Sisters, Brothers and Siblings: I am honored to run for President of our Local with one clear purpose: to rebuild trust, restore accountability, and bring strength back to our union. Many of us have felt disconnected from the decisions being made, and frustration with how our finances have been handled is understandable. That needs to change, and together, we will make it happen. When elected, I will focus on: 

• Financial Accountability and Transparency: I will call for a full independent review of our finances and ensure every report is shared with the membership. Every dollar of our dues deserves respect and responsibility. 

• Restoration of Our Union Hall in Santurce: Our hall represents who we are, our history, our unity, and our purpose. It must be repaired, maintained, and revitalized to once again serve as a welcoming space for meetings, trainings, and community gatherings. 

• Membership and Shop Steward Engagement: I will work to reengage our members and shop stewards, rebuilding a sense of belonging and participation. No member should feel left out of the union they help sustain. Together, we will restore communication, collaboration, and pride in being part of this Local. 

• Training and Education: Knowledge is power. I will strengthen steward and member education on grievances, contract rights, and workplace safety. An informed and involved membership is an empowered one. 

• Open and Honest Communication: You deserve to be informed and heard. I will ensure that every voice has a place in the conversation through regular updates, open meetings, and direct access to leadership. 

• Community Engagement and Solidarity: We will renew our presence in Puerto Rico’s labor movement and stand in unity with all working families. My team shares this same vision and pride. We are union proud and union strong. 

Together, as a collective force, we will rebuild and reconstruct our Local into something stronger, fairer, and united. This election is not about one person. It is about restoring confidence in our union, defending the rights of our brothers and sisters, and ensuring our Local remains strong, transparent, and united for the future. I humbly ask for your trust, your support, and your vote. Together, as a collective force, we will rise. 

Brothers and Sisters,

I am proud to announce my candidacy for Vice President of our Puerto Rico Area Local 1070. My goal is simple: to build a stronger, more united Local where every member career or PSE, clerk, maintenance, or MVS feels informed, supported, and represented.

As Vice President, I will work side by side with our President to strengthen our union from the ground up. Together, we will ensure that every postal office has a trained and effective Steward, and that every member has access to the tools and knowledge they need to protect their rights and their future.

If elected, I will focus on:

• Representation in Every Office: Recruit and support Stewards so no member faces management alone.

• Member Education: Offer workshops for all members on contract rights, OWCP, safety, and benefits.

• Better Communication: Keep members informed through newsletters, meetings, and online updates.

• Unity and Respect: Promote teamwork among all crafts and encourage new members to get involved.

• Stronger Union Presence: Work to make our union hall a center for education, meetings, and solidarity.

I believe our Local’s greatest strength is our membership hardworking postal employees who deserve representation they can trust and leadership that listens.

Together, we can build a Local that stands for education, unity, and fair representation for every member. 

Brothers and Sisters,

I am announcing my candidacy for Treasurer of our Local. I step forward because our members deserve accountability, transparency, and leadership that protects every dollar of your dues.

If elected, my first priority will be a complete audit of the last three years, to be presented within 60 days. This audit will restore trust by showing members exactly how funds have been managed. If any fraud, misuse of funds, or violations of law are uncovered, I will take proper legal action.

I also commit to creating clear financial policies that safeguard our Local:

• Union Credit Card: All charges must have receipts, limit and monthly membership review.

• Union Vehicle: Mileage, fuel, and authorized use will be logged—no personal use permitted.

• Travel & Hotel Expenses: All trips will require approval, with cost-effective lodging and detailed reports afterward.

• Reimbursements: Standardized procedures to ensure fairness and documentation.

These safeguards will ensure that our finances are managed responsibly, and that waste and misuse are eliminated. Beyond oversight, I will promote financial planning that prioritizes representation, training, and support for our members and stewards.

This election is about restoring trust and ensuring your dues are used for their true purpose: defending our contract and strengthening our Local. With your support, we can bring real accountability and integrity back to Local 1070. 

I am honored to present my candidacy for Secretary. Since joining our Union in 2021, I have proudly served in several key roles: as Steward, Trustee since 2023, and as a member of the Board of Directors, first as Secretary and now as Maintenance Craft Director. Each of these positions has allowed me to gain valuable experience in leadership, representation, and service to our membership.

My commitment has always been to strengthen communication, educate our members, and represent every voice with transparency, accountability, and dedication. Over the years, I have successfully fought and won cases of improper subcontracting, secured the conversion of PTRs to FTRs, addressed serious safety concerns affecting our members, and mentored new stewards to ensure they are prepared to protect and defend their coworkers.

With this new role, I will also work to create an official website for our Local where members can easily access information such as membership meeting minutes, updates, and resources. This will give every member greater access to information and allow us to stay more connected and informed as a Union.

I believe that teamwork, integrity, and open dialogue are the foundation of a strong and united Union. As a hands-on and collaborative leader, I listen, act, and stand firmly with the membership. If elected, I will continue to work tirelessly to keep our Union informed, engaged, and moving forward together. My vision is to ensure that every member feels represented, every concern is addressed, and every achievement is shared as a victory for us all.

Brothers and Sisters of PRAL 1070,

My name is William Pérez. I have proudly served in the Postal Service since 2011 and am also a veteran of the Armed Forces. From the start of my career, I have represented my coworkers as a Shop Steward, first as a Mail Handler and later as a Clerk. I also had the honor of serving nearly three years as your Human Relations and Safety Director.

At the national level, I was appointed as an OWCP trainer by the APWU National President, giving me the skills to help members understand and defend their rights when injured at work.

For this new term, I am asking for your support to continue as Human Relations and Safety Director. My priorities are:

• Expanding OWCP training for all members.

• Strengthening workplace safety programs.

• Building stronger human relations support for our membership.

Together, we can build a stronger, safer, and more informed local. I humbly ask for your vote and trust.

Yo, Carmen Borges represento la experiencia, sabiduría, honestidad, confianza, respeto, solidaridad y liderazgo. Ha sido mi mayor satisfacción a través de mi carrera postal representar a las y los empleados postales en defensa de sus derechos laborales y el Convenio Colectivo de nuestra Unión.

Mi experiencia dentro de la Unión incluye: ser Delegada, Directora del Área Metropolitana y Coordinadora de POWER (Asuntos de la mujer).

Me comprometo a seguir demostrando mi compromiso y lealtad por esta Unión con entereza y voluntad de propósito. Continuaré luchando por todos los miembros y por lograr más posiciones en Puerto Rico que fortalezcan nuestra representación.

Cuento con tu apoyo y con tu voto

Brothers and sisters of APWU,

Hope is not lost it is waiting to be restored. Like the mask that hides a face but reveals an idea, our union is more than officers or titles. It is the collective force of every member who believes that dignity at work is not a privilege, but a right.

“Ideas are bulletproof.” The idea of APWU is justice, fairness, and unity. No matter how much doubt has crept in, no matter the disappointments, we rise together to rebuild what was weakened.

This is not a time for silence. It is a time for courage. “People should not be afraid of their government. Governments should be afraid of their people.” In the same way, management and corruption must reckon with the strength of organized workers.

Together, we will restore APWU into a beacon of hope and a weapon of truth.

I am honored to run as your candidate for Eastern Area Coordinator.

I have always represented our union with dignity, determination, and true commitment. With the trust you have given me, I have fought for fairness, defended your rights, and worked to ensure that our union remains strong, transparent, and accountable to every member.

As your Coordinator, you will remain my top priority. I will continue to confront obstacles head-on, never backing down and never losing sight of the membership’s needs. My promise is to lead with honesty, respect, and a vision for progress.

If elected, I will focus on initiatives that move us forward, such as:

• Strengthening unity across all offices so that every member feels represented, supported, and valued.

• Promoting mentorship programs where experienced members guide newer employees to build stronger solidarity.

• Expanding outreach efforts so that all members, regardless of craft or location, receive the same level of representation and support.

• Building community partnerships that raise the profile of our union and demonstrate the vital role postal workers play in society.

 Your voice matters, our fight continues, and together we will shape a stronger future.

I am honored to run for Northern Area Coordinator, committed to representing every member with fairness, integrity, and dedication. As a proud military man and devoted family man, I understand the values of discipline, responsibility, and service to others. I stand shoulder to shoulder with our brothers and sisters in the workplace, defending our rights and ensuring management respects our contract.

I believe in unity, accountability, and service that puts people first. Our union’s strength lies in transparency and solidarity, and that begins with leadership that listens and acts. I am committed to rebuilding trust, empowering members, and promoting the values that make our union strong.

With your support, I will continue working tirelessly to protect your rights and strengthen our union family in the Northern Area. 

A proven leader and proud USPS employee, I bring over eight years of postal experience and more than twelve years of U.S. Army service to my role as Shop Steward. I have served across multiple postal facilities — including Aguadilla, DMDU Cataño, Quebradillas, and now Moca Post Office — where I have built a strong reputation for integrity, discipline, and dedication. Known for my 100% success rate in grievance cases, I consistently defends employees’ rights and promote fairness in every workplace I serves.

With leadership grounded in service and experience as a former U.S. Army Mortuary Affairs Senior Leader, I am committed to mentoring others, standing up for what’s right, and ensuring every voice is heard. My vision: to protect every member’s rights, improve working conditions, and represent our union in all members’ needs, building a stronger, more united postal workforce. Build the respect needed in the West Area for all members.

Transparency. Commitment. Integrity. 

I am proud to serve as a Shop Steward and employee at the Patillas Post Office. Many of you in the Southern Area know me personally and know that I am not afraid to stand up to management when our rights are at stake.

I began my journey as a Shop Steward in Ponce in 2021, where I faced an intense and challenging environment that became my training ground. Those experiences taught me that careful documentation and strong written grievances are often more powerful than arguments alone. Through them, I learned how to develop, present, and win cases that protect our members.

The South has too often been neglected, leaving management free to act without accountability and many members afraid to speak out for fear of retaliation. My mission is to change that reality—to give our members a voice, to show them that there are effective ways to resist unfair treatment, and to prove that no one should stand alone.

I ask for the honor of serving you once again. With your support, I will work tirelessly, with dignity and determination, as your Southern Area Coordinator to defend our rights and strengthen our Union in the South.