Charlie was elected President of Branch 36 in 2007. He has held this position for 15 years and was recently re-elected in 2022. Charlie’s long history of putting the carriers first began in 1979, when he joined the Postal Service and began his Union membership. Not long after starting his career at the postal service, Charlie was elected as Shop Steward in 1983. President Arty Ullman recognized his future within Branch 36 and appointed him to Formal A Designee in 1987. Charlie has held multiple positions, all of which increased his contractual knowledge and launched him to the forefront of Branch 36. In 1992 Charlie was elected as Branch 36 Executive Vice President and served in this position for 15 years. Charlie’s wealth of knowledge became an essential part of not only Branch 36 but the NALC when he was appointed to serve as a NALC AFL, CIO Delegate from 1996 thru 2022. In 2007, Charlie was elected as New York State Association of Letter Carriers Treasurer, a position he currently holds. From the beginning Charlie has always been for the carriers and he is quoted as saying “he always looks for ways to help Letter Carriers and make their jobs safe and worthwhile.” 2022 landed Charlie not only one elected position but two. Charlie was re-elected President of Branch 36 in early 2022 and was recently elected on the National level to serve as NALC trustee. Charlie’s positions will ensure Branch 36 always has a seat at the table.

Million Mile Awards

It is no small feat to drive without a preventable incident for a million miles or for an accumulated 30 years, especially in Manhattan and the Bronx. This year, Branch 36 would like to recognize 25 members, who received Million Mile Awards. What an amazing accomplishment! Simply driving around town will give you a clear idea of what an amazing achievement these skillful drivers have accomplished.
There have been numerous changes to driving routes in both Manhattan and the Bronx, yet these drivers drove without incident. Some changes include reduced lanes on most avenues in New York City, as well as expanded sidewalks in Midtown Manhattan. Bicycle lanes and turning lanes have been added throughout New York City and the Bronx clearly interrupting the flow of traffic.
Congratulations to the following Branch 36 members for receiving the Million Mile Award.

Food Drive

I am happy to announce that we have had another successful Annual Food Drive. Thank you to all of you, who purchased this year’s t-shirt. The Pink T-shirt was a big hit. Our co-chairs Shirtedra Thomas and Charles Kinard did a fantastic job delivering t-shirts to each station. This year’s number should be ready soon.
City Harvest is busy picking up food from the hubs. Thanks to everyone who not only bought a t-shirt, but also brought in canned and dried food to the station.
You may have noticed that we added a pink ribbon to the sleeve of this year’s t-shirt. The pink ribbon is in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness. The NALC Health Plan has asked us to host a Breast Cancer Awareness event in July. Of course we said, “Yes”. This will be a great time to wear that pink t-shirt again. There will be more details to follow regarding this important event.

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