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Help Us Improve Working Conditions

Dear Members, Student interns from the ATU International, in partnership with Local 589, have created a brief 5-7 minute survey to gather your suggestions for improving working conditions, addressing health hazards, and combating workplace violence. All responses are completely anonymous and will contribute to an upcoming report advocating for better conditions and resources. You can …

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Jim Evers Sworn in to Governor Healey’s Labor Advisory Council

Today, Local 589 President Jim Evers was sworn in as a member of Governor Healey’s Labor Advisory Council. This group, comprised of leaders from all across organized labor, is the first such council to advise a Massachusetts Governor in decades. President Evers will provide his thoughts on transportation issues and more. Our Local is excited …

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E-Board Visits Blue Line Operators, Repairers, and Track Crew

Today, the E-Board visited the operators and repairers on the Blue Line, as well as a track crew working in the Orient Heights Yard. Thank you to everyone who took the time to discuss workplace issues with us. Click here to see some photos from the visit.

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