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,…
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
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
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…
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.
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…
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…
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…
Today, several of our members courageously testified about the physical and verbal assaults they endured while simply doing their jobs. Their testimony was heard by members of the Joint Committee on the Judiciary in support of H.1669, which would impose stricter punishments for those convicted of assaulting public transit workers. If you were unable to attend…
Brothers and Sisters, There is a hearing on Tuesday (5/16) from 1-5 PM at the State House in room in A-2 on H.1669. If passed, this bill would impose stricter punishments for those convicted of assaulting public transit workers. The bill, put forth by State Rep. Joe McGonagle, Jr. of Everett, also includes coughing, spitting, or flinging bodily…
Don’t miss our 2023 Annual Boston Carmen’s Union Golf Tournament on Friday, September 8, 2023, at the Brookmeadow Country Club, 100 Everendon Rd, Canton, MA 02021. Shotgun start at 8:00 a.m. Make your own foursome or enter as a single. Cost is $150 per golfer. Click here to download a registration form, fill it out,…
Local 589 sisters Shateara Battle and Katie Kalugin are co-chairs of the MBTA’s Diversity Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Employee Advisory Council. They are looking for other Local 589 members to join. Click here to learn more about the Council.
Today we celebrated the storied career of 50+ year member Thomas Connolly. Tom, who wrapped up his career with the MBTA last fall, was an icon of the Bennett/North Cambridge district and spent much of his career operating early morning trackless trolley trips on the 71, 72 and 73 routes out of Harvard Square. His…
Boston Globe | By Abby Patkin | March 28, 2023 A Green Line train emerges from the subterranean belly of Kenmore Station, loaded with passengers as it chugs along the Boston College branch at evening rush hour. Operator Wali Holly’s voice crackles over the intercom, giving the usual reminder to request above-ground stops. Then he adds…