Archive for December 2020

POLL: 64% of Mass Residents Oppose MBTA Service Cuts

A new poll from MassINC finds nearly two-thirds (64%) of residents statewide oppose the system-wide service cuts proposed by the MBTA. About as many (66%) would rather the State Legislature give the transit agency more funding to close its budget gap. If the cuts are made, only 36% think it is likely the MBTA will…

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E-Board Visit to Southampton Garage

Thank you to all the members who took time to say hello and share their thoughts and concerns with Local 589’s E-Board during yesterday’s visit to the Southampton Garage. Click here to see more photos from the visit.

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Spring Pick Money + Raise

Dear Brothers and Sisters, It has been great seeing many of you at our e-board visits around the system. As always, thank you for sharing your thoughts, questions, and concerns with me and the other members of the executive board. Two issues that I have received many questions about are the spring pick money we…

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T board scales back service cuts, takes swipe at Beacon Hill

Commonwealth Magazine | Bruce Mohl | Dec 14, 2020 THE MBTA’s Fiscal and Management Control Board approved a series of scaled-back service cuts on Monday and then, in an apparent swipe at Beacon Hill, voted not to raise fares on bus and subway riders until service hours and ridership on those transportation modes return to pre-COVID levels.…

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Happy Holidays to All

This year has been a tough one for so many. At the same time, we saw a focus on community, togetherness, and supporting each other. This is the true spirit of our union.  It is the season of giving, and so many in our community are facing challenges this year. The events of 2020 have…

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