Spouses are also eligible to join and are encouraged to participate in retiree activities.
As with the local unions, chapters and sub-chapters elect their own officers, set their own priorities and establish their own budgets. The Retiree Council meets annually and elects it's own Chair, Vice-Chair and Secretary. Chapters are free to raise their dues above the minimum and many have done so in order to have additional resources for their activities. Retiree members also receive the Retiree Program's quarterly newsletter, PrimeTime . Several provide office space, legislative assistance and general support services to their group.