RO - I have all the phone number on my site at: http://frequently.lettercarriernetwork.inf...ick_reference-1.pdf

If that wraps, go to www.lettercarriernetwork.info and click on the box titled Frequently Called Phone Numbers, then scroll down to Health and Resource Management Telephone Quick Reference - Revised March 10, 2009.

Clete Weiser wasn't only a letter carrier - he was in management (labor relations - did arbitrations for management) prior to retiring. I do know he went to Washington and testified FOR injured postal workers, so he seems to be back on the 'right' side again. LOL

BTW - I would like to invite everyone to use my site, which is the Mother Lode of all information - www.lettercarriernetwork.info

Just browsing here. why would anybody ask serious work related questions on here? If your really in need, contact your NBA immediately!

Edited by author 08-03-2008 09:59 PM
ELM 438.11 defines local commuting area as: Suburban area immediately surrounding the employee's official duty station and within a radius of 50 miles. Now, I live in a small rural town (15 letter carriers) and we loan PTF's to smaller offices. I interpret the definition of suburban area "AND" within a radius of 50 miles as both critera have to be met to be considered within the local commuting area. So, If a PTF of ours is involuntarily detailed 35 miles away to a town that is "not" a suburb of our town, then its not within the local commuting area and that PTF should be compensated for "travel time" in accordance with ELM 438.133. Am I right, and if so or not, any other references or cases to conform or disprove? I know this is a tough one and will require some work, but I could really use help here as a new shop steward. Thanks

Does anyone know the new 1-800 number to the Human Resource Share Service Center in Greensboro NC I belive it is a new number

Thanks

Ron,

Thank you so much for the info on Atty Weiser he was VERY helpful. If I can do any thing for you let me know.

RO

Edited by author 06-17-2008 06:30 PM
I HAVE QUESTIONS.WHY DO YOU NEED A DOCTORS NOTE FOR SCHEDULED SICK LEAVE FOR ONE DAY?WHY IS DISTRICT HAS THEIR HEAD UP THEIR A-- ABOUT CARRIERS ON THE LIST WORKING NSD'S.IS MANAGEMENT REALLY THINK THEY CAN GET AWAY WITH THIS?DOIS IS A TOOL FOR MANAGERS TO SIT ON THEIR SORRY A--,AND TELL YOU HOW TO DO YOUR JOB.WHEN THEY CAN'NT DO THEIR OWN JOB.

ro i know an atty. clete weiser ex letter carrier. 1-903-938-6355

I have just been seperated from the USPS for a IOD that has lasted over 2 years. Does anyone know where I can go to get help in understanding what I should do now. They (USPS)are sending me all this paper work but know one is telling me how or what I should do next. I did hire an atty. but all he did was eat up my money and tell me nothing. PLEASE HELP ME!!!!!

It's a shame that no one uses this. It could be very helpful.

In response to DOIS "bashing"

DOIS is only a tool. Years ago all of the conversions or measurements were made by pen and paper. Unfortunately this is not a perfect world agreed? Some kind of system has to be used or a handful of bad apples would ruin it for the good ones. In most cases, ideally, DOIS information is based on a regular carriers last count. The biggest thing people have problem with is supervisor_01 telling a carrier that he needs to be on the street at a certain time, and finished with said route at X o'clock. A professional employee, on both sides of the fence, should be able to take this guideline and apply it. The worst thing you could do as a carrier is challenge them to hit the street with you, then not make your time, or get caught in alot of time wasting practices.

The best way to keep your nose clean is to carry professionally, yes this might include undertime periodically, but we should be getting paid for 8 hours of work. City routes are not evaluated. If the mail volume is not there dont be surprised if you are asked to carry an extra split.

Craft employees get time and a half after 8 hours and double time after 10 hours.

Dont craft employees get a bonus every time they work past 8 hours?

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I have just found this discussion page. It needs to be mentioned at the Union meetings and in the newsletter. I had seen where someone was asking about Gaspar. I have found out that Gaspar and Lopez have been forced to retired due to them covering up illegal and unethical things that were done in Tulsa by the postmaster, Kathy Johnson. Does anyone know anything about what they are covering up or what kind of corrupt things are being done in Tulsa. Obviously alot. Maybe the postmaster is next. Any information would be appreciated.

I hear the PO is in the BLACK!!!! I am sure the greedy hands of management are awaitng their so called incentive checks!!! The Bartlesville office has received their Christmas Goose for over 25 year AND I did not enjoy!!

I have just found this and I hope more carriers use this opportunity.

I am trying to contact Mr.Jon Boone an USPS employee in Tulsa.
If anyone has his contact info please let me know. Thanks.

why can't we get our lmou put on here so we can know what our rights are?

Early reports into NALC headquarters indicate another resounding success in this year's "Stamp Out Hunger" Food Drive, with several branches reporting record collections. Results are being tabulated as fast as they come in. The final total will be announced June 7 in conjunction with National Hunger Awareness Day.

Please visit www.bundlbustr.com - to see a new mail carrier accessory made by and for letter carriers. Helps a lot with one-bundle delivery, especially as the weather heats up.
Thanks

DOIS had been around awhile and we all know that any program is only as accurate as the data that is put into it. Now look at your floor supervisor. Does he/she look like they know the exact piece count you have? That they accurately input the data each day? Do they go and put in the exact amount of flats that were misdirected to your route and you had to give a tub to another carrier, or that carrier gives you a tub of flats? Do you think they really put in accurate figures? Because if they don’t, then that data is flawed and I wouldn’t want that to help determine my route. DOIS is only a tool for mgmt. It sets no standards for you or me! Remember that! The only call that is accurate is your call on your 3996. They can holler DOIS says this or that, but, don’t let them intimidate you; DOIS means nothing in you giving your call! Give an accurate call on your 3996 and that is what they must deal with. YOU do not have to deal with DOIS. Tell them if DOIS says that, have the computer carry the route and you’ll go home.
Above Inserts,in part, from the Belden factor. A must read to be informed. Go there?
http://www.postalemployeenetwork.com/belden-factor.html

i was doing research on the web and read an article in the capital research center that is anti-worker extolling that your union sued into overturn the lose your rights at work law! kudos to Branch 1358! We appreicate the effort dispite the article claiming "out-of-state strangers with deep pockets attack the actions o f the legislature..." i guess you folks must have interstate routes and get a lot of v-time to fillthose "deep pockets"

Good luck and solidarity,

Keep fightig hte good fight

Jimmy Kelly
NALC 269
Santa Cruz CA

Edited by author 10-28-2004 10:50 PM
Everyone has heard of the 5 o’clock goal. What’s that? You say management says it is a mandatory 5 o’clock window? Hogwash! This is an arbitrary goal set by management. There is no mention of any windows of operation in the National contract or any other handbook!
 Above Inserts,in part, from the Belden factor. A must read to be informed. Go there?
http://www.postalemployeenetwork.com/belden-factor.html

Now you new PTF’s Under Step 4 M-1444 it states: “…there is no set pace at which a carrier must walk and no street standard for walking.” This is also referenced in Step 4’s M-00360, and M-00304. what is your darn hurry? do not skip your lunch and breaks. You are setting a precedent and a performance standard that manglement will now hold you to. If you do a route in 6 hours, by skipping lunch, where the regular is doing it in 6 ˝ hrs, You get another relief to carry Flash! And once you establish that type of performance, then you do take a lunch, then they get you for expanded street time. Gee, mgmt. is not the “compassionate friend” you thought they were.

Did you know that you do not have to use your social security number in your scanner if you don’t want to? Step 4 Dec. M-01458 states; “City carriers have the option of using a personal identification number (PIN) other than the last four digits of their social security number

 According to the POM 8 458.2.b, any mixed tub of flats is upgraded to the highest class. That means that if there is second-class mail in that tub, then the whole tub is considered second class. And if he goes to sort it out, be sure to file a grievance for crossing crafts.

Step 4 Dec. M-00335 stipulates when a satchel may not be worn on a Park and Loop route. “The only exception whereby a motorized carrier may make deliveries without a satchel is a dismount to make a limited (one or two) number of deliveries from a single stop.” This decision also defines how the satchel should be used and when.

The office is packing up today (10/13/04)and tommorrow trying to move into your new location, (1517 S. Memorial). The phones will be disconnected the next two days and hopefully running by friday. Just to let you know.

p.s. Tell others about this page of communication, thanks
                                            vptd

Just found this site. Glad to have it.

 USPS Says Letter Carriers
Not Eligible for ‘Early Out'
  NALC to Continue Pursuing Retirement Option
    The Postal Service has informed NALC President William H. Young that city letter carriers are not eligible for "early out" retirement because they do not meet the necessary requirements set down by the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) for such an option

the letter carrier forum in open to all, someday someone will post something on this forum besides me

we have a new District Manager named C Michael Gaspard from the Houston area, has anyone wondered who he is, if you have any comments on him? BE INFORMED…BE PROFESSIONAL…BE UNION!

we have a new District Manager named C Michael Gaspard from the Houston area, has anyone wondered who he is, if you have any comments on him?

nalc1358 union meeting last tuesday was I eye opening. Is the union president and company, is as stupid as thay say thay are, I don't know, what do you say. BE INFORMED…BE PROFESSIONAL…BE UNION!

Edited by author 07-14-2004 08:12 PM
 BE INFORMED…BE PROFESSIONAL…BE UNION!

Edited by author 06-18-2004 09:05 PM
Hi, I am PTF carrier at Sheridan Station and The Web master for for NALC1358 web site (www.nalc1358.org) You are Invited to post your feeling or question about what is happening to the Tulsa area including Sand Spring, Broken Arrow, Owasso and all Cities of the greater Tulsa area.