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State Officers & Appointments- President’s Message-
From the Desk of Heidi Taylor- Candidate Announcements-
RCA Corner- Legislative and PAC Report-
Secretary’s Message- What Makes a Good Resolution?-
2014 NYRLCA Convention Information- Financial Statement-
Nomination and Election Notice- NYRLCA 2014 Convention Notice -
Parliamentary Procedure- New Members-
Recently Retired Members- Recently Deceased Members-
Appointed Position Job Description- National General Report-
NYRLCA Auxiliary Scholarship Application- Mary Lou Ross Memorial Scholarship Application-
Auxiliary Officers & Appointments- NYRLCA Auxiliary 2014 Convention Agenda-
Membership Application- Dues Withholding Form-
Allotment Form- National General Ad-
INDEX
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UPCOMING EVENTS May 20th- Last day to hold a county meeting! May 23rd- The drawing of names for the orderof listing on the Delegates for National ballot will be held at 6pm at the Ramada Inn in Cortland, N.Y. with Dean Delavan drawing the names. June 29th-July 2nd- NYRLCA State Convention in Ellicottville, N.Y. August 12th-15th- National Convention in Grapevine ,Texas
THE EMPIRE STATE
RURAL LETTER
CARRIERS’
NEWSLETTER www.nyrlca.org
MAY 2014 VOLUME 14 NUMBER 1
This issue is dedicated to all county officers.
Deadline for the next newsletter is September 1, 2014
NEW YORK RURAL LETTER CARRIERS’ ASSOCIATION
STATE CONVENTION JUNE 29 - JULY 2, 2014
HOLIDAY VALLEY, ELLICOTTVILLE
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New York Rural Letter Carriers’ Association
Executive Committee Chair Person Debby Everts
PO Box 44 Java Center, NY 14082
(716) 225-5562
Committee Person Heidi Lampert PO Box 3338
Saratoga Springs NY 12866 518-322-6999
Committee Person Dave Arnold
PO Box 1 Newfield NY 14867
(v) 607-591-0717
President - Garry Smith PO Box 98
Malden Bridge NY 12115 (v) 518-766-7320 (c) 518-965-8454
VP - John Delles 30750 NYS Route 26
Theresa NY 13691 (v) 315-628-5671
Secretary Lois Bailey PO Box 787
Millerton NY 12546 (v) 518-789-9708
Treasurer Elizabeth Lester
5993 Byron-Holley Rd Byron NY 14422
(v & f) 585-548-2827 [email protected]
Chaplain Dean Delavan
5034 Gee Brook Rd Cincinnatus NY 13040
(v) 607-863-3822
GMAC Insurance Representative S. John Fancher III
12622 Rt. 23 Prattsville NY 12468-6110
(v) 518-755-2829
Provident Guild Representative Linda Burr
36 Woodworth St. Victor NY 14564
(v) 585-764-5877 [email protected]
Pac Chairman/Legislative Dir
Jeff Gilman 6132 Reservoir Rd
Hamilton NY 13346 (v) 315-824-6618
Historian Lora Laine
2228 Kent Rd Kent NY 14477
(v) 585-416-5049 [email protected]
Stewards Albany District: Full Time District Representative Heidi Taylor PO Box 3101 Oswego, NY 13126 (315) 947-6410 Assistant District Representatives Jeff Hawley PO Box 345 Gloversville, NY 12078 (518) 773-5068 Catherine Miles PO Box 1 West Rutland, VT 05777 (802) 379-5697 Fred Kinner PO Box 234 Horseheads, NY 14845 (607) 207-6366 Frank Opper PO Box 775 Vestal NY 13851 (607) 744-9122
Stewards Western, NY District: Full Time District Representative Karen Kipp PO Box 413 Lockport, NY 14094 (716) 625-9101 Assistant District Representatives Fred Kinner PO Box 234 Horseheads, NY 14845 607-207-6366 Debby Everts PO Box 44 Java Center, NY 14082 (716) 225-5562 Westchester/Long Island District: Full Time District Representative Phil Tremper PO Box 515 Pine Bush, NY 12566 (845) 744-4437 Assistant District Representatives Pete Kowal PO Box 831 Sparrow Bush, NY 12780 (845) 856-1402 Magaret Throne PO Box 6505 Somerset NJ 08875 (732) 274-2663
Editor Gene Mayne PO Box 18
West Edmeston NY 13485
Web Master Fred Kinner
27 Windy Knoll Rd Lowman NY 14861 (v) 607-737-0569
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D ue to operational issues within the Postal Service that have resulted in
contract delivery trucks not being able to get the mail to offices at the previously scheduled time, carrier’s start times have been moved to a later point in the morning. Some carriers are being expected to get
back to the office, the same time as before and complete their routes the same. We are rural carriers, working under an evaluat-ed system. When one point of time in our schedule changes, they all must be adjusted accordingly. There have been several acci-dents involving rural carriers. Having your health and physical well-being and being able to return home safely to your loved ones everyday should be a given for every carrier. In the case of motor vehicle accidents management is all too swift to try and remove carriers. Taking these points into consideration I implore every carrier to work and drive safely, first and foremost. Work conscientiously, but do not allow pressure from management to cause you to lose focus of your surroundings and possibly jeop-ardize safety or your career. I had hoped to be able to say by now, winter is behind us. As I write this the weather forecast is for mixed precipitation for the capital district area. March came in like a lion and is going out the same way. I recently attended the Eastern States Conference in Atlantic City, N.J... This is always a very informative meeting. Sunny and 63 degrees going down, 5 inches of snow the next day! The lesson to take from that is expect the unexpected!
Devon Cassidy the National Office Rep. for OWCP gave an easy to understand detailed presentation. If you are in need of assistance with these matters please contact him. You will need to be a mem-ber and fill out a Form 30 Release. Larry Walligora provided updates to the Rural Carrier Health Ben-efits Plan; a few examples are; they are working on a Self plus 1 option to be available in 2016, prescription money spent now counts toward out-of-pocket catastrophic cost, MRI, CAT/PET SCANS for people under age 65 may be covered with pre-approval, Ambulance response with or without transport will be paid, no deductible, and airlifts are covered-typically$40,000.00. The engineered study continues to move forward. When complete this will be the basis for how our evaluations are determined. The reputations of the three engineers participating are at stake and as such all are committed to the thorough results we await. National General Insurance wants your business! They offer excel-lent rates while providing ample coverage for our members. They are once again doing a special promotion. Look for our National General Representative, John Fancher’s article elsewhere in this issue. The Amazon Prime Sunday delivery program continues to evolve. It will be expanding to 2,000 Hub Offices by July 2014, everyone by next year. If your office is participating and having issues with it your DR needs to know about it. Like everything, there is a right way and a wrong way. Toward the end of May your Vice-President; John Delles, Legisla-
tive Director; Jeff Gilman, and myself will be going to Congress to
lobby on behalf of the Rural Carrier Craft regarding legislation that
may have a profound impact on our future careers. We may once
again be asking you to contact your Senators and Representatives
letting them know how they should vote. Please respond to the
call. Your future is at stake!
PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE
By Garry D. Smith
FROM THE DESK OF:
Heidi Taylor,
Albany District
Representative
J ust a couple of very quick points this month:
First, for those in the Albany Dis-trict, I would like to welcome Frank Opper as an Assis-tant District Repre-sentative. Frank will be covering predominantly the Southern Tier Ar-ea, having much experience as a union steward, and I am happy to have Frank onboard. You can reach Frank at 607-744-9122. Second, for all, this is the time when the Postal Service starts to issue their 2080hr estimated projec-tion listings. These are only projected
estimations based on the actual carrier work hours since last Oc-tober. Please remember these are only projections. Mail volume, especially the parcels, were up considerably this past Christmas season. We also have had quite the weather this past winter. An-other prominent issue that aggravates these hours is the lack of leave coverage in our offices, so very often the regular carrier ends up working his/her relief day. By filing a ‘120-day’ letter with management, you can put man-agement on notice that you want a relief carrier specifically as-signed to your route. Also, management is in charge of schedul-
ing. If they repeatedly cannot find coverage for your relief day, please contact your local or district stew-ard. The contract states of your right to a relief carrier. We need to hold man-agement accountable to this. Aside from the above, we all usu-ally stay under the 2080, so we need to remember it is only a projection. Finally, as a follow-
up to the last issue’s
topic of e-bidding,
you will find on page
19 of this issue, addi-
tional information on
the e-bidding process
you can ‘clip and
save’.
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CANDIDATE ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR THE NYRLCA BOARD
CANDIDATE ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR DELEGATES TO THE NRLCA CONVENTION
John Fancher - I will be running for the position of Executive Committee Person. I have been a rural car r ier for sixteen years. I have served as a county officer for the past nine years. I have attended the state convention for the past eight conventions serving on vari-ous committees. I would appreciate your support at this year’s convention. Thank you. Elizabeth A. (Betty) Lester – I wish to announce my intent to seek re-election to the office of NYRLCA Treasurer. I would appreciate your support and vote at the 2014 State Convention. Garry D. Smith – This year I am seeking your support for re-election to the position of NYRLCA President. During the last year the focus has been on recruiting new members to strengthen our Union and addressing legislative issues that our craft faces going forward. Please allow me to continue to be your voice to Congress and also to the National office so they might have a better understanding of what direction the dues paying members believe we should be going. Lois Bailey – I will be a candidate for the office of Secretary for the New York Rural Letter Carriers’ Association. I have served you for the past twelve years and would like to continue to do my best for you and this association. I would appreciate your consideration and support. John Delles - I am announcing my intention to seek re-election to the office of NYRLCA Vice President. I would appreciate your sup-port and vote at the 2014 State Convention. Thank you.
Jenny Smith – Hi my name is Jenny Smith and I would like your vote to be a Delegate to National Convention in Grapevine Texas. I have been going to State Conventions for 8 years and have been going to National Conventions for 4 years. I also have been Secretary/Treasurer of my local Union for 7 years. Please give me a check mark and allow me to be your voice. Fred Kinner - I would like your vote to represent you as a delegate to the 2014 National Convention in Grapevine Texas. My name is Fred Kinner your past State President. I promise to always keep the concerns of New York Rural carriers foremost while repre-senting you. Please take the time to vote your ballot when you receive it, this is a right you have as a member of this union and it only takes a few minutes. Brian Thompson – My name is Brian Thompson and I am hoping to be nominated as a delegate to the National Convention. I have been a County President, Vice President, and Local Steward. I believe that we should all take a vested, interest in our career, and be ac-tively involved. I am concerned about the direction the Postal Service is heading in and I feel that our jobs and benefits that we enjoy are in jeopardy! I will vote on resolutions that improve our salaries, benefits, and the security of our jobs. I am ready to be your representa-tive at the National Convention. Garry D. Smith – I am seeking your support as delegate to the 2014 National Convention in Grapevine, Texas. Please allow me to rep-resent you with the many years of experience I have gained while serving you in various positions in the Rural Carrier Craft. Frank Opper – Hello, my name is Frank Opper and I would like to represent the Rural Carriers of New York State at this year’s Na-tional Convention in Grapevine Texas. I am an active carrier and have served the RR01 route in Vestal for the past 25 years. I am cur-rently the president of the Broome County Rural Letter Carriers’ Association and am serving as an ADR in the Albany District. When submitting your ballot please consider me as one of your nominees so that I can bring back and share information learned at the National Convention. Thank you for your participation! Lois Bailey – I would appreciate your consideration and support as a delegate for the 2014 National Convention. I have been a rural carrier for 33 years, NYRLCA state secretary for the past 12 years. I have attended as many meetings and conferences as time will al-low. I would appreciate your consideration and support. Elizabeth A. (Betty) Lester – I would appreciate your vote for delegate to the 2014 National Convention in Grapevine, Texas. I will represent all the members of the New York Rural Letter Carriers’ Association at the national convention. When you receive your nation-al delegate ballot please, do your part, take the time to vote for those you think will best represent you and your fellow carriers. Thank You. John Fancher - The time has come to vote for delegates to the National Convention in Grapevine, TX. I have attended the Na-tional Convention the past 3 years. I had the honor of representing you as a Delegate for the first time last year, and now I am asking you again for your support to represent you at the 2014 National Convention. Please take the time to fill out and return your ballot as soon as you receive it. Thank you. John Delles - I would like again to ask for your suppor t to represent New York Car r ier s at the 2014 National Convention in Grapevine Texas. I have had the honor to represent New York at the past 8 national conventions. I pledge to attend all the business meeting; caucus meetings; and seminars that I can. I would appreciate your vote. Thank you.
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LEGISLATIVE UPDATE &
PAC REPORT By Jeff Gilman
Legislative Update The Senate subcommittee has passed S1486 out of committee. As written this bill would end six day delivery and end door delivery in favor of cluster boxes. Five day delivery could take ef-fect as soon as 2017. If adopted this bill would create a postal only health plan within the Fed-
eral Employees Health Benefit Plan and require Medicare eli-gible employees to enroll in Medicare. This bill could also lim-it new employees from participating in the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). The committee also passed an amendment that would keep the latest postal increase that was to be temporary, in effect and allow continued adjustments based on the CPI. What this bill does not fully address is the prefunding mandate that congress has imposed on the postal service. This bill does not have the support of any of the postal unions in its present form. Next action would be by the entire Senate. Check the National website NRLCA.org for updates. The House has not taken any action on the Issa bill HR 2748. In other news the House Budget Committee approved a budget resolution that would cut postal pay, increase your contribu-tions to health and life insurance, and gives the postal service the flexibility to respond to changing mar-ket conditions. Do I read this as allowing five day deliv-ery? As you can see the employees continue to be attacked as the way to save the postal ser-vice. If Con-gress would address the Pre Funding of the future retiree
health benefits that it mandated in 2006, the postal service could make a profit delivering mail and parcels.
PAC Report Political Action Committee needs your continued support. These contributions allow your legislative team in Washington to edu-cate members of Congress about the need to make the correct decisions about how to vote on postal matters the affect your job. These decisions affect your paycheck. This is not only your cur-rent take home pay but these decisions could affect your retire-ment also. Current bills are trying to take new hires out of the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS), increase your percentage of contributions for health and life insurance, and increase your percentage you contribute toward your pension. As I wrote in my last article new hires are paying 4.4% of their pay into the pension verses older hires paying .8%. On a $40,000 salary 4.4% equals $1760 and .8% equals $320 for an increase of $1440 per year times a 20 year career equals $28,800 for the same pension. A small contribution to PAC could make a lifetime of differ-
ence. Send your nondeductible contributions to PAC Chair
Jeff Gilman 6132 Reservoir Rd Hamilton, NY 13346
RCA CORNER
By Sheila M. Auslander
H ello. Hello. Spring has arrived! We will see rain falling, new grass growing,
leaves on the trees and customers waiting for their parcels that may contain garden seeds that need to be planted. Handle all mail, parcels included, so as to prevent its damage or unau-thorized delay.
If a parcel is too large for the mail box, make a reasonable effort to attract the customer to the mail box to receive the package. Do this by sounding the horn or by hailing the customer. Y ou are required to dismount to effect delivery if there is no response to your efforts to have the customer come to the vehicle, or if the customer requests that you do so. Parcels MUST NOT, I repeat MUST NOT, be left outside the mail box unless the customer has given written directions for an alternate delivery location or the mailer participates in the carrier release program by endors-ing the package Carrier – Leave If No Response.
If a customer has filed a written order stating that parcels too large for the box may be left outside the box or in another desig-nated location, you may do so provided the weather is not in-clement. When a parcel is endorsed, Carrier – Leave If No Re-sponse, an no one is available to receive it, you may leave it in a location that is concealed and protected from the weather, e.g., behind a storm door. Form 3849, Delivery/Notice/Reminder/Receipt, with the It Is Located: ______ block completed must be left in the mail receptacle notifying the addressee of the mail left in the authorized alternate locations. If the is not a suitable loca-tion to leave a carrier release parcel, leave Form 3849. Endorse the parcel with your initials and the date. Upon returning to the office, deposit the parcel in the designated place for undelivered parcels. Also, if the package was returned to the office for non-delivery, the addressee may request to have the package be rede-livered on a specific day and/or in a specific place. (PO-603: Ru-ral Carrier Duties and Responsibilities Section 33) Safe travels and hope to see you at the NY State Convention in Holiday Valley Inn, Ellicottville, NY!
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May 2014
Volume 14 Number 2
By Lois Bailey
mail from the Secretary’S Office
MAKE YOUR DELEGATE BALLOT COUNT … VOTE National Delegate Ballot will be in the mail stream soon after the Memor ial Day Holiday. Look for it and VOTE your
ballot, and PLEASE follow the instructions enclosed within it and do not mark out your name or address, they are used to verify that the vote came from a member. Your ballot should be inside the black ‘Ballot” envelope inside, that way your vote remains anonymous. Your vote matters so please mark your ballot carefully. IF you should spoil your ballot paperwork, OR you do not receive your ballot Please call the Ballot Committee Chairman Victoria Raecher at 716-945-1622.
Has your office been effected by an RMDO? Article III Section 3A of the NYRLCA State Constitution spells out that any carriers that are RMDO to another office that is in another county has to do if they wish to remain in their original county. RMDO falls under the ‘involuntary reassignment’; if this has caused your membership to be moved to another county/area and you want to stay in the county that you were originally in write to the State Board, via the State Secretary, and it will then be brought before the board at the next board meeting. You will be notified of the results.
Membership totals: As of March 31, 2013
with total routes of 2381;
NYRLCA membership totals are:
Regular Carrier – 1629
PTF Carrier— 13
RCA/RCR/Subs— 739
Retired – 577
Recent retirees –12
Assoc. Mbrs.— 10
For a total of— 2984
As of March 31, 2014
with total routes of 2381;
NYRLCA membership totals are:
Regular Carrier – 1595
PTF Carrier - 6
RCA/RCR/Subs - 712
Retired – 574
Assoc. Mbrs.— 6
For a total of— 2893
JULY 1, 2014 Dues Rates:
Regular carrier- $ 648.42
PTF carrier- $ 648.42
Leave Replacement $ 226.54
Retired Carrier $ 84.60
2014-2015 Cash Pay Dues are now due ! It is that time of year again to renew your membership with the 2900+ members of the New York Rural Letter Carriers‘ Association and the 102,000 members of the National Rural Letter Carriers‘ Association. The dues rates for July 1st 2014 thru June 30th 2015 are as follows: DUES AMOUNT: DUES WITHHOLDING* CASH PAY Regular Carriers and PTF Carriers $ 24.09 Per pay period on dues withholding or $ 626.32 Annually by cash pay/check Substitute Carrier/RCR/RCA $ 8.43 Per pay period on dues withholding or $ 219.17 Annually by cash pay/check Retired Carrier $ 7.05 Monthly from your annuity or $ 84.60 Annually by cash pay/check Please make your checks payable to: NYRLCA if using the cash pay method. *If you wish to renew by dues withholding, that would deduct from your pay check, I have enclosed your PS form1187. By signing up for dues withholding you will be eligible for the mem-bership rebate. $50.00 - regular carriers, $50.00 - PTF‘s, $25.00 - RCA‘s/RCR‘S/AUX Retirees may also sign up for dues withholding from your annuitant check. In order to maintain your membership in the NRLCA and the NYRLCA, you must either pay retired dues by cash, ($ 84.60/year), or you must complete the enclosed retired dues with-holding form, 1187-R, to have your retired dues deducted from your annuity check each month, this is the method your State Board recom-mends.
www.opm.gov/Index Has info for current rural employees &
retirees/survivors Health Insurance
Retirement planners All forms available
Other sites you may want to check out:
LiteBlue.usps.gov/
TSP.gov http://www.opm.gov/insure/
DOL.gov www.gmacinsurance.com/nrlca/
Gov.benefits.gov Www.Federaltimes.com
APCU.com www.uspsoig.gov/
Have you checked out the State web site
lately?? NYRLCA.ORG
You will need your EIN number in order to
access the website which is now
password protected
To all cash members:
This is a reminder that your cash dues are now due. Please remit the proper amount to me at the address above. Make checks out to NYRLCA. I must receive your dues by June 30th, 2014 for you to remain as a “member in good standing”.
Newsletter: Do you know of a mem-ber that is not receiving their State or National newsletters? It could be that they need to file a Form 1216- Cur-rent Mailing Address; and turn it in to their Postmaster/Supervisor or Mail it to Shared Services at: HRSSC - COMPENSA-TION/BENEFITS, PO BOX 970400, Greensboro NC 27497-0400
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Attend your Local County/Area Meeting A change to the county rebates and the amount the local/area unit receives was passed at last years convention. It allows all delegates, from small or large counties to be paid equally. Mileage will be paid to Delegate at Large and all regular delegates and they will receive $150.00 per diem for 3 days ($450.00). I am hoping this will help remove any financial barriers for you to attend this years state conven-tion. We need you to attend and give your input and you need to learn what has happened with legislative issues, contract issues, there will be a NRLCA Officer there to talk with and get answers on issues that are important to you. See Article VI Section 3 in NYRLCA constitution. State Membership Referral Continues thru June 30th 2014; The State Board has extended the Membership Referral thru June 30th 2014, at the same rates—Regular & PTF’s would receive $50.00, RCA’s $25.00. Anyone referring a new member must have their name listed on the referral line of application to receive the referral cred-it. Any County or Area Secretary that wants to do a membership drive for their area can contact me and I will be happy to help you with it. Remember your county rebate is tied to your county’s membership strength. New Membership Referral from NRLCA thru June 30th 2014 National is offering a similar rebate, the new member gets three free months of membership. The member that refers them gets rebate of $50.00 for Regular or PTF carrier; $25.00 for RCA’s; only if the new member stays on the USPS rolls for at least 3 months.
County Secretary—Annual Reports Please send me your county’s Annual Report ASAP. I need your reports so that I can do mine. Our President needs to know who is go-ing to be attending the convention, so that he can pick people for committees. Please include delegates phone numbers too if possible, but send info in ASAP. County Rebate Checks By now you should have received your county/area rebate checks; if not contact Betty Lester or myself immediately. State Convention: Will be at The Holiday Valley Resort, in Ellicottville NY. Ice Breaker Sunday evening June 29th is a great place to meet with other car-riers from across the state. Business session start June 30th thru July 2nd, 2014. You will find room reservation info in this newsletter, and on the state website. National Convention: National Convention will be held August 12-15, 2014. If you have planned on being a delegate or alternate be sure to make your room reservations now! You will also need to be making room reservations at the National Convention Hotel as early as possible. They sell out rather early as other states have had their conventions already.
Duties of Delegate-at-Large · Attend all convention business sessions unless on committee assignment · Respond to roll call indicating number of delegates presently on the floor and in committee (ex: 4 on floor and 2 in committee) – Each county delegate-at-large is responsible for reporting delegate attendance at the state convention. If a delegate is not physically present on the floor this doesn‘t mean that they are not eligible to vote. Each county delegate-at-large is responsible for knowing the status of the county delegates and to respond accurately at the roll call. · Responsible for voter cards: Fifteen minutes prior to the opening of each business session report to the teller's table A. Tellers will distribute Yea/Nay (Y/N) cards to the delegates-at-large prior to each morning business. B. The delegate-at-large signs the ‘V’ cards indicating the number of Y/N cards received C. At the conclusion of each business session the delegate-at-large turns in the Y/N cards that were received in the morning and the teller verifies that the total of Y/N cards equals the number signed for in the morning and then signs the ‘V’ card D. At the direction of the President, on the final day at the end of the business session, tellers assigned to the committee will collect all the Y/N cards · Responsible to pickup and return paper ballots equal to their county‘s full delegate strength to the tellers · Whenever necessary, pickup additional reports or handouts for all county members present · Immediately notify the state secretary if any elected delegate has to leave the convention
Duties of State Paid Delegate · Attend all convention business sessions unless on committee assignment · Notify the delegate-at-large of convention committee assignment · In the absence of the delegate-at-large assume the responsibility of the delegate-at-large. The ranking shall be in accordance with the county election report · Notify the delegate-at-large if unable to attend the convention business sessions
Appointment Reminder If you are interested in an appointed position, please submit a letter of intent to the NYRLCA President prior to the 2014 State Conven-tion. Send your letter to Garry Smith if interested in the following positions: Chaplain, Webmaster, GMAC Insurance Representative, Editor, PAC Chairperson, Provident Guild, or Historian. Committee assignments for state convention will be posted on the NYRLCA website as filled.
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BIOGRAPHICAL SKETCH OF SUSAN T. KNAPP, EXECUTIVE COMMITTEEMAN
NATIONAL RURAL LETTER CARRIERS’ ASSOCIATION
S usan Knapp was born in Syracuse New York. One of 7 children, she is the only girl. Susan has been married to Gerald Knapp since 1976; they have three children and 8 grandchildren. Susan and Gerald
live in Middletown NY. Originally hired by the USPS as an RCR, Susan was appointed to the position of regular rural letter carrier at the Middletown NY Post Office in 1985 where she served as the local steward. She transferred to the New Hampton Post Office in 1988. Susan has served in the steward system for almost 30 years and was State Steward for the New York RLCA for 11 of those years. In 2003, Susan was appointed by the National Rural Letter Carriers' Association as a Grievance Specialist, handling Step 3 appeals for the Northeast and New York Metro Areas as well as portions of the Eastern and
Great Lake Areas. In that position, Susan handled grievances at the Step 3 level of the grievance process and participated in arbitrations as a technical assistant under the direction of the National Director of Labor Relations. Susan was first elected to the position of Execu-tive Committeeman for the National Rural Letter Carriers’ Association on August 8, 2008 in Lexington Kentucky and was re-elected in Spokane WA to a four year term on August 20, 2010. Susan currently oversees the National Steward System in the Cap-Metro and Northeast Areas. She is assigned as the Executive Committeeman to the Northeast Area States as well as Maryland, North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia.
What Makes a Good Resolution? You want the association to do something, and you know what your idea is, but how do you get the association to do what you want done? That‘s when you present a Resolution at the State Convention! What is a resolution? It is a formal and concise motion, in writing, introduced by the word “Resolved”, that presents NEW BUSINESS for decision. Why do I need a resolution? All new business is introduced at the NYRLCA State Annual Convention in writing in the form of a resolution. The resolution should be presented in advance of the Annual Convention so it can be screened by the Resolutions Com-mittee. What is required in a resolution? The following items are required for submitting a resolution to the Annual Convention: 1. MUST be submitted in the proper format and on the proper form. (Forms are available on the NYRLCA website). There are two forms – one for a resolution presented by a County/Area and one for a resolution presented by an individual member. 2. MUST include the County/Area name or name of individual submitting the resolution. a. Resolutions without this information will be rejected by the Resolutions committee and will NOT be presented to the Convention. b. Resolutions submitted by a County must bear the signature of the County Secretary, the name of the County, and the date submitted. c. Resolutions submitted by an individual must bear the signature and PRINTED NAME of the individual and the date submitted. d. Should be presented in advance of the Convention. 3. If there is a financial impact caused by the Resolution, a statement of financial impact MUST be included. Resolutions lacking this information will NOT be presented to the Convention. What kinds of resolutions exist? There are two type of resolutions which may be presented to the Annual Convention: 1. Binding – presents something that the assembly has the authority to mandate and the State or National Board has the authority to enact without involvement of other parties. (e.g. The State newsletter will be published six times per year instead of four times per year.) 2. Non-Binding – presents something that the assembly desires to be done but the State or National Board does not, on its own, have the authority to enact but must consult/work with other entities. (e.g. A change in the health benefits.) What makes a good resolution? 1. Well thought out. a. Do not use a resolution for an unrealistic wish list. 2. Researched. a. Invest the time to get all of your facts straight, and your ― ducks in a row. b. Check the information the Association has available on items already addressed or under consideration – particularly at the National level. c. Ask questions about the idea/concept you want to present. 3. Presents a realistic and ― doable concept. a. Don‘t present something you know cannot or will not be done. 4. Input is sought from others who have experience with the topic being presented in the resolution. a. For example, if you want to make changes to the duties of the Treasurer, seek input form the current and past Treasurers. 5. Well written. a. If writing is not your ―thing, ask for help. Write it out and review it before you just submit it. 6. Concise. a. Don‘t be ― wordy. More does NOT necessarily mean better. b. It should be easily understood, even by an outsider. c. Remember the KISS rule – Keep it Short and Simple. Tips for resolution writing. 1. Only information REQUIRED for under standing is included in the WHEREAS clauses. 2. Keep WHEREAS clauses to an absolute minimum. If the RESOLVED clause can be understood on its own, then eliminate the WHEREAS clause (s). 3. One RESOLVED clause stating the action desired. 4. Reviewed by others prior to submission. 5. NOT presented merely for the purposes of saying you have presented a resolution. If you follow the information presented above, the business of our State Annual Convention will flow smoothly and be effective and effi-cient. ALL Resolutions and Constitutions submitted electronically in Word Format only not PDF, Please.
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NEW YORK RURAL LETTER CARRIERS’ ASSOCIATION 2014 STATE CONVENTION
JUNE 29 – JULY 2, 2014 If you haven’t made plans to attend the 2014 State Convention, don’t delay any longer. Before you know it, it will be time to make your way to Cattaraugus County. For anyone that has never been to our County before, Cattaraugus County is great country setting with a slower way of life. There are plenty of things to do and see. (If you’re looking to get away from the hustle and bustle of big city life.) Our County has great fishing, beautiful bike or horse riding trails. We also have the Amish Trail, a group of Amish families and businesses that show their way of life and offer their services/products. Our local Win-eries are award winning and are always glad to show off their harvest. Ellicottville is a great place to spend a day eating, shopping or just walking and enjoying the sights. The members from Cattaraugus County RLCA are please to host our 2014 State Convention. We have been busy putting together the program and feel certain that you will have an enjoyable stay. Holiday Valley Mountain Resort has made many changes and additions since our 2010 Convention. They have added the Sky High Climbing Forest, the Mountain Coaster and the Sky High Aerial Adventure Park. Of course they have one of the finest Golf Courses around. Our Ice Breaker will be the evening of the 29th, it will be a buffet style with Beef on Wick, Buffalo Wing, Pizza and Salad plus 1st drink, cost $15. Meal plans are available and will cost $85 for 3 breakfasts and 2 lunches (children 3-10 are $42.50). After the meeting on the 30th we are planning a trip to the Seneca Allegany Casino for the adults and a mixer for the Juniors, plans are still being finalized. No Convention would be complete without a Banquet. Ours will be on the 1st. The price for the banquet will be about $30.
The Holiday Valley Mountain Resort & Conference Center
6081 Route 219 PO Box 370
Ellicottville, NY. 14731 1-800-323-0020
http://www.holidayvalley.com/
Room rates: $110.00 per night plus tax (13%)
Should you have questions or special needs please call Joe or Betty Jo at 716-988-3015 or send an email to [email protected]
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Holiday Valley Mountain Resort, 6081 Route 219, PO Box 370, Ellicottville, NY 14731
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New York Rural Letter Carriers’ Association 2014 STATE CONVENTION
Sunday, June 29, 2014 Registration 2:00 PM-6:00 PM Worship Service/Memorial Service 6:00 PM Ice Breaker with cash bar 7:00PM-10:00 PM Monday, June 30, 2014 Breakfast 6:30 AM – 8:00 AM Registration 8:00 AM-12:00 PM JOINT SESSION 8:30AM-11:00 AM National Anthem Becky Rowicki Guest Speakers: Holiday Valley Dennis Esbaugh State Senator Catharine Young National Officer Susan Knapp Auxiliary National Officer Sheila Reardon-Gilman Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation Karen Swierski GENERAL SESSION 11:15 AM Lunch 12:15 PM-1:30 PM Delegate at large check in 1:15 PM BUSINESS SESSION 1:30 PM Labor relations to follow immediately after business session ends. Casino Trip for Adults and Mixer for Junior’s 6:00 PM - 11:00 PM Junior’s must be picked up no later than 11:30 PM Tuesday, July 1, 2014 Breakfast 6:30 AM – 8:00 AM Delegate at large check in 8:15 AM BUSINESS SESSION 8:30 AM Lunch 12:15 PM-1:30 PM Delegate at large check in 1:15 PM BUSINESS SESSION 1:30 PM - 3:15 Caucus 3:30 PM - 4:30 Cash Bar 6:00 PM - 6:30 PM BANQUET 6:30 PM - ? Wednesday, July 2, 2014 Breakfast 6:30 AM – 8:00 AM Delegate at large check in 8:15 AM BUSINESS SESSION 8:30 AM Election of Officers and Site Selection for 2016 Business concludes
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NEW YORK RURAL LETTER CARRIERS’ ASSOCIATION 2014 STATE CONVENTION
JUNE 29 – JULY 2, 2014
The Holiday Valley Mountain Resort & Conference Center 6081 Route 219
PO Box 370 Ellicottville, NY. 14731
1-800-323-0020 http://www.holidayvalley.com/
Room rates:
$110.00 per night plus tax (124.30 total)
Make reservations directly with Holiday Valley Tell them it is for the Rural Carrier Convention
Handicap Reservations must be made EARLY
Camper or RV parking w/electric 30 amp - $16 a day without electric $11 a day
camp sites are first come – first served
RESERVATION DEADLINE: MAY 30, 2014 Check in time - 3 PM. Check out time – 11 AM
Directions
From North and North East: Take I-90 to exit 55, south on Route 219. Stay on Route 219 for about 44 miles directly to Holiday Valley. Hotel on right.
From West and South East: Take I-86 to exit 21, north on Route 219.
Stay on Route 219 for about 10 miles to Holiday Valley. Hotel on left.
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2014 STATE CONVENTION Convention order form for the Ice Breaker, Meal Plan, Casino, Mixer for Junior’s and Banquet
RESERVATION DEADLINE IS JUNE 6, 2014 Name: _________________________________________ Address: ________________________ City: ____________________ Phone: ______________ Meal Plan will consist of 3 breakfast buffets and 2 lunch buffets Adult-----------------Number _________ x $85.00 = ____________ Children 4 years and under free Children (5-10) ----Number _________ x $42.50 = ____________ Ice Breaker June 29th will consist of a buffet of Beef on Wick sliders, Pizza, Wings, Salad and a drink. This will take place across the street at the Restaurant “The Depot”. It will also provide fun and games for young and the not so young. From 7pm – 10 pm. Adult-----------------Number _________ x $15.00 = ____________ Children 4 years and under free Children (5-10) -----Number _________ x $ 7.50 = _____________ Casino/Mixer for Junior’s Transpor tation will be provided to and from the Seneca Casino for adults from 6pm until 11pm. You will receive $15 in “FREE PLAY” but you must provide for your own dinner.
Adult-----------------Number _________ No Charge
A mixer will be held for the junior’s from 6pm until 11:00 pm. All children must be picked up by 11:30 pm.
Junior-----------------Number _________ No Charge Banquet July 1st Roasted Loin of Pork Montreal with Caramelized Apples and Onions with a Red Grape Demi Glaze ------------Number _________ x $28.00 = ____________ Grilled Mahi Mahi with a Tropical Fruit Salsa -------Number _________ x $31.00 = ____________ Grilled Cider Basted Breast of Chicken ----------------Number _________ x $28.00 = ____________ Junior’s will be joining our Banquet again this year. Spaghetti Dinner for Junior’s ONLY, children 15 and under ----Number _______ x $15.00 = _________ All Banquet dinners include Caesar Salad, roll, vegetable accompaniment chosen by chef, dessert and cof-
fee, tea or lemonade.
Corsage Number _____ x $ 8.00 =_______ Boutonniere Number _____ x $ 5.00 =_______
Make checks payable to: Send your completed form to: 2014 NYRLCA CONVENTION Vicky Raecher 5281 Humphrey Rd Great Valley, NY. 14741
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NEW YORK RURAL LETTER CARRIER ASSOCIATION Parliamentary Procedure
Definitions
Amend A motion to modify the wording – and within certain limits the meaning – of a pending motion BEFORE the pending motion is acted upon by the assembly. Call for the Orders of the Day A privileged motion by which a member can require the assembly to conform to its agenda, program, or order of business. If a member feels the order of business has been inadvertently overlooked, she/he can ‘Call for the Orders of the Day.’ Commit/Refer A motion used to send a pending question to a committee so the question may be carefully investigated prior to further action by the assembly. The motion to Commit/Refer is the ONLY means by which a question can be carried over from one convention to the next convention. Division of the Assembly When a member doubts the results of a voice vote or a vote by show of hands – either because the result appears close or because he doubts that a representative number of the members present have voted – she/he can call for a Division of the Assembly thereby requir-ing the vote to be taken again by rising. Division of a Question When a motion relating to a single subject contains several parts, each of which is capable of standing as a complete proposition if the others are removed, the parts can be separated to be considered and voted on as if they were distinct questions. Extend Debate A subsidiary motion by which an assembly can exercise control over debate on a pending question or on a series of pending questions. The motion to Extend debate can extend debate by allowing more and longer speeches than allowed under the rules. Lay on the Table A motion that enables the assembly to lay the pending question aside temporarily WHEN SOMETHING ELSE OF IMMEDIATE UR-GENCY has arisen in such a way that:
There is NO SET TIME for taking up the matter again; But its consideration can be resumed at the will of a majority and in preference to any new questions that may then be com-
peting with it for consideration. Limit Debate A subsidiary motion by which an assembly can exercise special control over debate on a pending question or on a series of pending questions. The motion to Limit Debate can limit debate by: 1. reducing the number or length of speeches permitted, but without including a specific provision for closing debate; or 2. requiring that, at a certain later hour or after debate for a specific length of time, debate shall be closed and the question be put to a vote. Main Motion/Resolution A main motion or resolution is a motion whose introduction brings business before the assembly. It can be made only while no other motion is pending. Parliamentary Inquiry A question directed to the presiding officer to obtain information on a matter of parliamentary law/procedure or the rules of the organi-zation bearing on the business at hand. Point of Information A request directed to the presiding officer, or through the presiding officer to another officer or member, for information relevant to the business at hand, but NOT related to parliamentary procedure. Point of Order When a member thinks the rules of the assembly are being violated, she/he can raise a point of order, thereby calling upon the chair for a ruling and enforcement of regular/proper rules. Postpone to a Certain Time The motion by which action on a pending question can be put off, within limits, to a definite day, meeting, or hour, or until after a cer-tain event. Previous Question The motion used to bring the assembly to an immediate vote on one or more pending questions. This adoption of the motion immediate-ly closes debate on, and stops amendment of, the immediately pending question and such other pending questions as the motion may specify and prevents the making of any other subsidiary motion except the higher ranking ‘Lay on the Table.’ Take from the Table The object of the motion is to make pending again before the assembly a motion or a series of adhering motions that previously have been laid on the table.
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RECENTLY RETIRED MEMBERS
NEW MEMBERS
Congratulations to these recent retirees
Welcome our New Union Members
RECENTLY DECEASED MEMBERS
Condolences to the families of the members that passed.
First Name Last Name LOC DES Post Office Recruited By BETH ZANNI 011 78 - RCA CANANDAIGUA MUSCATO, KENNETH J TIANA MORETTI 039 78 - RCA MIDDLE ISLAND FALCONE, NICK BRYAN DUFFY 014 78 - RCA ONTARIO NYRLCA THOMAS AGAR 030 78 - RCA SAUGERTIES ROBINSON, DAVID W RONALD SCHMITZ 030 78 - RCA KINGSTON ROBINSON, DAVID W MEHMET GOZEN 014 78 - RCA ONTARIO NYRLCA LISA TRINKLE 012 74 - RCA VAC RT HOLLAND EVERTS HACKETT, MARIA L KATHLEEN MANN 053 78 - RCA MONTGOMERY PIKE, DIANE G
DUSTY VANCISE 003 79 - RCA AUX RT CAMERON MILLS NYRLCA THEODORE LIVERMORE 001 78 - RCA FREEVILLE NYRLCA REBECCA TAYLOR 010 78 - RCA CASTILE EVERTS, DEBBY A LEIF LASAGNE 046 78 - RCA KATONAH NYRLCA BRIAN BOOTH 023 78 - RCA CONEWANGO VALLEY JOHNSON, RICKY L KATHLEEN MANETTA 016 78 - RCA TIVOLI NYRLCA KATHLEEN SHOTT 046 78 - RCA NORTH SALEM CALLAHAN, SUSAN CHRISTOPHER DAVIS 053 78 - RCA MIDDLETOWN NYRLCA MICHAEL FRIEDOW 042 78 - RCA GUILDERLAND RING, SYLVIA CAROL LEROY 007 78 - RCA HONEOYE FALLS HARTMAN, WILLIAM E SARAH ELAM 014 78 - RCA LYONS NYRLCA ELLEN LOWMAN 020 78 - RCA CORTLAND CHACE JR, NORMAN W JR FREDERICK MC ELROY 022 71 - Regular TULLY NYRLCA DENNIS DUMOND 029 78 - RCA WALTON FOSTER, FRANK S GERALDINE JONES 008 78 - RCA RANSOMVILLE JONES, PHILIP W DONN REILE 031 78 - RCA SARATOGA SPRINGS NYRLCA MICHAEL FISHER 046 78 - RCA BEDFORD NYRLCA CHRISTOPHER CHALETAIN 030 78 - RCA SAUGERTIES NYRLCA THOMAS CONNOLLY 016 78 - RCA POUGHKEEPSIE NYRLCA CORINNE LACELLE 002 78 - RCA PULASKI NYRLCA PATIENCE WNEK 023 78 - RCA MACHIAS PALMER, CINDY G CARMEL ROBINSON 015 71 - Regular ALEXANDRIA BAY NYRLCA DAWN ZIOLO 010 78 - RCA PERRY PALMER, CINDY G JOHN KENNISON 017 78 - RCA JAMESTOWN PALMER, CINDY G TANESHA THOMAS 046 78 - RCA CROTON ON HUDSON NYRLCA/G SMITH ANDREA VANKUREN 024 78 - RCA GREENE NYRLCA/J DELLES EDWARD SNYDER 045 78 - RCA KINDERHOOK NYRLCA/J HAWLEY
First Name Last Name Post Office County/Area LOC ELEANOR CAMPBELL HIGHLAND MILLS Orange/Rockland 053 MARTIN CASEY CHESTER Orange/Rockland 053 DOUGLAS CRAIG HEUVELTON TRU-NORTH 054 SUSAN FREDEREKSEN WARSAW Wyoming 010 JANICE GROTE FISHKILL Dutchess 016 DUANE HILL MIDDLEPORT Niagara 008 RODNEY MATHIS BOONVILLE Oneida 005 EMILY MC CUMBER CLIFTON PARK WA/SA/WA 031 NICHOLAS MCCARTHY CORNING Steuben 003 RUTH SMITH HEUVELTON TRU-NORTH 054 LEE ZEHR COPENHAGEN Jeff/Lewis 015 ROBERT DARRAH DANNEMORA Clinton/Essex 033 KATHY FLANDERS SARATOGA SPRINGS WA/SA/WA 031 JOHN KENSINGER PORT BYRON Cayuga/Seneca 028 SALLY MC KERNON GREENWICH WA/SA/WA 031 PATRICIA DODGE PERU Clinton/Essex 033
GEORGE LEACKFELDT 4 - Retired Schenectady
HAROLD FLETCHER 4 - Retired Ontario/Yates
DAVID CUNNINGHAM 4 - Retired Dutchess
FRANCIS MIDDENDORF 4 - Retired Broome
RICHARD ONEIL 4 - Retired Broome
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DUTIES of OTHER APPOINTED REPRESENTATIVES Immediately upon the end of term of office for which appointed, or upon earlier termination, shall turn over to his/ her successor all books, monies, papers, and other property entrusted to him/ her, belonging to this Association.
Provident Guild Representative The compensation is as defined in the NYRLCA Constitution.
Duties and responsibilities are to:
·Attend as many meetings as possible to offer Provident Guild membership to NRLCA members and spouses. If unable to
attend contact a state board member and supply with appropriate materials.
·Submit article for publication in the “Empire State Rural Letter Carrier Newsletter”
·Submit an ad in the State Convention booklet
·Use printout of state membership to follow up on delinquencies
·Upon the death of a Provident Guild member, provide a death benefit form
·Shall submit an annual report
·For clarifications of salaries/expenses refer to board policy page 14
Chaplain
The compensation is as defined in the NYRLCA Constitution.
Duties and responsibilities are to:
·Offer invocation at each session of the State Convention, including the Banquet if in attendance
·Serve as chairman of the Deceased Members Committee
·Attend and offer prayer at other meetings as possible, including New York breakfast at National Convention
·Shall submit an annual report
GMAC Representative/Highway Users
The compensation is as defined in the NYRLCA Constitution
Duties and responsibilities are to:
·Promote the Rural Letter Carrier Vehicle and Homeowner Insurance program
·Attend annual meeting at NRLCA National Convention
·Within thirty days of attending National Convention send written synopsis to all state board members
·Attend Booster meetings, State Convention, and any other function where large numbers of members may gather, to provide
information about the program. If unable to attend contact a state board member and supply with appropriate materials.
·Submit article/ad for publication in the "Empire State Rural Letter Carrier Newsletter"
·Submit an ad in the State Convention booklet
·Review problems and concerns of members and refer them to Customer Relations
·Provide promotional materials to membership as well as to elected representatives
·Obtain testimonials whenever possible to provide positive reinforcement; (these may be placed in the state newsletter or Na-
tional magazine)
·Review reports to maintain awareness of program's success in our state
·Get everyone involved to promote GMAC at every level
·Shall submit an annual report
Political Action Committee & Legislative Director The compensation is as defined in the NYRLCA Constitution.
These duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
·Attend the NYRLCA State Convention and as many county and other meetings as possible to report information about PAC,
political issues, and solicit donations.
·Will attend PAC seminar at the NRLCA National Convention if they are an elected delegate.
·Will Attend Legislative Seminar in Washington D.C contingent on president request.
·Within thirty days of attending any National Convention/Legislative Seminar in Washington D.C. send written synopsis to all
state board members for inclusion on the NYRLCA website, after review by the approving official.
·Will send pins and receipts to board members for their spring and fall meets
·Shall make EFT forms available at all meetings attended
·Provide information about PAC, political issues, & solicit donations in a variety of forums including the “Empire State Rural
Letter Carrier Newsletter”
·Organize fund raising activities within the state (solicit PAC items)
·Shall submit an ad in the state convention booklet
·Submit repor t for each issue of newsletter
·Remember, at the present time you can not raffle items to raise money in New York State
·Keep the NYRLCA members informed and educated on all bills before congress and the State legislature affecting rural letter
carriers
·Establish and maintain an open line of communication between our association and our congressional representatives and their
staff
·Keep the membership updated through the Empire State Newsletter with articles on issues concerning our craft
·Publish in the Empire State Newsletter the State and congressional vote on issues affecting rural carrier
·Attend county meetings when possible or supply PAC representative, county Secretary or President with current issues to dis-
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NATIONAL GENERAL
REPORT
By John Francher,
Representative
S pring is finally here and that means changes are in the air. Good news for
current National General Insurance NRLCA policyholders. A new phone number that is monitored by spe-cialized agents to take NRLCA service calls for policy changes, billing and any other services needed. The phone number to call is 1-885-RLC-VIPS, 1-885-752-8477. For those of you that are not currently National General Insur-ance policyholders, now is the time to look at changing your in-surance. Join the team that has:
Optional towing to nearby repair shops
Lifetime guarantee on collision repairs from our Gold Medal Repair Shops
SmartValet® – We’ll pick up your damaged vehicle and bring you a rental car after a claim. Once repaired, we’ll deliver your vehicle to you and return the rental
Claims Satisfaction Guarantee – You’ll be satisfied with your claims service or your deductible is waived, up to $250.
Please take the time and call or fill out the form at the back of the magazine for a free quote. Be sure to mention the savings code R-43.
Please contact me if you have any questions 518-755-2829 or [email protected]. Be safe and I’ll see you in Ellicottville.
·Be a member of the PAC team and actively involved in it’s promotion
·Provide information to the Auxiliary
·Forward e-mails from national vice-president of governmental affairs to board members
·Give legislative seminar at state convention as needed
·Shall submit an annual report
Newsletter Editor/Lay-out Person
The compensation is as defined in the NYRLCA Constitution.
Duties and responsibilities are:
·Send reminders to regular contributors
·Verify submissions of LETTERS TO THE EDITOR (criteria Appendix page 10)
·Edit/review accuracy of newsletter articles
·Make sure all articles are reviewed by the President, Vice-president and State Steward
·Work with Co-Editor (Co-Editor is a Board member)
·Write articles as necessary
·Attend national Editor’s Seminar at National Convention
·Within thirty days of attending National Convention send written synopsis to all state board members
·Send all advertising checks to the Secretary
·Shall submit an annual report WEBMASTER
Compensation is as defined in the NYRLCA Constitution. Duties and responsibilities are:
Will have access to the password in order to manipulate site
The webmaster has the authority to remove items that are no longer relevant without prior authorization of the President, Newsletter Co-Editor and State Steward (example would be county meeting dates that have passed, etc.)
Any other changes to content of the site are subject to the President and State Steward’s approval
The site will be updated at least once a week—hours spent are estimated at 1-2 hours per week
Must be a member in good standing of the NYRLCA
Must have knowledge of website creation
Is appointed annually by the President
Expenses should include a monthly High Speed internet charge and any phone bills related to the website
Name, address, phone, and email should be available to the membership
Items for the website should be sent to the President, and State Steward for approval and then sent to the webmaster. If not accepta ble, the President, or State Steward replies to the sender. County meeting information does not need this approval.
Whenever meetings and/or count schools are posted on the website, the following disclaimer will be added: “The following are the only authorized meetings and/or count schools recognized by the NYRLCA Board.”
Will work closely with the Newsletter editor so that information that is in the newsletter will also be on the website. Shall submit an annual report
State Historian Compensation is as defined in the NYRLCA Constitution.
Duties and responsibilities are to: ·Provide for the storage and maintenance of state memorabilia. ·Display memorabilia on appropriate occasions as directed by the State Board.
·Shall submit an annual report
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OUTSTANDING MEMBER OF THE YEAR NOMINEE
I/We hereby nominate ______________________________________________________________
Address ______________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________
to be Outstanding Member of the Year for the New York Rural Letter Carriers’ Association.
GUIDELINES I. Method of selection (1) May be nominated by individual, county, or district units
(2) Nominations should be submitted with a brief resume of accomplishments, to the Chairman of the Executive Committee 15 days prior to the start of the State Convention
II Eligibility
(1) Any member of the Association may be nominated as a candidate for Outstanding Member of the Year Award
III Criteria for selection (1) The primary consideration of the Selection Committee shall be: (a) The service rendered by the candidate to the National Rural Carriers’ Association (b) Attendance and participation in local, state and national meetings (c) Willingness to accept responsibilities and dedication in performing those duties (d) Fraternal attitude to others in the Rural Carrier Craft
(2) The selection committee will also consider as a secondary matter, other service which the candidate may have rendered such as civic and community activities which reflect favorably upon the Rural Carrier Craft and the Postal Service
(3) Consideration shall be given for service rendered in the immediate preceding twelve month period. Such policy will en-
courage each member, even the newest one, to seek to achieve the award during the current year Nominated by: _________________________________________________________________ Address: _________________________________________________________________
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Student Applicant: ___________________________________________________________________________ (Last Name) (First Name ) ( Middle Initial ) Student’s Home Address:_____________________________________________________________________ ( PO Box # or Street Address or RR address) Phone#:_____________ ______________________________________________________________________ ( City ) (State ) ( Zip Code ) (County ) Student’s Date of Birth:_________________________________________________________________________ ( Month ) ( Day ) ( Year ) ( Male)----------( Female ) Parent/Carrier’s Name:__________________________________________________________________________ Parent/Carrier’s Address:________________________________________________________________________ Student’s Relationship to Carrier:_________________________________________________________________ Is the carrier a member of the NYRLCA? YES_______ NO_______ Name of School to which the student is applying:_____________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________________ Address of School:______________________________________________________________________________ Anticipated course of study for which this scholarship will be used: _____________________________________________________________________________________________ List three (3) references that I can expect to receive in the near future ( school, clergy, Teacher, neighbors, employer, No immediate family members) ( See No. 2 on reverse page). 1. ___________________________________________________________________________________________ ( Name ) ( Address ) ( Position ) 2. ___________________________________________________________________________________________ ( Name ) ( Address ) ( Position ) 3. ___________________________________________________________________________________________ ( Name ) ( Address ) ( Position ) SEE REVERSE FOR REQUIREMENT FOR THIS SCHOLARSHIP. Send scholarships and references to: Chairman of the Scholarship Committee: Lorna Delles 30750 NYS Rt. 26 Theresa, New York 13691
2013 - 2014 NEW YORK RURAL LETTER CARRIERS’ ASSOCIATION AUXILIARY SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION
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REQUIREMENTS: Must be postmarked no later than June 1st. 2. Provide for three (3) letters of references. References can be mailed directly to the Chair of the Scholarship Committee by the person making the reference OR can be gathered by the applicant and mailed along with the application. 3. If scholarship recipient fails to complete a semester, the scholarship shall be terminated. 4. A statement from the school showing that the student is enrolled as a full time or part time, Graduate or undergraduate student for each semester is required by October 1st and February 1st respectively. 5. Applicant must be a spouse, child, or grandchild of a Rural Carrier and Parent or spouse MUST be a member of the Family Dues Plan for one (1) full year prior to application and Maintain membership for a minimum of three (3) years following the award. ( Do not request an Auxiliary dues refund for this period of time.) The only exceptions are: A. Parent or carrier is deceased; surviving parent or spouse must maintain membership In the applicable organization. B. Single parent must also maintain membership. 6. Payments will be made directly to the scholarship recipient in the amount of $250 at the start of each semesters for two (2) semesters for the school year awarded. This amount may be adjusted based on the available funds and the number of scholarships awarded. 7. Applicant must submit a new scholarship application for each subsequent year they wish to be considered for this award.. 8. Prior references on file are accepted. The applicant must verify with the current Chairman of the Scholarship Committee that prior references are in fact on file. If they are not on file for any reason, the applicant must provide new references as determined By the Chairman of the Scholarship Committee. 9. The Auxiliary Executive Board has the final decision and will use its discretion in special cases. 10. A Board Member of the Auxiliary will be selected as Chairman of the Scholarship Committee.
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2013-2014 NEW YORK RURAL LETTER CARRIERS’ ASSOCIATION AUXILIARY
MARY LOU ROSS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION
Student Applicant: ___________________________________________________________________________ (Last Name) (First Name ) ( Middle Initial ) Student’s Home Address:_____________________________________________________________________ ( PO Box # or Street Address or RR address) Phone#:_____________ ______________________________________________________________________ ( City ) (State ) ( Zip Code ) (County ) Student’s Date of Birth:_________________________________________________________________________ ( Month ) ( Day ) ( Year ) ( Male)----------( Female ) Parent/Carrier’s Name:__________________________________________________________________________ Parent/Carrier’s Address:________________________________________________________________________ Student’s Relationship to Carrier:_________________________________________________________________ Is the carrier a member of the NYRLCA? YES_______ NO_______ Name of School to which the student is applying:_____________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________ Address of School:______________________________________________________________________________ Anticipated course of study for which this scholarship will be used: _____________________________________________________________________________________________ List three (3) references that I can expect to receive in the near future (school, clergy, neighbors, teacher, employer no immediate family members.) ( See No.2 on reverse page). 1. ___________________________________________________________________________________________ ( Name ) ( Address ) ( Position ) 2. ___________________________________________________________________________________________ ( Name ) ( Address ) ( Position ) 3. ___________________________________________________________________________________________ ( Name ) ( Address ) ( Position ) SEE REVERSE FOR REQUIREMENT FOR THIS SCHOLARSHIP. Send scholarships and references to: Chairman of the Scholarship Committee: Lorna Delles 30750 NYS Rt. 26 Theresa, New York 13691
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REQUIREMENTS: Must be postmarked no later than June 1st. 2. Provide for three (3) letters of references. References can be mailed directly to the Chair of the Scholarship Committee by the person making the reference OR can be gathered by the applicant and mailed along with the application. 3. If scholarship recipient fails to complete a semester, the scholarship shall be terminated. 4. A statement from the school showing that the student is enrolled as a full time or part time, Graduate or undergraduate student for each semester is required by October 1st and February 1st respectively. 5. Applicant must be a spouse, child, or grandchild of a Rural Carrier and Parent or spouse MUST be a member of the Family Dues Plan for one (1) full year prior to application and Maintain membership for a minimum of three (3) years following the award. ( Do not request an Auxiliary dues refund for this period of time.) The only exceptions are: A. Parent or carrier is deceased; surviving parent or spouse must maintain membership In the applicable organization. B. Single parent must also maintain membership. 6. Payments will be made directly to the scholarship recipient in the amount of $250 at the start of each semesters for two (2) semesters for the school year awarded. This amount may be adjusted based on the available funds and the number of scholarships awarded. 7. Prior references on file are accepted. The applicant must verify with the current Chairman of the Scholarship Committee that prior references are in fact on file. If they are not on file for any reason, the applicant must provide new references as determined By the Chairman of the Scholarship Committee. 8. The Auxiliary Executive Board has the final decision and will use its discretion in special cases. 9. A Board Member of the Auxiliary will be selected as Chairman of the Scholarship Committee. 10. This memorial scholarship is being presented for another year.
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PRESIDENT VICE-PRESIDENT SECRETARY* TREASURER Lorna Delles Noreen Rhinehart Linda Mott Sheila Reardon-Gilman 30750 NYS Route 26 122 Lawyer Road PO Box 34 6132 Reservoir Road Theresa, NY 13691 Middleburgh, NY 12122 Deposit, NY 13754 Hamilton, NY 13346 Phone: (315) 628-5671 Phone: (518) 827-4750 Phone: (607) 467-4124 Phone: (315) 824-6618 E-mail: [email protected] E-mail: [email protected] E-mail: [email protected] E-mail: [email protected]
CHAIRMAN SECRETARY MEMBER Robin Glass Betty Jo Westling Cathy Arnold 104 Keyes Road PO Box 433 220 Nob Hill Lisbon, NY 13658 South Dayton, NY 14138 Newfield, NY 14867 Phone: (315) 323-2185 Phone: (716) 988-3015 Phone: (607) 592-4145 E-mail: [email protected] E-mail: [email protected] E-mail: [email protected]
CHAPLAIN JUNIOR SPONSOR SCHOLARSHIP Ruth Ester Delavan Michelle Fancher Lorna Delles 5034 Gee Brook Road 12622 Route 23 30750 NYS Route 26 Cincinnatus, NY 13040 Prattsville, NY 12468` Theresa, NY 13691 Phone: (607) 863-3822 Phone: (518) 755-5114 Phone: (315) 628-5671 E-mail: [email protected] E-mail: [email protected]
PRESIDENT VICE-PRESIDENT SECRETARY/TREASURER David Hackett Emma Blenis Hannah Lehman
STATE AUXILIARY OFFICERS
AUXILIARY EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
AUXILIARY APPOINTMENTS
JUNIOR OFFICERS
2014 NY STATE CONVENTION: ELLICOTTVILLE Our convention this year is at Holiday Valley Ellicottville, NY. We are preparing a fun time for all! Besides swimming there will be a field trip. Please bring your Junior T-shirts from last year. Also, please know that we have a proper dress code that the Juniors have to observe. We will be doing our posters that we will take to the National Convention this summer in Grapevine, Texas. Our safety program will be presented. A special thanks goes out to everyone from Cattaraugus County for hosting this convention! PLEASE contact us, we always need extra help. Drive safely, see you in Ellicottville! Michelle Fancher and the Auxiliary Board Junior Program Sunday, June 29---Registration 2--6: Joint Worship/ Memorial Service--6 pm, Ice Breaker--7--10 pm Monday, June 30---Registration 8--12, Joint Session 8:30--11 am. 11:15 call to order, lunch --12:15-1:30 Auxiliary /Juniors Safety Program--after lunch then continue working on posters, etc. Tuesday, July 1--Call to order-9 am, Election of Officers, final preparation, other business, lunch-12-1:30 Field Trip (TBA) 1:30 --4:30 pm. Return to hotel to be picked up by Parents for the Banquet. Wednesday, July 2---Call to order--8:30 prepare for program with auxiliary, 9 am continue business meeting Auxiliary Program Sunday, June 29---Registration 2--6: Joint Worship/ Memorial Service--6 pm, Ice Breaker ---7--10 pm Monday, June 30--Registration 8--12, Joint Session- 8:30--11 am, 11:15 am call to order, Start business meeting, Lunch ---12:15--1:30, Auxiliary/Juniors Safety Program --continue business meeting. Tuesday July 1--Call to order--9 am, Lunch --12--1:30, Juniors field trip, Banquet --7 pm Wednesday, July 2--Call to order--9 am, Junior Program --9 am, Business meeting continues, lunch 12— 1:30 pm, Continue business meeting if needed. Auxiliary Executive Board Meeting after convention is over. Complete Agenda will be available at Convention---Agenda subject to Change
In this issue and all previous issues, there are New York Scholarship forms available. Please send to Lorna Delles and have postmarked by June 1st. National Scholarships were due March 1st.
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APPLICATION FOR MEMBERSHIP – DUES YEAR 7/1/14 - 6/30/2015
NAME: ________________________________________________________
SOC. SEC. # ______-_________-________ EMPLOYEE I.D. # ______________________________
ADDRESS: __________________________________________________________________________ (Number & Street or PO Box)
____________________________________________________________________________________ (City) (State) (Zip+4)
POST OFFICE: ___________________________________COUNTY___________________________ (Where You Work) (Where you work)
DESIGNATION: ____________________ SPOUSES’S NAME: ___________________________
TELEPHONE: (____) _______ - _________ REFERRED BY: ___________________________
Email address: _____________________________________________________________________
Two (2) ways to pay your dues; To become a Dues Withholding Member, simply prepare P.S. Form 1187 (or Form 1187R if re-tired), and submit with this form to State Secretary. The dues withholding program is a simple way in which to spread your dues over the year in equal payments. Once on dues withholding, you do NOT need to renew annually. You are strongly encouraged to utilize this program. Dues withholding rates: Regular Carrier $ 24.94 Per pay period NYRLCA STATE SECRETARY PTF $ 24.94 Per pay period PO BOX 787 Substitute Carrier/RCR/RCA $ 8.71 Per pay period MILLERTON NY 12546-0787 Retired Carrier $ 7.05 Monthly
CASH PAY: Dues year is from July 1 thru June 30 of each year. Should you choose to be a Cash Pay Member, make your check payable to the NYRLCA for the to-tal annual amount; no partial payments allowed, and submit with this form to the State Secretary.
Regular Carrier $ 648.42 Annually NYRLCA STATE SECRETARY PTF $ 648.42 Annually PO BOX 787 Substitute Carrier/RCR/RCA $ 226.54 Annually MILLERTON NY 12546-0787 Retired Carrier $ 84.60 Annually Those NRLCA members who have signed an authorization for deduction of dues and do not wish to participate in the Fami-ly Plan may request a refund of Auxiliary dues. Such refund request must be made in writing to the NRLCA Secretary-Treasurer. Requests must be sent in after July 1st and before September 30th.
Union Membership affords you the opportunity to participate in our vision, dental, medical health plans, and auto, life and disability insurance*. Information on these benefits may be obtained from the State Secretary. Your dues include member-ship in the National, State and County/Area Associations. * Some restrictions may apply to relief carriers
Dues, assessments, contributions or gifts to the NYRLCA are not deductible as charitable contributions for federal income tax purposes.
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Send to: NYRLCA Secretary PO BOX 787 Millerton NY 12546-0787
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LOIS C. BAILEY NYRLCA SECRETARY PO BOX 787 MILLERTON NY 12546-0787
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