Local 338 - bettering the lives of our members and all working people!

Please be aware that as of Monday, February 1, 2010 the Local 338 Medical Call Center will now be open from 8:30 A.M. until 4:30 P.M.

Our political system exists to provide each of us with a voice. Through this voice we can bring about the changes that will better our lives and communities. The simplest way this voice can be exercised is by voting in any upcoming elections. There are, however, other ways to be politically active that are equally as important.  PAC, or Political Action Committee, is funded by contributions from many of our members. The money collected is then used to support candidates who embody the values of the labor movement and understand the unique needs of working families. Perhaps, the most important way to make your voice hear is by attending political events. This includes volunteering on campaigns and attending rallies and public hearings. Such events are the most direct way to show your support for important issues that affect you.

Your political involvement helps gain Local 338 recognition within the political community. It makes a bold statement to both elected officials and the public that Local 338 and its members stand strong on certain issues. As a result, officials from the local, state, and even federal government are more willing to sit down and work with us in order to create and fight for legislation that both benefits and protects working families and our communities.

It is important to understand that by being active, you are not simply helping Local 338. A few months ago, one of our employers began considering closing one of their stores. Thankfully, we were able to turn to one of the local Congressman who intervened on our behalf to negotiate with the employer to keep the store open. Had it not been for our close relationship with this member of Congress which, was aided by your political involvement, many of our hard working members would have undoubtedly lost their jobs. By voting, contributing to PAC, and attending various political events, you are helping to make a direct and positive impact on your own life.

Often work and family responsibilities keep us from being as involved as we would like. Yet, it is essential that we become even more politically active than we are currently in order to see further progress for America's working men and women. We can positively impact the future and ensure that our children are guaranteed the rights and protections we enjoy.

To learn more about how to be more politically active, speak to your Union Representative or contact Joe Fontano at (516) 294-1338 ext. 269.

The 2010 elections are going to be extremely important for the working men and women of New York. This year, we will be voting for candidates for offices on both the state and federal level. The easiest way to participate is by simply voting and contributing to Local 338's PAC fund. For more information speak to your Union or Service Representative. They can provide you with the simple form to register to vote and sign up for PAC.

It's important to make your voice heard in order to protect your rights. More importantly, it's easy to do!

The Rx Well Card, a new Local 338 benefit, provides you with discounts on prescription drugs at more than 58,000 participating pharmacies. This is a completely free program and will enable you to immediately save between 10 and 85% on the cost of most brand-name and generic drugs. Be sure to visit http://www.rxwellcard.com/ for information about locating pharmacies closest to you, as well as those that offer the lowest prices for your medication.

Also, please be aware that the Rx Well Card will not have ANY impact on your current Local 338 Prescription benefits. This is just an additional benefit for those who choose to take part in this program.

For more information please click here.
To participate in the program please click here.

Welcome to Local 338's Pink Store, here you can find items that we are selling for Making Strides Against Breast Cancer.  All proceeds will go directly to the American Cancer Society.  Simply, view the items you would like to purchase and mail in a check as directed on form.

Click Here to View the Items

Upcoming Events

Find out when Local 338 will be holding a membership meeting in your area. These meetings occur four times a year and will provide you with the most up-to-date information about the union and any upcoming events.

Click Here for the Information About the February Membership Area Meetings