DC 37 IS COMING HOME!
On Monday, Nov. 4, your new DC 37 union headquarters will open for service at 125 Barclay in Lower Manhattan! We can’t wait to welcome you to your new union home for benefits and services, programming, events, rallies and more.
Members can walk into 125 Barclay between 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday through Friday to be assisted– no appointment necessary. Our phone numbers remain unchanged, and you are encouraged to dial 212-815-1000 to reach our member service line during business hours.
Please be aware that DC 37 staff will no longer be located at the Temporary Service Center at 420 West 45th Street after Friday, Nov. 1.
Health & Security Plan Benefits: Audiology and Dental services have permanently relocated to the DC 37 Health Center at 115 Chambers Street. For appointments, please call the H&S Inquiry Unit at 212-815-1234.
DC 37 POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE
The General Election is on Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024.
DC 37 members are standing in unity to get pro-worker candidates elected across New York. We want to make sure you have all the information you need to make your voice heard at the polls this election season!
Here are a few ways you can help get involved:
- Talk to your coworkers about the importance of voting.
- Make a plan to vote.
- Remind close family members and friends to vote on time!
Have You Cast Your Ballot Yet?
You have the option to vote at an early voting site now through Nov. 3. Find your polling location HERE or contact 311 or 1-866-VOTE-NYC for more information. On Tuesday, Nov. 5 polls will be open from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. You can review a list of DC 37 endorsed candidates HERE.
Important Dates for the General Election
Support Your Union Political Action Fund!
In 2024, wealthy corporations and individuals will spend millions trying to diminish our union rights and benefits. It’s important that we support candidates who will fight against attempts to cut jobs and the advances we’ve fought hard for. By joining the PEOPLE Program, our DC 37 political action fund, we can get leaders in office who will fight for worker’s rights over corporate greed. PEOPLE contributions are used to do Get Out the Vote campaigns, lobbying around member issues, to directly support pro-workers candidates, and other important activities that we are restricted from using dues money to conduct. Become a PEOPLE contributor now by clicking HERE.
DC 37 MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES LEGAL SERVICES
Housing Advice for Tenants
MELS Attorneys are now available to answer your questions and provide advice about lease renewals, security deposits, repairs and services, harassment, rent overcharges, legal notices, one-shot deals, and other landlord-tenant matters. Call us at (212) 815-1111 to connect with an attorney and access your legal service benefit.
DC 37 MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES HOUSING PROGRAM
First-Time Homebuyer Workshop
Are you thinking of buying your first home but don’t know where to begin? The DC 37 Municipal Employees Housing Program is pleased to offer a virtual First-Time Homebuyer Workshop. Allow us to assist you on your journey to homeownership as we discuss the mortgage process, pre-approvals, debt-to-income ratios, PMI, FHA loans, conventional loans, and much more! Bring your questions and we’ll provide the answers. We hope to see you there!
Saturday, Nov. 9 at 11 a.m. | Register HERE.
Saturday, Nov. 23 at 11 a.m. | Register HERE.
MCU Mortgage Webinar
In the market for a new place to call home? The DC 37 Municipal Employees Housing Program is proud to present the Municipal Credit Union (MCU) to answer your questions about mortgages and discuss which programs may be the right fit for you. Let MCU lending specialists guide you through flexible loan terms, competitive interest rates, and everything you need to get past your home-buying hurdles. You won’t want to miss this important webinar!
Thursday, Nov. 14 at 6 p.m. | Register HERE.
DC 37 EDUCATION FUND
Applications for the Winter 2025 Semester Are Now Available!
The Education Fund is now accepting applications for courses that begin this January! For a list of current offerings, please visit our Classes and Benefits page by clicking HERE! Many classes fill up quick so register today!
The DC 37 Green Jobs Training Program is Expanding!
The DC 37 Education Fund is happy to announce the Green Jobs Training Expansion Program, a grant-funded training program for eligible DC 37 members to receive free, hands-on instruction in areas of need within the green economy and energy sector.
Training courses include Energy Auditing, Multifamily and Commercial Building Analyst, Carbon Accounting, LEED Green Associate, Energy Benchmarking and Construction Management. These courses and more will prepare members for certifications and licenses offered and recognized by the Building Performance Institute, Urban Green Council and Association of Energy Engineers.
If you are interested in more information on these courses and what this training can provide for you, please click HERE.
Refrigeration License Course for DC 37 Members
The District Council 37 Education Fund in conjunction with Tauris Tech is offering a refrigeration license course to prepare you to take and pass the two-part exam needed to earn a NYC Refrigeration License, which is a requirement to work in most large residential, commercial, industrial and institutional facilities in New York City.
This particular program offering is completely online and will be at no cost to you as an eligible DC 37 member. The only requirements for this course is that you must be at least 18 years of age and you must also have a high school diploma or GED.
If you are interested in this program and would like to register, please complete an online application by going to www.dc37edfund.org/refrige-license-winter2025.
Please note, the online application may not be accessible from your work computer as some city agencies block access to our website so we advise you to use a personal computer, phone, or tablet to complete the application.
For more information on the program or the online application, please send an email to [email protected].
Changes to Tuition Reimbursement Benefit
Beginning with classes, courses and workshops taken on or after Jan. 1, 2024, eligible DC 37 members can now be reimbursed up to $1,500 by the DC 37 Education Fund as long as the requirements for reimbursement are met. Additionally, tuition reimbursement applications can now be submitted completely online.
For more information on the changes to the reimbursement benefit, please click HERE.
Education and Career Counseling
Do you need guidance on selecting a class from our offerings, updating a resume or need assistance reaching a career or educational goal? Contact an Ed Fund counselor HERE to schedule a virtual appointment.
CUNY Counseling is Here for You!
This is the ideal time to plan for enrollment at the CUNY college of your choice. Let Worker Education at the CUNY School of Labor & Urban Studies (SLU) help guide you through the process of finding the best CUNY program to match your education and career goals.
Expert advisors offer FREE one-on-one phone sessions on academic requirements for specific jobs; choosing a CUNY campus and major; applying to and financing a CUNY degree; certificate and non-credit options at CUNY; transferring previous credits, and more. Each session is free and caters to your specific goals and needs.
To view the calendar and schedule your CUNY advisement session, click HERE. Can’t find a date/time that works for you? Email [email protected]
The CUNY School of Labor and Urban Studies Offers Leap To Teacher (LTT)
Advance your education in any field with the LEAP to Teacher Program serving all school and daycare workers. Open the door to your future! LEAP to Teacher (LTT) provides a specialized set of support services designed to empower you to become more effective in your schools and more impactful in your communities. The LTT program can assist you with pursuing your undergraduate or graduate degree in any field of study, from the pre-admission stage through graduation.
For more information, please contact: [email protected], call (646) 313-8532 or visit our website at https://slu.cuny.edu/worker-education/leap-to-teacher/
Retirees Education Courses for Winter 2025
The Ed Fund is currently accepting applications for classes for the Winter 2025 cycle. Apply online HERE.
For more information or if you have any questions, please contact Manuel Gomez-Rosa at [email protected] or call (212) 815-1700.
NON-PROFIT AND PRIVATE SECTOR
DC 37 Non-Profit and Private Sector Members represented by Locals 95, 205, 215, 253, and 389 are eligible for the following exciting education-related opportunities in 2024.
Workshops
- Child Abuse and Maltreatment
- Monday, Nov. 4 from 6-8 p.m.
- Managing Our Implicit Biases
- Wednesday, Nov. 13 from 6-8 p.m.
- Continuing Teacher Leader Education (CTLE)
- Assessments – Practical Strategies that Scaffold Students
- Tuesday, Nov. 14 from 5:30-8:30 p.m.
- Dignity for All Students Act (DASA)
- Monday, Nov. 18 & Wednesday, Nov. 20 from 5-8 p.m.
- Must attend BOTH sessions
- Adverse Childhood Experiences
- Monday, Dec. 9 from 6-8 p.m.
You can register for these workshops by clicking HERE.
Classes and Prep Courses
- Assessment of Teacher Assistant Skills (ATAS)
- Saturdays, Nov. 16, Nov. 23, Dec. 7, Dec. 14, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
- Total of 4 sessions to complete the course
- Content Specialty Test (CST) – Multi-subject Math (Birth-2)
- Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Nov. 16 to Dec. 4, 6-8 p.m.
- Total of 7 sessions to complete the course
- Educating All Students (EAS) Exam Prep
- Mondays, Nov. 18 to Dec. 9, 6-8 p.m.
- Total of 4 sessions to complete the course
You can register for these classes and more by clicking HERE.
Skills Upgrade
- Intermediate Excel
- Saturdays, Nov. 16, Nov. 23, Dec. 7, Dec. 14, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
- Total of 4 sessions
- Via Google Classroom, Students must have a desktop or laptop
To register, email [email protected].
Scholarship Opportunities
- Education Incentive Program (EIP)
- This scholarship is awarded based on income and gives up to $2,500 per year for college courses and up to $1,250 for the CDA. This scholarship is available to classroom personnel only.
- AFSCME Family Scholarship
- A renewable $2,000 scholarship (over the course of 4 years) awarded annually to graduating high school seniors of union members. Due Tuesday, Dec. 31
For more information about these programs, call (212) 341-4991 or email [email protected].
DC 37 CLIMATE JUSTICE COMMITTEE
Committee Meeting – Nov. 12
The Climate Justice Committee invites you to the next virtual meeting. We hope to see you there!
Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2024 at 6 p.m. | Contact Jon Forster at [email protected]
Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS)
Why Women Are at Higher Risk for Getting Arthritis
Osteoarthritis (OA) is a painful condition involving the deterioration of a joint and affects about 32 million people in the United States. However, it tends to favor women, especially after menopause. Learn from the experts why women are more likely to experience Arthritis and what you can do to reduce your risk.
HSS is here to help DC 37 members and families – and we take most insurances.
Connect with HSS TODAY:
Call: (212) 606-1105
Email: [email protected]
Visit: HSS.edu/DC37
