Posts by Local589 Admin
11/11/22 – Latest Retirement Negotiations Update
Brothers and Sisters, As many are aware, Local 589 is currently involved in active and ongoing negotiations with MBTA management over the Pension plan. These discussions and meetings have taken place regularly and the process is continually progressing. The memo of interpretation is an agreement that has already been reached by the parties and remains…
Read MoreOnly Those From Division 3 Vote Tomorrow (11/21)
There is only one race on the ballot (see below) tomorrow and it’s for Division 3 Delegate. This means only people from Division 3 can vote. Retirees are also not able to vote. Voting is at the Boston Teachers Union Hall, 180 Mt. Vernon St., Dorchester, MA (near the JFK MBTA Station on the Red Line). Voting hours are 9:00 AM…
Read MorePrimary Election Results
Results from today’s primary election for Division 3 Delegate. Thank you to all that came out to vote.
Read MoreSample Ballots Available for Monday’s (12/5) Final Election
Click here to view sample ballots for Monday’s (12/5) Final Election. Voting is at the Boston Teachers Union Hall (180 Mt. Vernon St., Dorchester, MA) from 9am to 9pm. Identification will be required to vote. Please make a plan to vote.
Read MoreResults from Today’s Final Election
Below are the results from today’s final election. Thank you to everyone who voted today. Congratulations to the winners. For those who campaigned, but came up short, thank you for running. Our union is best served when we all actively participate, including voting and serving our union brothers and sisters in elected positions. #StrongerTogether #UnionStrong
Read MoreObituary: Retired Local 589 V.P. James M. ‘’Jim’’ Evers
Please join us in offering our deepest condolences to Local 589 President Jim Evers, Jr. on the passing of his father, Jim Evers, Sr., who proudly served our union as a vice president and delegate of division 1. We join with the Evers family at this very difficult time. Below is his obituary. ……………………………….. OBITUARY:…
Read MoreIntl. ATU Pres. Costa and VP MacDougall in Town Today and Tomorrow!
Today (12/19), International ATU President John Costa and Vice President Stephan MacDougall are visiting Cabot Bus and Rail Repair Shop and Reservoir (Green Line). Tomorrow night (12/20) at our monthly union meeting, President Costa will swear in our new e-board and barn captains. Don’t miss it!
Read MoreThank You For a Great 2022!
2022 has been a huge year of progress for Massachusetts public transit, and Local 589 was right at the forefront. In the past year, our union: Helped create a Green Line Extension to make our communities more connected. Fought for the Fair Share Amendment and won, investing in our communities and public transit. Elected bold…
Read MoreHappy 2023!
Happy New Year to our members and riders! We look forward to making 2023 a year of progress and keeping our communities moving. Special shoutout to our members working tonight who are helping our riders get safely to and from their New Year’s Eve celebrations. #newyearseve #StrongerTogether
Read MoreCampaign Volunteers Needed This Saturday (10/22)
Brothers and Sisters, Many of you have asked how you can support our endorsed candidates win their elections on Nov. 8. Below are two volunteer events that are happening this Saturday. Please feel free to bring your friends and family. LABOR WALK IN DORCHESTER: When: Saturday, 10/22 at 9:00am Who: Attorney General Maura Healey, Mayor…
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