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Trenton Public Meeting:
An Unfunny Joke

As you know the the meeting for public input on the "proposed" mail processing changes to the Trenton P&DC was conducted November 2nd. For those who did not attend, you didn't miss much. I and Branch President Gohr did sit through the presentation and had an opportunity to address the employer's representatives. One of the ground rules set by management at the very outset was a ridiculous statement that they would not accept questions from those in attendance and would provide no answers. Of course our first question was then "how do you have a public meeting without you answering any questions", and it went pretty much nowhere after that. As we wrote below, the Public Meeting is nothing more than an underfunded dog and pony show in an effort to meet the contractual requirements of the Handbook PO 408. Pure and simple. Although the managers in attendance yesterday stated that a final decision has not yet been made and that they will consider the public input prior to making that decision, we should all know better. The PMG made this decision quite some time ago. Documents and details can be viewed through THIS LINK. Fair warning however, the craft impact on the link for Trenton is apparently not 29 as listed but as reported at yesterday's meeting, 56. They could not identify the specific number per craft but as soon as we have an impact statement for mail handlers we will let you know. These are going to be difficult times Brothers and Sisters and it is expected that all originating mail and destinating parcels will be moved out of the Trenton P&DC. The subject of co-locating an SDC in the Trenton building was broached but management had no answers. As noted below two additional public meetings are scheduled, one for the Delaware P&DC as well as one for the Lehigh Valley P&DC but we cannot, in good conscious, expect any greater detail provided during those meetings. As information is made available to us it will be made available to you. WATCH THIS SPACE.

In Solidarity - John Gibson

TRENTON MPFR - INITIAL FINDINGS

Wilmington Mail Processing Review &
Public Meeting Scheduled
November 29, 2023

Lehigh Valley Mail Processing Review &
Public Meeting Scheduled
November 30, 2023

Lehigh Valley Mail Processing Review Announced. click for details

The attached documents were received by Local 308 regarding the start of a feasibility study to consolidate the remaining originating operations out of the Lehigh Valley P&DC into the Harrisburg P&DC. According to the employer, the results of this study may lead to a consolidation of all outgoing mail into the Harrisburg P&DC, all motivated by PMG DeJoy's 10-year plan. We encourage you to review the attached and watch this space for updates as decisions are made and potential impacts to mail handlers are known. Click here for Branch President Sean Craig's Report.

Wilmington Mail Processing Review Announced. click for details

The attached documents were received by Local 308 regarding the start of a feasibility study to consolidate the remaining originating operations out of the Wilmington P&DC into the Philadelphia P&DC. According to the employer, the results of this study may lead to a consolidation of all outgoing mail into the Philly P&DC, all motivated by PMG DeJoy's 10-year plan. We encourage you to review the attached and watch this space for updates as decisions are made and potential impacts to mail handlers are known.

Trenton P&DC Mail Processing Facility Review Announced

The attached documents were received by Local 308 regarding the start of a feasibility study to consolidate the remaining originating operations out of the Trenton P&DC into the Philadelphia P&DC. According to the employer, the results of this study may lead to a consolidation of all outgoing mail into the Philly P&DC, all motivated by PMG DeJoy's 10-year plan. We encourage you to review the attached and watch this space for updates as decisions are made and potential impacts to mail handlers are known.
See the Trenton Page for Branch President Gohr's Report

Advanced Steward's Training

The Local conducted advanced steward's training for dozens of representatives over a three day period beginning September 12th, 2023. Representatives from each of the three districts under the jurisdiction of Local 308 attended an in depth seminar focused on defending mail handlers against discipline. As a reminder to all mail handlers, whenever your are questioned by management or the law enforcement arm of the Postal Service, be sure to request Union representation before you answer any questions.

Labor Day 2023

Dental & Vision Plans Now Available
For Pre-Career Mail Handler Assistants
Now Extended thru October 10, 2023

Retro Pay Delayed by USPS

The NPMHU was notified today that the retro pay that was due to show up in the PP 19 check dated 9/15/23 per the Postal Service, will be delayed due to some alleged glitch in the software. Management has not yet confirmed when the retroactive pay will be available.

Cost of Living Allowance
Maximum Increase of $978 Annually

LITEBLUE SECURITY ENHANCED

New Steward Orientation

Local Union Headquarters welcomed the newest group of representatives from across the Local for a full day of training on Wednesday July 26th. We thank all of those who attended for stepping up and taking on this important responsibility.

Click here for the PMG's video presentation.

2022 National Agreement
Implementation Dates

Mail Handlers Ratify Contract!

Annual Leave Carryover
Extended to 2023

New!
Members only
Perks Program!

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Harrisburg Branch Meeting
Wednesday Nov 29, 2023 @ 5:00 pm
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NDC Branch Meeting
Thursday Nov 30th, 2023 @ 3:30 pm
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Lehigh Valley Branch Meeting
Tuesday December 5, 2023 @ 10:30 am
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Lancaster Branch Meeting
Friday December 8, 2023 @ 3:30 pm
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Scranton Branch Meeting
Saturday December 9, 2023 @ 2:00 pm
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Current Pay Scale
Updated Wage Chart Forthcoming

2022-2025
National Agreement

Lehigh Valley - Scranton Area Picnic

Jackets for Sale!

Local Union Officers Sworn In

Philly Area Bowling Night

308 Hockey Outing

New Stewards Workshop

Over a two-day workshop in Local Union Headquarters new stewards representing mail handlers across the local were provided information and guidance in defending the rights we have earned over decades of struggle. The fight continues Brothers and Sisters and we thank our new stewards and all representatives for standing up and taking on this challenge.

Fatima Lewis, Tim Casey , John Gibson, Robert Bossert, Angela Gomez-Curet, Stephen Cole, Charlie Johnson

Ballots for all eligible Local 308 voters have been delivered to the USPS and should start arriving in the mail in the coming days and weeks. Please review the instructions carefully to ensure that your voice is heard. If you do not receive a ballot by January 20th please contact Union Headquarters at 215 788 5308.