I’m back in the building now after a very relaxing two weeks off. I feel revitalized and ready to get back to it. There are a lot of subjects in this email, but I will keep it as brief as possible.
All Members
Our All Members meeting is scheduled for July 24th in the East/West Conference room. Lunch at 1230, meeting at 1. Agenda items: 2026 MOUs/schedules, Local Elections, Holiday Party idea pitch.
Local Elections
You should’ve all received the notice of elections and a nomination form in the mail. If you didn’t, please let us know, and we’ll get you set up. If you are interested in running or know someone who you think would be a good fit for a position on our local e-board, please fill out the nomination form and place it in the black lock box located on the wall outside the control room. Additional forms are available there too.
Timeline:
Nominations Due: 7/11 at noon
Nomination Acceptance Forms Due: 7/18 at noon
Campaign Period: 7/18-8/8
Ballots Mailed: 8/8
Ballots Due: 8/29 at noon
Cambridge Financial
Anthony Lee, a financial advisor who works in partnership with NATCA, will be visiting on Friday, July 25. This is a different service from the recent financial visitor who focused on life insurance. Anthony specializes in retirement planning and can provide you with projected retirement numbers, along with detailed, personalized information. This is an excellent opportunity to get valuable insight into your financial future. I’ll share the exact times as soon as they’re confirmed.
Pool Table
I’m working with the Employees’ Association to have the pool table relocated to the cafeteria, where it can be used freely without disrupting anyone’s recuperative break. I’ve also been advocating for the agency to replace the couches in that room for several years, but budget constraints have continually gotten in the way. I’ll continue to push for that upgrade.
T-shirt Raffle
I forgot to pull the names before I left on leave but June’s winners were Matt Dippe and Patrick Beerman. Don’t forget to wear your shirt on the 15th of every month for your chance to win a $25 gift card to Bigfoot Java, The Rock, or McLendon’s. (Next Tuesday is the 15th)
Member in Need
Please consider donating, ZOA NATCA is raising funds for one of their members and his family. Matt Prinzi, a developmental controller at Oakland Center since 2021 was recently diagnosed with stage 4 non-small cell lung cancer. Matt is having to travel to get specialized treatment, and the FAA denied a hardship transfer. ZOA NATCA is all in on grieving that and getting him closer to his life-saving treatment, but in the meantime, any little bit helps. He is also listed on the Voluntary Leave Transfer Program. Let me know if you’re interested in that; I can point you in the right direction.
CFS
Registration is now open for Communicating for Safety 2025, the aviation safety event of the year. HERE is the website for information. If you are interested and think you will be able to actually attend, please let us know PRIOR to purchasing tickets.
Timeline:
May 2: Registration Opens with Early Bird Pricing
July 23: Excused Absence List deadline
August 16: Archie League Banquet ticket price increase
August 16: Refunds will no longer be provided for registration fees or Archie League Banquet tickets.
August 16: Hotel rooms in NATCA’s room block are no longer guaranteed and are subject to availability.
September 15-17, 2025 – Communicating for Safety (CFS) 2025
If you've made it this far, thank you for taking the time to read to the end. Have a great week!
Amy