Union Membership 
This webpage contains internal Union business only, and must be read on personal/non-work time (such as breaks, lunch, before/after work).  This page has information about 1) how to join the Union, 2) the Union Bylaws, and 3) benefits available to dues-paying Union members.  
 
 How to join Local 1998 
 
 Standard Form 1187 - Request For Payroll Deductions For Labor Organization Dues
 

 In order to become a dues-paying member of NFFE Local 1998, it is necessary for you to complete the SF-1187.  

 How to complete the SF-1187:

  • Fill in your full legal name
  • Fill in your SSN - this is necessary in order for dues to be deducted
  • Leave the timekeeper information blank, unless you know it
  • Use your normal mailing address
  • It is acceptable to put "CA/PPT/SE" or "CA/PPT/MM" or whatever your office code is

 Section A

  • The name of our labor organization is "National Federation of Federal Employee, Local 1998" - you can put "NFFE Local 1998"
  • The current dues (as of January 1, 2008) are $20.49 per biweekly pay period (strike out "calendar month)
  • The "authorized official" is the Secretary-Treasurer or President of Local 1998

 Section B

  • Fill in "NFFE Local 1998" a second time

  • Sign and date the form

  • You can ask your Union rep to mail the form for you or you can mail it yourself to: 

NFFE Local 1998 
PO Box 2221 
Seattle, WA 98111-2221 

  • Do not use government envelopes or postage to mail the form

  • The Union Secretary-Treasurer of President will then sign in the "authorized official" block and send it to Personnel/Payroll

  • If your dues do not start being deducted within 2 pay periods, contact the Secretary-Treasurer

 

 Local 1998 Bylaws
The rules and procedures governing the operations and organization of NFFE Local 1998 are found in our Bylaws.  They must conform to the NFFE National Bylaws and the IAMAW Constitution.
  • NFFE Local 1998 Bylaws - These are our current Bylaws.  They were approved by the members in December 2004 and, after being reviewed (with only minor alterations) and approved by the IAMAW, they went into effect on April 1, 2005. 
  • NFFE National Bylaws - The rules governing our national organization.
  • Proposed Local 1998 Bylaws - These are the proposed bylaws that were voted on by the membership in December 2004.
  • Former Local 1998 Bylaws - These are the former bylaws. They are outdated and must be revised in order to be in compliance with NFFE National and the IAMAW.
  • Model Bylaws - An example of what the local bylaws should look like, these were used to help formulate our next edition. 
 Union Benefits
Mortgage Financing 
Chase Mortgage Financing on home mortgages, including re-financing.   Call Joseph Girolamo at 508-872-2680 or email him at joe.girolamo@chase.com 

Health

NFFE Dental The latest NFFE benefit!  Dental insurance options, including orthodontics.   Call 541-484-2781, email mailto:nwpa@nffedental.com, or click on web link
Dental Indemnity USA Allows you to use any dentist of your choice. An orthodontics program for youths is offered. Call NFFE National: 202-216-4420
ASA Discounts on mail-order pharmaceutical and vitamins, prescription glasses and contacts, vacations, condominium rentals, chiropractic services, and more! Call 1-800-429-2ASA
Vision Service Plan Vision service benefits, either as a stand alone product or combined with dental benefits.   Call 541-484-2781, email mailto:nwpa@nffedental.com, or click on web link

Car/Travel/Vacation
GEICO Preferred Auto Insurance: receive an 8% discount, or more. Includes flexible coverage and 24-hour service. Call 1-800-368-2734
Make sure you tell the representative that you are a member of the National Federation of Federal Employees (NFFE)!

Hertz Auto Rental Discount

  Call NFFE National: 202-216-4420

Education
Wolkomir Scholarship Fund Program Call NFFE National: 202-216-4420
Union Member Scholarships Offered via the AFL-CIO’s Union Plus website

Other      
Apple Computer If you use Apple products this is a benefit you can't pass up! Apple is offering you, as a NFFE member, big savings on your next Apple purchase.   See how much you can save here: www.apple.com/federal/
Or call 1-800-MY-APPLE.  Identify yourself as a "NFFE member, and government employee."
MBNA Credit Card Special Low APR Rates – Regular or Gold Option.   Call NFFE National: 202-216-4420
Merrill Lynch Enhance your personal and retirement savings.   Call 1-888-MLSAVES Ext: NFFE
Union Logo Items Lanyards, keychains, pens, pins, canvas briefbag, and vinyl portfolio with the NFFE seal

 

  Call Jai Atkins: 202-216-4425 or email jatkins@nffe.org
 

Other Union Benefits
NFFE Benefits Page The official benefits page for NFFE National.     
AFL-CIO Benefits Page Union Plus website – “brought to you by Union Privilege, established by the AFL-CIO”