Arbitration Award Confirmed

Dear brother and sisters, Judge Janet Sanders determined today that the arbitration award of Sarah Kerr Garraty was lawful, and is final and binding on the MBTA and Local 589 (the Carmen’s Union). The opinion is very thorough and carefully written. Although the Authority can appeal this decision, we are hopeful that they will not …

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Swearing In Ceremony & Annual Holiday Party

Although the weather did not cooperate, a good time was had by all that were able to attend the swearing in ceremony and the annual holiday party that occurred immediately afterwards. Click here to see all the photos from both events.

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Membership Alert: Today’s Court Proceedings

Dear brothers and sisters, As you know, we were back in court today regarding the arbitration award. Judge Troy, who was originally assigned our case, is retiring soon and asked Judge Sanders to take over. Thankfully, Judge Sanders had read every word of every pleading and understood the issues well. She had sharp questions for …

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