UPMA Leader
December 2019
LEARN MORE12/20/19
December 20, 2019 transcript of From The Presidents Desk
Review the transcript of the December 20, 2019 From the Presidents Desk video message covering the latest news regarding PEAK season, fast track hiring system, PFP for all EAS and the UPMA 2020 Legislative Summit. Continue Reading
12/03/19
USPS Releases 2019 Combined Federal Campaign Promotion Video
USPS Releases 2019 Combined Federal Campaign Promotion Video Continue Reading
11/22/19
November 22, 2019 transcript of From the Presidents Desk video message
Review the transcript of the November 22, 2019 From the Presidents Desk video message covering the latest news regarding NPA and other benefit issues from Doug Tulino and the leadership team at Postal Service. Continue Reading
11/18/19
Letter regarding PFP and other issues received from USPS
Letter received from Doug Tulino, Vice President of Labor Relations at USPS Headquarters regarding Pay-for-Performance Continue Reading
11/18/19
UPMA Files Motion to Intervene
The United Postmasters and Managers of America has filed a motion to intervene as it relates to the lawsuit that was filed by the National Association of Postal Supervisors (NAPS). UPMA’s motion to intervene deals ONLY with Count V of that lawsuit. Continue Reading
10/28/19
Fiscal Year 2019 Mitigating Factors Information Released. You will find two different pieces of information. One has to do with the mitigating factors process and the other has to do with the mitigating factors submission timeline.
Attached you will find two different pieces of information. One has to do with the mitigating factors process and the other has to do with the mitigating factors submission timeline. The letter regarding the release of the information was directed to the employees and leadership at Postal Service Headquarter where it instructs them to contact Erica Hayton. You are NOT, I repeat NOT, to contact Erica Hayton. If you have any questions you are to CONTACT YOUR MANAGER for further instruction, or for guidance. If necessary, you can also direct questions to us here at the National Office and we will do our best to assist you in any way we can. As always remember that the mitigating factor that you are submitting for consideration must move your composite score enough to move you into the next block on the matrix. Continue Reading
10/25/19
October 25, 2019 transcript of From the Presidents Desk video message
Review the transcript of the October 25, 2019 From the Presidents Desk video message covering many topics of interest to UPMA Members. Continue Reading
10/16/19
Postmaster General, Megan Brennan announced her plans to retire on January 31, 2020.
It was announced today that our Postmaster General, Megan Brennan, has decided to retire on January 31, 2020. Continue Reading
09/27/19
September 27, 2019 transcript of From the Presidents Desk video message
Review the transcript of the September 27, 2019 From the Presidents Desk video message covering many topics of interest to UPMA Members. Continue Reading
09/11/19
In honor of Patriot’s Day on September 11, 2019.
In honor of Patriot’s Day on September 11, 2019, the national office staff gathered at the flag pole in front of the national office for the lowering of the flag to half-staff. Continue Reading
09/03/19
Postmaster General Statement on the Midland-Odessa, TX Incident
Postmaster General Statement on the Midland-Odessa, TX Incident Continue Reading
08/27/19
August 27, 2019 transcript of From the Presidents Desk video message
Review the transcript of the August 27, 2019 From the Presidents Desk video message covering many topics of interest to UPMA Members. Continue Reading
07/19/19
July 19, 2019 transcript of From the Presidents Desk video message
Review the transcript of the July 19, 2019 From the Presidents Desk video message covering many topics of interest to UPMA Members. Continue Reading
06/19/19
June 19, 2019 transcript of From the Presidents Desk video message
Review the transcript of the June 19, 2019 From the Presidents Desk video message covering many topics of interest to UPMA Members. Continue Reading
03/14/19
UPMA Proposed Articles and Bylaws changes are available for review
This year at your Chapter convention you will be voting whether to accept or reject the proposed changes to the UPMA Articles of Incorporation and the UPMA Bylaws. There are currently 3 changes proposed to the Articles of Incorporation and Seventeen (17) proposed changes to the Bylaws. Continue Reading
01/02/19
USPS implements changes to salary ranges for Postmasters as a result of the 7/20/2018 Pay Decision.
USPS implements changes to salary ranges for Postmasters as a result of the 7/20/2018 Pay Decision. Continue Reading
12/06/18
The Presidential Task Force report, “United States Postal Service: A Sustainable Path Forward” has been released.
The Presidential Task Force report, “United States Postal Service: A Sustainable Path Forward” has been released. At this time, UPMA is reviewing the report and the recommendations... Continue Reading
11/20/18
Update on National Convention 2020:
As has been reported elsewhere in UPMA correspondence the National Executive Board has voted to move the location of the 2020 National Convention from Omaha, Nebraska to St. Louis, Missouri. Continue Reading
11/15/18
Update: Level-20 Special Exemption for Postmasters without an authorized supervisor is in effect.
Level-20 Special Exemption for Postmasters without an authorized supervisor is in effect. Continue Reading
11/07/18
FY 2018 Unit Mitigating Process Now Open
The Performance Evaluation System (PES) opens today, November 7, 2018, to start the FY 2018 Unit mitigation process. Continue Reading
