DC 37 POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE
We did it. We hit the streets and made calls to fellow members and pounded the pavement during a historic heatwave to get pro-labor candidates over the finish line on Primary Day. The results of our efforts are clear: the Green Machine is a force to be reckoned with.
Thank you to each of you who knocked on doors, phone banked, spoke to your friends and colleagues, and showed up to the polls to make your voice heard. Because of our collective efforts, DC 37-endorsed candidates won in more than 40 priority races.
DC 37 AT THE YANKEES
Join District Council 37 and the New York Yankees for a fun-filled day at Yankee Stadium!
Game Dates: August 25-27 against the Nationals and September 26-28 against the Orioles.
Each Ticket includes:
– An exclusive New York Yankees DC 37 Hat. Choose between a blue or green hat at checkout
– $15 New York Yankees Food & Beverage Voucher
The Yankees will send your tickets to the email address you use for purchase. Hat and voucher pickup instructions will also be provided via email prior to the event.
Buy your tickets HERE.
DC 37 MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES LEGAL SERVICES
Know Your Rights – Immigration Update
Are you worried about your immigration status? Are you confused about recent immigration changes and announcements? Have questions about your rights if you are stopped or questioned by immigration officials? DC 37 MELS, in partnership with the 32BJ Legal Services Fund and CUNY’s Citizenship Now!, presents Immigration and Your Rights: Stay Informed, Stay Protected.
Registration is required. The webinar will be hosted in English with Spanish translation available.
Wednesday, July 23 at 6 p.m. | Register HERE.
For more information on the free legal services the union provides, call the MELS Screening Unit at (212) 815-1111 or email[email protected].
DC 37 HEALTH & SECURITY PLAN
Health & Security Plan Benefit Fairs
The DC 37 Health & Security Plan invites you to attend an upcoming Health & Security Plan Benefit Fair in our new union headquarters. The monthly fairs are a great opportunity to learn more about your Health & Security benefits and the variety of resources available to you as a DC 37 member. All members are welcome to attend and take advantage of this event. We look forward to seeing you there!
Monday, July 28, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | DC 37 Headquarters, 125 Barclay
Wednesday, July 30, 2-4 p.m. | DC 37 Headquarters, 125 Barclay
DC MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES HOUSING PROGRAM
Increased Income Limits to the HomeFirst Program
Good news for DC 37 members who are looking to purchase their first home! The Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) is expanding the HomeFirst Down Payment Assistance program. Households with income levels up to 120% of the Household Area Median Income (AMI) will now be eligible for the program. If you have previously applied for HomeFirst and were denied based on income limits, you are encouraged to reapply!
Learn more about the new (AMI) requirements for your household by clicking HERE. For more information, contact the DC 37 Municipal Employees Housing Program at (212) 815-1814.
First-Time Homebuyers 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 virtual First-Time Homebuyer Workshops. 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, July 12 at 11 a.m. | Register HERE.
Saturday, July 26 at 11 a.m. | Register HERE.
MCU Homebuyers 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) Homebuyers Webinar 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, July 17 at 6 p.m. | Register HERE.
Wells Fargo Homebuyers Webinar
In the market for a new place to call home? The DC 37 Municipal Employees Housing Program is proud to present the Wells Fargo Homebuyers Webinar to answer your questions about mortgages and discuss which programs may be the right fit for you. You won’t want to miss this important webinar!
Thursday, July 22 at 6:30 p.m. | Register HERE.
DC 37 EDUCATION FUND
The Ed Fund is Accepting Applications for Summer and Fall Classes!
If you are looking to enroll in an Education Fund program, now is the time to submit an application. Space in many programs is limited! To apply for a course, view our list of programs by clicking HERE.
The DC 37 Green Jobs Training Program is Expanding!
The DC 37 Education Fund continues to accept interested applicants into its 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.
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.
Do you need your High School Equivalency Diploma (GED)?
The DC 37 Education Fund offers classes to prepare you to take and pass the New York State High School Equivalency Exam. Classes are offered in the Fall 2025 term online, hybrid and in-person. Information and applications can be found by clicking HERE.
Summer GED classes are offered through our partner at Kingsborough Community College. Classes start in July and end in August and are online only. The schedules and applications can be found by clicking HERE.
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 HERE.
DC 37 CLIMATE JUSTICE COMMITTEE
Are you passionate about climate change? Do you want to meet like-minded union siblings fighting for climate justice? DC 37 members and retirees are invited to join the next Climate Justice Committee Meeting. Make your voice heard and share ideas on how to support DC 37 and AFSCME in the creation of green union jobs and the struggle against climate change and its impacts.
Tuesday, July 8 at 6 p.m. | Contact Jon Forster, Co-Chair of the Climate Justice Committee, at [email protected]
CENTER FOR COMMUNITY ALTERNATIVES
The Summer Organizing Institute is an opportunity for formerly incarcerated people and families with incarcerated loved ones to learn the ins-and-outs of grassroots organizing, legislative advocacy, and campaign strategy as we build a collective movement to end mass incarceration. The virtual Institute will begin Saturday, July 26 and run weekly on Tuesday evenings from July 29-Aug. 26. All sessions will take place on Zoom. The course is offered free of charge.
Deadline July 7 | Apply HERE.
MSK DIRECT
Visit the MSK Direct site for more information on how to protect your skin this summer!
The union partners with Memorial Sloan Kettering to offer MSK Direct, a program that offers guided access to exceptional cancer care for all employees and their family members.
If you or a loved one is impacted by cancer and would like to explore the options at MSK, call DC 37’s dedicated phone number: (833) 786-3365 or visit mskcc.org/dc37.
Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS)
Got Joint Pain? HSS is here to help!
Joint pain can be complicated. Treating it means knowing which part of the joint is affected, what’s causing the pain, and a patient’s overall health.
HSS experts know about joints. It’s our specialty.
If you or a family member are experiencing joint, back, knee, or muscle pain, HSS can help. The HSS Perform team will connect you with in-network care at one of our convenient locations in New York, New Jersey, or Connecticut.
Connect with HSS TODAY:
Call: 212.606.1105
Email: [email protected]
Visit: HSS.edu/DC37
