Union files Unfair Labor Practice against the USPS: Unlawful Formation of Lean Mail Processing Teams

  NPMHU Files Unfair Labor Practice Against USPS for Unlawful Formation of Lean Mail Processing Teams

On September 18, 2013 President Hegarty notified Local Presidents of an unfair labor practice filed by the NPMHU against the United Stated Postal Service. Specifically, the Union asserts that the USPS violated Sections 8(a)(1) and 8(a)(2) of the Act through the unlawful formation and domination of labor organizations in the form of so-called Lean Mail Processing Teams. As of now, the matter is being investigated by Region 5 of the NLRB in Baltimore, MD, with NPMHU witnesses scheduled to be interviewed next week. Additional details will be disseminated to the Locals as appropriate.

Click here for more information and a copy of the charges filed with the NLRB. (PDF)

Reference: www.npmhu.org

 

Tim Costello recognized as top 3 'District Manager of Year'

  Postal Customer Council recognizes Tim Costello top 3 'District Manager of Year'

Tim Costello

"... Timothy R. Costello, District Manager, Alabama District, is the recipient of the "PCC District Manager of the Year" Bronze Award. ..."
Reference: www.wsfa.com

Colorado flooding impacts postal facilities

  Postal facilities relocated due to flooding

"...A number of post offices have been impacted due to the flooding and road closures in Colorado. The Postal Service has relocated several facilities and addresses...."

Reference: www.9news.com  

2013 Mail Handler Pay Increase

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Reference: NPMHU.org

Postal early-out VER and plant re-rankings coming

  NAPS engages USPS in dialogue regarding processing plant re-ranking

"...A VER will be offered to all field EAS employees. The VER offer includes all area and district EAS employees. VER-eligible employees will be mailed retirement applications and annuity estimates during the week of September 16-20...."

Reference: www.naps.org  

Disturbing attack on USPS employee benefits launched

  Postal Service IG Puts Retirement and Leave Benefits Under the Microscope

"...The USPS’ inspector general posted the requests on the FedBizOpps, asking for a supplier with “subject matter expertise” to develop a report that compares the Postal Service’s leave and paid holiday program and retirement benefits to those offered by “major private-sector companies.”..."

Reference: www.govexec.com