Thank you

By,

Christine O’Hara , CPP

2008 Chapter Officers

President

Chris O”Hara, CPP

Vice President

Mary Kazmierczak, CPP

Recording Secretary

Gabriel Vergara, CPP

Treasurer

Hank Mazik, CPP

Gov. Liaison

Katie Staffeldt, CPP

Correspondence

Secretary

Mary Weiner, CPP

Education Director

Carolyn Kerkman CPP

As we come to the close of 2008 I’d like to wish everyone a blessed and happy holiday season and all the best for 2009. It also marks the closing of my years as President of the Chicago Chapter. It has been my pleasure to serve as the Chapter’s President and to work with such a great group of people including all the board members, chapter members and vendors. Together we have made changes in individual’s professional and personal lives through our review classes, meetings and donations. During these years the Chapter has received special recognition from APA, celebrated 25 years as a chapter and received recognition from various charities. We’ve made changes over the years such as updating our website, adding PayPal, working with the other Illinois Chapters on a successful combined statewide. These accomplishments make me very proud of the work we’ve done over the years. My hope for the future is that in these economic times our members will continue to support the Chapter so we can continue to grow. It really does pay to network and continue with your education.

As my final quote from ‘Anonymous’ please remember:

“When you do nothing, you feel overwhelmed and powerless. But when you get involved, you feel the sense of hope and accomplishment that comes from knowing you are working to make things better.”

I wish you all the best in your payroll careers. If you ever need any help please feel free to contact me at 312-474-3221.

Sincerely,

Christine O’Hara, CPP

Past President

Chicago Chapter

Christine.O’Hara@Infores.com

2009 Chapter Officers

__________________

President

Mary Kazmierczak,CPP

Vice President

Paula Black, CPP

Treasurer

Hank Mazik, CPP

Gov. Liaison

Carolyn Kerkman CPP

Education Director

Katie Staffeldt, CPP

Correspondence

Secretary

Mary Weiner, CPP

Recording Secretary

Kathy Mizejewski, CPP

Membership

Patricia Gaughan,CPP

The weather outside is frightful,

The Chicago Chapter is Delightful!

We cannot commence with Year End. . .

Messages we must send to Chapter Friends!

Without further Adieu,

Seasons Greetings to You!

May your Holidays be Bigger & Brighter!

With Family, Friends and Good Cheer

Ushering in the New Year!

Sent to you the first Tuesday each month the CAPA Newsletter!

A year ahead filled with education and valuable information

Networking, Community Support and Appreciation!

CAPA will continue to deliver

As we close the year we turned Silver!

Into 2009 we will ride

Building our professional pride

Certification review courses, meetings and government updates

Vast opportunities to fill your professional plates

We appreciate your involvement, support and friendships

We look forward to enhancing your CAPA memberships

Happy Holidays to you and yours!

Your Chicago Chapter Board,

Paula, Hank, Mary, Katie, Carolyn, Kathy, Pat & Mary Kay

Please Help me!

Chapter Presidents Wish List!

As your newly elected President, I wish to lead with openness.

Yes my wish is to be “Open”

Open Eyes to new opportunities

Open ears to hear all suggestions and messages

Open arms to embrace old friends and welcome new friends

Open mind to always be learning

Open hands to provide the best possible service

Open heart to share the love of our profession

Will you help me with my list?

It is quite simple you will see!

To make my wishes BE!

We are not just a chapter- We are family

Be Open-Share your Chapter wishes

With Me!

Thank you,

Mary Kazmierczak, CPP (Mary Kay)

Chicago Chapter, President

Success is the sum of small efforts, repeated day in and day out.

By Robert Collier

!!! Government Updates for 2009 !!!

Recently Released Rates for 2009

The Social Security Administration announced on Thursday, October 16, 2008, that the 2009 social security wage base will be $106,800. The maximum social security tax employees and employers will each pay in 2009 is $6,621.60.

401(k):

Annual Compensation Limit: increased from $230k to $245k

401(k) contribution increased from $15500 to $16500

Catch-up contribution increased from $5000 to $5500

Commuter:

Parking Limit: increased from $220 to $230 per month

Voucher Fare Media Limit increased from $115 to $120

Extra! Extra

“It Pay$ To Know $ “

Next edition will be delivered to an e-mail box near you on January 6, 2009.