January Update - From the Local President
Those of us living in the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul, as well as those living in the surrounding metropolitan area, are currently dealing with some extreme circumstances. I'm at a loss for words to adequately describe the situation; so, I'll rely on the words of others. The Minneapolis Chief of Police has described the situation as unprecedented chaos, while a local faith leader has stated that America is experiencing a profound moral crisis which is playing out on the streets of Minneapolis.
We’ve seen our fellow citizens shot and killed, we’ve seen them dragged from homes that were forcibly entered, and we’ve seen young children taken into custody and quickly whisked away to detention facilities in other States. Every day we hear our coworkers and Brothers and Sisters in the Union speak of the difficulties they're experiencing just trying to live their lives and come to work.
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December Update - From the Local President
2025 is drawing to its conclusion and it has been a year defined by struggle, accomplishment, and some significant successes. Of course, as the calendar turns to 2026 there will be issues remaining from this year that will need follow up. That is the natural consequence of continuing to pursue issues to their conclusion.
New Year’s Day marks only one hard fast change and that's the change to the Local Union’s Fiscal Year. Although, that alone places numerous tasks and deadlines on our horizon.
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November Update - From the Local President
Peak season is upon us. At least, the peak season exception period set forth in the National Agreement. We have seen mail volume starting to increase, but the real surge in volume likely remains a week or two ahead.
Management has continued to hire MHAs and convert existing MHAs to career Mail Handlers. Consequently, the Mail Handler craft is heading into a peak season which is better staffed than in previous years. Also, management may employ an unlimited number of MHAs during this period.
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October Update - From the Local President
It has now been more than 30 days since the 2022 National Agreement expired. At that time, we were informed that the Union and the Postal Service had agreed to extend the bargaining process. Since that last announcement we’ve heard nothing.
So, when should we expect to hear something? That’s a tough question to answer. Let’s look at the situation.
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Local 323 Awarded Top Honors at Mail Handlers Benefit Plan Seminar!
Your Local 323 MHBP marketing team has been recognized for outstanding performance and awarded Union of the Year for our efforts in promoting the 2025 Mail Handlers Benefit Plan. Pictures from the MHBP Seminar have been posted to the photo gallaries.
By the way, open season for health insurance is quickly approaching. An open season health fair will be held in the Postal facility where you work. Take a look at the Mail Handlers Benefit Plan and compare the rates with your current health plan. You will be amazed (really amazed) at how much you can save on the cost of your health insurance. Keep an eye on your bulletin boards for more information.
Check out the seminar pictures!
September Update - From the Local President
Following the expiration of the 2022 National Agreement on September 20th, the Union and the Postal Service agreed to continue negotiations. This extension of the bargaining process seems to suggest that the national parties still believe that a negotiated agreement is still possible. Negotiations will continue informally until such time as either party concludes that further negotiations are pointless. Should that end up being the case, the provisions of the Postal Reorganization Act will be utilized to resolve the bargaining impasse. This may involve the submission of all remaining disputes to an interest arbitrator for a final and binding decision.
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