Announcement
State House Update
On Thursday, September 1, MBTA leadership submitted this annual procurement report to the Massachusetts House and Massachusetts Senate, pursuant to the transportation reform law passed in 2015. This report continues to use the same flawed logic that has shaped the MBTA reform debate for months – that outsourcing will somehow fix decades of neglect, woefully…
Read MoreRecipient of the 2016 ATU Luther Hall Memorial Scholarship Named
Dear Brothers and Sisters, We would like to announce that Julia Casey is a recipient of the 2016 ATU Luther Hall Memorial Scholarship. Julia is the granddaughter of William J. Casey who is a retiree of area 126. She was one of five people to receive this scholarship from the ATU in the amount of $8,000.…
Read MoreMBTA union pushing back against privatization proposal
Associated Press, June 4, 2016 BOSTON (AP) — A union representing Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority workers is pushing back against plans to privatize fare collection services. Boston Carmen’s Union, Local 589 President James O’Brien says privatization doesn’t equal improved service or reduced costs. Click here to read more….
Read MoreFighting For A Better Workstation
Dear Brothers and Sisters, Below is a short video about the International ATU’s Campaign to Fix Driver Workstations, which we encourage you to watch. In the video, International ATU President Larry Hanley explains how he is looking for all locals, including Local 589, to approve a “Resolution to End Fatalities and Injuries Resulting From Poor Bus…
Read MoreStanding with IAM Local 264
Yesterday, Local 589’s execuitve board and members were proud to stand with our brothers and sisters from IAM Local 264 Boston at two rallies against further privatization of our public transportation system. The first rally was in the morning outside of the Transportation Building. The second was at the Lynn Garage. We appreciate the shout out…
Read MorePrivatization Rally This Tuesday (8/7)
Please join our union brothers and sisters of IAM Local 264 Boston for a rally against privatization of the MBTA this Tuesday (8/7) @ 8:00 a.m. outside the Transportation Building (10 Park Plaza, Boston, MA). All Local 589 retirees and members (who are not working) should attend. #solidarity #please_share
Read MoreLetter from ATU Int’l President Larry Hanley re: the Norton Family and Be the Match Program
Dear Brothers and Sisters, We are reaching out today, asking you to help one of our members, Barry Norton. Barry has been a member of the Boston Carmen’s Union for 13 years. On July 12, Barry’s 23 year-old son was tragically diagnosed with leukemia. Barry and his family have been doing everything they can to fight,…
Read MoreElection Results for Blue Line Barn Captain
Click on the image on the left to see results from the recent special election for MBTA Blue Line (RTL) barn captain.
Read MoreHelp Rebuild Puerto Rico
Want to help Puerto Rico? Now you can. See the attached flyer. Our union brother and Barn Captain Jose Cruz said people can drop off supplies at Cabot and he will bring the items to this drop off location. The deadline is Oct. 8. All help is appreciated!!!
Read MoreOne of Our Union Brothers Needs Your Help
Brothers and Sisters, We are reaching out today, asking you to help one of our members, Barry Norton. Barry has been a member of the Boston Carmen’s Union for 13 years, he currently works out of Riverside as a Green Line repairman. On July 12, Barry’s 23 year-old son was diagnosed with leukemia. Barry and his…
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