DC 37 POLITICAL ACTION

It’s primary season! There are several important races on the ballot this June, including: NYC Mayor, City Comptroller, Public Advocate, Borough President, District Attorney (Brooklyn and Manhattan), and City Council. We want to make sure you and your family have everything you need to make your voice heard at the polls. The NYC Primary Election is Tuesday, June 24, with an early voting period from June 14-22.

Register to Vote Today!

Are you and your family all set to vote? Register to vote or update your voter registration HERE.

To view a list of the current candidates endorsed by DC 37 for the June 24 Primary Election, please click HERE.

Ready to Ranked-Choice Vote?

The June Primary will utilize ranked choice voting (RCV) to determine who will take office for these important local races. In Ranked Choice Voting elections, you can now rank up to 5 of your favorite candidates for each office.

You can learn more about ranked choice voting HERE and fill out a practice ballot HERE.

Attend This Month’s Political Action Committee Meeting

Join us for our monthly Political Action Committee Meetings to find out more about what’s happening in City Hall and Albany. Meetings take place on the second Thursday of each month. This month’s meeting will be in-person at DC 37 Headquarters, where a special guest speaker from the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) will walk us through the process of ranked choice voting. 

Thursday, June 12 at 6 p.m. | To register, click HERE.

Join the Fight to Get Pro-Worker Candidates Elected – Support the DC 37 PEOPLE Program!

Under the new presidential administration, government jobs, safety net programs, and remote work options are under attack. We must support candidates who will fight against attempts to cut jobs and the advances we’ve secured. 

By joining the PEOPLE Program, our DC 37 political action fund, we can get leaders in office who will fight for workers’ rights over corporate greed. 

PEOPLE contributions are used to do Get Out the Vote campaigns, lobbying around member issues, supporting pro-worker candidates, and other important activities that we are restricted from using dues money to conduct.

Join PEOPLE HERE.

DC 37 FIELD OPERATIONS

Get Organized Town Halls

Join us for an important town hall meeting to talk about the Trump Administration’s attacks on the public services we provide, the laws that protect our health and safety at work, and our job security – even our freedom to join a union.

It’s our hard work – not billionaires and corporate greed – that makes our communities stronger. Learn how these actions will impact you and how we’ll fight back together.

Open to all DC 37 members. Register below:

Harlem: Thursday June 12, 6-8 p.m.: Harlem Hospital, 506 Lenox Ave. RSVP HERE

Staten Island: Tuesday June 17, 6-8 p.m.: New Dorp High School, 465 New Dorp Ln. RSVP HERE

TRANSIT BENEFIT UPDATES

The MTA is discontinuing Metro Cards and encouraging all users to switch to the OMNY contactless fare payment system. Employees of the City of New York, Department of Education, and NYC Housing Authority, who are currently participating in the tax-deferred transit benefit plan, should prepare to switch to OMNY. 

The last effective date for Annual Metro Card users is June 30, 2025, and the last effective date for Metro Card users who have a card mailed to their home is May 31, 2025.

If you use an EDENRED debit card to purchase your transportation benefits, there will be no change. You may choose to sign up for the OMNY card app on your phone. Please pay attention to messages in your payroll portal from EDENRED about this transition.

For more information, click HERE. H+H employees will receive a separate communication.

DC 37 LATINO HERITAGE COMMITTEE

The DC 37 Latino Heritage Committee invites you to march with your union in the 68th National Puerto Rican Day Parade. DC 37 members and retirees will march up Fifth Avenue in this annual celebration of the culture and contributions of Puerto Ricans. 

Capacity for participation is limited. Wristbands are required to enter the staging area in order to march in the parade. Please RSVP no later than Friday, June 6 to [email protected]. You may also attend the parade as a spectator and cheer on your union siblings! 

Sunday, June 8, at 11 a.m. | Fifth Avenue and 44th Street

DC 37 PRIDE DIVERSITY INTEREST GROUP

Celebrate Pride with PDIG!

You are cordially invited to PDIG’s first in-person pride celebration in DC 37’s new headquarters! Under the theme, “Pride in Labor,” we will honor the impact of Queer folks in the labor movement. All are encouraged to attend! You won’t want to miss it!

Friday, June 27, 6-9 p.m. | DC 37 Headquarters, 125 Barclay

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 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!

Wednesday, June 25, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | DC 37 Headquarters, 125 Barclay

Wednesday, June 25, 5-7 p.m. | DC 37 Headquarters, 125 Barclay

DC 37 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 Homebuyer 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, June 14 at 11 a.m. | Register HERE.

Saturday, June 28 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, June 12 at 6:00 p.m. | Register HERE.

Wells Fargo Homebuyers Webinar 

The DC 37 Municipal Employees Housing Program is pleased to offer a new homebuyers webinar led by mortgage lenders at Wells Fargo. Allow experienced lenders to answer your questions about mortgages and discuss which programs, like the Union Plus Mortgage Program, which provides an interest-free mortgage assistance loan or grant in the event you experience an unexpected loss of income, may be the best fit for your needs. Register today! 

Tuesday, June 24 at 6:30 p.m. | Register HERE.

DC 37 EDUCATION FUND

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. 

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 NON-PROFIT AND PRIVATE SECTOR

DC 37 Non-Profit and Private Sector Members represented by Locals 95, 205, 215, 253, and 389 are eligible for the following exciting education-related opportunities in 2025.

Workshops

• Violence Prevention and Intervention
• Monday, June 2 from 6-8 p.m.
• Dignity for All Students Act (DASA)
• Saturday, June 7 from 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
• Must stay for the whole training 
• NYS Mandated Reporter
• Monday, June 9 from 6-8 p.m.
• Composing Our Implicit Bias
• Wednesday, June 11 from 6-8 p.m.
• Continuing Teacher Leader Education (CTLE)
• Bullies are Created, not born – How to develop a safe and caring classroom community
• Thursday, June 12 from 5:30-8:30 p.m. 

You can register for these workshops by clicking HERE.

Classes and Prep Courses

• Violence Prevention and Intervention
• The new class begins in July and ends in December 2025. 
• Orientation is on June 4.
• This class meets every Tuesday and Thursday from 5:45-8:45 p.m.
• The cost of the class is $1,200, and scholarships are available.

Scholarship Opportunities

The Education Incentive Program (EIP) scholarship is awarded based on income and gives up to $2,500 per year for college courses and up to $1,250 for the CDA. This scholarship is available to classroom personnel pursuing early childhood education.

Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS)

Aches and pains? Getting connected with the world’s #1 in orthopedic care just got easier!

Scan this QR code or click this link to add HSS Care Concierge right to your phone contacts.

Contact HSS Care Concierge for DC 37 when you have: 

• A recommendation to consult an orthopedic or rheumatology specialist
• Back or joint pain 
• A sports or orthopedic injury 
• A need for physical therapy 

MSK DIRECT

Visit the MSK Direct site for more information on how to be sun smart this summer.

DC 37 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.