Announcement

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…

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…

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…

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

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  

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,…

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…

Today, the MBTA’s Board of Directors approved the tentative agreement between the T and Local 589 aimed at improving frontline employee retention and recruitment. Watch the video below for highlights from yesterday’s announcement with Governor Maura Healey.

Happy Labor Day to all of our dedicated members who help keep our city moving day in and day out. Labor Day is a reminder of the tremendous progress achieved by the labor movement. This year’s celebration is extra special, as it comes right after our recent contract ratification, which secured a pay raise and…