Posts by Local589 Admin
All MBTA Bus Drivers to Gain Option for Full-Time Work Under New Agreement
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 25, 2023, 3:00 PM EST Contact on behalf of Carmen’s Local 589 (ATU): Christine Lamitina, 617-599-9370, Local589ATU@617mediagroup.com All MBTA bus drivers to gain option for full-time work under new agreement reached between MBTA and Carmen’s Local 589 (ATU) Union hails agreement as one that will benefit riders, community, and will improve worker…
Read MoreAnniversary of Local 265 Shooting
Two years ago today, we lost 10 of our Local 265-San Jose, CA brothers to a senseless act of gun violence. We will never forget them or the heartbroken families and friends they left behind. Like us, our Local 265 brothers were just looking to do their jobs and help people get to their destinations…
Read MoreSummer Meeting of the New England Joint Legislative Conference
Today, Local 589 President Jim Evers hosted the summer meeting of the New England Joint Legislative Conference. Comprised of Locals from across New England, the Joint Conference was joined by ATU Local 689 from Washington DC; ATU Local 113 from Toronto; and by International ATU Vice Presidents Richard Murphy, Steve MacDougall, and Mark Henry. Over…
Read More2023 Golf Tournament Is Sold Out!
The 2023 Annual Boston Carmen’s Union Local 589 Golf Tournament is officially SOLD OUT. If you didn’t get to play this year, we hope to see you next year. Any questions, contact Bill Berardino at wberardino@carmensunion.org or 617-542-8212.
Read MoreRepresenting Our Union
One of the executive board’s many jobs is to represent our union at events and fundraisers for our friends. Below are photos of the executive board at recent events for State Representative Dan Ryan, Fred Happel Councilor-at-Large, and the National Postal Mail Handlers Union Local 301 of New England. Also in the photos are State…
Read MoreMake It a Union-Made Fourth of July
Unions and the idea of independence go hand-in-hand as workers gain more freedom and a voice by organizing their workplaces. When you shop for your July 4th get-together, choose union-made products from ethical companies that treat workers fairly. #independanceday #4thofjuly2023
Read MoreTips to Help Stay Safe on the Job This Summer
With high temperatures and brutal humidity across North America, our members are facing dangerous conditions on the job. Here are tips to help stay safe on the job this summer. #heatstressprevention
Read MoreSpecial Meeting of the Membership on Sunday (7/30) at IBEW Local 103
Contract Ratified!
This morning, at a special meeting of the membership, the members in attendance unanimously voted to ratify an agreement with the MBTA. The Executive Board is very pleased with the contract and we appreciate the ongoing efforts of our members to Build a Better T. If anyone has questions regarding the terms of this agreement,…
Read MorePress Conference Tomorrow (8/2) on New Labor Agreement
Employee retention at heart of new labor deal for largest union at MBTA The four-year agreement between ATU Local 589 and MBTA seeks to bolster MBTA workforce numbers BOSTON, MA: Governor Maura Healey, Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) officials, MBTA officials, and members of Boston Carmen’s ATU Local 589 will host a press availability on…
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