October 30th, 2008 by Bryan Thompson
Michael J. Astrue, Commissioner of Social Security, on 27 October announced the national rollout of the agency’s Compassionate Allowances initiative, a way to expedite the processing of disability claims for applicants whose medical conditions are so severe that their conditions obviously meet Social Security’s standards. Compassionate Allowances is the second piece of the agency’s two-track, fast-track system for certain disability claims. When combined with the agency’s Quick Disability Determination process, and once fully implemented, this two-track system could result in six to nine percent of disability claims, the cases for as much as a quarter million people, being decided in an average of six to eight days.
Please see the attachment for details.
October 30th, 2008 by Bryan Thompson
AN ELECTRONIC MESSAGE FROM YOUR MIDWEST CITY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
The Oklahoma County Election Board is accepting Absentee votes for Tuesday’s General Election.
You must go IN PERSON to their office located at 4201 N. Lincoln Blvd. to vote early.
Absentee voting is available ONLY:
- Friday, October 31st 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
- Saturday, November 1st 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
- Monday, November 3rd 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
October 25th, 2008 by Bryan Thompson
Here is our AFSA International weekly newsletter.
Secretary Donley was sworn in, Gen Schwartz went to the sandbox, CMSgt Etchberger’s AF Cross was upgraded to a Medal of Honor, a new site in Alabama has been dedicated to the memory of the Tuskegee Airmen, you are allowed to salute the flag when not in uniform now, there are some new bankruptcy protections for ANG and AFR members, and Golden Corral is having their annual military appreciation dinner on Nov 17.
You will find all of these topics in this AFSA Newsletter.
Enjoy!
October 22nd, 2008 by Bryan Thompson
Here is some TRICARE and Medicare information for our retiree members and those approaching age 65. Thank you to Intl VP Mike Carton for passing it along.
Oct. 22, 2008
Tricare, Medicare work together for eligible beneficiaries
FALLS CHURCH, Va. (AFRNS) — Tricare officials want beneficiaries who receive a disability check to ensure they are getting the Tricare coverage they are entitled to receive. [Read more →]
October 22nd, 2008 by Bryan Thompson
Retirees, here is information about your COLA increase for 2009, which goes into effect on 1 December 2008.
2009 COLA for Retired Pay
Each year military retirement pay is adjusted to meet the increased cost of living. This Cost-of-Living-Adjustment (COLA) varies from year to year based on the previous year’s Consumer Price Index (CPI). [Read more →]
October 21st, 2008 by Bryan Thompson
Here are some interesting Air Force demographics. [Read more →]
October 18th, 2008 by Bryan Thompson
Chapter members, here is yesterday’s (17 October’s) AFSA newsletter. You’ll be able to read a list of many benefits included in the 2009 NDAA as well as a number of subjects for our entire Air Force family. Also, at the very bottom you will find some discount offers from popular retailers.
Thank you for becoming and remaining a member of the AFSA. Your membership has a direct impact on everything you see in these newsletters and cannot be replaced.
October 18th, 2008 by Bryan Thompson
As many of you know, the chapter’s fundraising efforts for the year take place between Thanksgiving and Christmas in the form of gift wrapping at the Tinker AFB BX. This year is no different and the planning efforts are in full gear, being led by SSgt Tasha Klotzman and SSgt Tiffany Gordon. December will be very busy and we need many more volunteers to fill the available 3-hour time slots. Please review the volunteer list on our website and contact Tasha or Tiffany to volunteer for the times that are open. Without the volunteer efforts of chapter members and supporters we would be unable
to sponsor so many of the programs throughout the year. When selecting a time slot, please keep in mind that uniforms, including PT gear, are not allowed while wrapping gifts. Also, make sure your supervisor knows when you’re working so you can receive recognition for your efforts. Bring along
a family member or friend and get credit for all the efforts you are responsible for! Thank you for your support and volunteer spirit that keeps our chapter strong, and of course thank you for becoming and remaining a member of AFSA!
October 16th, 2008 by Bryan Thompson
Is it too late to vote?
Take a look at the attachment (below) to find out. Voting in the primary election is very important for everyone. If you don’t vote, you can’t complain! I read a quote on Monday that states that very nicely: “If you have time to whine about it, you had time to do something about it”. I apologize for not being able to attribute that to the correct author.
Registration Deadlines and Other Information
October 13th, 2008 by Bryan Thompson
Members, below is an e-mail from our International President, Doc Mc Causlin regarding some HOT issues on Capitol Hill. The key take-away is that Doc is fighting for our benefits and has the respect of members of Congress. The best thing we can do to support his efforts and the efforts of our lobbyists is to keep our memberships current and convince our friends and coworkers to join.
I hope your Columbus Day was a good one, and I hope your Legislative Awareness week is productive and safe.
Subject: Pres Doc sends re: Support in Congress [Read more →]
