Posts by Local589 Admin
Jamel Mullgrave Elected Charlestown/Salem Street Barn Captain
Congratulations to Jamel Mullgrave who was elected Charlestown/Salem Street Barn Captain today. Thank you to Bill Hubacheck for putting your name on the ballot and for running a great race.
Read MoreMass. AFL-CIO Biennial Constitutional Convention
This week, the Local 589 Executive Board served as delegates to the biannual constitutional convention of the Massachusetts AFL-CIO. In addition to informative panel discussions and meeting with some of the top political officials in the state, 589 was proud to support Chrissy Lynch as she was elected to become the first female President of…
Read MoreLooking for Money for Your Child’s College Education?
Looking for money for your child’s college education? As a member in good standing, your child (graduating high school seniors) may be eligible for the following scholarships: 2024 National ATU Scholarship: Awards: Five $8,000 scholarships are awarded each year. A sixth $2,000 scholarship is available for award to an applicant who will attend a technical or…
Read MoreE-Board Visit to MBTA Quincy Bus Garage
Thank you to all our members at the MBTA Quincy Bus Garage who took time to say hello and share their thoughts on the MBTA and our union with the execuitve board. Thank you for all you do to keep our city moving! Click here to see more photos from the visit.
Read MoreMunicipal Elections Today (Nov. 7)
Municipal elections are being held TODAY (Nov. 7) in several Massachusetts communities. Polls are open from 7am to 8pm ET. Below is a list of pro-union, pro-transit candidates our union has endorsed. All members, retirees, and their families are encouraged to support these candidates. Click here if you are unsure where to vote. City of Boston:…
Read MoreUnion Meeting on Tues., Nov. 21 at BTU
The regular meeting of the membership will be held on Tuesday, November 21, 2023, at the Boston Teachers Union, 180 Mount Vernon Street, Dorchester, MA. The regular order of business will be transacted. The morning session will start at 10am and the evening session at 8pm. The following cases are recommended for arbitration: Rodney Pierre-Louis #472075 …
Read MoreFall 2023 Carmen’s Quarterly is Out Now
We’re excited to announce that the fall edition of Carmen’s Quarterly is now available! You can read the newsletter online now, or check your mailbox for the print copy in the coming days. This edition includes highlights from our annual Golf Tournament, the MBTA’s 46th Annual Bus Roadeo, a celebration of our new contract, and…
Read MoreThankful for You
Dear Brothers and Sisters, This Thanksgiving, we are thankful for Governor Healey and General Manager Eng for their commitment to working collaboratively with our union and for their strong support of our public transportation system. Our new contract, which included wage increases and recognition of longevity, was the first step in our efforts to fix…
Read MoreHappy Hanukkah!
Happy first night of Hanukkah to all our union brothers and sisters, riders, and their families who celebrate! #hanukkah2023
Read MoreHappy Birthday Int’l ATU President John A. Costa
Please join the Local 589 Executive Board in wishing our International Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU) President John A. Costa a happy birthday! Thank you John for your steadfast leadership during challenging times to make our union stronger. #ATUStrongerTogether
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