2022 Political Endorsements

Below is a list of pro-union, pro-transit candidates our union has endorsed in the Massachusetts general election on Tuesday, November 8, 2022. 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. General …

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Fall Pick Feedback Survey

Attention bus, heavy rail, and light rail operators. This summer, bus and rail Delegates Hogan, Jean, Cruz, and Page worked with the MBTA’s plans and schedules department to create a fall pick feedback survey. This survey, weighted by seniority, will assist the Delegates and MBTA scheduling department in crafting work that better reflects the needs and …

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Request for Local 589 Member Contract Proposals for the Working Agreement

The current Working Contract expires June 30, 2023. The Union and the Authority will meet and exchange proposals in early 2023 for the next Working Agreement (Contract). Any Member wishing to submit a Contract Proposal for the Working Agreement must put it in writing and submit it to the union office by Monday, September 12, …

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