The Good News Continues
Jimmy Warden
NAPS Secretary/Treasurer
My column this month has three exciting topics on which to report. First, congratulations to Tom Barone, president of Long Island Branch 202. Tom is the winner of the $500 gift card drawing from the sponsorship contest.
The contest was based on 1187s submitted from between our national convention in August and Nov. 1, 2024. We appreciate everyone’s efforts in increasing membership. Tom’s name was chosen randomly from all the new-members sponsors during that time period. Congratulations, Tom! Your gift card will be in the mail.
Next, I want to tell you about the Membership Blitz your national officers approved. At the recent 2024 fall Executive Board Meeting, a motion was made to increase the sponsorship fee for signing a new member from $25 to $50 for a three-month period. From Dec. 1, 2024, through Feb. 28, 2025, when you sponsor a new member, you will receive a check for $50. All 1187s must be received at NAPS Headquarters by March 5, 2025, to qualify.
I have great membership news! The September DCO numbers show we are at 29,000-plus strong. Membership currently is 29,032, with active members at 27,568 and associate members at 1,464. Of this, 41% of Postmasters also are members of NAPS. This great achievement is all due to your efforts informing non-members of the many benefits of joining and being part of the NAPS family.
It would be great to break the 30,000 mark; it is within our reach. We only are 968 new members away; the opportunity is there. Always remember, “There is nothing to it but to do it!”
There are just a few weeks left of peak mailing season. This is the period that defines the United States Postal Service. Delivering for America brings joy and happiness to so many people. And you make that happen with your dedication, commitment and work ethic to make the Postal Service successful. Seeing smiles on our customers’ faces makes it all worth the effort.
This holiday season also is time to remember those are not as fortunate as we are. One can say what they wish about their career with the USPS, but the reality is it is a good job. I always believe my glass is half full—not half empty; many people don’t even have a glass!
On behalf of my family to yours, I wish everyone a happy and blessed holiday season and a happy and healthy new year! Stay safe and remember, increasing membership demonstrates leadership.
Categories: The Postal Supervisor
