General News Updates

Dear Brothers and Sisters, In a continued effort to keep you informed, we encourage you take a minute and consider this ... Did you know that the LIRR is by far the most producti ...

It is important to understand that the last two agreements failed to cover historic spikes in inflation in 2021 and 2022 (7.8% and 6.3% respectively). As a result, our real pay fel ...

As the effort with the verifications for the pay progression continues, it has been disappointing at the actual turn-out. To date, approximately 1/3 of eligible Electricians have s ...

We are pleased to announce that on December 2, 2023 we will be hosting a Holiday Party for all Active IBEW 589 members and their spouses. Tickets are $20 per person. Tickets must b ...

The MTA Tax Favored Programs Unit has been advised that you may be eligible to receive a Retroactive Wage Adjustment (RWA) which is scheduled to be paid in September. This payment ...

In June we held our first web meeting regarding retirement information, where IBEW Local 589 Retirement Committee head as well as a representative from the Railroad Retirement Boar ...

Just want to say thank you and incredible job by all. There really isn’t much more to say. There isn’t a day that goes by that I am not proud to be part of this amazing team, ...

Dear Brothers and Sisters, It is with deep sadness and regret we inform you of the passing of Light & Power Supervisor, and former Local 589 Electrician Thomas Cosentini.  ...

You can now enroll in NEW Voluntary Short-Term Disability (STD) benefits along with the current Voluntary Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance benefits. This plan is underwritte ...

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 ...

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 ...

Brothers and Sisters, Please see the notices below. The materials include emergency response information and evacuation locations for Grand Central Madison. Safety FOCUS Gran ...

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 ...

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 ...

Hello Brothers and Sisters, Please view the latest article on Brother Dolginko's ongoing situation. We will keep everyone posted on any further updates.  

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 ...