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March 19, 2024
The Future Is Here
MVS Director Michael Foster provides his initial thoughts of the fully electric Next Generation Delivery Vehicles meant to replace the aging postal fleet.
March 19, 2024
Clerk Division Continues RI-399 Training and Staffing
The Clerk Division has ramped up our training of clerk craft jurisdiction/machine staffing advocates for the Regional Instruction (RI)-399 process.
March 19, 2024
Shining a Light on Safety for Workers’ Memorial Day
Industrial Relations Director Charlie Cash shines a light on safety for Workers’ Memorial Day, and the steps postal workers can take to insure safe conditions in their workplace.
March 19, 2024
Workers’ Compensation Insurance and Why it is Required!
One of the legal requirements that local and state presidents and treasurers must comply with is obtaining workers’ compensation insurance. Since local and state unions are treated as small businesses under state law, ea...
March 19, 2024
I Believe Our Postal Service is Quickly Changing into a Failing Business Model and Our Universal Service Obligation to America is Disappearing.
The Postmaster General (PMG) has degraded our Service Standards and he isn’t stopping. His business plan is destroying us and has lost the confidence of our customers, which affects our mail volume and revenue.
March 19, 2024
“The Only Constant is Change”
Postal management’s network “modernization” plan, mostly driven by changing communications and advancing technology, is underway. Members are legitimately concerned about its impact on jobs and service.
March 8, 2024
The History of International Working Women’s Day
International Working Women’s Day (IWD) is a day of collective global activism and celebration that belongs to all those committed to progressing women’s equality. Celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and politica...
March 5, 2024
Facts and Arguments Exchanged in Dispatch Coordinator National Dispute
On Monday, March 4, 2024, the Clerk Craft and the Postal Service exchanged 15-day statements in the dispute surrounding the newly created Dispatch Coordinator position.
February 27, 2024
2024 Rank and File Bargaining Advisory Committee Appointed
With national contract negotiations set to begin on June 25, President Mark Dimondstein has announced the names of the APWU members who will serve on the Rank-and-File Bargaining Advisory Committee.
February 26, 2024
Maintenance Craft In-Service Open Season March 1-31, 2024
Once a year, during the month of March (March 1-31), ALL career employees may request to be tested for Maintenance Craft eligibility ratings and placement on In-Service Registers.
February 23, 2024
APWU Announces Dedication of Headquarters Boardroom to President William H. Burrus
APWU has honored the legacy of former President William H. Burrus by renaming the National Executive Boardroom at APWU Headquarters in his memory.
February 15, 2024
Maintenance Capable and Non-Maintenance Capable Dispute Settled
APWU and USPS management have settled National Dispute USPS NO. Q18T-6Q-C-21160044/APWU No. HQTT20210109
February 13, 2024
Fifth COLA Increase Announced
The fifth COLA increase under the 2021-2024 Collective Bargaining Agreement has been announced.
January 30, 2024
The Campaign for Better Staffing, Better Service
Learn all about the Campaign for Better Staffing, Better Service
January 26, 2024
The APWU Kicks Off 2024 Contract Campaign Slogan Competition
With the opening of contract negotiations on June 25 just months away, APWU national officers are calling on actively employed, retiree, and auxiliary APWU members to submit slogan ideas for the 2024 Contract Campaign, w...
January 18, 2024
Clerk Division Memorandums of Understanding Extended for MRCs, BMTs, and EAS
On Jan. 17, 2024, the Clerk Division and the Postal Service agreed to temporarily extend the previous Memorandums of Understanding (MOU) regarding the jobs audit of Mailing Requirements Clerks (MRCs), Bulk Mail Technicia...
January 17, 2024
APWU Celebrates Dedication of the History Center
On the evening of Monday, Jan. 8, 2024, officers, staff, and guests of the APWU gathered for the dedication of the APWU History Center. Built around the theme “The Struggle Continues,” the History Center celebrates the c...
January 16, 2024
More Updates on Management’s “Modernization” Plans
USPS Management's "network modernization" plans may affect postal workers and how we serve the public. The APWU will continue to oppose those parts of the “modernization plan” that disrupt, rather than improve, our missi...
January 8, 2024
Overcome Stigma: Learn More About Mental Health and Why Your Well-being is Important
Your mental health is just as important as your physical health. And they’re both equally important to your overall health and wellness. Yet, stigma – or negative beliefs and attitudes – continues to keep many people wit...
January 8, 2024
Watching Your Wallet in 2024
Retirees Director Nancy Olumekor shares a comprehensive list of services provided by the Consumer Finance Protection Board (CFPB) aimed to protect retirees and seniors.
January 8, 2024
Building Self-Esteem
Your personality type influences how you act and how you relate to others. To build self-esteem, it would help to know and put into practice your Personal Bill of Rights.
January 8, 2024
Forging On in Progress This New Year
As another year rolls over, it’s time to reflect on the achievements of the Human Relations Department in 2023.
January 8, 2024
Our Negotiated Right to Organize is a Union’s Foundation
Our negotiated right to organize is a union’s foundation. It’s a path to success and without it, there is no future. We need to ensure our union uplifts all. Organization Director Anna Smith provides some examples of wha...
January 8, 2024
New Year, New Elections: Ways to Prepare for the 2024 Elections
The work must start now to ensure that everyone who can vote does, and understands how voting impacts their lives. I’m asking our members to confi rm you are registered to vote in 2024.
January 8, 2024
Greetings, APWU Family
APWU Central Regional Coordinator Amy Puhlaski takes a moment to formally introduce herself and tell the story about how she became involved in the union.
January 8, 2024
Accounting Service Center Labor Management Meetings Summary
The APWU Support Services national leadership and local Information Technology/Accounting Services (IT/AS) leaders participated in two days of Labor-Management meetings with the Postal Service. Read on for a summary of...
January 8, 2024
Vehicle Maintenance Training Update
MVS Director Foster provides an update on the new Vehicle Maintenance Facility Training Center in Norman, OK.
January 8, 2024
2023: A Year Review
Happy New Year! 2023 brought many changes and introduced several pilot programs to the Maintenance Division. Your national Maintenance Division officers met with the Postal Service and tackled these challenges head on, i...
January 8, 2024
Maintaining a Safe and Secure Work Environment
Maintaining a safe and secure work environment is paramount to the well-being of employees and the prevention of potential emergencies. Is your workplace compliant? Learn why it’s important:
January 8, 2024
RI-399 Talking Point: Article 7 Crossing Craft Violations and Protecting Clerk Craft Work
In a continuing effort to provide as much information as possible to the APWU membership, a meeting was held online on Nov. 30 for participants throughout the country. The meeting was titled, “SDCs/Mail handlers/ Protect...