NWSEO Convention News

44th Annual NWSEO National Convention News

October 8, 2019 pdf version

(October 8, 2019) Due to the National Elections results, the Southern Region and NCEP Region Chairs became vacant. The NWSEO National Council approved Chris Jacobson to become the new Southern Region Chair, with Rob Niemeyer continuing as Southern Region Vice Chair. Former NCEP Region Vice Chair Suru Saha became NCEP Region Chair, and the National Council approved Christa Jacobs to become the new NCEP Region Vice Chair. Congratulations to all.

NWSEO LUNCHEON
Guest Speaker Representative Cindy Axne (D) Des Moines Iowa
Speaker AOML Vice Steward Evan Forde
Dan Sobien presented Membership Awards to the following top recruiters:
Evan Forde, AOML Vice Steward
Brandon Dunstan, ER Steward WFO Raleigh, NC
Joe Maloney, SR Steward WFO Miami, FL
The March Madness Membership Drive brought in 70 new members and MVP and Steward Jim Andersen of Hanford, CA was recognized for his outstanding work in recruitment.
An Award of Excellence was given to CR Chair Jim Lee for his outstanding recruitment efforts. Jim has recruited & welcomed 8% of all NWSEO members!

Convention Keynote Speakers and Special Guests

U.S. Representative Ro Khanna (D-CA 17th District and national co-chair, Bernie Sanders campaign) spoke to NWSEO Members on behalf of Senator Bernie Sanders.

Link to video: Message to NWSEO Members from Senator Warren

Theresa Greenfield (Democrat), candidate for the U.S. Senate from Iowa and backed by unions throughout the state.

“Unions are essential to the fabric of our economy and lift up hardworking families across our state, and I’m honored to have their support. I’ll continue to be a vocal ally for union members as Iowa’s next Senator.”

Convention Banquet

Bill Hopkins and Suzanne Sims were recognized and honored for their retirement, years of service and dedication to the NWSEO family. Bill and Suzanne were made lifetime members by the convention. Barry Hirshorn was also made a lifetime member.

Congratulations to Mark Pellerito – Recipient of the NWSEO 2019 Kip Robinson Award
This annual NWSEO award is given in recognition of members volunteering their time and talents to make NWSEO a stronger union.

The Kip Robinson Award is named after a late lobbyist who worked diligently for NWSEO. Past winners include Chris Jacobson, Bill Proenza, Bill Hirt, John Stansfield, Barry Hirshorn, Chis Sisko, Delyne Kirkham, Steve Pritchett, Shannon White, David Marsalek, Steve Wannebo, Mitch MacDonald, John Werner, Jason B. Wright, JoAnn Becker, and Michael Dion.

Please forward your convention photos to Christy Fox at mediarelations@nwseo.org.

Congratulations all! Thanks for all you do for NWSEO.

-NWSEO-

Hotel Shuttle Information

The Hotel offers a shuttle service to and from the airport. The Hotel is ~5 miles away from the Airport. If people would like to use the Airport Shuttle, they need to call in advance.

Airport shuttle service, on request, complimentary

Mon-Sun: 04:30 AM - 11:00 PM

Shuttle Phone: +1 515 245-5500

Here is the Link: https://www.marriott.com/hotels/maps/travel/dsmia-des-moines-marriott-downtown/

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Rep. Cindy Axne and Theresa Greenfield
to Speak at NWSEO Convention

(September 24, 2019) In an effort to get national level political personalities to be familiar with NOAA and the NWS, the NWSEO invites local politicians to our convention. Last year Congressman Conner Lamb spoke at our convention and this year the Congressman has been an outspoken advocate for the agency. Cindy Axne and Theresa Greenfield have accepted our invitation to speak at the 2019 NWSEO National Convention in Des Moines, IA Saturday, October 5.

Cindy Axne (Democrat) is the Representative from Iowa's 3rd Congressional District in the U.S. House, which includes Des Moines. She serves on the House Agriculture and Financial Services Committee.
Axne was one of the first two women to win election to the U.S. House of Representatives from Iowa.
Prior to serving in the U.S. Congress, Axne worked for the Tribune Company and the Iowa state government and started a business with her husband.
Theresa Greenfield (Democrat) is a candidate for the U.S. Senate from Iowa and is backed by unions throughout the state.
“Unions are essential to the fabric of our economy and lift up hardworking families across our state, and I’m honored to have their support. I’ll continue to be a vocal ally for union members as Iowa’s next Senator.”–Theresa Greenfield

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2019 NATIONAL OFFICER NOMINATIONS

Dear NWSEO Members,

The 2019 NWSEO Elections for National Officers will take place at the NWSEO National Convention in Des Moines, IA on October 5, 2019. In order to familiarize all members with the experience, skills and knowledge that candidates for National Officer bring to this position, we have provided the opportunity for the candidates to submit a brief autobiography that is posted for you at the link: NWSEO Convention News - Candidates page. We hope you will visit this page often in the next few weeks to learn about the candidates. All candidates are listed under the type of nomination alphabetically by last name.

If you have any questions, please contact Executive Vice President, Bill Hopkins at execvice@nwseo.org. Thank you for your continued support of NWSEO.

Sincerely,
NWSEO Leadership

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Nominations are due in writing, certified or registered mail by September 21, 2019.

Daniel A. Sobien, National President
National Weather Service Employees Organization
601 Pennsylvania Ave., NW
South Building, Suite 900
Washington, DC 20004

On May 17, 2019 Christopher Shulz nominated Delyne Kirkham to serve as NWSEO Executive Vice President.

On May 21, 2019 Delyne Kirkham nominated Dan Sobien to serve as NWSEO President.
On May 21, 2019 Delyne Kirkham nominated JoAnn Becker to serve as NWSEO Executive Vice President.
On May 21, 2019 Delyne Kirkham nominated David Solano to serve as NWSEO Secretary-Treasurer.

On May 21, 2019 David Solano nominated Dan Sobien to serve as NWSEO President.
On May 21, 2019 David Solano nominated David Solano to serve as NWSEO Secretary-Treasurer.

On May 23, 2019 Wayne Weeks nominated Delyne Kirkham to serve as NWSEO Executive Vice-President.

On May 24, 2019 Bill Hopkins nominated JoAnn Becker to serve as NWSEO Executive Vice President.

On May 25, 2019 David Solano nominated John Werner to serve as NWSEO Executive Vice President.

On May 29, 2019 Suranjana Saha nominated JoAnn Becker to serve as NWSEO Executive Vice President.

On June 1, 2019 Chris Jacobson nominated John Werner to serve as NWSEO Executive Vice President.
On June 1, 2019 Chris Jacobson nominated David Solano to serve as NWSEO Secretary-Treasurer.

On June 3, 2019 Suzanne Sims nominated Dan Sobien to serve as NWSEO President.
On June 3, 2019 Suzanne Sims nominated John Werner to serve as NWSEO Executive Vice President.

On June 10, 2019 Dan Sobien nominated Delyne Kirkham to serve as NWSEO Executive Vice President.
On June 10, 2019 Dan Sobien nominated David Solano to serve as NWSEO Secretary/Treasurer.
On June 10, 2019 Dan Sobien nominated JoAnn Becker to serve as NWSEO Secretary/Treasurer.

On June 19, 2019 Jim Lee nominated John Werner to serve as NWSEO Executive Vice President.

On July 8, 2019 Gerald Claycomb nominated Delyne Kirkham to serve as NWSEO Executive Vice President.

On September 21, 2019 Hugh Sharkey nominated John Werner to serve as NWSEO President.

Note: John Werner has withdrawn his nomination for NWSEO Executive Vice President as of 9/24/2019.
Note: JoAnn Becker has withdrawn her nomination for NWSEO Secretary/Treasurer as of 9/26/2019.

Delegate Reports for October 4, 2019

Below are the Delegate Reports as of October 4, 2019 for each region.

AOC Region Delegate Report
AOML Region Delegate Report
NESDIS Region Delegate Report
NAG Region Delegate Report
NCEP Region Delegate Report
HQ Region Delegate Report
ALASKA Region Delegate Report
PACIFIC Region Delegate Report
WESTERN Region Delegate Report
SOUTHERN Region Delegate Report
CENTRAL Region Delegate Report
EASTERN Region Delegate Report

Delegate Reports for September 28, 2019

Below are the Delegate Reports as of September 28, 2019 for each region.

Delegate Reports for September 9, 2019

Below are the Delegate Reports as of September 9, 2019 for each region.

Delegate Reports for August 19, 2019

Below are the Delegate Reports as of August 19, 2019 for each region.

Delegate Reports for August 2, 2019

Below are the Delegate Reports as of August 2, 2019 for each region.

2019 NWSEO OFFICIAL ELECTION LETTER
Mailed May 3, 2019

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NWSEO Convention News

(May 14, 2019) Please review the following important information with an updated LINK below for you to reserve your room now for the 44th Annual NWSEO National Convention in Des Moines, IA on October 5 – 6, 2019.
Hotel Reservations: If you plan to attend the convention, you are responsible for making your hotel reservations. NWSEO has successfully negotiated the room rate based on the Fiscal Year 2020 per diem rate (plus taxes). The Fiscal Year 2019 per diem rate for Des Moines is currently $108. Room reservations must be made by September 13, 2019.

Hotel Reservations can be made by individual attendees directly with Marriott Reservations at 1 (800) 228-9290 or (515) 245-5500 or using the link:

Click Here to Book your Group Rate for National Weather Service Employees Organization

Please mention that you are a NWSEO member and attending the convention in order to get the negotiated room rate. If you have any questions, email membership@nwseo.org. Thank you.

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2019 NWSEO Election Letter Is In the Mail! See PDF Link Above for Full Election Letter

May 4, 2019 Four Winds print copy

(May 4, 2019) The 2019 Election Letter is in the mail to NWSEO members. As an added convenience, we are posting the letter at Convention News/2019_Convention_Election_Letter.php. The Elections Letter details the procedures to nominate NWSEO members for NWSEO branch office positions and to participate in elections. Local office elections include the positions: Branch Steward and Vice Steward, Delegate and Alternate Delegate.

Information on the 44th Annual NWSEO National Convention is also included in the Elections Letter. All NWSEO members are invited to attend the NWSEO Convention at the award-winning Des Moines Marriott Downtown on October 5 - 6 (Saturday - Sunday event). The Des Moines Marriott is located at 700 Grand Avenue, Des Moines, IA, 50309. Set in the vibrant downtown business district, the Des Moines Marriott Downtown places you near the DSM Airport and offers a complimentary roundtrip shuttle.

The annual National Convention is the governing body of NWSEO. It is also a time to learn in depth about NWSEO’s work and accomplishments. You’ll hear about upcoming events, strategies and opportunities. This is also a great opportunity to network with other professionals throughout the country. Many NWSEO members return to the event every year.

Hotel Reservations: If you plan to attend the convention, you are responsible for making your hotel reservations. NWSEO has successfully negotiated the room rate based on the Fiscal Year 2020 per diem rate (plus taxes). The Fiscal Year 2019 per diem rate for Des Moines is currently $108. Room reservations must be made by September 13, 2019.
Hotel Reservations can be made by individual attendees directly with Marriott Reservations at 1 (800) 228-9290 or (515) 245-5500 or using the link:
Book your group rate for National Weather Service. Please mention that you are a NWSEO member and attending the convention in order to get the negotiated room rate.

DELEGATE INCENTIVE
Any convention delegate who is certified as representing a minimum of 25 percent of the Region’s total available delegate votes, from at least two branches from Regions that have more than one branch, is eligible for the Convention Delegate Incentive. NWSEO will reimburse reasonable airfare*, 2-nights lodging at the Des Moines Marriott Downtown, and approved group meals for attendance at the 2019 NWSEO Convention. The 25 percent threshold will be based on the certified 2018 total votes for each respective region.

RECRUITMENT INCENTIVE
For any NWSEO member who recruits two or more new members to join NWSEO using the Form 1187 for payroll deduction (not by credit card) from August 1, 2018 to July 31, 2019, NWSEO will provide reasonable airfare, 3 nights lodging, and approved group meals for the 2019 NWSEO Convention at the Marriott Downtown, Des Moines, IA on October 5 and 6. The name of the recruiter must be on the submitted 1187 in order for them to receive recruitment credit.

* In order for airfare to be reimbursed, you must be able to provide documentation that it is the lowest available rate, purchased at least 21 days before the convention, unless approved otherwise. Printed copies of airfares from Expedia or other travel sites may serve as documentation.

Recruitment is important this year, as NWSEO works to negotiate the new Collective Bargaining Agreement which will shape the future of the NWS. We need to increase membership to keep our organization strong. The NWSEO Recruitment page includes a wealth of information and speaking points to help with recruitment efforts.

NWSEO will keep you informed about convention plans in the coming months. Updates will be available on http://nwseo.org/convention.php. We hope to see you at the convention!

-NWSEO-

2019 NWSEO Elections Preparations Underway -
Address Updates Requested

April 19, 2019 print copy

(April 19, 2019) NWSEO is preparing to mail the 2019 Notice of Convention & Elections Letter to all of our members this month. If you have moved in the past two years, please send your new home address to NWSEO Membership Director Christy Fox at membership@nwseo.org by Wednesday, April 24 to ensure that you receive your letter.

The elections letter details the procedures to nominate and participate in local and national elections for NWSEO.

Information for the 2019 National Convention is included in the elections letter. All NWSEO members are invited to attend the convention. The 44th Annual NWSEO National Convention will take place on Saturday-Sunday, October 5-6, 2019 at the Des Moines Marriott Downtown, Iowa.

Any NWSEO member who recruits two or more new members to join NWSEO using the 1187 form for payroll deduction (not by credit card) from August 1, 2018 to July 31, 2019, NWSEO will provide airfare (within reason), 3-nights lodging, and group meals for the 2019 NWSEO National Convention.

Updated information on preparations for the NWSEO Convention and elections will be posted on http://nwseo.org/convention.php over the next few months.

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