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Postal Service Begins Labor Contract Negotiations
WASHINGTON – The U.S. Postal Service begins contract negotiations today with the largest of its four unions, the American Postal Workers Union, AFL-CIO (APWU).
Spectacular Biodiversity Celebrated on Stamps
HAWAII NATIONAL PARK, HI — The beauty of Hawaii’s rare plants and animals will grace letters and packages traveling across the nation now that the Postal Service issued the Nature of America: Hawaiian Rain Forest stamp pane and stamped postal cards today.
Mother Teresa to be Honored on U.S. Postage Stamp
The U.S. Postal Service will pay tribute to Mother Teresa, who received the Nobel Peace Prize in 1979 for her humanitarian work. Noted for her compassion toward the poor and suffering, Mother Teresa, a diminutive Roman Catholic nun and honorary U.S. citizen, served the sick and destitute of India and the world for nearly 50 years.
Thousands of Postal Service Drivers Pass 1 Million Accident–Free Miles
WASHINGTON — Americans hitting the road this Labor Day weekend should consider some advice from the U.S. Postal Service. According to the National Safety Council, nearly 5,900 postal employees have achieved a unique distinction most of us never approach in a lifetime — driving more than 1 million, accident-free miles.
Priority Mail Added as Service Option for Tobacco Shipments to APO/FPO/DPO Destinations
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Postal Service is modifying mailing regulations of tobacco shipments from the U.S. to APO/FPO/DPO destinations by expanding shipping options to include Priority Mail service with Delivery Confirmation.

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Mail Requirements Clerks/Mailpiece Design
Jamye Thornsen	246-1357
Polly Kaske	246-1216
Fax	246-1374

Supervisor, BMEU
Terry Adams	246-1359
BMEU Clerks	246-1205
Fax	246-1374

Transportation/Networks
Lori Gobeli	246-1243

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PCC Day 2010

Written by Karen Cronin
Thursday, 05 August 2010 12:17
2010 NATIONAL POSTAL CUSTOMER COUNCIL DAY! Wednesday, September 15, 2010 8:00 am - 2:00 pm Oshkosh Convention Center, Oshkosh WI Developing Solutions. Delivering Success. Join us for a morning packed with educational sessions on address quality, co-services, mailpiece design, extra services, and other informative and motivational presentations on networking and leadership delivered by some of the most experienced individuals in our industry. Mark Fallon, The Berkshire Company George Strnad, U.S. Postal Service Chris Lien, BCC Software Michelle Billmann, ALG Worldwide Elizabeth Lombard, Pitney Bowes Susan Pinter, Arandell Corporation Leanne Herman, Times Printing Mark Kolb, United Mailing Service Register online at www.lakelandpcc.com/NPCCDay.htm and view details on the educational sessions. To register by mail send a check with your name, company name, and contact information to Green Bay PCC, PO Box 13131, Green Bay, WI 54307-3131. Please register by September 8, 2010. Have questions about registration? Please call Diane LeVeque at the Green Bay PCC (920) 993-3057.
Last Updated on Thursday, 05 August 2010 14:00

Lunch Bunch - August 19

Written by Karen Cronin

Thursday, 05 August 2010 09:10

GMAPCC Lunch Bunch - Thursday, August 19, 2010

Educational Opportunity! Bring your lunch and join us from 11:00 A.M. to 12:30 P.M. at the Milwaukee Street Post Office in Madison. Cost is $5.00. Register by clicking on the link above and pay with a credit card, or send email to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it and pay at the door. Mailpiece Design Analyst George Strnad will cover:

· Requirements for Intelligent Mail Barcode for Reply Mail - Effective May 2011

· Eligibility for Flats Failing Deflection (Droop Test) - Basic standards effective June 7, 2010, with price consequences effective October 3, 2010. Bring samples for evaluation.

GMAPCC EYEGLASS COLLECTION CAMPAIGN

Written by Karen Cronin
Monday, 05 April 2010 13:24
The GMAPCC teamed up with area businesses and the Madison Central Lions to collect used eyeglasses. Approximately 3,000 pairs were donated! Thanks to everyone for their participation!!
Last Updated on Friday, 25 June 2010 09:02

Mallards Game-July 27, 2010

Written by Karen Cronin
Monday, 05 April 2010 11:55
Join the Greater Madison Area Postal Customer Council on Tuesday, July 27 for a night of fun and networking at Warner Park cheering on the Madison Mallards vs. Wisconsin Woodchucks.This is a great opportunity to socialize with fellow PCC members in a fun, relaxed setting. The cost is only $35 per person, which includes the game ticket with seating in the Great Dane Duck Blind Club Level, food and beverage (beer & soda). Gates open at 5:30 pm with first pitch at 7:05 pm. Please visit www.mallardsbaseball.com for more information on the Madison Mallards and their home stadium. Send checks payable to GMAPCC to: GMAPCC, PO Box 14285, Madison WI 53708-0285.

Lunch Bunch Meetings

Written by Karen Cronin
Wednesday, 17 December 2008 22:34
Great News! Registration fees for all PCC Educational Seminars including the PCC Lunch Bunch sessions can now be paid by credit card or check. Click on the links above to register and pay online today! What are Lunch Bunch Sessions? The Madison PCC sponsors small group classes to help our members get their mailing questions answered and to learn about new opportunities. Bring your lunch and join the PCC on the 3rd Thursday of each month from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in Room 213 at the Milwaukee Street Post Office in Madison. In addition to Postal and Industry instructors, there will be other PCC members with real world mailing experience to help answer your questions. The registration fee is always $5.00. You can register online and mail a check to: GMAPCC, PO Box 14285, Madison WI 53708-0285.
Last Updated on Monday, 05 April 2010 11:09

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