ASSOCIATION REPORT 2015 ACTIVE EMPLOYEE PICNIC EMPLOYEES DISCOUNTED HALLOWEEN THEME PARK TICKETS DONORS WELFARE PLAN CAMPAIGN CONTINUES

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1 EMPLOYEES LOS ANGELES WATER & POWER ASSOCIATION REPORT OCTOBER 2015 DISCOUNTED HALLOWEEN THEME PARK TICKETS SEE ADS INSIDE FOR DETAILS DONORS WELFARE PLAN CAMPAIGN CONTINUES SEE INSIDE FOR DETAILS 2015 ACTIVE EMPLOYEE PICNIC PHOTOS INSIDE

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3 TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE SECTION OF CONTENTS NAME 4 COMMITTEE SPOTLIGHT 6 KNOW YOUR EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS 8 SPOTLIGHT LADWP BLOOD DRIVE 10 FACTS & FIGURES 11 LADWP MERCHANDISE 12 TICKETS 17 CHARITY HIGHLIGHT 2015 DOLLS N TOYS PROGRAM LADWP EMPLOYEE TOY DRIVE 18 ON THE COVER 2015 ACTIVE EMPLOYEE PICNIC 23 CRAFTS 26 ASSOCIATION SERVICES 32 THE CLASSIFIEDS BUY, SELL, TRADE ASSOCIATION REPORT A publication of your Los Angeles Water and Power Employees Association Yvonne Hernandez Editor Eric Botero Graphic Designer Services Committee Gale Harris, Yvonne Hernandez, Manuel Minjares, Edward Rodgers, Willie Tam, Debra Turner Employees Association General Information (213) Association Report (213) Ticket Office (213) Donors Welfare Plan (213) Assistance Loans (213) Medical Equipment (213) Mutual Benefit Plan (213) Safety Shoes (213) Notary Services Jacquie Mendez (213) Jessica Sorino (213) ASSOCIATION REPORT 1

4 ASSOCIATION INFORMATION LOS ANGELES WATER AND POWER EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION John Ferraro Building 111 North Hope Street, Room A-17 Los Angeles, CA (213) Fax (213) Office hours: Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Serving employees and retirees of the City of Los Angeles and Department of Water & Power at locations throughout the Greater Los Angeles Area, Victorville, Owens Valley, Nevada, and Utah since MISSION STATEMENT: The mission of the Los Angeles Water and Power Employees Association is to support employees through specialized programs designed to enhance lifestyles and improve the quality of life for retirees, active employees, and their families. Board of Directors: Joe Avila, CFO Marcus Ballesteros Ramiro Beltran Shirley Brown, Executive Officer Fernando De La Luz Ann Marie De La Riva, President Bryan Grace Gale Harris Reindert Kok Manuel Minjares Edward Rodgers Joan Tagle Willie Tam Debra Turner, Secretary Brian Wilbur Matt Woodson, Vice President Anita Wright Joint System Power System Retired Employees Rep. Joint System Joint System Joint System Association Director Joint System Joint System Power System Water System Water System Power System Water System Power System Power System Power System We accept cash, Visa, MasterCard, and Discover. Sorry, no personal checks. It is the purchaser s responsibility to check ticket expiration dates and theme park operating hours. We reserve the right to limit the number of tickets sold to each Association member. There is a nominal surcharge on most tickets sold through the Association to help defray operational expenses. Ticket prices are subject to change without notice. Vendors are not endorsed by the Los Angeles Department of Water & Power or the Employees Association. 2 ASSOCIATION REPORT

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6 LOS ANGELES WATER & POWER EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION ANNUAL DONORS WELFARE PLAN CAMPAIGN SEPTEMBER 16 - NOVEMBER 13 Department employees helping each other has been a time- honored tradition for over 80 years here at the LADWP. The Donors Welfare Plan, administered by our Employees Association, has been the Department s primary employee-giving program. Let s all do our part to make this a record-breaking campaign, and donate to a worthy cause. Take home the Donors Welfare Plan Trophy, and proudly display our continued commitment to assisting our fellow employees. All Donations Support the Donors Welfare Plan and the Local Community. The Donors Welfare Plan benefits the Downed Workers Program, Emergency Assistance Loans, Disability Advances, Death-in-Family Loans, Medical and Dental Loans, Safety Shoe and Equipment Loans, Medical Equipment, Nursing Care Grants, the Dolls N Toys Holiday Program, and other programs. Local charities also benefit and provide much needed services to those in need. Help your System reach the highest percentage of employee participation! Please see your Donors Welfare Plan Campaign Coordinator, or contact the Employees Association for further information (213) , or at JFB, A-Level, Room A17. NAME EMPLOYEE # PAYROLL-SECTION LOS ANGELES WATER & POWER EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION LADWP CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER You are hereby authorized to deduct from my salary or wages that may be earned and become due me for all pay periods for which authorized deductions are made the amount initialed in the space provided and to pay same to the Los Angeles Water & Power Employees Association for the Account of the Donors Welfare Plan. This authorization will remain in effect until canceled by me in writing. Please return this card to: LADWP Employees Association, 111 N. Hope Street, Room A-17, Los Angeles, CA SIGNATURE Thank you for your Donors Welfare Plan support! Remember, your help is needed annually. 1% OF BI-WEEKLY SALARY 2% OF BI-WEEKLY SALARY DEDUCT THIS AMOUNT BI-WEEKLY The above contributions occur on 24 payroll periods per year. Check here for a ONE-TIME donation. Make check/money order payable to: Donors Welfare Plan. THANK YOU FOR ASSISTING ACTIVE AND RETIRED EMPLOYEES, AND THE LOCAL COMMUNITY! DATE INITIAL New Donor DOLLAR AMOUNT 4 ASSOCIATION REPORT

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8 KNOW YOUR EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE These are your Employees Association s no cost and convenient financial assistance programs: MEDICAL / DENTAL LOANS DEATH-IN-FAMILY LOANS EMERGENCY LOANS SAFETY SHOE LOANS & EQUIPMENT DISABILITY ADVANCES DOWNED WORKERS PROGRAM Your Employees Association can provide an interest-free, no cost, automatically payroll deducted loan for medical and dental procedures not covered by your health plan. The death of an immediate family member can be devastating, but our staff will assist you in applying for an interest-free, no cost loan, automatically payroll deducted to cover funeral related expenses. Emergencies seem to occur when we least expect them. If you are affected by an unforeseen financial hardship, we also have automatically payroll deducted interest-free, no cost emergency loans. Do you need safety shoes for your job? Your Employees Association can provide an interest-free, no cost, automatically payroll deducted loan. Visit one of our approved vendors. Forms are available from the safety shoe vendor. Disability checks are sometimes delayed due to late medical certification or processing requirements. We can provide an early advance of up to 80% of the amount of your disability check. Our newest program assists family members of an employee that requires hospitalization after sustaining work related injuries. It allows a spouse or loved one to stay near the hospital by providing lodging and meal assistance. 6 ASSOCIATION REPORT Who can apply for assistance? All active employees on the Department payroll who have completed probation, or any LADWP retiree How is a loan repaid? Two and a half years, or sixty consecutive pay periods, following death-in-family and dental/medical loans advances ~ Three consecutive pay periods following emergency loans or safety shoe and equipment purchases What types of requests will be considered? Transportation or housing bills caused by an emergency ~ Non-covered dental or health expenses ~ Death-in-family funeral expenses What type of documentation is needed to process an application? Easy qualification process with NO CREDIT CHECKS! S ubmit a completed loan application, a past due bill, medical/dental bill, written estimate from repair shop or other creditor information ~ Acceptable proof of the obligation or need ~ Copies of your two most recent pay stubs When are loan applications due? No later than Friday at 3:00 p.m. to be reviewed on the following Tuesday ~ Certain emergency requests are reviewed and approved in 24 hours or less Who are checks made payable to? Loan checks can be made payable only to the creditor, business or institution Funding for these programs is made possible by your generous contributions to THE DONORS WELFARE PLAN For more help with completing an application, or for questions, please contact: Employees Association, JFB Room A-17, (213)

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10 SPOTLIGHT LADWP Blood Drive Thursday, Tuesday, November May 29, 17, :00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. JFB Cafeteria Conference Center Center To make your life-saving appointment, please check with your supervisor and contact the Employees Association Office at All presenting donors will receive a buy-one-get-one-free coupon for Quizno s, a voucher for 2 free tickets to the Laugh Factory, and a voucher for 2 tickets* to an LA Galaxy game. *$10 processing fee per ticket, $20 total fee 8 ASSOCIATION REPORT

11 Presenting Partner: Community Partner: Add Brick-or-Treat Party Nights admission to your online purchase during checkout for $15 when using your company s online ticket store. Or upgrade during your visit to the Park on any of the event dates for $20. Discount tickets can be purchased at the Employees Association JFB Room A17, x73146 or on the company intranet site. LEGOLAND Hotel Special Brick-or-Treat Trail Dragon Coaster Book your exclusive room discount now! LEGOLAND.com/CorporateHotel *Rates Rates subject to availability. Blackout dates may apply. Not to be combined with any other offer. Management reserves all rights. Prices, hours and event details subject to change without notice. LEGO, the LEGO logo, the Brick and Knob configuration, the Minifigure and LEGOLAND are trademarks of the LEGO Group The LEGO Group. LEGOLAND is part of Merlin Entertainments, plc. ASSOCIATION REPORT 9

12 FACTS & FIGURES EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION FACTS AND FIGURES For more information, contact your Employees Association office and join the Mutual Benefit Plan! DONORS WELFARE PLAN ASSISTANCE MUTUAL BENEFIT PLAN MEMBERSHIP: 11 Emergency Loans $20, Death in Family Loans $20, Medical/Dental Loans $69, Late Disability Advances $6, Nursing Care Grants $2, * Benevolent Grants (Med. Equip) $ Safety Shoes $14, Retirement Death Benefit Adv. $20, Total: $154, Assistance made possible by your generous donations to the Donors Welfare Plan. $ $ $1, $120, $2, $186, $3, $2,988, $4, $1,432, $5, ,498 $7,490, $10, $170, $15, $7,485, $20, $8,480, Total 4,006 $28,324, DONORS WELFARE PLAN The Donors Welfare Plan also funds the Dolls N Toys program which provides gifts for underprivileged children during the holiday season. In addition, it supports numerous charities in Adelanto, Boulder City, Castaic, Mojave and the Owens Valley, and in Los Angeles County as noted below. Ahead with Horses Alisa Ann Ruch Burn Foundation Atwater Park Center Beacon Light Mission Blind Childrens Center Cancer Support Community Downtown Women s Center ECHO Horizon School Ettie Lee Youth and Family Services Free Arts for Abused Children Friends of the Family Guide Dogs of America Helping Young People Excel (HYPE) Independent Living Center The Jeffrey Foundation John Tracy Clinic Journey Out ( formerly Mary Magdalene Project) Junior Blind of America Mariposa Women and Family Center Oasis Women s Recovering Community Optimist Youth Homes and Family Services Para Los Ninos Partners In Care Foundation Providing for Kids Foundation Rancho San Antonio Boys Home Southern California Rehabilitation Services Willie Ross Foundation 10 ASSOCIATION REPORT

13 MERCHANDISE OFFICIAL LADWP LOGO MERCHANDISE Color Size Cost Crewneck Sweatshirt Black/Navy/Gray S-XL $19.50 Crewneck Sweatshirt Black/Navy 2XL $20.25 Men s Polo Shirt Black/Gray/Light Blue S-XL $26.00 Men s Polo Shirt Black/Gray/Light Blue 2XL $28.00 Men s Pocket T-shirt Black/Gray/Blue/White/ Green/Orange S-3XL $14.75 Men s Long Sleeve T-shirt Black/Navy/Gray/Sand S-2XL $17.50 Men s Polo Shirt - Tipped Navy/White M-XL $32.00 Men s Polo Shirt - Tipped Navy/White 2XL-3XL $34.00 Women s Polo Green/Black XS-XL $26.00 Women s Polo Green/Black 2XL $28.00 Women s Polo - Tipped Navy/White XS-XL $32.00 Women s Polo - Tipped Navy/White 2XL $34.00 Kid s T-shirts All colors XS-XL $8.00 Mug w/spoon Brown $5.50 Ball Caps Black/ Navy/Gray S/M & L/XL $9.25 Retirement Mug Cobalt Blue w/gold 15 oz. $8.50 LADWP Mug Cobalt Blue w/gold 15 oz. $8.50 Sports Bag Black & Blue $18.50 Duffle Bag Black & Grey $15.75 Lanyard Black & Blue $4.00 Tumbler Blue & Clear 16 oz. $7.00 SALES TAX NOT INCLUDED ON PRICES LISTED ASSOCIATION REPORT 11

14 TICKETS THEME PARKS Association Price Regular Price Savings Expires Adventure City 1 year & under free $13.50 $16.95 $3.45 None Boomers All-Day Play Pass includes: unlimited golf & attractions. No blackout dates Valid at 11 locations General $19.00 $39.99 $ /20/16 Castle Park General $14.00 $19.99 $5.99 9/18/16 Catalina Express (Blackout Dates Apply) Round trip transportation Disneyland - 1 Day 1 Park Golf N Stuff K1 Speed Zone 14 Lap Race Card + Drivers License Knott s Berry Farm LEGOLAND- 2 nd Day Free! LEGOLAND- Resort Hopper Long Beac h Aquarium of t he Pac ific Los Angeles Zoo Child (2-11) Child (3-9) All Park Pass 2 Hour Unlimited $63.00 $54.00 $97.00 $91.00 $13.00 $16.00 $74.50 $59.00 $99.00 $93.00 $33.50 $25.00 $11.50 $5.00 $2.00 $2.00 $20.50 $ /31/15 12/31/15 12/31/15 None General $16.00 $25.95 $9.95 None Child(3-11) / Seniors (62+) Child (2& under free) Child (2& under free) Child (3-11) Child (2-12) $38.00 $31.00 $72.00 $67.00 $77.00 $72.00 $19.95 $12.95 $17.00 $14.00 $62.00 $35.00 $85.00 $79.00 $ $ $28.95 $14.95 $18.00 $14.00 $24.00 $4.00 $13.00 $12.00 $32.00 $31.00 $9.00 $2.00 $1.00 n/a 12/31/15 1/4/16 1/4/16 6/29/16 6/29/16 11/30/15 11/30/15 None Magic Mountain General $43.00 $64.99 $ /27/15 Medieval Times Child (under 12) $43.50 $33.00 $57.95 $35.95 $14.45 $2.95 None Mulligans All Day Passes General $16.00 $23.99 $7.99 None Pacific Park Santa Monica Pier All ages $15.00 $22.95 $ /04/16 Pirates Dinner Adventure Child (3-11) $38.00 $29.00 $59.95 $36.95 $21.95 $ /30/15 11/30/15 San Diego Zoo Child (3-11) $43.00 $34.00 $48.00 $38.00 $5.00 $ /25/15 12/25/15 San Diego Zoo Safari Park Child (3-11) $43.00 $34.00 $48.00 $38.00 $5.00 $ /25/15 12/25/15 Sea World - 2nd Day Free Child (3-9) $55.00 $55.00 $89.00 $83.00 $34.00 $ /25/15 12/25/15 Sea World 2015 Fun Card Child (3-9) $80.00 $79.00 $86.00 $80.00 $6.00 $ /31/15 12/31/15 SpeedZone General $26.00 $49.99 $ /01/16 Visa /MasterCard accepted at the J.F.B. No personal checks! Tickets subject to availability/prices subject to change. Although the Employees Association offers substantial savings on its tickets and merchandise, our price may not always be the lowest available. Employees Association - J.F.B. Rm. A17, (213) ASSOCIATION REPORT

15 MOVIES Association Price Regular Price Savings Expires AMC Gold unrestricted $8.50 $14.00 $5.50 None AMC Movie Bundle Includes: 2 gold tickets, 2 small sodas, 1 small popcorn Cinemark s Platinum Supersaver unrestricted Also valid at: Rave Cinemas, Century Theatres, Cine Arts and Tinseltown $26.00 $42.00 $16.00 None $9.00 $11.75 $3.00 None Harkins Theatre unrestricted $8.00 $10.00 $2.00 None Krikorian Theatre unrestricted $8.00 $12.00 $4.00 None Laemmle unrestricted $6.50 $11.00 $4.50 None Pacific Theatres restricted $8.50 $ $14.75 Varies None Regal s Premier SuperSaver unrestricted* $9.00 $14.75 $6.25 None Regal s Ultimate Premier Movie Pack* Includes: 2 unrestricted passes, $10 cert. $27.00 $39.50 $12.50 None Regency Theatre unrestricted* $7.50 $11.50 $4.00 None *Regal Cinemas also valid at Edwards Theatres and United Artist Check your local theatre as some locations may add a surcharge. MISCELLANEOUS Forever Stamps Book of 20 $9.80 $9.80 n/a. n/a See s Candies 1 lb certificates $15.50 $18.50 $3.00 n/a PURCHASE YOUR TICKETS & MERCHANDISE AT: John Ferraro Building Monday ± F riday 8:00 a.m. ± 3:30 p.m. For your convenience, your Employees Association representative is in Granada Hills every Tuesday from 11:30 a.m. - 3:15 p.m. to sell tickets and merchandise. Water and Power Community Credit Union Devonshire Street (North Hills Plaza) Granada Hills For any merchandise requests please contact the Employees Association Office at ASSOCIATION REPORT 13

16 E-TICKETS ON THE LADWP INTRANET To access the site, enter hrweb on an LADWP computer/click on the Employees Association link/click on Eticket Link/ Select your Theme Park Banner THEME PARKS Disney 1 Day, 1 Park Disney 1 Day Park Hopper Disney 2 Day, 1-Park per day Disney 2 Day Park Hopper Disney - Southern California CityPass Knott s Berry Farm Processing fee applies Legoland - plus 2nd day free! 2nd visit must be used within 90 days Legoland Hopper - plus 2nd day free! Long Beach Aquarium of the Pacific Long Beach Aquarium of the Pacific Family Annual Membership Long Beach - Harbor Breeze Grey Whale and Sea Life Cruise Sea World - Single Day Sea World Weekday Valid through September 30, 2015 Mon-Fri Child (3-9) Child (3-9) Child (3-9) Child (3-9) Child (3-9) Child (3-11) Child (3-12) Child (3-12) Child (3-11) Association Price $95.04 $89.28 $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $35.00 $29.00 $70.00 $65.00 $75.00 $70.00 $17.95 $10.95 Regular Price $99.00 $93.00 $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $67.00 $37.00 $95.00 $80.00 $99.00 $92.00 $28.95 $14.95 Savings $3.96 $3.72 $12.40 $11.92 $16.65 $15.48 $20.25 $19.08 $33.90 $29.60 $32.00 $8.00 $25.00 $15.00 $24.00 $22.00 $11.00 $4.00 General $ $ $10.00 Child (3-11) Child (3-9) Child (3-9) $35.00 $20.00 $69.00 $69.00 $50.00 $50.00 $45.00 $25.00 $89.00 $89.00 $89.00 $89.00 $10.00 $5.00 $20.00 $20.00 $49.00 $49.00 Universal Studios - Buy a day, get 2 days free General $84.00 $ $11.00 Universal Studios Buy a day, get 2015 Free! Universal Studios Regular Season Pass General $95.00 $95.00 N/A General $ $ $15.00 HALLOWEEN THEME PARKS Association Price Savings/ Regular Price Knott s Halloween Haunt General $34 - $46 $68.99 Savings Mickey s Halloween Party General $69 - $84 N/A Universal Horror Nights General $45 - $85 $85 Regular Price Tickets subject to availability/prices subject to change. 14 ASSOCIATION REPORT

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18 HOW THE DONORS WELFARE PLAN HELPED ME. We d love to hear your story. LOS ANGELES WATER & POWER EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION Share your testimonial in 150 words or less. Submit this form or Brittany Rios at brittany.rios@ladwp.com (Feel free to submit anonymously) 16 ASSOCIATION REPORT

19 CHARITY HIGHLIGHT 2015 Dolls N Toys Program Monday, November 2 Friday, November 20, 2015 Express your generosity through donations to support our local community! You may contact your toy coordinator or drop off at the Employees Association Room A-17 Please no weapons or war-type toys ASSOCIATION REPORT 17

20 ON THE COVER 2015 ACTIVE EMPLOYEE PICNIC The Water and Power Employees Association Annual Active Employee Picnic was held on Saturday, August 1. It was a sunny, mild, beautiful day for the event held at Knott s Berry Farm in Buena Park. A year of planning and effort resulted in great fun for the attendees, including employees, friends and family members. This year the picnic location was inside the Gold Rush Camp area, where folks could pose and take photos in a real covered wagon near the entrance. Delicious food was served at the all-you-can-eat buffet with a menu of Knott s famous chicken, hot dogs, chili and much more. Face painters offered a variety of whimsical designs to children (and a few adventurous adults). An emcee and crew members provided entertainment and led kids and adults in various games and activities such as Hula Hoop contests and trivia contest. The Water Balloon Toss and the men s Dance-Off were especially entertaining! Lots of great prizes were awarded for those games and the Association raffled off various items as well. As pleased as we are with 2015 s successful event, your Association is always working to make next year even better. 18 ASSOCIATION REPORT

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23 LADWP DISCOUNT OFFERS Take advantage of your corporate discounts. DISCOUNT CODE: (800) ASSOCIATES ACCT: OR SHOW BADGE. SECURE3.HILTON.COM/EN_US/HI/ RESERVATION/BOOK.HTM?EXECUTION=E1S1 CODE: DISCOUNT CODE: Z (800) PICK UP YOUR 15% DISCOUNT CARD AT YOUR EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION AFFILIATE.MONTEREYBAYAQUARIUM.ORG STORE NAME: LADWP1001 DISCOUNT CODE: (800) AUTHENTICATE/ EMPLOYEE/ELEULANDING.JSP VISIT A LOCAL SPRINT STORE: SPRINT.COM/STORELOCATOR CALL: USE THIS CODE FOR THE SPRINT DISCOUNT PROGRAM. CORPORATE ID: UTSCA_WCA_ZZZ For more information, contact your Employees Association office. Due to seasonal discounts offered by rental companies, these corporate discount programs may not provide the lowest rate available. ASSOCIATION REPORT 21

24 Weekends Sept. 26 Nov. 1 Expect more treats than tricks this year with unforgettable animals, silly characters, an interactive DJ and trick-or-treating around every corner. Plus, enjoy all-new Halloween inspired Sea Lion & Otter and Sesame Street s Who Said Boo? shows. So dress the kids up in costume and explore our Halloween fantasea. / 2015 Sesame Workshop 2015 SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment, Inc. All rights reserved. 22 ASSOCIATION REPORT

25 CRAFT BY: KIM STOEGBAUER HALLOWEEN KIDS CRAFT: PRETZEL SKELETONS 2015 METRO PRICES REGULAR MONTHLY BUS PASS (ALL TAP ONLY) DESCRIPTION PRICE Metro Monthly $ Metro Zone 1 $ Metro Senior 62+/ Disabled/Medicare $20.00 Student K-12 $24.00 College/Vocational $43.00 THE EZ TRANSIT PASS The EZ Transit Pass is a regional transit pass accepted by up to 25 different transit agencies throughout Los Angeles County. Paper Passes Are Only Available for EZ Passes. The EZ transit pass is the only pass valid for unlimited local l travel on the following lines: White chocolate-covered pretzels and marshmallows combine to create a fun Halloween treat that kids will love helping to assemble before they devour them. WHAT YOU LL NEED white chocolate candy melts large marshmallows small pretzel knots DIP PRETZELS Melt candy melts in microwave according to package directions. Dip pretzel rods and knots into melted candy and set aside on wax paper to allow white chocolate to harden. BUILD SKELETON Slide a large marshmallow about halfway down a lollipop stick. Top marshmallow with three white chocolate-dipped pretzel knots to form the skeleton s rib cage. Finish off the skeleton s body with a large marshmallow for the head. ADD ARMS, LEGS AND FACE Snap a pretzel rod in half and push the broken ends into the underside of the bottom marshmallow for legs. Using an edible-ink marker, add a face to the top marshmallow. Break the top off two pretzel knots to become the skeleton s arms. Insert arms into the top pretzel knot in the stack of three. small pretzel rods 6-inch lollipop stick food-safe black marker ANTELOPE VALLEY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY (AVTA) BALDWIN PARK TRANSIT BEACH CITIES TRANSIT BURBANK LOCAL TRANSIT CARSON CIRCUIT CITY COMMERCE COMPTON RENAISSANCE CULVER CITY MUNICIPAL BUS LINES FOOTHILL OTHILL TRANSIT GARDENA MUNICIPAL BUS LINES GLENDALE BEELINE HUNTINGTON PARK COMBI LADOT (DASH AND COMMUTER EXPRESS) LAX LONG BEACH TRANSIT METRO BUS & METRO RAIL MONTEBELLO BUS LINES MONTEREY PARK SPIRIT BUS NORWALK TRANSIT PASADENA ARTS SHUTTLE PALOS VERDES TRANSIT SANTA CLARITA TRANSIT SANTA FE SPRINGS METROEXPRESS SANTA MONICA BIG BLUE BUS SOUTH PASADENA GOLD LINK TORRANCE TRANSIT WHITTIER TRANSIT DOES NOT ACCEPT METROLINK PASSENGERS DESCRIPTION PRICE EZ Pass $ EZ Zone P1 $ EZ Zone P2 $ EZ Zone P3 $ FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL (323) OR VISIT: Stored value is also available. DESCRIPTION PRICE EZ Zone P4 $198 EZ Zone P5 $ EZ Sr. $61.00 EZ Sr. Disabled $42.00 EZ TAP AVAILABLE NOW ASSOCIATION REPORT 23

26 BUS PASS DESCRIPTION PRICE Base Pass $57.00 Zone 1 Pass $80.00 Zone 2 Pass $ Zone 3 Pass $ Zone 4 Pass $ TRIP TICKETS DESCRIPTION PRICE Base Pass $30.00 Zone 1 Pass $46.00 Zone 2 Pass $56.00 Zone 3 Pass $67.00 Zone 4 Pass $75.00 DASH DOWNTOWN OPERATES MONDAY - FRIDAY, EVERY 5-12 MINUTES For more information visit: ladottransit.com or call the LADOT Transit Store at ASSOCIATION REPORT

27 RETIREMENT RECOGNITION PROGRAM Did you know that your Employees Association honors employees when they retire from the Department of Water and Power? We do this to thank employees for their many years of service. It also reminds them that, upon retirement, they become lifetime members of the Employees Association. If you are planning an employee s farewell event, please notify our office and we will prepare a package that includes a framed certificate and a pen. If possible, a Board Director of the Employees Association will present the certificate! To order, Brittany Rios at least two weeks in advance at brittany.rios@ladwp.com Note: If no request is received prior to retirement date, the Association will mail the certificate to the address on file. ASSOCIATION REPORT 25

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29 SAFETY SHOE SUPERVISOR AUTHORIZATION FORM Los Angeles Water and Power EMPLOYEESÕ ASSOCIATION, INC. 111 N. Hope Street, Room A-17 Los Angeles, CA Phone: (213) Fax: (213) Supervisor Authorization Form Exempt Permanent is a participant in the EmployeesÕ Association (print employeeõ s name clearly) Safety Shoe Program. Please only provide the type of safety shoe identified by the supervisor below. I, am the supervisor of the requesting employee, and (Print supervisorõ s name clearly) have reviewed their work conditions. It has been determined that the work conditions do require foot protection. {OSHA 3385: "Appropriate foot protection shall be required for employees who are exposed to foot injuries from electrical hazards, hot, corrosive, poisonous substances, falling objects, crushing or penetrating actions, which may cause injuries or who are required to work in abnormally wet locations.} The following safety shoe is adequate for these working conditions: {Supervisor initials only one type of safety shoe that the employee is authorized to purchase. Initialing two (2) types invalidates the request.} ASTM F Standard Specification for Performance Requirements for Foot Protection and meet ASTM F Standard Test Methods for foot protection. (Initial one) Non-protective toe safety work shoes\boots that meet ASTM F Protective reinforced toe safety work shoes\boots that meet ASTM F Climbing boots that meet ASTM F (Signed by supervisor in blue ink) Date: Shoe vendors only: Only one shoe type can be initialed. If there are two (2) or more types initialed this form is invalid and the request will be denied. This letter indemnifies the shoe store from liability for the above named employee only The form is only good for one purchase of (two pair maximum) safety shoes per year Modified or duplicated documents are not acceptable (whiteout, change of name, etc.) Purchase receipt must be dated within 30 calendar days of date of supervisorõ s approval Only one purchaser may use this document You must submit this document with all other paperwork when requesting reimbursement WE WILL NOT PAY INVOICES WITHOUT THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED ASSOCIATION REPORT 27

30 apple Government Purchase Program Exclusive savings from Apple. Start something new. We believe in the power of creativity. That every act of imagination makes the world a more interesting place. So this year, take that first step. Then take another one. Because when you start with amazing products, you can create amazing things. To place your order, visit hrweb and click on the Apple Corporate Discount Program or call 800-MY-APPLE. To place your order, visit your online Apple EPP store or call 800-MY-APPLE. Free shipping. Get free ground shipping on all orders. Questions? Just ask. Call 800-MY-APPLE to talk to a knowledgeable Apple Specialist. Great ways to make Apple products more affordable than ever. Apply at checkout for a monthly payment plan with PayPal Credit or apply for special financing with a Barclaycard credit card. Please identify yourself as an eligible participant purchasing from the Apple Employee/Member Purchase Program when calling Apple. Some products or promotions are not available outside the U.S. Product specifications are subject to change. TM and 2015 Apple Inc. All rights reserved. 28 ASSOCIATION REPORT

31 SHARE YOUR STORY WRITE IT OR WE LL WRITE FOR YOU! Would you like to contribute a story for publication in this column? Perhaps you like to travel, have an interesting hobby, do volunteer work, have an exciting job, have an interesting family/work story to share. Do you have an inspirational thought or passion? Whatever the story, we would love to tell it! We can arrange to have someone interview you and write the article. If you prefer, write us 250 words or less that comply with City of Los Angeles guidelines. The deadline for submission is six weeks in advance of publication. For example, August 15 is the October issue deadline. Remember, the editor reserves the right to reject inappropriate material. Submit your ad to Yvonne Hernandez, Association Report Editor at yvonne. hernandez@ladwp.com, or call her at (213) ASSOCIATION REPORT 29

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33 Up to 40% Savings! $15 Unlimited Ride Passes available through DWP LA S ONLY ADMISSION-FREE AMUSEMENT PARK 12 Exciting Rides Fun Midway Games Great Food & Entertainment Birthday Packages Plenty of Parking /pacpark /pacpark (310) pacpark.com 380 Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica Amusements. All rights reserved. NOTARY SERVICES Available in your Employees Association Office, Room A17 * Must Present Acceptable Identification Only $5.00 per signature CALL FOR AN APPOINTMENT Jessica Sorino (213) or Jacquie Mendez (213) ASSOCIATION REPORT 31

34 CLASSIFIED ADS THE CLASSIFIEDS Are you looking for more riders for your vanpool or would you like to sell your car? Advertise in the Association Report! For more information contact Yvonne Hernandez at (213) VANPOOLS SHARE THE RIDE! JOIN A VANPOOL, CARPOOL OR SIGN UP FOR TRANSIT AND RECEIVE A MONTHLY SUBSIDY. VISIT THE CARS OFFICE (JFB, A-16) FOR MORE INFORMATION! NEW RIDERS/DRIVERS: New vanpool from Simi to JFB, Main St. Artesian. Leave from Simi Amtrak 5:25 a.m. Work hours 6:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Contact: Jatinder Singh (213) RIDERS WANTED: For driver only vanpool (Rancho Cucamonga/JFB) 6:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. shift, short day Fridays. Contact Khaled Borsaly (909) for details. VANPOOL #44: Needs drivers/riders from Rialto, Fontana, Rancho Cucamonga, to Main St. Work hours 6:00 a.m. ± 3:30 p.m./5 day a week. Call Antonio Daisley at ext or (213) TRANSPORTATION FOR SALE: 2013 Toyota Corolla S. 32k miles. Magnetic Gray $12,800. Great condition. Contact: Matt (310) INFINITY FX35: 44.5 k miles, midnight blue, sunroof, cooled seats, brand new Bridgestone tires, well maintained, ex condition, original owner $27,000 Contact: Jack (818) TOYOTA SIENNA XLE LIMITED: 120k miles, see ad on autotrader.com at Car ID: AT-15fedc5d $1,000 discount for DWP employee. Contact: Del (661) HARLEY DAVIDSON FAT BOY: dark blue with 3,400 miles. Mint showroom condition, must see to believe. Asking $11,000 Contact: Nisan at (818) FOR SALE: 2005 Volvo S60 T5 Auto, 133k miles. Silver; black interior; fully loaded. Contact Pushpa (310) FOR SALE: 1968 Mercedes ± do or stick shift, runs very good; classic. Pushpa (310) HARLEY ROAD KING 100TH ANNIV.: 5,087 miles, stage 1 with detachable windshield and passenger back support, hardbags battery charger, one owner, garaged. Black and chrome $10,000 OBO Contact: John (818) MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE NINE PIECE DINING ROOM SET: All oak in very good condition $500 OBO. Contact: Luther E. (323) RENTAL PROPERTY FOR RENT: Diamond Bar condo for rent. Located on the 57 freeway between the 10 & 60 freeway. 2 bedroom/1.5 bath. SERVICES AA CIVIC CENTER PARTICIPATION: Meeting every Thursday at 4:30 p.m. and Fridays at 12:00 p.m. at JFB, room A-18A. Contact: Ricardo (323) WANTED BOX TOPS FOR EDUCATION. PLEASE SEND TO NANCY FAIRBANKS AT 433 E. TEMPLE ST. BLDG 1, (213) ; THANK YOU TOASTMASTERS INTERNATIONAL: Water and Power Toastmasters Meet Every Wednesday 12:00-1:00 in Room 1171 and last Wednesday in room Contact: Kawana (213) ADVERTISE IN THE ASSOCIATION REPORT! FOR IMAGE ATTACHMENTS- PLEASE ADD $10 IMAGE FEE OPTION FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT (213) ASSOCIATION REPORT

35 Special ONLINE pricing for DWP Employees * Sep 20 Oct 31, 2015 AHMANSON THEATRE AT THE MUSIC CENTER Promo Code: CONFIDENCE BY BRANDEN JACOBS-JENKINS DIRECTED BY ERIC TING Sep 23 Nov 1, 2015 MARK TAPER FORUM AT THE MUSIC CENTER Promo Code: RELIC * TICKETS MUST BE PURCHASED ONLINE TO RECEIVE THE EXCLUSIVE DWP PRICING. CenterTheatreGroup.org ASSOCIATION REPORT 33

36 THE LAW OFFICES OF VERNON R. YANCY AND THE "BANKRUPTCY" IS NO LONGER A BAD WORD Legal Team! Eliminate paycheck garnishments and judgment liens! Take control of student loan payments and payday loans! Save your home from foreclosure and eliminate 2 nd mortgages! Stop those harassing phone calls, and get a fresh financial start The Law Offices of Vernon R. Yancy 3250 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 1500 Los Angeles, CA (213) VRYancy@yancylaw.com LIVING TRUSTS WILLS PROBATE PERSONAL INJURY PATENTS TRADEMARKS COPYRIGHTS Free initial consultation and 10% discount for Water and Power Association members CATALINA ISLANDI It s just an hour boat ride away. Go for the day or an overnight stay. Enjoy the abundance of island activities including kayaking, snorkeling and parasailing, or hiking, biking and tours to the explore the island s interior beauty. Up to 30 daily departures from Long Beach, San Pedro, or Dana Point Airline Style Seating for outstanding comfort The fastest fleet of boats Discount Tickets available in Employee Store Advance purchase required. Restrictions apply. Discount not available at terminal. No refunds or exchanges. For more information call or visit CatalinaExpress.com 34 ASSOCIATION REPORT

37 TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE AT THE EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION TICKETS ONLY $8.50 AT YOUR EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION discount tickets on sale here october movie releases THE MARTIAN (3D): Opens October 2 FREEHELD: Opens October 2 SICARIO: Opens October 2 LEGEND: Opens October 2 THE WALK (IMAX/3D): Opens October 9 PAN (3D): Opens October 9 STEVE JOBS: Opens October 16 BRIDGE OF SPIES: Opens October 16 GOOSEBUMPS: Opens October 16 CRIMSON PEAK (IMAX): Opens October 16 TRUTH: Opens October 16 THE LAST WITCH HUNTER: Opens October 23 PARANORMAL ACTIVITY: THE GHOST DIMENSION: Opens October 23 JEM AND THE HOLOGRAMS: Opens October 23 I SMILE BACK: Opens October 23 ROCK THE KASBAH: Opens October 23 BURNT: Opens October 23 SCOUTS GUIDE TO THE ZOMBIE APOCALYPSE: Opens October 30 OUR BRAND IS CRISIS: Opens October 30 ASSOCIATION REPORT 35

38 IN MEMORIAM Your Employees Association regrets to announce the passing of the following active and retired employees: Active: James K. Briggs 08/03/2015 Grazyna T. Chmielewska 08/24/2015 Laura P. Contreras 07/27/2015 Jeffrey T. Roberts 08/22/2015 Retired: Roy C. Allen 08/06/2015 Wilhelm R. Alzner 08/03/2015 Charles E. Bernard 08/13/2015 Sheldon Derlighter 08/01/2015 Norbert E. Downs 08/15/2015 Nicholas A. Eggenberger 07/31/2015 Elizabeth C. Evans 08/22/2015 Thomas A. Heaton 08/13/2015 Larry A. Jackson 08/20/2015 Kenneth K. Kaya 08/26/2015 Kenneth E. King 07/31/2015 Pat J. Lacasella 08/10/2015 William H. Loe 07/04/2015 John E. Long 08/28/2015 Ruth Mecartea 08/18/2015 Ruth M. Miller 07/30/2015 William B. Offner 08/16/2015 Larry D. Plummer 08/26/2015 Lawrence Shebanek 08/05/2015 Mark Sheeler 08/06/2015 Ronald L. Sichmeller 07/31/2015 Ronald L. Siddle 08/26/2015 Virginia B. White 08/30/2015 DRAWING WINNERS FOR AUGUST Cynthia Billingslea Jim Yip Linda Pickron Julio Venegas Here s How You Can Be Our Next Winner: 1st - Make any purchase from the Employees Association Office or your Association Representative. Employees 2015 Association Report Is Now Available Online 2nd - Write your name and phone extension on a raffle ticket (1 per $ purchase). Drop in the raffle box or give to your Association representative. 3rd - At the beginning of every month a drawing is held from all raffle tickets turned in for the previous month. 4th - Show Department identification for your prize. 5th - You have 2 weeks to claim your prize! It s That Simple... Visit Our Intranet Home Page Click on: Employees Association 36 ASSOCIATION REPORT

39 Get discounts on health and wellness services WellCard discount card available for LADWP employees The complimentary WellCard discount card can save you and your family money on: Doctor s office visits Prescription drugs Dental, vision, and hearing products and services Lab work, MRIs and X-rays It also provides access to the following programs: 24/7/365 doctor telephone consult Medical bill help Free online health library Cash rewards mall and more Attend a 1-to-1 counseling session with your benefits counselor, who can review your benefits and the following Colonial Life coverage options: Accident insurance Disability insurance Hospital confinement indemnity insurance Cancer insurance Critical illness insurance Life insurance (Long-term care benefit rider and juvenile life policies are also available at an additional cost.) Schedule a 1-to-1 benefits counseling session to receive your card and start enjoying discounts. For more information: Olivia Alvitre Olivia.Alvitre@ColonialLife.com Ca Lic. #0I26108 Shari Rosemblat Shari.Rosemblat@ColonialLife.com Ca Lic. #0C03059 Maggie Collin Maggie.Collin@ColonialLife.com Ca Lic. #0A94381 Terry Hunt Terry.Hunt@ColonialLife.com Ca Lic. #0G28748 Robert Spearman Robert.Spearman@ColonialLife.com Ca Lic. #0D23078 Maria Johnson Maria.Johnson@ColonialLife.com Ca Lic. #0C98727 Steve Castaneda Steven.Castaneda@ColonialLife.com Ca Lic. #0D47057 Mario Houston Mario.Houston@ColonialLife.com Ca Lic. #0C25151 The WellCard discount program is powered by AccessOne Consumer Health, Inc., 84 Villa Rd, Greenville, S.C , This is not a Part D Medicare prescription drug program. This is not insurance and is not intended to replace insurance. Discounts are only available at participating pharmacies and providers. Payment must be made at the time of service to receive discounts from participating providers. Void where prohibited by law Colonial Life & Accident Insurance Company, Columbia, SC Colonial Life insurance products are underwritten by Colonial Life & Accident Insurance Company, for which Colonial Life is the marketing brand. ColonialLife.com

40 MUTUAL BENEFIT PLAN A BENEFIT YOU CAN COUNT ON! WHAT IS THE MUTUAL BENEFIT PLAN? The Mutual Benefit Plan is a low cost death benefit coverage offered by your Employees Association. The Plan is designed to provide expeditious payments to the designated beneficiary of both active and retired Los Angeles Department of Water and Power employees. REASONS TO JOIN THE PLAN Immediate 50% Payment to the Beneficiary Benefit is Non-taxable Your Coverage Will Never Be Reduced or Canceled because of age or health HOW DO YOU PAY FOR THE PLAN? Monthly payments are automatically payroll deducted from employee s paycheck. EMPLOYEE BENEFIT Employee Coverage: Applies to all active and retired employees enrolled in the Mutual Benefit Plan. Benefit Guarantee: Your coverage will always remain the same as long as account is in good standing. No Medical Exam: No medical exam is required to qualify, all you have to do is answer a few short health questions. DEPENDENTS Dependent Coverage: Available for children ages 3 to 17 years old. Benefit in Force: Benefit will stay in force as long as the employee is a member in good standing. Dependent s benefit will end when dependent reaches age 18. No Medical Exam: No medical exam is required, just answer a short questionnaire. Employee / Spouse Membership Schedule Plan Coverage $5,000 $10,000 $15,000 $20,000 Monthly Membership Fees (based on coverage and age) Ages $0.55 $1.10 $1.65 $2.20 Ages $0.90 $1.80 $2.70 $3.60 Ages $2.05 $4.10 $6.15 $8.20 Ages $5.25 $10.50 $15.75 $21.00 Ages 65 & over $12.00 $24.00 $36.00 $48.00 Dependent Membership Schedule Plan Coverage $5,000 $10,000 $15,000 $20,000 Monthly Membership Fees (based on coverage and age) Ages 3-17 $3.00 $6.00 $9.00 $12.00 ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS To be eligible for a $20,000 membership, the employee or spouse must be 39 years or younger. SPOUSE BENEFIT Spouse Coverage: Only applies to spouses of those employees enrolled in the Mutual Benefit Plan. Benefit in Force Benefit will stay in force as long as the employee is currently enrolled in the Mutual Death Benefit Plan. Medical Exams: A completed medical questionnaire is required with doctor s verification. To be eligible for a $15,000 or $10,000 membership, the employee or spouse must be 49 years or younger. To be eligible for a $5,000 membership, the employee must be 59 years or younger To be eligible for a $5,000 membership, the spouse must be 49 years or younger. Employees cannot apply for this benefit after 59 years of age. Spouses cannot apply for this benefit after 49 years of age. All benefits are based on the employees active membership to the Mutual Benefit Plan. The committee has final discretion in accepting applications. Application must be submitted 30 days before qualifying birthdate. Visit or call your Employees Association for more information (213)