APWU 2024 National Convention
Huntington Place Convention Center
1 Washington Blvd,
Detroit, Michigan 48226
July 12, 2024 - 8:00AM to July 18, 2024 - 5:00PM
National
2024 APWU Member Convention
July 11: BMC Conference
July 12: Pre-Convention Workshops
July 13-14: Division Conferences; Retirees Conference
July 15-18: Convention Business
The Schedule of Events is now available. See the PDF version of the schedule, subject to change.
More information will be forthcoming. See the APWU Convention Page for additional details.
APWU 27th Biennial National Convention
July 15 – 18, 2024
Detroit, MI
Schedule of Events
See the PDF version of the schedule, Please note that this schedule is subject to change. Additional information, including meeting locations, hotel information and registration details will be forthcoming. Pre-Convention Workshop Registration, BMC Conference Registration and Legislative Workshop Registration is now open. To register for the 2024 Retiree Conference, please visit the 2024 Biennial Retiree Convention page.
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Thursday, July 11, 2024 Pre-Convention Workshop Registration |
Monday, July 15, 2024 Delegate Registration/Exhibits |
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Friday, July 12, 2024 Pre-Convention Workshop Registration |
Tuesday, July 16, 2024 Delegate Registration/Exhibits |
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Saturday, July 13, 2024 Delegate Registration/Exhibits |
Wednesday, July 17, 2024 Delegate Registration/Exhibits |
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Sunday, July 14, 2024 Delegate Registration/Exhibits |
Thursday, July 18, 2024 Delegate Registration/Exhibits |
This schedule is subject to change. All updates will be provided here. If you should have any questions regarding the convention, please contact Hannah Decker, Executive Assistant to the Secretary-Treasurer at hdecker@apwu.org.
APWU Resolutions
Delegates will debate and vote on the proposals that will guide the union’s work over the next two years. The resolutions address labor-management issues, workers’ solidarity, legislative topics, craft-specific items, and proposals to change the union’s constitution. In accordance with convention rules, additional resolutions may be presented at the National Convention, provided they have been properly authorized by locals, state organizations, or members-at-large.
Resolutions are accepted from local or state affiliates, local and state retiree chapters or from Members-at-Large (who are the only members permitted to submit resolutions under their own signature).
To submit a resolution, please fill out the APWU Resolution Form and follow the Instructions Here. Resolution submissions for the 2024 National Convention are due by June 1, 2024.
Scooter Rentals for Retirees
Mobility-Plus-Troy Rentals is offering mobility solutions at the 2024 National Retirees Conference. When booking, please inform them that you are with the 2024 APWU Retirees Conference for a 20% discount. Call 248-535-2960 to reserve your scooter! Debit or Credit only, no cash or checks. Round trip delivery & pick up are FREE. * Recommended to book a week in advance, though same day booking is available.
See attached flyer for daily and weekly rental scooter rates.
Hotel Information
The APWU negotiated a special room rate for this year’s convention at various hotels in downtown Detroit. The rate for single/double occupancy ranges between $198/night plus tax to $281/night plus tax, depending on the property. The cutoff date to make reservations under the group’s block is Wednesday, June 19, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. ET.
Please make your room reservations directly with the hotel. Rooms and rates will be based on availability. You must use a credit card when booking online. You will receive a confirmation of your reservation via e-mail. Be sure to mention that you are with the American Postal Workers Union in order to receive the negotiated rates.
For each room, a one-night’s-stay deposit, plus tax, is requested with payment by credit card. Failure to notify the hotel of a change in arrival date will result in cancellation of the reservation and the deposit will be forfeited. Cancellation policies will be outlined by the hotel on the confirmation received after making a reservation.
Early departures are subject to a penalty set by the hotel. If you do not cancel per the cancellation policies mentioned above or do not arrive on your confi rmed arrival date, your full reservation will be cancelled. Please note that APWU locals and state organizations may pay by check.
The APWU has negotiated a special room rate with various hotels in Detroit, MI. The reservation cutoff dates are listed below. Rooms and rates will be based on availability. You must use a credit card when booking online.
You will receive a confirmation of your reservation via e-mail. Questions regarding hotel reservations should be directed to the hotel. For each room, a one-night’s-stay deposit, plus tax is requested with payment by credit card. Failure to notify the hotel of a change in arrival date will result in cancellation of the reservation and the deposit will be forfeited. Information regarding cancellation and incidental deposits is listed below.
Early departure is subject to a penalty, set by the hotel. If you do not cancel by the date listed below or do not arrive on your confirmed arrival date, your full reservation will be cancelled.
Please note that APWU locals and state organizations may pay by check or money order. All reservations being done via check or money order must be guaranteed with full pre-payment in the amount equal to the number of nights reserved multiplied by the room rate, resort fee and applicable taxes. Payment will be accepted via check or money order mailed to the hotel on or before Monday, June 3, 2024. Please ensure that only one payment in the total amount due is sent per reservation. Multiple payments for the same reservation will not be accepted.
Marriott Detroit Renaissance Center
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Hotel Name: |
Marriott Detroit Renaissance Center |
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Address: |
400 Renaissance Dr., Detroit, MI 48243 |
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Rate: |
$198.00/night + tax |
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Registration Cutoff Date: |
Wednesday, June 19, 2024 |
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Cancellation Policy: |
Forty-Eight (48) hours prior to the guest’s arrival date. |
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Incidental Deposit Policy: |
Each guest checking in will be required to leave a $50 per day, capped at $250, cash, credit or debit card deposit per room. This deposit is fully refundable upon guest check out, as long as no incidental charges are incurred. If the guest is using a debit card, the authorization will be released based on the parameters set by the guest’s banking institution. Most banks release the pending authorization within 3-5 business days, however, some banks release funds up to 30 days after check-out. This information is not set by, nor communicated to Marriott Detroit Renaissance Center or the American Postal Workers Union. If the guest should encounter an issue with the release of said funds, the guest should contact their banking institution to determine when their funds will be released. Please note the incidental hold is not placed until check in. |
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Link for Online Reservations: |
https://book.passkey.com/go/APWUBiennialConv2024 |
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Phone Number for Registrations: |
(877) 901-6632 – mention APWU Biennial National Convention 2024 when booking |
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Payment by Check |
Checks must be received no less than two (2) weeks prior to the guest’s arrival date. To make a reservation, call the hotel directly at the number above or use the link to book. Please note that a credit card will be required to hold the reservation. To calculate the amount for the check, please use the following formula: Nightly Room Rate x 1.15 x Total Number of Nights = Check Total. All checks should be made payable to the Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center, PO Box 437343, Detroit, MI 48243 and mailed to this same address. |
Courtyard Detroit Downtown
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Hotel Name: |
Courtyard Detroit Downtown |
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Address: |
333 East Jefferson Ave., Detroit, MI 48226 |
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Rate: |
$199.00/night + tax |
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Registration Cutoff Date: |
Wednesday, June 19, 2024 |
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Cancellation Policy: |
Seventy-two (72) hours prior to arrival/must obtain a cancellation number |
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Incidental Deposit Policy*: |
Each guest checking in will be required to leave a $100 per stay cash, credit or debit card deposit per room. This deposit is fully refundable upon guest check out, as long as no incidental charges are incurred. If the guest is using a debit card, the authorization will be released based on the parameters set by the guest’s banking institution. Most banks release the pending authorization within 3-5 business days, however, some banks release funds up to 30 days after check-out. This information is not set by, nor communicated to the hotel or the American Postal Workers Union. If the guest should encounter an issue with the release of said funds, the guest should contact their banking institution to determine when their funds will be released. Please note the incidental hold is not placed until check in. |
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Link for Online Reservations: |
https://www.marriott.com/events/start.mi?id=1706548220417&key=GRP |
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Phone Number for Reservations: |
(800) 353-8365 |
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Payment by Check: |
Checks must be received no less than two (2) weeks prior to the guest’s arrival date. To make a reservation, call the hotel directly at the number above or use the link to book. Please note that a credit card will be required to hold the reservation. The check total should include the total room rate plus 15% tax (state and hotel tax). All checks should be made payable to the Courtyard by Marriott, 333 E Jefferson, Detroit, MI 48226 and mailed to the same address. |
Hilton Garden Inn Detroit Downtown
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Hotel Name: |
Hilton Garden Inn Detroit Downtown |
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Address: |
351 Gratiot Ave., Detroit, MI 48226 |
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Rate: |
$229.00/night + tax |
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Registration Cutoff Date: |
Wednesday, June 19, 2024 |
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Cancellation Policy: |
Seventy-two (72) hours prior to the guest’s arrival date. |
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Incidental Deposit Policy*: |
$85 hold for the stay. Each guest will be responsible for providing a credit card at check-in. |
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Link for Online Reservations: |
https://www.hilton.com/en/attend-my-event/detdhgi-xapu-b5a16f24-e755-416f-8a8b-8f31727d43aa/ |
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Phone Number for Reservations: |
(313) 967-0900 |
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Payment by Check: |
Guests are able to pay by company check only. The property does not accept personal checks. Checks must be received no less than two (2) weeks prior to the guest’s arrival date. To make a reservation, call the hotel directly at (313) 967-0900 and ask to speak with the Sales office. The Sales office will be able to assist with making the reservation. All checks should be made payable to the Hilton Garden Inn Detroit Downtown, 351 Gratiot Ave., Detroit, MI 48226 and mailed to this same address. |
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Check-In/Out Times: |
Check-In Time: 4:00 pm Check-Out Time: 11:00 am Please note that early check-ins and late check-outs cannot be guaranteed and will be granted on a case by case bsis. |
Hollywood Casino at Greektown
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Hotel Name: |
Hollywood Casino at Greektown |
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Address: |
1200 St. Antoine, Detroit, MI 48226 |
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Rate: |
$159.00/night + tax |
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Registration Cutoff Date: |
Wednesday, June 19, 2024 |
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Cancellation Policy: |
24 Hours or More Prior to Arrival Date |
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Incidental Deposit Policy*: |
Each guest checking in will be required to leave a $100 per stay cash, credit or debit card deposit per room. This deposit is fully refundable upon guest check out, as long as no incidental charges are incurred. If the guest is using a debit card, the authorization will be released based on the parameters set by the guest’s banking institution. Most banks release the pending authorization within 3-5 business days, however, some banks release funds up to 30 days after check-out. This information is not set by, nor communicated to Greentown Casino or the American Postal Workers Union. If the guest should encounter an issue with the release of said funds, the guest should contact their banking institution to determine when their funds will be released. Please note the incidental hold is not placed until check in. |
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Link for Online Reservations: |
https://book.rguest.com/onecart/wbe/calendar/688/hollywoodgreektown/APOST24 |
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Phone Number for Reservations: |
(877) 424-5554 - mention group code APOST24 when booking |
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Payment by Check: |
This property does not allow payment by check. Credit or debit card payments only. |
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Check-In/Out Times: |
Check-In Time: 4:00 pm Check-Out Time: 11:00 am Please note that early check-ins and late check-outs cannot be guaranteed and will be granted on a case by case basis. |
Hotel Indigo Detroit Downtown
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Hotel Name: |
Hotel Indigo Detroit Downtown |
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Address: |
1020 Washington Blvd., Detroit, MI 48226 |
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Rate: |
$199.00/night + tax |
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Registration Cutoff Date: |
Wednesday, June 19, 2024 |
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Cancellation Policy: |
Three (3) business days prior to arrival/must obtain a cancellation number |
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Incidental Deposit Policy*: |
Each guest checking in will be required to leave a $100 per stay cash, credit or debit card deposit per room. This deposit is fully refundable upon guest check out, as long as no incidental charges are incurred. If the guest is using a debit card, the authorization will be released based on the parameters set by the guest’s banking institution. Most banks release the pending authorization within 3-5 business days, however, some banks release funds up to 30 days after check-out. This information is not set by, nor communicated to Hotel Indigo Detroit Downtown or the American Postal Workers Union. If the guest should encounter an issue with the release of said funds, the guest should contact their banking institution to determine when their funds will be released. Please note the incidental hold is not placed until check in. |
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Link for Online Reservations: |
https://www.ihg.com/hotelindigo/hotels/us/en/find-hotels/select-roomrate... |
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Phone Number for Reservations: |
(877) 846-3446 (use Group Rate Code Q21) |
MGM Grand Detroit
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Hotel Name: |
MGM Grand Detroit |
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Address: |
1777 3rd Ave., Detroit, MI 48226 |
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Rate: |
$281.00/night + $20/night resort fee + tax |
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Registration Cutoff Date: |
Wednesday, June 19, 2024 |
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Cancellation Policy: |
24 Hours or More Prior to Arrival Date |
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Incidental Deposit Policy*: |
Each guest checking in will be required to leave a $100 per stay cash, credit or debit card deposit per room. This deposit is fully refundable upon guest check out, as long as no incidental charges are incurred. If the guest is using a debit card, the authorization will be released based on the parameters set by the guest’s banking institution. Most banks release the pending authorization within 3-5 business days, however, some banks release funds up to 30 days after check-out. This information is not set by, nor communicated to Greentown Casino or the American Postal Workers Union. If the guest should encounter an issue with the release of said funds, the guest should contact their banking institution to determine when their funds will be released. Please note the incidental hold is not placed until check in. |
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Link for Online Reservations: |
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Payment by Check: |
Checks must be received no later than Monday, June 10. To make a reservation, send an email to Brionna Samuel (bsamuel@det.mgmgrand.com). Ms. Samuel will make the reservation and provide the final amount due. All checks should be made payable to MGM Grand Detroit, 1777 Third St., Detroit, MI 48226, Attn: Jason Buschmohle and mailed to this same address. |
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Additional Information: |
Each reservation requires a minimum four (4) night stay. Any guest departing prior to the four (4) nights will be charged an early departure fee equal to a minimum of four (4) nights. |
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Resort Fee: |
The $20/night resort fee includes the following:
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MotorCity
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Hotel Name: |
MotorCity |
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Address: |
1020 Washington Blvd., Detroit, MI 48226 |
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Rate: |
$199.00/night + tax |
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Registration Cutoff Date: |
Wednesday, June 19, 2024 |
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Cancellation Policy: |
Day prior to arrival by 4:00 pm ET |
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Incidental Deposit Policy*: |
There is an incidental charge of $50 total. If a guest goes over the deposit, the hotel will authorize the difference on the guest’s card. This is not a daily charge. |
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Link for Online Reservations: |
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Phone Number for Reservations: |
(313) 237-7711 – mention APWU National #33047 when booking |
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Payment by Check: |
Checks must be received no less than two (2) weeks prior to the guest’s arrival date. To make a reservation, call the hotel directly at the number above or use the link to book. Please note that a credit card will be required to hold the reservation. All checks should be made payable to the MotorCity Casino Hotel, Attn: Hotel Front Desk, 2901 Grand River Ave., Detroit, MI 48201 and mailed to the same address. |
Westin Book Cadillac Detroit
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Hotel Name: |
Westin Book Cadillac Detroit |
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Address: |
1114 Washington Blvd., Detroit, MI 48226 |
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Rate: |
$209.00/night + tax |
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Registration Cutoff Date: |
Wednesday, June 19, 2024 |
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Cancellation Policy: |
48 hours prior to arrival/must obtain a cancellation number |
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Incidental Deposit Policy*: |
There is an incidental charge of $150 total. If a guest goes over the deposit, the hotel will authorize the difference on the guest’s card. This is not a daily charge. |
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Link for Online Reservations: |
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Phone Number for Reservations: |
(888) 627-7150; let agent know with APWU |
Children's Programs, Car Rental
Kiddie Corp, a professional childcare company, will provide activities for delegates’ children ages 6 months to 12 years Monday, July 15 through Thursday, July 18, 2024, from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Reservations will be necessary. KiddieCorp Registration Link: https://form.jotform.com/KiddieCorp/apwukids
Registration must be completed by Monday, June 17, 2024.