Newsletters and bulletin boards. Chapters and large departments should regularly produce newsletters for the membership. Team members and stewards are responsible for the distribution of newsletters and the upkeep of CSEA bulletin boards. Both newsletters and bulletin boards should be lively, interesting and fun. Take the opportunity to use these communication vehicles to spotlight personalities.
People like to see their name or their friend's name in the paper.
If someone has a baby or celebrates a 25 th anniversary, post a notice or publish a photo. Newsletters can be used to publicize grievance victories and other union successes. Bulletin boards should be changed often. The fact that nonmembers receive the same pay and benefits as members is a persistent problem in unions where membership is not required. CSEA benefits has negotiated discounts with local merchants and amusement attractions and insurance which are available to union members only.