member benefits
DISCOUNT MOVIE TICKETS
CWA Local 1031 members have the opportunity to purchase movie tickets through the Local office at a discounted rate to all AMC Theaters and Regal Entertainment Group theaters.
Requests for movie tickets can be sent to the Local office along with a check or money order and a postage paid, self-addressed envelope. Please be sure to indicate which theater you would like tickets from. Please allow two to four weeks for processing. There is a limit of ten tickets per month per member. See below for pricing and ticket details.
AMC Theaters
Silver Ticket - $4.00 per ticket
 | Redeemable for one admission at all AMC/Loews Theaters |
| Ticket is valid anytime after the first ten days of a motion picture’s release |
| NO EXPIRATION |
| One dollar ($1.00) surcharge if presented at any AMC/Loews Manhattan Theater |
Regal Entertainment Group
VIP Super Saver Movie Ticket - $4.00 per ticket
| Reedeemable for one admission at all Regal Entertainment Group Locations (Regal Cinemas, United Artist Theaters, Edwards Theaters). |
| Not valid during the first ten days of selected new release films, special engagements or "no pass" movies. $1.50 UPGRADE FEE MAY BE PAID AT BOX OFFICE FOR ADMISSIONS TO RESTRICTED FILMS! |
| NO EXPIRATION!!! |
| $2.50 surcharge applies if reedemed at any Manhattan, NY location or for any IMAX/GIANT screen feature. |
Premiere "UNRESTRICTED" Super Saver Ticket - $5.00 per ticket
| Reedeemable for one admission at all Regal Entertainment Group Locations (Regal Cinemas, United Artist Theaters, Edwards Theaters). |
| NO EXPIRATION!!! |
| $1.50 surcharge applies if reedemed at any Manhattan, NY location or for any IMAX/GIANT screen feature. |
Loews Cineplex Theaters – The Ultimate Passport Movie
Ticket *no longer
available - now sold only as AMC - the silver ticket (see above). Any previously
purchased Loews tickets WILL still be honored*
STS TIRE AND AUTO CENTER
SERVICEGARD PROGRAM
Local 1031 is pleased to provide the STS ServiceGard program through STS Tire and Auto Center.
CWA Members are privileged to special discount pricing on services provided at all STS Tire and Auto Center locations. For a complete listing of STS stores, log onto www.ststire.com.
For a complete listing of services CLICK HERE
When you go to your local STS you will need your CWA membership card and CWA Local 1031’s STS ServiceGard account number. You can contact the Local for the ServiceGard number
DOUGLAS J. FLEISHER
ATTORNEY AT LAW
1919 KENNEDY BOULEVARD
NORTH BERGEN, NJ 07047
TELEPHONE: 201-617-5777
FAX: 201-617-9077
Specializing in Workers' Compensation
*accidents
*malpractice
*social security
*landlord/tenant
*real estate (closings)
*juvenile matters
*divorce and family matters
*immigration
*criminal charges
If they cannot handle your problem, they will help you find a lawyer who will!!
NEED A PLUMBER ?
JET STREAM PLUS PLUMBING AND HEATING
10% DISCOUNT TO ALL CWA MEMBERS
Free Estimates • Repairs • Installations • Alterations • Fully Insured and Bonded
Satisfaction Guaranteed
Jet Stream Plus Plumbing and Heating
Michael O'Halloran
Member of Local 9/Plumbers-Pipefitters-HVAC/R-Technicians
LIC #8905
298 Smithburg Road
Manalapan, NJ 07726
732-786-9655
732-786-9656 (fax)
Serving Middlesex, Monmouth and Ocean Counties
CWA LOCAL 1031 MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS
Benefits of being a CWA Local 1031 Full Member:
| Full members can vote in the election of Local Officers |
| Full members can petition to become shop stewards |
| Full members can participate in the development of bargaining demands |
| Full members can participate in strike votes |
| Full members receive the Lamp – the newsletter of CWA Local 1031 |
| Full members can vote on whether or not to ratify a tentative contract agreement |
| Full members have a voice in the official business of the Union |
| Full members can attend Local 1031 functions such as the Unity Dinner Dance and Holiday luncheons |
| Full members are entitled to various savings and discounts |
Savings through Union Privilege
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A Union endorsed credit card that saves you money over other cards Call 1-800-522-4000
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Secured Credit Card |
A special credit card available to help establish credit Call 1-800-622-2580 |
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First time home buyers program and assistance from mortgage counselors Call 1-800-848-6466 |
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Low-rate personal and home equity loans with affordable monthly payments, open to credit-qualified members Call 1-888-235-2759 |
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Savings and discounts on prescriptions and vision care call 1-800-228-3523 |
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Dental and Vision Care |
Access to network of more than 11,000 dental offices with savings on routine oral exams, teeth cleaning and other dental services. Low $49.95 annual fee. Call 1-800-257-8352 |
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Savings on daily and weekend car rentals. Call the following numbers and give the accompanying ID number: AVIS (800) 698-5685 AWD# B723700 and Budget (800) 455-2848 BCD# V816100 |
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National Ear Care Plan |
Savings on hearing tests, hearing aids, and hearing care. Call (800) 766-3363 |
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Save 15% when you send flowers Call (888) 667-7779 |
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Checks and address labels featuring your union logo Call (888) 864-6625 |
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Interstate moves with union members benefits Call (800) 524-5533 |
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Term insurance at low group rates and premium waiver during layoffs Call (800)-899-2782 |
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Provides information about loans, scholarships, how to select a school, prepare for college entry tests and much more. Visit www.unionplus.org or call (877) 881-1022. |
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National Labor College Scholarship |
For working adults who want to pursue a Bachelor of Arts degree while continuing their trade union work. For more details, call 301-431-5404 |
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Free and discounted legal assistance. Program benefits include a free consultation up to 30 minutes, and a 30% discount on legal services. Visit www.unionplus.org to search for an attorney online or call (888) 993-8886 for a referral by phone. |
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Low rates and many discounts for good driving and safety devices. Customer service available 24 hours a day. For comparison quotes, go to www.unionplus.org or call 800-294-9496 to apply. Select your state and get an auto insurance quote here. |
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Special leisure rate at the Hotel Royal Plaza in the Walt Disney World Resort. Call (800) 248-7890 |
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For only $11, get your credit score, credit report and suggestions for improving your score. Visit www.unionplus.org |
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Discount travel packages to worldwide destinations. Open to union members, retirees and their families. |
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Hotel
Discount Program |
We have new hotel deals in Phoenix, Palm Springs, Atlantic City and Hollywood, FL. Support your fellow union workers and visit one of the popular vacation spots where we've secured reasonable Union Plus rates at union hotels. Check out the hotels and rates here.
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IBM
Discount Program |
Receive a 10% union discount on selected products purchased through IBM. The discount is off the retail pricing on the IBM Web site or the price quoted by sales reps to non-program callers. call 1-800-426-7235 ext. 6250. |
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Dell
Computer Discount Program
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The Union Plus Computers & Tech
Program, in conjunction with Dell, now offers a 5-10% discount
exclusively for union members on selected products purchased
through Dell. The
discount prices are listed online or quoted
by sales reps by calling 1-800-934-1652. When ordering online and over the
phone, you must reference code: PS16626766. |
Ever heard of "phishing"? "Phishing" is an email scam where the sender forges an email to look as if it's coming from a legitimate company or financial institution. These fraudulent emails often request personal or account information. Read more about protecting yourself at the Union Plus Credit Card security page: https://www.unionpluscard.com/up/CustomerCare?cmd_Redirect=FaqSecurity
SCHOLARSHIPS
CWA Local 1031 members and their immediate families may apply for any of the following scholarships:
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CWA Local 1031 Scholarships |
Twelve ($500) scholarships and two dependent care grants will be awarded at the Statewide Meeting in Monmouth Junction. Each branch will have an opportunity to win a scholarship. Quakerbridge, Thomas Edison and Maplewood Twp. will be considered a branch for these purposes. Applications can be provided through Local office (official rules located in Lamp) |
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Joe Beirne Foundation Scholarship |
$3,000 scholarships are awarded in attempts to support the efforts of the Communications Workers of America in social improvement, education and charitable programs. For more information or to download an application, go to http://www.cwa-union.org/members/beirne/. Deadline for applications is March 31, 2007. |
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Union Plus Credit Card Scholarship Program |
Since 1992, the Union Plus Scholarship Program has awarded more than $2 million to students of working families who want to begin or continue their secondary education. Over 1,300 families have benefited from our commitment to higher education. The Union Plus Scholarship Program is offered through the Union Plus Education Foundation. For more information or to download an application, please visit their website at ~ http://www.unionplus.org/benefits/education/scholarships/ Deadline for applications is January 31, 2007. |
| Essex County Labor Scholarship | Nine scholarships (five $500 and four $250) are being awarded this year. CWA Local 1031 is affiliated with the Essex-West Hudson Central Labor Council. All members and/or any members' spouse or child is eligible for this scholarship. For more information or to receive an application, please contact the Local office. Application deadline is April 20, 2007. |
ENTERTAINMENT DISCOUNTS
Coupons available for the following:
· Peddler’s Village
· Gold Star Directory
· Dorney Park
· Hit Show Club tickets
ANHEUSER-BUSCH ADVENTURE PARKS SPECIAL OFFERS
CWA Local 1031 now offers discount savings through The Anheuser-Busch Adventure Parks. Participating parks include SeaWorld Orlando, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, Busch Gardens Williamsburg, Sesame Place, Adventure Island, Water Country USA and others!
Just print out the offer below! Prices subject to change without notice. One coupon is good for your entire group (limit 6). Not valid with any other discounts, special events, special pricing or Passport purchase. Not for sale.
Click here for a Great offer from PNC Bank
Lincoln Investment Planning, Inc.
Click here for information on Financial Planning Services
FAMILY FUN
We have a new Union Plus Memory Card game, an online quiz and e-cards available for you and your members. Consider linking to these items from your site. Try sending an e-card to your members to remind them about
the Union Plus benefits they can access. Click the
following link for the "family fun" section.
Family Fun
IT DOESN'T COST TO JOIN THE UNION, IT PAYS!!!!!