Elections
Final Election Day Ballot
Mark your calendars for Local 589’s Final Election on Monday, Dec. 2, 2019, from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. at the Boston Teachers Union Hall (180 Mt. Vernon Street Dorchester, MA 02125). Attached is a sample ballot. New hires who filled out the necessary paperwork to join the union can also vote. Good luck to…
Read MoreLet’s Show Joe We Have His Back!
Recognizing the need for a candidate who stands for working families, can beat Donald Trump, and restore civility and respect for the United States, our International Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU) General Executive Board voted to endorse Joe Biden for President. The vote came after an extensive poll of ATU membership to evaluate the entire field of…
Read MoreLabor Walks for Marty Walsh
Working America, the community affiliate of the AFL-CIO, will be going door to door canvassing for Marty Walsh. Please see below for walk locations and times. For more information, please call Dan Justice at (617)794-2035 We will be walking and talking with the general public. Labor to labor walks will also be available. Walk packets…
Read MoreCongrats to New E-Board and Barn Captains!
Thank you to International ATU President John Costa for swearing in our new executive board and barn captains ─ and reminding us that we are ONE ATU! Please join us in congratulating all those who were sworn in last night as well as thank those who served. Click here to see photos from the swearing in…
Read MoreInt’l. ATU President to Swear in New E-Board and Barn Captains
Don’t miss TOMORROW’S (12/17) monthly union meeting at the BTU Hall as International ATU President John Costa swears in our newly elected executive board and barn captains. The morning session will start at 10:00 a.m. and the evening session at 8:00 p.m. Hope to see you there! In Solidarity, Executive BoardBoston Carmen’s Union, Local 589
Read MoreFinal Election Results
Below are the results from today’s final election. Congrats to all those who ran. Win or lose, all our champions. Now we move forward as one union. #OneUnion #WeMoveMA
Read MoreBoston Globe: Why the union-bashing?
Boston Globe | By Joan Vennochi | OCTOBER 17, 2013 AFTER LAST April’s Marathon bombings, Bostonians love their first responders — at least until a state arbitrator awards a pay raise to Boston police that would begin to bring their salaries in line with those of Boston firefighters. Like magic, that turns our beloved law…
Read MoreOfficial Election Results
Here are the official results from today’s election. Thank you to all those who ran and voted. Win or lose our union is best served when more take ownership and get involved. Congrats to the winners—learn a lot and represent us well at the convention! For those who were unsuccessful, read this quote by President…
Read MoreElection Day for 2019 ATU Convention is Monday
Dear Brothers and Sisters, Election Day for the 2019 ATU Convention is Monday, June 24th from 9am to 9pm at the BTU Hall. It’s imperative you exercise your right to vote. Thirty-five candidates have stepped forward to represent our local at the convention — which is not an easy thing to do. You have a total of up to…
Read MoreSample Ballot
On Monday, June 24th the membership will be asked to vote for 16 of those nominated to represent us as delegates at the 2019 ATU Convention. Voting will take place at the BTU Hall from 9am to 9pm. Identification will be required.
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