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CWA Local 13500

 

      
   

 

The Vincent and Patricia Maisano Labor Scholarship Award application is now available for 2012. 
The scholarship in the amount of $1,000.00 will be awarded to one (1) individual
who submits an application, supplies evidence of attending college the following semester, 
and is a CWA District 2-13 member or the spouse, child or grandchild of a CWA District 2-13 member. 

Applications are due to the CWA District 2-13 office in Philadelphia, PA by
March 31, 2012

The winner is selected through a random lottery.

Click here for further information, the application and the directions for filing an application.

 

Update: LifePath overwhelmingly ratified their contract. (9-15-11) 

 

Return to Work Agreement Reached.
Collective Bargaining Agreements
are extended indefinitely.

Click Here for the Return to Work Agreement.

 

Unity@Verizon | Communications Workers of America

Frequently Asked Questions - Health Care

Q. I am on strike. What protections do I have that I will not go without needed health care?
A. A law called COBRA* requires group health plans to offer striking workers and their covered dependents the opportunity to continue health coverage for up to 18 months when they go on strike by paying for it out of their own pockets. This applies to medical, dental and vision benefits. Strikers do not have to continue any coverage, they can choose to pay for only the core medical benefits, or they can choose to pay for only themselves or only their dependents.
CWA has made a commitment to assist striking workers in paying for their health care needs out of the Robert Lilja Members Relief Fund (RLMRF) during their participation in the strike. Working with Local Union’s Community Services Committee, members can make decisions about the best way to cover their needs, and the Union will determine whether to pay for monthly premiums or to assist in paying for health care services on an “as needed” basis. *U.S.A. Bargaining Units Only
Q . When do I have to begin paying the premium if I elect to continue coverage?
A. COBRA allows you up to 60 days to decide whether you want to continue your coverage. If you make an election to continue, then you have another 45 days to pay the premium. However, before electing coverage or paying a premium, you should contact your Local Union’s Community Services Committee.
Q. I belong to an HMO. What happens if I need medical attention during the 60-day election period?
A. If you need medical attention before you have elected continuation coverage, but before the 60-day election period is over, the HMO may ask you to either elect continuation coverage at that time or to pay the reasonable and customary fee for the services required. If you can pay for the services at the time (by credit card if possible), do so. Then, immediately contact your Local Union’s Community Services Committee to begin the process of applying for assistance from the RLMRF.
Q. Who should I contact if I have any questions regarding my health care coverage?

A. If you have any other questions, you should contact your Local Union Officers or your Local’s Community Services Committee for further assistance.

Click Here to View the Legal Guidelines for Posting on Facebook and Other Social Networking Sites

Click Here For Sandy Kmetyk's Interview on the Rick Smith Show

Click Here to read: Verizon strike keeps union head with Philly roots on the road and on the phone (Philly.com)

Click Here to Read: Locals strike as talks break down; Lackawanna, Scranton, PA - GL News

THANK YOU UFCW for the Pizzas at 7th Ave!!!!!!!!!!

Click Here for ABC 27's 2nd Day Strike Coverage Video and Story

 

View the CWA Rally from Fox Local News

Go to: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DPc7yfL0g6I


Verizon 2011 Bargaining Has Begun!
Click here for the Bargaining Updates.

Click Here for Bargaining Photos.
 

WORKPLACE GUIDELINES CONCERNING DOMESTIC VIOLENCE 

There are 60,000 incidents of on-the-job violence each year, and most victims know their attacker intimately. (Department of Justice, 2006)

Click here to find out what you should do and to find valuable resources.

  Domestic Violence Is a Union Issue
Click here for more information.

PROTECT YOUR IDENTITY!
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How to Check Your Credit Report for FREE.

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REMEMBER...
YOU ARE THE UNION!
WE ARE THE UNION!

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Labor Quote

    "No one may deny the right to organize without attacking human dignity itself. Therefore, we firmly oppose organized efforts, such as those regrettably seen in this country, to break existing unions or prevent workers from organizing."
(National Conference of Catholic Bishops, Economic Justice for All: Pastoral Letter on Catholic Social Teaching and the U.S. Economy, 1986.)
 

CWA Local 13500 is a state wide local covering
 Philadelphia to Allentown, Stroudsburg to Pittsburgh. 
 Following is a list of our Division Office locations as well as officers:

 

 

   
   
   
SANDRA KMETYK
 

LOCAL PRESIDENT
820 EVERGREEN AVE.
PITTSBURGH, PA 15209
412-821-3221
FAX: 412-821-1409

 

TERRI SENICH
 

EXECUTIVE SECRETARY-TREASURER
EMAIL:
CWA13500EXEC@HOTMAIL.COM
820 EVERGREEN AVE.
PITTSBURGH, PA 15209
1-800-322-1101

 

KAREN SPARKS
 
EASTERN/ PHILADELPHIA
Email: cwa13500ea@aol.com
1 State Rd. Media, PA 19063
1-610-891-7118


 
JULIE DALOISIO
 

EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT
CENTRAL DIVISION
EMAIL:
CWACENTRAL@AOL.COM
546 HAMILTON ST. SUITE 400
ALLENTOWN, PA 18101
610-433-6100
FAX: 610-433-7200

 

   
CINDY NEUMEYER
 

AT&T/PITTSBURGH DIVISION
EMAIL:
CWA13500PGH@VERIZON.NET
820 EVERGREEN AVE.
PITTSBURGH, PA 15209
412-821-4220
FAX: 412-821-4111