Be sure to request a withdrawal card when being laid off, going on a leave of absence, lengthy medical leave for an on or off-the-job injury (when exceeding a full calendar month), being called up for military service or terminating your employment.  All fees, including initiation, back dues and/or late fees must be paid before a withdrawal card can be issued.  Your dues must be current (paid through the month in which you take out the withdrawal card) to issue you a withdrawal card.  Please take the time to protect your membership status by calling our office immediately upon your absence from your employment.  Failure to call our office to request a withdrawal card may result in you owing additional dues.  If you should ever have any questions regarding your membership status, please call our office at (503) 257-0162.