Importance of Waiting and ...
Good morning Brothers and Sisters, I wanted to take a minute to explain the importance of waiting, taking our time and not rushing the signing of a CBA that was set by other uni ...
Union Dues Deduction Issu ...
As everyone should be aware, effective January 1, 2023, our monthly Per Capita dues deductions were increased as per the International Convention. We know there has been some confu ...
MBAP Document
Dear Brothers and Sisters, I would like to take this opportunity to thank all of you who have chosen to participate in Local 589’s Member’s Beneficiary Assistance Program (M ...
Grand Central Madison Ter ...
Brothers and Sisters, Please see the notices below. The materials include emergency response information and evacuation locations for Grand Central Madison. Safety FOCUS Gran ...
Asbestos Awareness
Attention Brothers and Sisters, We are reaching out to everyone to inform you about the ongoing asbestos investigation within the M of W department. We have cables and splits wi ...
Assessment for Families
Earlier this month, Doug Low, our “brother electrician” passed away after a lengthy illness with cancer. He leaves behind a devastated wife and three young daughters. He is the ...
Supplemental Dental and V ...
We are proud to announce that after lengthy discussions, Van Valen Associates is providing our Local with supplemental dental and vision plans for you and your families and retire ...
LIRR Electricians Union T ...
Hello Brothers and Sisters, Please view the latest article on Brother Dolginko's ongoing situation. We will keep everyone posted on any further updates.
Jack J. Bove, former Gen ...
It is with great sadness that I inform the membership of the passing of Jack J. Bove, former General Chairman, at the age of 92. Jack began his career as an electrician of the Lon ...
Brother Roy Robinson coul ...
He has been out long term D/S and will be staying out longer. He has ran out of his time and is now without pay. Click here to view a letter that you can download and send back ...
2021 Union Meeting Schedu ...
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HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY!
Nearly two hundred and fifty years ago American colonist rose up against the tyrannical rule of an oppressive king. Their selfless actions have made it possible for us to enjoy the ...
Attention LIRR Car Movers
The Car Mover Training Agreement was modified to include the operation of a remote control rail shunter. A rail shunter performs the same function as a shuttle wagon but can be co ...
2018 Bombardier Airtrain ...
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VOTE NO TO PROPOSAL 1!
VOTE NO! On this November's election ballot New Yorkers will be asked to vote on Proposal 1, which will simply read, "Shall there be a convention to revise the constitution and am ...
To All Maintenance of Way ...
Third Rail/ High Tension/ Electric Light and Power/Electrolysis/ Sub Station Normally I would not be so blunt with my membership, but today is not a normal day. Last week we lost ...
Attention LIRR M of E Mem ...
IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING THE NEW FEDERALLY MANDATED RANDOM DRUG AND ALCOHOL TESTING LEGISLATION. Our office has been notified that the LIRR has received clarification from ...
Memorial Day Message
Once again summer is almost here and nothing announces its arrival better than Memorial Day weekend! During the weekend's festivities please take some time to reflect on the freedo ...
Benny Needs Your Help!
LIRR Electrician Benito Rodriguez needs us! Benny has been kept out of work by the Carrier as a result of a medical condition he suffers from. Benny has used up all of his availabl ...
Update For LIRR Members
LIRR MEMBERS The federal regulation (49 CFR 219) regarding drug and alcohol testing will be changing on June 12, 2017. As a result, all electricians in the M of W and M of E Dep ...
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