How to Join
All City Employees Association (ACEA),
AFSCME Local 3090
If you have completed your 6 months probation and would like
to join AFSCME Local 3090, please call the Local Office at 213-487-9887
ext. 340.
Advantages of Membership
The following services are available ONLY TO VOLUNTARY MEMBERS:
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The right to have input and VOTE ON THE CONTRACT.
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The right to vote on any business of the Local.
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The right to train and function as a Union Steward.
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The right to participate in training classes, seminars,
workshops, conferences, or conventions.
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The right to use the discount legal program, discount
cards to various Southern California attractions, scholarships,
credit
card, mortgage program and many other discounted services
available to members only.
What is the Difference Between Agency Shop Fees vs. Voluntary
Membership Dues?
Agency Shop Fees are automatically deducted because you are
a part of the bargaining unit and are eligible for all benefits
provided in the Union negotiated contract with the City. In
addition
to the health benefits and life insurance provided by the City,
the contract provides an eye-care program for you, your spouse,
and dependents, as well as life insurance coverage for you.
Voluntary Membership Dues begin when you fill out an "Authorization
for Payroll Deduction" card. You become a "member in
good standing" of the Union and enjoy benefits beyond those
provided by the contract. You have a voice in the decision-making
process of your Local. Those benefits are:
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The right to vote on any business of the Local.
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The right to have input and vote on the contract.
• The right to train and function as a Union Steward.
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The right to participate in training classes, seminars, workshops,
conferences, or conventions.
You are also eligible to receive discount cards to various Southern
California attractions and to participate in programs sponsored
by the International Union in conjunction with the AFL-CIO. These
programs include scholarships, credit card, mortgage, personal
loan and many other discounted services.
How Much are My Dues?
The payment structure is 1% of your gross monthly salary and
this applies whether you are paying agency fees or have voluntarily
signed a membership card. Why settle for paying agency fees
and not enjoy the full benefits of being a member?
Your input and participation is important to a strong, effective
Local.
You are the Union!
What Paperwork Do I Need to Fill Out to Become a Member?
1) Authorization for Payroll Deduction Card
To
become a voluntary member in AFSCME Local 3090 you must
complete the
white, two-sided "Authorization For Payroll Deduction" card
and return it to Local 3090.
This card changes your deduction status to a 78, which is voluntary
member. Only your status is changed. The
Bi-weekly Deduction amount DOES NOT CHANGE. You must complete both sides of this
card. The Bi-Weekly Deduction amount is the amount currently
being deduction. If you have any questions, please call the Local
office at (213) 487-9887 x340.
2) AFSCME Local 3090 Group Life Insurance Beneficiary Card
Everyone in the bargaining unit is automatically covered with
$10,000 life insurance and $5,000 accidental death and dismemberment
insurance. To ensure this insurance is paid to your beneficiaries,
please complete and return your Group Life Insurance Beneficiary
card. Do not forget to sign and date this card.
3) (Optional) Authorization for Voluntary Payroll Deduction
National PEOPLE Committee
When you sign an "Authorization For Voluntary Payroll Deduction
National PEOPLE Committee," you are automatically contributing
money to the union's political action fund, which helps the
union conduct its political work. Call the Local office at
(213) 487-9887
x 340 for more information.
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