Archive for August 2022
Fall Pick Feedback Survey
Attention bus, heavy rail, and light rail operators. This summer, bus and rail Delegates Hogan, Jean, Cruz, and Page worked with the MBTA’s plans and schedules department to create a fall pick feedback survey. This survey, weighted by seniority, will assist the Delegates and MBTA scheduling department in crafting work that better reflects the needs and…
Read MoreSOLD OUT — 589 Family Fun Day & Picnic
This event is sold out. Dear Brothers and Sisters, Local 589’s Executive Board is proud to announce the first 589 Family Fun Day and Picnic on Sunday, Sept. 11, 2022, at Canobie Lake Park (85 N. Policy Street, Salem, NH 03079) from 10:30am to 7:30pm. Children 3 years and under go for free. For those 4 and older,…
Read MoreMaura Healy: T’s workforce is demoralized and short-handed
In a recent interview in Commonwealth Magazine, Massachusetts Attorney General and Democratic candidate for governor Maura Healy said the said the T’s workforce is demoralized and short-handed. She said she would work with high schools, vocational technical schools, and community colleges to create a pipeline for the next generation of transportation workers. “It’s not just investing…
Read MoreRequest for Local 589 Member Contract Proposals for the Working Agreement
The current Working Contract expires June 30, 2023. The Union and the Authority will meet and exchange proposals in early 2023 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 to the union office by Monday, September 12,…
Read More2022 Political Endorsements
Below is a list of pro-union candidates Local 589 has endorsed. All members, retirees, and their families are encouraged to support these candidates in their upcoming elections. If you are unsure where to vote, click here. General Court: Alex Bezanson, Plymouth County Commissioner Chris lannella, Governors Council Diana DiZoglio, Auditor Kevin Hayden, Suffolk County District Attorney…
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