Posts by Local589 Admin
Sample Ballot for Local 589’s Primary Election
Attached is sample ballot for Local 589’s Primary Election on Monday, November 18, 2019. Voting is open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. at the Boston Teachers Union Hall (180 Mt Vernon St, Dorchester, MA 02125). Good luck to all the candidates and thank you for stepping up and putting your name on the ballot!…
Read More41 New Members
Please join us in welcoming 41 new bus operators who joined our union today. Also in attendance were Assistant Secretary Marcus Taylor, President-Elect James Evers, Financial Secretary/Treasurer James Bradley, Division 3 Delegate Patrick Hogan, and Charlestown Barn Captain Robert Bond. #WeRise #InItTogether
Read MoreLooking for money for your child’s college education?
Looking for money for your child’s college education? As a member in good standing, your child (graduating high school seniors) may be eligible for the following scholarships: Massachusetts AFL-CIO Scholarship: Awards: Awardees receive between $500 and $16,000 towards their education. Application/Rules: https://www.massaflcio.org/scholarships. Deadline: December 20, 2019 National ATU Scholarship: Awards: Five $8,000 scholarships are awarded each year. A…
Read MoreLabor Guild Graduates
Please join us in congratulating the following Local 589 members who graduated from the Labor Guild tonight: Anthony Lucas, Benjamin Carpenter, Charles Stevens, Dion Martin, Javon Langford, Katherine Mullen, Laverne Pina, Marcus Taylor, Michelle Frechette, Patrick Cullen, Raymond Curto, Robert Bond, and Stacy Gardner.
Read More2019 Political Endorsements
Today (11/5) is Election Day in Massachusetts. All members, retirees, and their families are encouraged to support the pro-union, pro-working family candidates Local 589 has endorsed below. If you are unsure where to vote, click here. If you are not registered to vote, click here. Boston: Andrea Campbell – Boston City Council, District 4 Annissa Essabibi-George – Boston…
Read MoreLast Call for Electronic Picking Training
Attention Charlestown and Bennett Operators This is the last call for electronic picking training. Electronic picking for Charlestown and Bennett will begin Friday 11/8. We have EXTENDED coached training at Charlestown Lobby to Wednesday, Nov. 6 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. If you would like to train on your own, please complete your training…
Read MoreImportant Election Information
Dear 589 Family, We understand election time can be confusing with so many people campaigning. That is why we wanted to provide you with information about the upcoming elections, including who you can vote for as well as when and where you can vote. Important Dates: Nominations: Monday, November 4, 2019, from 9am till 9pm at the Boston Carmen’s…
Read MoreATU Mourns the Passing of International Secretary-Treasurer Oscar Owens
Yesterday, the Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU) lost a revered leader and tireless activist with the passing of International Secretary-Treasurer Oscar Owens after a brief illness. Devoting more than 53 years of his life to the ATU, Owens maintained a fierce desire to continue serving the ATU up until his death. He leaves behind an extraordinary legacy…
Read MoreNomination of General Officers / Executive Board Members and Barn Captains
2019 MBTA Bus Roadeo
Join us in congratulating all our union brothers and sisters who competed in today’s 2019 MBTA Bus Roadeo — especially seven-time champion Willis Rose who took first place. This year was one of the biggest turnouts in awhile with 49 competitors in all. #WeMoveMA #589Pride Thanks to Jordan King for the photo.
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