Shirtedra was elected to the position of Sergeant at Arms in 2022. Shirtedra began her carrier as a Letter Carrier and proud Branch 36 Union member in 2005. From the beginning of her postal career, Shitedra has pushed her coworkers to get involved and protect themselves. Shirtedra’s pragmatic abilities led her to be elected Shop Steward by her peers. In 2018, Shirtedra became a Customer Connect Coordinator and in 2019 she assisted on the route adjustment team. Uplifting all carriers and job protection has always been her goal during her career. In 2020 Shirtedra’s talents were called upon to become a Formal A Representative and an on-the-job instructor. Shirtedra took those positions and continued to make strides. In 2022, Shirtedra put her organizing ability to the test when she was selected to co-chair the Food Drive by President Charlie Heege. Shirtedra is proud to represent the Letter Carriers of Branch 36 as the Sergeant at Arms.

Let’s Get Involved

Greetings, brothers and sisters, we pray that you had a wonderful, happy and healthy holiday season. Now that the new year has begun, it’s back to business as usual. Due to the inclement weather and extremely cold season, we ask that you take all breaks and continue to work in a safe manner. At the same time, it is also imperative that you do your routes effectively and efficiently.
I would like everyone to mark their calendars for some upcoming events. May 9, 2026 is the Annual Letter Carrier Food Drive. Charles Kinard and I are happy to inform you that the food drive t-shirts are red this year. FYI Shop Stewards: you can go around now and get those orders, and we will in turn get those orders ready. We are working hard to make this year’s food drive better than ever. Our hope is to provide more meals for our customers in need. Branch 36’s Annual Dinner Dance will take place on November 14. 2026. The Dinner Dance includes lots of dancing and plenty of food. If you have never attended, I suggest you do so. This year is a big deal, it’s our 50th Anniversary. Trust me, you will not regret your decision.
I would also like to remind you about the Muscular Dystrophy Association and the many ways, in which you can contribute to this great cause. We have comedy shows, 50/50 raffles and a lottery. All proceeds go to the MDA, which helps to improve the lives of these children and their families.
I look forward to working with you all this year. I know that it will be a productive and prosperous one for all members of Branch 36. Stay safe brothers and sisters. In closing, congrats to Shakena Ford who has been appointed by President Charlie Heege as a Branch 36 Trustee.