NEWS
(Updated:7/2/09)

NEW DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE TO SCOA MEMBERS
BJ’s Wholesale ClubSpecial Membership Offer

BJ’s Wholesale Club is offering a special membership to SCOA members, family and friends. This membership includes:

1. Getting $10.00 off their $45.00 Inner Circle and $80.00    Rewards Plan. (plus applicable taxes)
2. FREE (3) months added to your annual membership for a total of 15 months.
3. FREE second household membership card.
   

This special offer is not available online or at any BJ’s Club location!!!!!

This offer is accepted at all BJ’s locations, including those outside New York State.

To take advantage of this special offer, please click for the application and information fliers.  Please submit completed applications along with payment to the union office ATTN: Dave Gregson.  Applications can also be obtained by calling the union office.  Processing time takes approximately four weeks.

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More New Discounts Available To SCOA Members

Town Sports International “Get Fit” Program

Town Sports International is offering to all New York State employees special pricing for their “Get Fit” program.  To enroll in  this program, employees can:

Join by dialing 1-800-611-9833.

Pay a discounted rate of $52.00 per month for passport privileges to all 141 clubs. (mandatory 1 year commitment)

Pay a one time processing fee of $59.00.

Sign a membership agreement and provide a copy of your work ID.

Receive a complimentary session with a personal trainer.

This corporate rate is ongoing with no time limit to join.  This program is offered to spouses, life partners, and children over the age of 18.  TSI will convert any existing SCOA employee to the corporate rate provided they are not currently contractually obligated to TSI already.  Family members are not eligible to convert.  Please let one of the fitness instructors know which agency you are calling from.  This rate can only be accessed by calling the dedicated toll free number above.

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Eighth Annual Golf Tournament 

On Thursday, September 3, 2009, friends and supporters of the SCOA will be gathering at the Lido Golf Club in Lido Beach, Long Island for our 8th annual golf tournament.  The proceeds from this daylong event will donated to our scholarship and widow and children’s funds.  We hope you will be able to join us for a day of fun and fellowship……all for a good cause.

Last year’s golf outing was a tremendous success thanks to all our friends and supporters.  We are looking forward to another wonderful and successful day.

All inquiries regarding participation and/or sponsorship should be directed to John Strandberg at the union office.

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Police Week 2009

Retiree ID Cards

PEC

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Benefits For Veterans And Dependents

There is a listing of phone numbers and web sites provided by the Department of Veteran Affairs offering benefits and services to veterans and their dependents. Please click here to view these listings.  For more information, please call the New York State Department of Veterans’ Affairs at 518-626-5680.

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New SCOA Benefits

SCOA Home Loan Program

AAA Hearing Aids & Services, Inc.

For a full listing of benefits, click here.

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The New York State Court Officers Association and the New York State Supreme Court Officers Association are proud to announce the formation of a new athletic program. The program is being formed with an eye on competing in the 2009 World Police & Fire Games to be held in British Columbia, Canada and the 2011 Games to be held right here in NYC. For more info and sponsorship form, click here.

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Empire Plan Prescription Drug Program

As you may be aware, United Healthcare began administering the Empire Plan Prescription Drug Program effective January 1, 2008. They have partnered with Medco Health Solutions, Inc. to provide pharmaceutical services. It has come to our attention that some members are having difficulty when utilizing this benefit.

In December of 2007, and again in January of this year, the Department of Civil Service sent information to Empire Plan participants that addressed this change and gave some practical advice for accessing this benefit. Enclosed is a copy of the Empire Plan Report issued in December 2007 outlining the change.

Employees should pay particular attention to the last page, under the caption, "Your First Visit to a Participating Pharmacy after January 1, 2008", which identifies the Rx Group number and Bank Identication Number (BIN) needed to fill prescriptions.

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New Jersey's Policy On HR 2-18

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CARE FOR OUR TROOPS

Sgt. Frank Arce of Bronx Supreme Court is collecting items to send care packages to our Military Troops. If you have a friend or loved one serving in the military and wish to include them on the list or just wish to donate items, please contact Sgt. Arce at 718-618-1850. Please refer to the wish list to view items that can be shipped overseas. Thank you very much for any support that you can lend.