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2507, 2022

Photos of the Week from Milwaukee’s Mounted Patrol!

Milwaukee Police Department has been sharing photos all month of the hands on learning sessions they have been doing with kids in the community, the most recent post with photos of over 100 youth from Summit Educational Association who learned about horse grooming, tack, food, and about the Milwaukee Mounted Patrol Unit. Each week, the I.U.P.A. Briefing Room features a photo that exemplifies the valuable part of the community that our Law Enforcement Officers all across the U.S. are and their positive impact as well as their dedication, service, and sacrifice. Submit your photos today to be considered for the photo [...]

2107, 2022

Union Members Can Save On Wireless Plans and More!

Searching for ways to save more this summer? Start with your wireless bill! Learn how union members can get monthly discounts on select wireless plans, eligible accessories, and more with the AT&T Signature Program. Save Money Every Month Get discounts on qualified AT&T wireless plans. No Activation Fee When you order a phone, tablet or smartwatch, your activation fees are waived! Accessory Discounts Save 20% on eligible accessories. AT&T + Union Plus Helping to make the little things in life – easier! ENROLL NOW  

2107, 2022

USA’s Brotherhood Outdoors New Season Now Available Exclusively on YouTube

The Union Sportsmen’s Alliance (USA) kicked off the 14th season of its Brotherhood Outdoors video series in January with a new look and feel, with episodes airing exclusively on YouTube. While the premise of taking everyday union sportsmen and sportswomen on extraordinary hunting and fishing adventures remains the same, the new season features a micro-documentary film format with episodes averaging 12 minutes long. The episodes are posted every other Monday at 4 p.m. ET on the USA’s YouTube channel with a sprinkling of bonus videos—including cooking segments, in-depth guest backgrounds, guide insights, and more—in between. “American union workers are the heart of [...]

1807, 2022

Photos of the Week from Virginia Beach, VA!

I.U.P.A. Local Virginia Beach Police Benevolent Association 34 regularly feeds officers who work holidays and other events to keep us all safe. This July 4th was no exception. They fed hundreds of LEOs who worked that day to keep Virginia Beach safe during the fireworks. On their Facebook page, Virginia Beach Police Benevolent Association 34 posted, “Great day as PBA 34 fed several shifts and hundreds of officers (from various commands) who were assigned to MT. Trashmore to keep everyone safe at tonight's fireworks show. We had a full house of good friends and good food. Thanks to Mayor Dyer, Councilmen [...]

1307, 2022

Check out the Unions Power America Contest!

Share your story to win up to $25,000! You work incredibly hard to move our country forward — not just on the job, but at home and in your community too. Our friends at Union Plus want to celebrate all you do. Enter the Unions Power America Contest today for a chance to win up to $25,000! unionplus.click/labor22  Union Plus launched the contest to give back to hardworking union families in honor of Labor Day. They will be awarding $110,000 total in cash prizes to union members like you who make a difference, on and off the job. To enter, share [...]

1107, 2022

Legal Update: Good Faith Bargaining

Both parties have a responsibility to bargain in good faith. “Good faith bargaining” generally means the willingness of both parties to meet, at agreed upon times and places in order to discuss issues which are proper subjects of bargaining, with the intent of reaching an agreement. Incidents of bad faith include failure to meet at reasonable times and places, placing unreasonable restrictions as a prerequisite to meeting, refusing upon reasonable written request to provide public information, or refusing to negotiate because of an unwanted person on the opposing team. (See Types of Bad Faith Bargaining below for more examples, additionally you may [...]

1107, 2022

Photos of the Week from Vero Beach Youth Camp!

Vero Beach Police Department K9 Handlers James Doty and Chayse Hatfield conducted a K9 presentation at Oslo Middle School for the "Feed the Lambs" summer youth camp. The presentation featured K9 Officers Batman and Portus. In the department’s post, they shared, “The kids ages were 6 to 13. The kids were very attentive and asked lots of questions. They all got to pet the K9s. They all got McDonald's gift certificates for ice cream cones. They also got gift certificates for a Slurpee at any 711 Convenience Store.” [...]

807, 2022

Advice from ANEW Advisors: 8 Step Summer Financial Checkup

  It seems like when summertime hits, time slows down. The hustle of the holiday season is over, taxes are complete, and vacation is scheduled. If you find yourself with a bit of extra time on your hands in the upcoming months, you may want to use this opportunity to check in on your family’s finances. While doing a thorough analysis of your wealth may sound intimidating, we have broken it down into eight simple steps to keep you focused and on track. Step 1: Analyze Your Budget In early 2022, the Bureau of Economic Analysis reported that the personal savings rate [...]

607, 2022

Tips from UWAC: Is Music Good For Our Health?

  Every human has the ability to create music. You may or may not play an instrument, but you absolutely can hum, whistle, sing, tap, or clap - music! Maybe you prefer to listen or move to music rather than create it. Whether a trained musician, an amateur singer, a dancer, or a passive listener - you have a relationship with music. In addition, regardless of how you engage with it, enjoying musical experiences comes with benefits to your health. Recent research has revealed that music is beneficial to us in many ways. Musical experiences can improve our mood and mental health, [...]

507, 2022

Photo of the Week from Grant County, Indiana!

Three I.U.P.A. Local Grant County Sheriff's Employees Union, #825 Members were recognized by the Grant County Sheriff’s Office for their meritorious service and extraordinary bravery when they ran into a burning home three times to rescue the homeowner from an upstairs bedroom while the fire department was in route and after they arrived shorthanded. Of their commendable actions, Grant County Sheriff’s Office posted on Facebook, “Sgt. Ryan Troyer, Sgt. Anthony Purdy, and Deputy Jalen Ward received certificates of appreciation. These officers were principally involved in saving the life of another person, or whose personal actions were directly responsible for the lifesaving [...]

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