Wood.
Seminar Registration will be set up after lunch also on Wednesday August 3rd for early check in.
The Florida retirees will have their e-board meeting on Wednesday August 3rd at 10:00 AM. The retirees in attendance will be treated to lunch in the hotel followed by an open forum meeting. National Director, Retirees Department, Judy Beard will be addressing the group. For further information contact Mario Miceli.
It is NOT too late to get your Hotel reservations. I was able to get an extension on the deadline from the hotel. Make your reservations now and give me a call and get those registration forms into the mail to me.
Look forward to seeing you all there, In Solidarity,
Mark Teseniar
APWU of Florida
Director of Education
apwu.education@verizon.net
Ph 941-266-3830
PO Box 545
Tallevast, Fl 34270
The Florida Presidents Conference will meet on Wednesday, August 3rd at 9:00 AM. For further information contact Sam Wood.
Seminar Registration will be set up after lunch also on Wednesday August 3rd for early check in.
The Florida retirees will have their e-board meeting on Wednesday August 3rd at 10:00 AM. The retirees in attendance will be treated to lunch in the hotel followed by an open forum meeting. National Director, Retirees Department, Judy Beard will be addressing the group. For further information contact Mario Miceli.
It is NOT too late to get your Hotel reservations. I was able to get an extension on the deadline from the hotel. Make your reservations now and give me a call and get those registration forms into the mail to me.
Look forward to seeing you all there, In Solidarity,
Mark Teseniar
APWU of Florida
Director of Education
apwu.education@verizon.net
Ph 941-266-3830
PO Box 545
Tallevast, Fl 34270
BROTHER JOHN SARDIN, JR., DEVOTED APWU UNIONIST PASSES, PLEASE SHARE YOUR CONDOLENCES AND MEMORIES TO JOHN'S FAMILY!
SARDIN, John Jr. 88, of St. Petersburg, passed away peacefully at home on March 27, 2011 with his family by his side. Born in Cannonsburg, PA, he came here in 1950. He graduated in 1943 from University of Pittsburgh and served in Army during WWII. He retired in 1989 after 43 years of service with Federal Government, 7 years with United States Treasury Department and 36 years with United States Postal Service. He was a past president of the Son's of Italy. He was an active member of the American Postal Workers Union (APWU) AFL-CIO Local 1228, Florida Suncoast APWU Retiree Chapter and APWU National Postal Press Association. He was a member of St. Jude Cathedral. He enjoyed world languages and travel. JOHN IS A DEAR PERSONAL FRIEND AND VETERAN, MAY HE REST IN PEACE, SOLIDARITY FOREVER! He is predeceased by his brother, Peter Slade. He is survived by his Wife of 53 years, Mary C.; sons, John and Philip, of St. Petersburg; a brother, Anthony Billotti of Darlington, PA and nieces and nephews. Funeral service will be at St. Paul's Catholic Church, 1800 12th St. N, St. Petersburg on Thursday, March 31st at 10:30 am. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Suncoast Hospice or your favorite charity. Anderson McQueen Family Tribute Centers NE St. Petersburg Chapel www.andersonmcqueen.com PLEASE POST A TRIBUTE FOR JOHN AND HIS FAMILY, IF YOU HAVE EVER KNOWN JOHN!
APWU OF FLORIDA SPRING SEMINAR IN JACKSONVILLE, FL MARCH 10-14, 2011
APWU of Florida 2011 Spring Seminar
On Wednesday, March 9th, 2011, the Florida State Retirees meeting will be held in the Crowne Plaza Jacksonville Riverfront Hotel. Please give President Mario Miceli help in getting the word out and encourage your local retirees to attend.
We have the schedule for the 2011 Spring Seminar available now. It will be held at the Crowne Plaza Jacksonville Riverfront, March 10th to 12th, 2011. The Secretary / Treasurer Training Conference will be held in conjunction with the Spring Seminar. This will consist of Beginner QuickBooks training on March 10th followed by Advanced QuickBooks training on the 11th and 12th.
We have the schedule for the 2011 Spring Seminar available now. It will be held at the Crowne Plaza Jacksonville Riverfront, March 10th to 12th, 2011. The Secretary / Treasurer Training Conference will be held in conjunction with the Spring Seminar. This will consist of Beginner QuickBooks training on March 10th followed by Advanced QuickBooks training on the 11th and 12th.
The Secretary / Treasurers Training will be on the 13th and 14th. I would like to thank President Doris Orr-Richardson and the Northeast Florida Area Local in advance for hosting this Seminar. Without the participation of our Local Presidents my job as Director of Education would much harder.
This schedule has been planned to be a well rounded and informative series of classes that will have something for everyone. We have attempted to incorporate some of the changes the Local Presidents suggested in this Seminar. No matter what your experience level is as a Steward or Local Officer we have attempted to have a class that you can learn from.
This schedule has been planned to be a well rounded and informative series of classes that will have something for everyone. We have attempted to incorporate some of the changes the Local Presidents suggested in this Seminar. No matter what your experience level is as a Steward or Local Officer we have attempted to have a class that you can learn from.
The National Officers in attendance will be addressing your concerns and those of your Local members. The State Craft Directors, as always, are eager to assist you in any way they can.
I have had outstanding support from our Local Presidents ranging from ideas for classes to volunteers to actually teach a class. I would like to take this opportunity to thank them and encourage others to become active in this area.
I have had outstanding support from our Local Presidents ranging from ideas for classes to volunteers to actually teach a class. I would like to take this opportunity to thank them and encourage others to become active in this area.
The Seminars are designed to provide you with the tools you will need to make your job defending the rights of your members easier. We must have your input on classes that are on point for what you need in the immediate future. I will continue to attempt to fill those needs as I become aware of them.
On March 9th, 2011, the Florida Presidents Conference will hold their meeting to network and discuss local issues around the State.
Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have needs or concerns that I could address.
Mark Teseniar, APWU of Florida, Director of Education
PO Box 545, Tallevast, Fl 34270 941-266-3830 apwu.education@verizon.net
Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have needs or concerns that I could address.
Mark Teseniar, APWU of Florida, Director of Education
PO Box 545, Tallevast, Fl 34270 941-266-3830 apwu.education@verizon.net
2011 APWU OF FLORIDA SEMINAR AT CROWNE PLAZA JAX RIVERFRONT HOTEL MAR 10-12
Spring Seminar
03/10/2011 to 03/12/2011
QuickBooks Training
03/10/2011 to 03/12/2011
Secretary - Treasurers Training Conference
03/13/2011 to 03/14/2011
APWU OF FLORIDA
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PO Box 545
Tallevast, Fl 34270
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1201 Riverplace Boulevard
Jacksonville, Fl 32207
Phone: 941-266-3830
Fax: 941-756-7608
E-mail: apwu.education@verizon.net
Director of Education
Mark Teseniar
PO Box 545
Tallevast, Fl 34270
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APWU RETIREES ALL OVER THE COUNTRY ARE INVITED TO APWU OF FLORIDA JACK GOSE STATE RETIREE CHAPTER MEETINGS & LUNCHEON DAYTONA BEACH, FL OCT. 6, 2010
ALL RETIREES FROM ALL OVER THE COUNTRY ARE INVITED TO APWU OF FLORIDA JACK GOSE STATE RETIREE CHAPTER MEETINGS AND LUNCHEON ON WED,. OCT. 6, 2010 AT HILTON OCEANFRONT HOTEL IN DAYTONA BEACH, FL
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ADDRESS: 100 North Atlantic Ave., Daytona Beach, FL 32118
HILTON HOTEL RESERVATIONS: 386-254-8200
HOTEL RATE: $109.00 nite
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CLASSES: 10 A.M. TO 12 NOON, 1:30 P.M. TO 4:30 P.M.
RETIREES LUNCHEON: 12 NOON TO 1:30 P.M.
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MORE INFO WHEN AVAILABLE WILL UPDATE THIS EVENT
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MARIO G. MICELI, PRESIDENT
APWU OF FLORIDA FALL SEMINAR AT HILTON HOTEL IN DAYTONA BEACH, FL OCT, 6-9, 2010
APWU OF FLORIDA FALL SEMINAR: OCT. 6-9, 2010
DAYTONA BEACH HILTON OCEANFRONT HOTEL
Extras all rooms oceanfront view, Room Rate $109.00
Complimentary in room internet
Complimentary self-parking
Connected to ocean walk shoppes and movies
Airport Daytona International 5.5 miles from hotel
Hotel Link: www.daytonahilton.com
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CONTACT INFO: APWU OF FLORIDA
MARK TESENIAR, DIRECTOR OF EDUCATION
PHONE: 941-266-3830
PO BOX 545, TELLEVAST, FL 34270
E-MAIL: apwu.education@verizon.net
NATIONAL APWU RETIREES CONFERENCE IN DETROIT, MI. AUG. 21 AND 22, 2010 REGISTRATION UNDERWAY
Register Now for the 2010 Retirees Meeting in Detroit!
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Registration is currently underway for the biennial APWU Retirees meeting, which will be held on Aug. 21 and 22, just prior to the union’s National Convention in Detroit.
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I encourage you to join your fellow retirees at our gathering, which will take place at the Cobo Convention Center. This year’s meeting will feature discussion of resolutions submitted to the convention, retiree chapter reports, information about legislative issues that impact retirees and their survivors, and more.
Click here for detailed information about this year’s events, as well as a registration form. You also may request a registration form by leaving your name, phone number, and address on the Retirees Department’s toll-free telephone line, 877-279-8669.
Click here for detailed information about this year’s events, as well as a registration form. You also may request a registration form by leaving your name, phone number, and address on the Retirees Department’s toll-free telephone line, 877-279-8669.
20TH BIENNIAL APWU NATIONAL CONVENTION, DETROIT, MI., MON., AUG. 23 THRU FRI., AUG. 27, 2010
A directional marker is at Detroit's Cobo Convention Center, Change is the theme of the American Postal Workers Union’s 20th Biennial Convention, which is set for Monday, Aug. 23 through Friday, Aug. 27, 2010, at Cobo Center in Detroit.
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The National Convention is the union’s highest decision-making body and helps the union chart its course for the future. Approximately 3,000 APWU delegates will debate and vote on resolutions that will be introduced on a wide variety of subjects. The resolutions give focus to the union’s goals in contract negotiations and in the political arena, as well as in helping the organization function more smoothly and, thus, better serve its membership.
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APWU locals and state organizations are urged to send their full quota of delegates. Members-at-Large also are encouraged to avail themselves of the opportunity to attend the National Convention.
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APWU locals and state organizations are urged to send their full quota of delegates. Members-at-Large also are encouraged to avail themselves of the opportunity to attend the National Convention.
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The process of securing credentials for the convention delegates will be online again this year. Beginning April 1, the president, secretary, treasurer, or secretary-treasurer will be able to log-on to the Members Only section of the APWU Web site and in just a few easy steps they will be able to register their members for credentials.
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Several other important union events will take place in the days before and after the convention. Division Meetings for each of the crafts — Clerk, Maintenance, Motor Vehicle Service, and Support Services — are set for the weekend of Aug. 21-22, as is the APWU Retiree’s Conference.
Several other important union events will take place in the days before and after the convention. Division Meetings for each of the crafts — Clerk, Maintenance, Motor Vehicle Service, and Support Services — are set for the weekend of Aug. 21-22, as is the APWU Retiree’s Conference.
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The Bulk Mail Center (BMC) Conference will be held on Aug. 20. The APWU Research & Education Department series of workshops will be presented on Saturday, Aug. 28.
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Most convention activities will take place at Cobo Convention Center in downtown Detroit, along the waterfront at One Washington Blvd. The Marriott, located in the GM Renaissance Center, has been designated as the headquarters hotel.
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APWU OF FLORIDA STATE BIENNIAL CONVENTION, OCALA HILTON HOTEL, MAY 6-8, 2010
From the information provided to me, April 13, 2010, is the deadline for reservations at the Ocala Hilton Hotel, at the guaranteed rate of $79.00 for single/double, executive level is $119.00 and suites are $199.00, plus applicable sales tax. Reservations can be made by calling (352) 854-1400 or (877) 602-4023. Don’t be late as rooms will go up to $129.00 after April 13, 2010.
Enclosed is a copy of the Constitution as amended May, 2008, a list of locals and the approximate number of votes each local has and your credentials.
YOU MUST RETURN THE YELLOW DUPLICATE CREDENTIAL AND PAYMENT TO ME AT PO BOX 341, TALLAHASSEE, FL. 32302, NO LATER THAN MAY 1, 2010.plus $25.00 for credentials received after May 1, 2010. Extra banquet tickets may be purchased at the Convention for $25.00 each, the banquet will be held Friday evening May 7, 2010.
Complete both the yellow and white credential completely. You must bring the white original to the Convention to be able to register. It is important that you do not mail your credentials late as I will be leaving for the Convention on Tuesday, May 4, 2010.
If you or one of your delegates plan to run for a State Office and/or as a Delegate to the National Convention, I will need a completed I-9 and a W-4. Please bring identification drivers license and social security card (I will need a copy). This will speed up payments. Failure to complete the above forms will result in delayed payments for the salary the position calls for, and LWOP.
Failure to follow these instructions will result in a long registration line, which equals a long waiting period for you. Those who do things right will be served first. Registration is $75.00 per delegate!
Lets have a great convention!
Jeff Pearlman, Secretary-Treasurer
Enclosed is a copy of the Constitution as amended May, 2008, a list of locals and the approximate number of votes each local has and your credentials.
YOU MUST RETURN THE YELLOW DUPLICATE CREDENTIAL AND PAYMENT TO ME AT PO BOX 341, TALLAHASSEE, FL. 32302, NO LATER THAN MAY 1, 2010.plus $25.00 for credentials received after May 1, 2010. Extra banquet tickets may be purchased at the Convention for $25.00 each, the banquet will be held Friday evening May 7, 2010.
Complete both the yellow and white credential completely. You must bring the white original to the Convention to be able to register. It is important that you do not mail your credentials late as I will be leaving for the Convention on Tuesday, May 4, 2010.
If you or one of your delegates plan to run for a State Office and/or as a Delegate to the National Convention, I will need a completed I-9 and a W-4. Please bring identification drivers license and social security card (I will need a copy). This will speed up payments. Failure to complete the above forms will result in delayed payments for the salary the position calls for, and LWOP.
Failure to follow these instructions will result in a long registration line, which equals a long waiting period for you. Those who do things right will be served first. Registration is $75.00 per delegate!
Lets have a great convention!
Jeff Pearlman, Secretary-Treasurer
WHERE DO YOU WANT TO BE IN MARCH, 2010? HOW ABOUT JOINING US AT AN APWU BLIZZARD SEMINAR AND NATIONAL PRESIDENT'S CONFERENCE IN FLORIDA?
Union Blizzard in Orlando, Florida in March 2010
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All APWU brothers & sisters are cordially invited to attend six (6) full days of Union education, activism & fellowship sponsored by the APWU of Florida, in conjunction with the National Presidents Conference and the National Secretary-Treasurer Training Seminar.
Join us - March 24-29, 2010!
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Take advantage of our warm Florida hospitality and great rates in a beautiful union hotel in the Walt Disney World Resort. Bring the whole family. Parking, internet access, fitness center and transportation to theme parks included.
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Take advantage of our warm Florida hospitality and great rates in a beautiful union hotel in the Walt Disney World Resort. Bring the whole family. Parking, internet access, fitness center and transportation to theme parks included.
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Buena Vista Palace Hotel & Spa Resort, 1900 Buena Vista Dr., Lake Buena Vista, FL. hotel website: www.BuenaVistaPalace.com <<
Reservations: toll free: (866) 397-6516. APWU rate: $99.00 plus taxes and $10 resort fee.
Reservations: toll free: (866) 397-6516. APWU rate: $99.00 plus taxes and $10 resort fee.
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Orlando, Florida March 24-29, 2010 APWU of Florida Educational Spring Seminar and National APWU President's Conference Schedule
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Wednesday, March 24th, 2010: Florida Presidents Conference 9 am - 5 pm. Round Robin discussion of current topics of urgent concern for Local Presidents, Visiting Presidents, and National APWU Officers.
Orlando, Florida March 24-29, 2010 APWU of Florida Educational Spring Seminar and National APWU President's Conference Schedule
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Wednesday, March 24th, 2010: Florida Presidents Conference 9 am - 5 pm. Round Robin discussion of current topics of urgent concern for Local Presidents, Visiting Presidents, and National APWU Officers.
Welcome: Hospitality Room - Wednesday through Sunday 7 pm ‘til ?
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Thursday, March 25th, 2010: APWU of Florida Educational Seminar/ National APWU Retirees Department.
Thursday, March 25th, 2010: APWU of Florida Educational Seminar/ National APWU Retirees Department.
General Assembly: 9 am - 12 noon, Updates and news from National Executive Board Members and National Officers.
Craft Breakouts: 2 pm - 5 pm - Craft Directors and NBAs discuss craft specific topics & goals.
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Thurs., March 25, 2010 - Retirees luncheon: - 12 noon - 1 pm, National APWU Retirees Department workshop 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm.
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Friday, March 26th, 2010: APWU of Florida Seminar / National APWU Sec-Treasurer Training.
Friday, March 26th, 2010: APWU of Florida Seminar / National APWU Sec-Treasurer Training.
General Assembly: 8:30 am Class Breakouts 9 am - 5 pm, full and half day classes.
National Secretary-Treasurer Training: 9 am - 5 pm.
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Saturday, March 27th, 2010: APWU of Florida & National Presidents Conference Seminar/National Sec-Treasurer Training General Assembly, 8:30 a.m. with Keynote Speaker, President Bill Burrus.
Saturday, March 27th, 2010: APWU of Florida & National Presidents Conference Seminar/National Sec-Treasurer Training General Assembly, 8:30 a.m. with Keynote Speaker, President Bill Burrus.
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Following President Burrus, APWU of Florida and NPC joint classes - Full and half day classes and National Sec-Treasurer training resumes.
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Sunday, March 28th, 2010: National Presidents Conference (NPC), 9 am - 5 pm. Discussion of Agenda Items & Conference Business.
Sunday, March 28th, 2010: National Presidents Conference (NPC), 9 am - 5 pm. Discussion of Agenda Items & Conference Business.
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Monday, March 29th, 2010: National Presidents Conference NPC, 9 am - 5 pm. Discussion of Agenda Items & Conference Business.
Monday, March 29th, 2010: National Presidents Conference NPC, 9 am - 5 pm. Discussion of Agenda Items & Conference Business.
LIZ POWELL APPOINTED AS NATL. APWU SECRETARY-TREASURER; TERRY STAPLETON APPT. CHIEF BUDGET OFFICER AT NATL. AFL-CIO HEADQUARTERS IN WASHINGTON, D.C.
Terry Stapleton Goes to AFL-CIO; Powell Approved As Union's New Secretary-Treasurer.
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Liz Powell, the APWU’s Northeast Region Coordinator, has been tapped to serve as the union’s national Secretary-Treasurer, making her the first woman executive officer in the union’s history. She will replace Terry Stapleton, who has been appointed Chief Budget Officer at the AFL-CIO. John Dirzius, president of the Greater Connecticut Area Local, will succeed Powell as Northeast Region Coordinator.
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Powell and Dirzius were selected by APWU President William Burrus, and approved by a vote of the executive board, in accordance with the APWU Constitution. The vote was conducted via telephone.
Powell and Dirzius were selected by APWU President William Burrus, and approved by a vote of the executive board, in accordance with the APWU Constitution. The vote was conducted via telephone.
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Powell began her postal career in 1970 in Hempstead NY. She became active in the union soon after, and in 1979 was elected president of the Hempstead Local (now the Western Nassau NY Area Local). She was elected National Business Agent for the Clerk Division in 1983, and became the first woman on the union’s National Executive Board in 1989, when she was elected Northeast Regional Coordinator. In addition to her duties as regional coordinator, in recent years she has been instrumental in developing the Joint Contract Interpretation Manual with postal management.
Powell began her postal career in 1970 in Hempstead NY. She became active in the union soon after, and in 1979 was elected president of the Hempstead Local (now the Western Nassau NY Area Local). She was elected National Business Agent for the Clerk Division in 1983, and became the first woman on the union’s National Executive Board in 1989, when she was elected Northeast Regional Coordinator. In addition to her duties as regional coordinator, in recent years she has been instrumental in developing the Joint Contract Interpretation Manual with postal management.
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Powell’s appointment to secretary-treasurer creates a vacancy in the position of northeast regional coordinator, which Dirzius will fill. The president of the Greater Connecticut Area Local started his postal career in 1970 in Seymour CT, and rose through the ranks to president of the state’s largest local in 1980. He has served as chairman of the National Presidents Conference, a committee of local and state presidents, since 2007.
Powell’s appointment to secretary-treasurer creates a vacancy in the position of northeast regional coordinator, which Dirzius will fill. The president of the Greater Connecticut Area Local started his postal career in 1970 in Seymour CT, and rose through the ranks to president of the state’s largest local in 1980. He has served as chairman of the National Presidents Conference, a committee of local and state presidents, since 2007.
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“I am pleased to appoint these highly qualified individuals to important new responsibilities,” Burrus said, “and I take special pride in appointing the first woman to serve as an executive officer of the national union. I am confident that Liz Powell and John Dirzius will serve our union well.”
“I am pleased to appoint these highly qualified individuals to important new responsibilities,” Burrus said, “and I take special pride in appointing the first woman to serve as an executive officer of the national union. I am confident that Liz Powell and John Dirzius will serve our union well.”
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Burrus also praised Stapleton’s contributions to the APWU. “Terry has reorganized the activities of the Secretary-Treasurer’s office, making it more effective as revenue declined and APWU obligations increased,” he said. “He has done an excellent job.
Burrus also praised Stapleton’s contributions to the APWU. “Terry has reorganized the activities of the Secretary-Treasurer’s office, making it more effective as revenue declined and APWU obligations increased,” he said. “He has done an excellent job.
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“Terry will bring great enthusiasm to his new position, and I am certain he will make a great contribution to the AFL-CIO.”
“Terry will bring great enthusiasm to his new position, and I am certain he will make a great contribution to the AFL-CIO.”
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Stapleton will leave office on Oct. 27. He, Powell and Dirzius will spend the intervening week working on the transition.
Stapleton will leave office on Oct. 27. He, Powell and Dirzius will spend the intervening week working on the transition.
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CREDIT: APWU Web News Article #128-09, Oct. 19, 2009.
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Jack Gose, Editor
LATEST APWU MEMBER COLA INFORMATION FOR 2010! ZERO FOR MOST RETIREES!
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(11/18/09) - The CSRS retiree COLA is based on the increase in the third quarter (July, August, September) average of the CPI-W over the same quarterly average from the previous year. The third quarter average for 2009 fell 2.1% from the 2008 third quarter average.
All COLAs are upward adjustments, but based on the fall in the quarterly average there will be no automatic increase in CSRS benefits for 2010.
In addition, for 2011, the third quarter average for 2010 will be compared back to the third quarter average of 2008 (since no adjustment is made based on the third quarter of 2009).
Since the 2008 third quarter average is 2.1% higher than the current quarterly average, the index must rise higher than 2.1% to reap any increase in 2011.
Note: The 2009 CSRS Retiree COLA was 5.8% effective with the January 2009 payment.
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For FERS retirees:
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For FERS retirees:
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(11/18/09) - The FERS retiree COLA is based on the increase in the third quarter average of the CPI-W over the same quarterly average from the previous year. However, if the CPI-W quarterly average increases three percent or more, the COLA is the increase less one percent.
If the quarterly average increase is between two percent and three percent, the COLA is two percent. If the quarterly average increase is two percent or less, the COLA is equal to the quarterly average increase. The third quarter average for 2009 fell 2.1% from the 2008 third quarter average.
All COLAs are upward adjustments, but based on the fall in the quarterly average there will be no automatic increase in FERS benefits for 2010.
In addition, for 2011, the third quarter average for 2010 will be compared back to the third quarter average of 2008 (since no adjustment is made based on the third quarter of 2009).
Since the 2008 third quarter average is 2.1% higher than the current quarterly average, the index must rise higher than 2.1% to reap any increase in 2011.
Note: The 2009 FERS Retiree COLA was 4.8% effective with the January 2009 payment.
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For Social Security recipients:
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(11/18/09) - The Social Security COLA is based on the increase in the third quarter average of the CPI-W over the same quarterly average from the previous year. The third quarter average for 2009 fell 2.1% from the 2008 third quarter average.
All COLAs are upward adjustments, but based on the fall in the quarterly average there will be no automatic increase in SSI benefits for 2010.
In addition, for 2011, the third quarter average for 2010 will be compared back to the third quarter average of 2008 (since no adjustment is made based on the third quarter of 2009).
Since the 2008 third quarter average is 2.1% higher than the current quarterly average, the index must rise higher than 2.1% to reap any increase in 2011.
Note: The 2009 Social Security Retiree COLA was 5.8% effective with the January 2009 payment.
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For FECA employees:
(11/18/09) - The percentage increase in the December CPI-W index from year to year determines the FECA COLA increase. After the tenth month of the 2010 COLA measuring period, the CPI-W index has risen 3.3%. Note: the 2009 FECA COLA was $1 reflected in payments beginning in April 2009.
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For FECA employees:
(11/18/09) - The percentage increase in the December CPI-W index from year to year determines the FECA COLA increase. After the tenth month of the 2010 COLA measuring period, the CPI-W index has risen 3.3%. Note: the 2009 FECA COLA was $1 reflected in payments beginning in April 2009.
The December 2008 index was 0.5% below December 2007, but the law does not permit negative adjustments and requires a COLA of at least $1.00.
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FOR MORE INFO: GO TO www.apwu.org the source of above article!
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