Archive for September 2020
President Evers Statement on Tragic Accident at Charlestown Bus Yard
“This morning, the Boston Carmen’s Union lost a long-time member of our Union and MBTA family. This was a tragic accident, our condolences are with the family and friends of Bernadin Etienne during this difficult time. As always, the Union remains focused on supporting our members and Bernadin’s family. We will work with the MBTA…
Read MoreOpen Period to Submit Proposals to Working Agreement
To All Local 589 Members The current Working Contract expires June 30, 2010. The Union and the Authority will meet and exchange proposals for the next Working Agreement (Contract). Any Member wishing to submit a Contract Proposal for the Working Agreement must put it in writing and submit it (via U.S. Mail, E-mail, or Fax)…
Read MoreHappy Labor Day!
“We’re all in this together!” is a rallying cry that has brought our members together, in service to the public, for more than a century. Carmen’s Union members moved the people of Greater Boston through the flu pandemic of 1918 just as we have through the COVID-19 pandemic this year. A Boston Globe story from…
Read MoreDon’t Forget to Vote Today!
Today (9/1) is Election Day and polls are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. statewide. Click here for a list of candidates Local 589 has endorsed. Remember to check your polling place before you vote as some may have been moved to locations better suited to social distancing. #VoteUnion #StatePrimary
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