UPOA Has Hired a Top Ranking PR Firm
Congratulations Jeff Simmons, Jake Oliver and Anat Gerstein who were once again named one of City & State's Political PR Power 50.
We are proud to have you on our team. Keep up the great work and we thank you.
Reminder - Zoom General Membership Meeting
Please be reminded that there will be a Zoom General Membership Meeting on Monday 1/24/22 at 4:30 PM. Borough President Richard Donovan will be the guest speaker. Credentials to attend this meeting was emailed via UPOA Newsblast. Please check your spam or junk mail if you have not received it or you may contact the union office.
Covid Testing Locations Exclusively for NYC Employees
WorkWell NYC is offering Covid-19 Testing exclusively for NYC Employees at various locations in each borough. An appointment is needed and walk-ins will not be accepted. See flyer below for testing sites
UPOA Receives Citation for Toy and Book Drive
On 12/18/21, UPOA partnered with New York State Senator Chantel Jackson, The Boyer Lodge, and the Morrisania Association to put the smiles on so many children and their families face this past holiday season. UPOA also partnered with Queens Adult and Family Services at their gift-wrapping event.
As a result of the successful event, UPOA was presented with the NY State Assembly Citation in recognition for our community engagement and leadership.
The Passing of Retired Probation Officer Dorothy Pritchett
We are sad to announce the passing of our Sister retired Probation Officer Dorothy Pritchett ( née Cooper) November 24 1931 - December 30 2021 . Let’s lift her family up in prayer.
Due to inclement weather predicted for Friday and the need to accommodate participation of Mrs. Pritchett’s Sorority members the date has changed.
**UPDATED INFORMATION **
Homegoing Celebration for Mrs. Dorothy Pritchett
Friday, January 14, 2022
4:00 - 7:00 PM - Viewing
7:00 PM Homegoing Service
Join us in person or view online at:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKw629ZZoRgxldMVcDUa5xw or www.janesumc.org
Interment, Cypress Hills Cemetery
Condolences may be sent to her daughter Danielle Pritchett, MD at:
841 Jefferson Avenue
Brooklyn , NY 11221
Continued blessings
Updated Leave Policy Applicable During the Outbreak of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)
Effective 12/29/21, DCAS issued an Updated Guidance for City Agencies on Leave Policy Applicable During the Outbreak of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19). All members need to review the entire document and familiarize themselves with this current policy.
PSLF Waiver Offers Way to Get Closer to Loan Forgiveness
On Oct. 6, 2021, the U.S. Department of Education (ED) announced a change to Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program rules for a limited time as a result of the COVID-19 national emergency. Throughout the pandemic, ED has provided a variety of benefits to borrowers.
Now, for a limited period of time, borrowers may receive credit for past periods of repayment that would otherwise not qualify for PSLF. For more information click here.
To learn more about PSLF, click here
Zoom General Membership Meeting Video is Now Available!!!
If you were not able to attend the Zoom General Membership Meeting on 11/30/21, you can watch the video. Please click here to watch the video.
Reminder - Zoom General Membership Meeting
There will be a Zoom General Membership Meeting on Tuesday November 30, 2021 at 4:30 pm. You should have received the log in information via the UPOA On the Move News blast. Please check your email or spam mail for the notification.