The UTU International is conducting a treasurers' workshop and CSXT direct-receipt-of-dues training session Nov. 6-7, 2008, in Philadelphia, Pa.
Those interested in attending the session should contact the office of the general secretary and treasurer for further details. Call (216) 228-9400, or e-mail Executive Assistant Nancy Miller at n_miller@utu.org.
The workshop will be held at the Comfort Inn Philadelphia International Airport, 53 Industrial Highway, in Essington, Pa. The rate is $89 per night and includes a complimentary breakfast. The hotel's telephone number is (610) 521-9800.
Local treasurers are responsible for making their own room reservations. When making your room reservation, identify yourself as being with the UTU. Because room availability is limited, reservations should me made as soon as possible.
The Comfort Inn also provides complimentary shuttle service both to and from the airport, which is approximately three miles from the hotel.
The three-day workshop includes all training and materials at no cost to local treasurers. Local treasurers are responsible for the travel, hotel and meal expenses.
Expenses connected with your attendance may be reimbursable, if pre-approved at a local meeting, as an allowable expense of the local.
Treasurers interested in attending should contact Nancy Miller as listed above as soon as possible.
Training sessions will be conducted by UTU International Auditor Stephen Noyes.
Be sure to bring your notebook computer and a USB flash-drive, Noyes said.