Committee Members Wanted- Deadline tomorrow June3/16

The following email was sent to all work locations in hard copy. Although we sent this out via E-blast a few months back, we have extended the deadline to make sure everyone was aware and had an opportunity to apply. When on a committee, you will receive paid release time when needed, and all mileage and expenses covered where applicable. If you filled out an application form and sent it in the last time it was sent out, there is no need to re-apply.

Dear CUPE 5555 member:

In an effort to build a stronger local union, we are looking for increased member involvement. We have many positions that we would like to fill, and give you, the member, an opportunity to apply if interested.

I have provided a list of committees/positions we are looking to fill and have attached an application form below. If applying for more than one position, I would kindly ask that you fill out a separate application form for each one. Application submissions on anything other than the application form will not be accepted and withdrawn from consideration.
(Deadline for submissions: JUNE 3, 2016)

Committee work is a vital part of our union and we appreciate your interest. We do however ask that when applying, you keep in mind that union committees/positions are not an avenue to bring forth personal agendas and your conduct and views must adhere to the mandate set out by the local.

I would like to take a moment to thank all past committee members and highly encourage them to submit an application form if they wish to be considered to sit on the committee once again.

In solidarity,

CLICK LINK for application form: http://digioh.com/em/21464/71800/qvdh7hd5qk?demail=*|EMAIL|*

(Please note that there are multiple positions available for most committees)

Social Committee

This committee will:

* Arrange and conduct all social, cultural, and recreational activities of the Local Union, either on the committee’s own initiative or as a result of decisions taken at membership meetings.
* The committee shall submit reports and proposals to the Executive Board or to the membership as required.

Bylaw Committee

This committee will:

* Review the bylaws annually and make recommendations on proposed amendments to be voted on by the membership.
* Review any proposed amendments received from the Executive Board or membership of the Local Union to ensure that the amendments will conform to the remainder of the bylaws and the CUPE National Constitution.
* Ensure that the Local Union’s bylaws are written in clear language, ensuring that clear language does not change the intent or meaning of the bylaws.
* Look at the local union as a whole and propose structural changes when needed to best serve the membership.

Community Involvement Committee

This committee will:

* Arrange and conduct events or activities that support the communities in which we live and work. This could include but not limited to, Habitat for humanity builds, fundraisers, Santa clause parades etc.
* Increase public awareness of our local in the community
* The committee shall submit reports and proposals to the Executive Board or to the membership as required.

Discount Program Committee

This committee will:

* Oversee our local discount program by promoting existing businesses and enlisting new ones to join.
* Increase membership participation and awareness in the program.
* The committee shall submit reports and proposals to the Executive Board or to the membership as required.

 Equity and Diversity Committee

This committee will:

* Advise and give guidance to Officers, committee members, and the general membership on all issues that affect all equity-seeking groups, including people of colour, Aboriginals, lesbian, gay, bi-sexual and transgendered workers in the workplace and the union movement.
* Promote leadership of equity-seeking workers at the Local Union level and in the broader labour movement.
* Increase and support the active participation of equity-seeking workers in the Local Union and the broader labour movement.
* Strive to eliminate racism and discrimination in the workplace, Local Union, broader labour movement, and society through education and participation in human rights and anti-racism activities both in and outside of the labour movement.
* The committee shall submit reports and proposals to the Executive Board or to the membership as required.

Return to Work Committee

As a member of this committee:

* Attend RTW meetings on request of a member to protect their rights when returning to work from an injury or illness
* Responsible for taking accurate notes of all meetings
* Required to take appropriate training and courses when needed

Board Meeting Liaison

As the liaison you will:

* Attend all monthly board meetings
* Report back to the executive of any pertinent information discussed at the meetings that could have         an effect on CUPE members.

EA Dialogue Committee

This committee will:

* Discuss issues arising within the work group with the employer and work on solutions to resolve.

Q: What members can be on the committee?

A: E/A, CYW, BSA,LSA,SRC any other positions that may fall under this group

ECE Dialogue Committee

This committee will:

* Discuss issues arising within the work group with the employer and work on solutions to resolve.

Q: What members can be on the committee?
A: E.C.E

Secretarial Dialogue Committee

This committee will:

* Discuss issues arising within the work group with the employer and work on solutions to resolve.
Q: What members can be on the committee?
A:  Secretaries, Clerical, Library, other board office positions

Custodial Dialogue Committee

This committee will:

* Discuss issues arising within the work group with the employer and work on solutions to resolve.

Q: What members can be on the committee?
A: Custodians

Maintenance Dialogue Committee

This committee will:

* Discuss issues arising within the work group with the employer and work on solutions to resolve.

Q: What members can be on the committee?
A:  Maintenance (Trades)

Professional Dialogue Committee

This committee will:

* Discuss issues arising within the work group with the employer and work on solutions to resolve.

Q: What members can be on the committee?
A: Psychologists, Board Councillors, Speech and Language, other positions that may fall under this group

CLICK LINK for application form: http://digioh.com/em/21464/71800/qvdh7hd5qk?demail=*|EMAIL|*