Today, we honor all who have served our country with courage and dedication, particularly our Local 589 and fellow ATU brothers and sisters. Your service has strengthened our nation and ensured our safety. Thank you, veterans, for your unwavering commitment. #VeteransDay #thankyouforyourservice
Don’t miss our next union meeting, offered at two convenient times. It’s a great way to stay informed and catch up with your fellow union brothers and sisters. Remember, an informed membership makes a strong union.
ATTENTION MEMBERS: Later this week, the MBTA will be posting internal bids for bus, streetcar and heavy rail operating positions. These bids will be open for approximately two weeks. If any active members have previously applied to external postings for these positions, you will have to re-apply through these bids. If anyone is interested in…
This week, focus groups of Streetcar Motorpersons from the Green Line viewed the full-scale mockup of the upcoming Type 10 car. This mockup is the result of ongoing collaboration between Local 589 and MBTA vehicle engineering, featuring a cab space with improved legroom and visibility compared to the previous Type 9 vehicle. The operator’s cab…
When shopping for Halloween candy, let your dollars support fair wages and respect for workers’ rights. Choose treats that back good jobs and uphold the value of American labor. #UnionStrong #Solidarity #Halloween #MadeInAmerica
This election day, it’s important to make your voice heard! As a public transit worker, the decisions made by elected officials directly affect things like your salary, your benefits, and your work environment. Politics affect every aspect of your job, so make sure you are involved in this year’s elections. Check your polling location in…
Below is a list of pro-union, pro-transit candidates our union has endorsed in the Massachusetts general election on Tuesday, November 5, 2024. On Election Day, polls are open from 7am to 8pm ET. All members, retirees, and their families are encouraged to support these candidates. Click here if you are unsure where to vote. Let’s make…
The summer edition of Carmen’s Quarterly has arrived! This issue highlights some of the great events that took place this summer, including the Annual Golf Tournament, the MBTA Bus Roadeo and the first-ever Apprentice Graduation. Flip through for the latest information and updates for Carmen’s Union Local 589. Click on the magazine cover below to…
Dear Members, Representatives from the United Way will be at Cabot Garage on Monday, September 30, from 9:30 a.m. to noon to discuss their 2024 fundraising campaign. We encourage you to stop by if you’d like to learn more or get involved. In solidarity, Executive Board Boston Carmen’s Union, Local 589
Join Local 589’s Executive Board in congratulating our members who competed in the MBTA’s 2024 Annual Rail Roadeo, held last weekend at Riverside. A total of 27 operators and 16 repairers, across six teams, demonstrated their impressive expertise in both operations and maintenance. Special recognition goes to the top performers: Operators: Antonio Juarez—Red Line Matthew…
Today, we honor our former union brother Gerard “Jerry” Dewan, who tragically lost his life on 9/11. Jerry grew up in Roslindale, attending Sacred Heart Grammar School and Don Bosco High School, before beginning his career as an Arborway driver with the MBTA. In 1996, he followed his passion and moved to New York to…
Attention Members: Tomorrow’s field visit to Lynn Garage has been canceled due to a scheduling conflict. We will reschedule and inform you of the new date once it is set. Thank you.
Thank you to all our sponsors and participants for making last Friday’s annual golf tournament at Brookmeadow Country Club in Canton a tremendous success. As always, it was a fantastic day for everyone involved. The tournament not only provided a great time but also supported Local 589’s COPE (Committee on Political Education) fund. Click here…
This weekend, thanks to the efforts of Delegates Cora, Cruz, and the E-Board, Local 589 successfully covered a larger share of shuttle work for the Red Line diversion. A big thank you to everyone who stepped up to help—our riders and communities depend on you. To maintain this higher level of in-house shuttle coverage, please…
Today is primary election day in Massachusetts, and the polls are open until 8 p.m. Don’t forget to vote! We encourage you to support the pro-union candidates endorsed by Local 589. Click here for a list of our endorsed candidates and to find your polling location.