11.12.19 – Rumor Control
Tuesday, November 12, 2019
Rumor: Did I just read that we are getting a dues increase?
Fact: No. The APFA National President provided a financial update in her November 11th, 2019 hotline. Unlike most other unions who can institute a dues increase at will, your APFA Constitution requires a referendum be sent to the membership for a vote. It’s up to you.
Here’s the actual language in our Constitution:
ARTICLE IV FINANCES Section 1. DUES AND ASSESSMENTS:
E. The Board of Directors may conduct an annual review of the dues structure of the Association to determine if the structure should be revised, provided that no increase in dues shall be put into effect unless ratified by an affirmative vote by a majority of those active members in good standing who return valid ballots.