WEST VIRGINIA POSTAL WORKERS UNION

MEMBER AFL-CIO

The WVPWU is committed to the representation of its members through dedication, hard work, and perseverance.  The struggle continues. 

The West Virginia Postal Workers Union is comprised of 11 Locals across the state.  They are Beckley, Bluefield, Charleston, Clarksburg, Fairmont, KYOWVA, Eastern Panhandle, Morgantown, Cecil F. Romine, Weirton, and Wheeling. 

Those with websites of their own are highlighted.  At the moment, Beckley is the only one with a Local website.  Just click and visit.  It’s that easy.

ATTENTION MEMBERS AT LARGE:

If you have questions or concerns about working conditions or would simply like to speak to your steward, please contact Jeff Fazio. 

GOOD NEWS

Delegates at the 2008 State Convention voted to pay the full premiums for the ABA Value Plan for each Member at Large.  For information about this insurance through the Accident Benefit Association, or to file a claim, please visit the website at apw-aba.org. 

C O P A

What can $4 do?

 

The latest issue of the Postal Worker lists WV as having collected far less toward COPA than our goal.  Please make a contribution today.  Payroll deductions of $4.00 per pay period, with our rate of pay, won’t kill any of us.  The latest report of COPA contributions lists WV MALs as having contributed zero.  There are more than a hundred MALs.  At $4.00 per pay period, with 26 pays, that’s $104.  If each MAL contributed just $4.00 per pay period through automatic deductions, the COPA coffers would increase by more than $10,000 per year.  If each dues paying member in the state of WV alone contributed just $4.00 per pay period, with just over 1200 members, the state would raise its contributions to a whopping $125,000.00, finally putting WV on the National map of recognized states.

See what $4 can do?

2012 Postal Labor Unions Summer School

The West Virginia Postal Workers Union is an avid participant in the PLUSS program and awards two scholarships to attend PLUSS each year.  They are the Dorothy Meadows and Cecil F. Romine scholarships.  Selections are made annually at State Convention.  In addition, the Institute for Labor Studies and Research, who sponsors our summer school through WVU, affords one scholarship in the form of a rebate so that the recipient’s Local can send someone the following year at no cost.  The recipients chosen for the WVPWU scholarships to attend PLUSS 2011 were Tina Carey of the KYOWVA Area Local and Kathryn Davis of the Eastern Panhandle Area local.  To see more about PLUSS 2012, please click the link at the top left of this page.   Check back often for these and other updates.

2012 Tri-State Convention and Fall Seminar

Washington Region Council Meeting

 

MD/DC Postal Workers Union will be host to our 2012 Tri-State Convention and Fall Seminar.

Information will be posted as it becomes available.

 

VA Postal Workers Union will host our 2013 Tri-State Convention and Fall Seminar

WV Postal Workers Union will host our 2014 Convention and Fall Seminar

 

 

WV hosted Tri-State September 16-17, 2011 and collected $710.00 for COPA.

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This site created January 25, 2007 and last updated  February 3, 2012

VOE Surveys

 

Those of you who do not already have an incentive program in your Local to collect VOE surveys, please send them to Jeff Fazio at PO Box 1915, Clarksburg WV 26302.  A drawing of submitted VOE Surveys was held at State Convention in April 2011.  One winner from the Clarksburg Local received $100.00.  Surveys will continue to be collected for some other as yet to be determined future event.  Please see the State Convention page for more information.

E A P

1-800-327-4968

EAP4YOU provides specific information on your EAP services, valuable health and wellness information, self-help tools and more.

EAP Benefits

The EAP (Employee Assistance Program) is a confidential counseling and referral service that can help you and your family successfully deal with life's challenges. EAP services are available to you at no cost, as your employer has prepaid these services. Call 24 hours a day, seven days a week 1-800-EAP-4-YOU

(1-800-327-4968) or

TTY 1-877-492-7341

for confidential help with work, family and personal matters.

 

April is EAP Awareness Month

The National Joint Committee (NJC) has proclaimed April 2011 as “Employee Assistance Program Awareness Month” at USPS. District EAP Advisory Committees (DAC) around the country will be providing special outreach to our employees during April to increase everyone’s awareness of what the EAP has to offer. Here are a few points for you to remember:

EAP is Free of Charge

There is no charge to employees or family members who receive counseling and other services provided directly by the EAP. If additional, outside professional services are needed, the EAP will work with you to identify the best available treatment services covered by your insurance plan and in line with your individual finances.

EAP is Confidential

Your privacy is protected by strict federal and state confidentiality laws and regulations and by professional ethical standards for counselors. Your information may not be released to anyone without your prior written consent, except as required by law. EAP counselors are licensed professionals and are employees or independent contractors of Magellan Health Services.

EAP is Easy to Access

Make the call to 1-800-EAP-4-YOU (1-800-327-4968) (TTY: 1-877-492-7341) at anytime - day or night. You will always speak directly to a program representative. There is also an EAP website - www.EAP4YOU.com - where you can access articles, child/eldercare resources, self-assessments, and much more.

EAP is a Voluntary Program

EAP is a voluntary program and not a part of disciplinary procedures. Participation in EAP is always up to you. Your first EAP appointment can be “on-the-clock.” You should coordinate scheduling of an on-the-clock appointment in advance with your supervisor.

EAP is Not Just for Workplace Problems

All of us during our lives must face personal problems. You can use the EAP to help you deal with any number of concerns, big or small, whether or not they have a direct impact on your work environment. When you make the call to the EAP, they can help with: work stress, relationship problems, anger management, coping with change, family and parenting issues, anxiety or depression, alcohol or drug dependence, grief or bereavement, and many other issues.

REMEMBER: Immediate resources and personalized care are available through your EAP.

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FOR THE VETERANS

 

Human Relations Director, Sue Carney, sent a letter to the local and state presidents with regard to the 2011 VA Stand Downs that occur throughout the country during various times of the year.  She is asking participation in the APWU VA Stand Down by having your organization make a donation of at least one filled backpack and sending it to the nearest VA organization holding a Stand Down.  All food and hygiene items must be in manufacturer sealed packages.  “We owe a lifetime of gratitude to the courageous men and women who have worn our country’s uniform.”  To cover the costs, organizations can use treasury funds with membership approval or make purchases through the authority of its Constitution and By-Laws if such expenditures are authorized.  Do not send monetary donations, but local and state organizations can make contributions and collect from the membership to cover the costs.  It is estimated that one filled backpack would cost about $125 plus shipping expenses.  Suggested items are:  Flashlight with change of batteries; BIC lighter; first-aid kit; thermos; one set of utensils; twist-top manual can opener; antibacterial no-rinse soap; disposable razors; toothbrush; toothpaste; mouthwash; shampoo; hairbrush; baby wipes; toilet paper; pen/paper; instant heat packs; hooded poncho; survival blanket; warm socks; ski cap/mask; scarf; insulated gloves; ready-to-eat items.  “All items must be new...even gently used items will be discarded.”  For more information, please visit apwu.org’s Human Relations page.

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IN DISPUTE

 

Several issues have been grieved at the National level over disputes with the Service’s application of our current Collective Bargaining Agreement.  Those issues are PTR Conversion to Full Time, Bargaining Unit Work performed by Postmasters in small offices, PSE usage, NTFTA duty assignments in F-4, F-5, and F-7 areas, Denial of Retreat Rights, and Consecutive Days Off.  Please assist your Union reps in gathering the

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September 27, 2011 day of action—a rally in every congressional district in the country.  From left:  WVPWU Treasurer Gary Shorter, NALC’s Mac Combs with WV AFL-CIO secretary/treasurer Larry Matheny, and former WVPWU president Katrina Nusbaum

WANTED:  Pictures from the rally in your area!  Please email them to the webmaster for inclusion on this site.  Please include the names, places, and district of the rally.