Posts by Local589 Admin
Congrats to New E-Board and Barn Captains!
Thank you to International ATU President John Costa for swearing in our new executive board and barn captains ─ and reminding us that we are ONE ATU! Please join us in congratulating all those who were sworn in last night as well as thank those who served. Click here to see photos from the swearing in…
Read MoreInt’l. ATU President to Swear in New E-Board and Barn Captains
Don’t miss TOMORROW’S (12/17) monthly union meeting at the BTU Hall as International ATU President John Costa swears in our newly elected executive board and barn captains. The morning session will start at 10:00 a.m. and the evening session at 8:00 p.m. Hope to see you there! In Solidarity, Executive BoardBoston Carmen’s Union, Local 589
Read MoreStatement from Boston Carmen’s Union President on MBTA’s Safety Review Report
“There’s nothing in this report that comes as a surprise to anyone who works for ─ and truly understands ─ the MBTA. Management has made decisions that have compromised safety for far too long. The Boston Carmen’s Union has raised concerns related to MBTA safety for years, both publicly and behind closed doors ─ about…
Read MoreFinal Election Results
Below are the results from today’s final election. Congrats to all those who ran. Win or lose, all our champions. Now we move forward as one union. #OneUnion #WeMoveMA
Read MoreMass. House Overrides Gov. Baker’s Janus Bill Veto
State House News Service | Michael P. Norton | September 18, 2019 Gov. Charlie Baker’s veto of a union-backed collective bargaining dues bill was easily overturned Wednesday in the House, as all but one Republican lawmaker deserted the governor and joined Democrats in backing the so-called Janus bill. Baker’s override did not trigger any debate…
Read MoreLocal 589 Responds to Red Line Derailment Report
In report released today, the MBTA cited a broken axle damaged by a ground ring as the cause of a June 11 Red Line derailment at the JFK/UMass stop. In response to the report, Local 589’s President Jimmy O’Brien issued the following statement that the MBTA should have invested more in personnel and testing before…
Read MoreHappy 4th of July!
Good Afternoon 589 Family, It has been a rainy couple of months, but summer is starting to heat up. Let’s be mindful of the heat and humidity by drinking lots of fluids and staying hydrated. Although there is a lot of negativity surrounding the T right now, all we can do — as the Patriots…
Read MoreWBUR Poll: Just 29% Approve Of The Way Baker Has Handled The MBTA
WBUR | By Zeninjor Enwemeka | June 27, 2019 Boston-area voters are really frustrated with transportation — and they don’t like how the MBTA has been handled by state leaders, according to a new WBUR poll (topline results, crosstabs). Compared with five years ago, just 4% of survey respondents say it’s gotten easier to get around the region.…
Read MoreInformational Meeting on the Pension Fund
We know there are a lot of questions pertaining to recent news about the MBTARF and, as a result, there is misinformation being shared. First and foremost, we have not, in any way, entered into the state pension system. Additionally, it does not affect your pension benefits or eligibility in any way. The MBTARF Board…
Read MoreCelebrating the Life of Larry Hanley
Today, Local 589 President Jimmy O’Brien, Delegate Pat Hogan, Delegate Jim Donovan, Delegate Mike Keller, and Delegate Allen Lee represented the Boston Carmen’s Union at a celebration honoring the life of our dear departed friend and International ATU President Larry Hanley. RIP Larry and thank you for your leadership and for dedicating your life to…
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