Carmen's Local 589 Winter 2023 Newsletter

President’s Report

Brothers and Sisters,

As we enter the new year, I hope you all had a happy holiday season. I also want to thank you for all that we have accomplished together last year.

2022 was a big year for our union. Through it all, we have remained strong by standing up for each other and fighting for a public transportation system that works for everyone. Read more about this year's highlights on page 4.

Last fall, we made a difference in the lives of working families by helping elect pro-labor, protransit candidates across Massachusetts. We're especially proud to have supported Governor Maura Healey and State Auditor Diana DiZoglio – two strong leaders who value our union and the workers we represent. Learn more about our election victories on page 14.

Local 589 also held our own elections this year. I'm truly honored to continue serving as your president, and I'm excited to serve alongside the rest of our executive board. I know I speak for all our members when I say we will miss our three retiring board members tremendously: Pat Hogan, Brian Walsh, and John Clancy. Read more about these three men and catch up on our union election on pages 6 and 7.

As we turn up the thermostat and dig out our snow shovels, we want to thank everyone who joined us for two wonderful events when the weather was a lot warmer: our annual golf outing and our Family Fun Day. Enjoy some sunny photos from these events on pages 8-13.

None of our success as a union would be possible without the hard work and dedication of you, our members. Thank you for everything you do to keep our communities moving forward. I hope you were able to take some time to rest, recharge, and spend quality time with your loved ones this holiday season. Happy New Year!

Jim Evers President

In solidarity,

A Message from President Jim Evers

Year in Review

2022 was a big year for Local 589. We signed a transformative new contract exactly one year ago, in December 2021, and since then we've continued to fight for strong benefits, safe working conditions, and investments in our public transit infrastructure. We're excited to prepare for an even bigger year in 2023!

COUNTING OUR SUCCESS IN 2022

6,000+ members strong

Protecting our benefits

Green Line Extension opened

Historic slate of pro-labor Massachusetts candidates elected

Brand-new funding for MA public transit secured with the passage of the Fair Share Amendment

Thank you to our Local 589 members for everything you do for our communities and for Massachusetts. Your tireless hard work keeps our union strong!

50-Year Members

Anthony M. Andon

William F. Bernier, III

Thomas L. Bracken

Phillip D. Brooks

Paul J. Brown

Kevin T. Castater

William F. Collins, Jr. James V. Compagnone

Thomas F. Connolly

William R. DeWolfe

Rickie Dillard

James G. Duddy

Bobby R. Edwards James M. Ellis

Retirees

Arthur J. Borick, Jr.

Paul S. Caputo

Paul R. Ceruolo

Jean C. Charles

Thomas F. Connolly

Jonathan Coulanges

Carole Ann DeLeary

Edward J. Fagan

Saffietu B. Garris

Andres Gil

Ginnette Gonzalez

Sandra D. Herbert-Britt

Michael L. King

James M. Lally

The following Local 589 members will reach the milestone of having been part of our union for 50 years in 2023. We want to congratulate and thank all of them for their hard work and dedication.

Lawrence J. Gillen

Thomas F. Glynn, Jr.

Richard L. Gordon

Stephen J. Green

Martin M. Griffin

Thomas D. Harney Michael G. Hawker

James L. Horan

Paul W. Hoyt

McArthur Jackson

Joseph W. King Joseph P. Larcano Kevin R. Leavey Kevin J. Lovely

Peter J. Lydon

Paul J. Lynch

Leonard C. MacRina Gabriel A. McDonough

Edward K. McGeever

Daniel W. Morris Richard M. Murphy Ritchie W. Murray, Jr. Linwood J. Nelson

Steven J. Niak

Nicholas G. Orlandino Louis E. Palmieri James W. Pierce, Jr. James N. Porter

Anthony A. Reynolds

Russell A. Ribeiro

Ramon A. Rivera

William A. Romasco

Charles L. Shea Edward E. Skeens

Norman G. Stone

Warren F. Totty Jay D. Townley

Norman A. Wallstedt Albert D. Williams

Local 589 wishes the following retiring members of our union the very best.

Scott R. Mahady

James L. McDonough

John J. Palmisano

Travis D. Pettus, Sr. Edward I. Small, Jr.

Tracy L. Wolfe

Alix Ambroise

Joseph Baskerville

Michael A. Berardi

Michael R. Burke

James M. Callinan

John F. Callinan

Michael J. Condon

Frederick D. Crocker

Gregory Dean James P. Devlin

Daniel P. Doherty Margaret L. Fong Paul D. Gerrish

Andrea Gordon Thomas J. Hannon Bessie D. Harris Aisheea E. Lawrence-Isidor

Roberta Lee

Curtis J. Lockett John C. Lohan

Reginald S. Mayo Murray McDonald, Jr.

Robert McGinn

Stephen F. Morrison

Janis O'Neil

Pasquale J. Puleo, Jr. Sam A. Redish, Jr. Joseph Reed, Jr. Margaret M. Roche

Amy Sheehan

Thomas Terry, Jr. James M. Tucker Robina P. White

Member Spotlight

Community is at the heart of everything we do in the Carmen's Union – and as three of our longtime members and union leaders prepare to enjoy a highlydeserved retirement, it's what they say has defined their time in the union.

Pat Hogan, outgoing Division 3 delegate, has spent almost 30 years as a member of the Carmen's Union. Some of his most cherished memories are organizing Christmas and retirement parties back when he was a barn captain in the Charleston area. For Pat, these gatherings were an opportunity to take the pulse of the membership and find out if there was anything he could do to help a member out. "You'd see something that would better the job for someone, and you'd say something about it or talk to somebody about it and try to get it fixed", said Pat.

The same drive to make every day on the job better for his fellow union members has fueled John Clancy, the outgoing Recording Secretary, throughout his 30+

years in the union. One of John's proudest memories of making a difference for Carmen's Union members was when he was a union steward and was able to help a bus driver who'd had some minor safety issues in the past keep his job. "I said, let's give this guy another chance and make sure he's trained up and ready to go", said John – resulting in the driver working another six years with no safety problems whatsoever. "Advocating for the members is definitely a huge highlight of being part of the union," said John.

Pat, John, and retiring S.M.I delegate Brian Walsh are all proud spokesmen for the union way of life. "The union helped me buy a house, and provide for my family," said John. "It's a secure, steady life."

Pat echoed the same gratitude for everything his membership in the Carmen's Union has helped him do and achieve. "I was fortunate to have a union that represented us, and got us fair wages and benefits. It meant everything to me."

In addition to good wages and family-sustaining benefits, the Carmen's Union has given these three men friendships that will last a lifetime. These friendships have helped these three men relate to and connect with their union brothers and sisters not just at work but in life. "I think it's more rewarding than anything when you can help a person with issues they're having at home," said Pat. As we approach the thick of winter, a time when taking care of our mental health is crucial, the experiences of John, Pat, and Brian

demonstrate that union membership and involvement are one of the best ways to improve your physical, mental, and emotional health.

From all of us in the Carmen's Union, we wish John, Pat, and Brian a very happy and fulfilling retirement. We are so grateful for the tremendous contributions these men have made to our union throughout the years. We look forward to their continued involvement in our union family as they transition to a new phase of life.

Thank you, John, Pat, and Brian – we wish you the best!

Union Election

In December, Local 589 held elections for several key leadership positions. Thank you to all our members who voted and who ran for office. Our union is stronger when we all actively participate. Together, our newly elected and re-elected officers will help lead us into an exciting future.

"I was fortunate to have a union that represented us, and got us fair wages and benefits. It meant everything to me." – John Clancy

Golf Outing

We enjoyed a fantastic golf outing this year. Attendees took part in a spirited tournament and enjoyed some delicious BBQ.

Thank you so much to everyone who joined us for this special event!

• Congratulations to the first-place team: Jeff Medeiros, Kevin Geraghty, Mike Valley and Rob Toscano.

Family Fun Day

At Local 589, we know how hard our members work every single day. We want to create opportunities for you to relax, recharge, and enjoy time with your family and friends.

That's why we were so happy to celebrate Family Fun Day this year at Canobie Lake Park. We had a wonderful time coming together with our loved ones for games, food, and fun.

Celebrating Election Victories

In November, Massachusetts voters elected a wave of pro-labor, pro-transit candidates who value our union and the workers we represent. We're proud that so many of Local 589's endorsed candidates won their races.

We're also proud that the Fair Share Amendment passed, creating a fairer tax system to invest in our public transit, our schools, and our future.

This will help us meet the challenges facing our transportation system and improve the lives of working people.

With some races decided by a single vote, every vote mattered. Thank you to all our members who voted, volunteered, and made a difference. When union workers have a voice in our elections, we deliver results.

Congratulations to the following labor champions:

• Maura Healey, Governor

• Kim Driscoll, Lieutenant Governor

• Andrea Campbell, Attorney General

• Diana DiZoglio, Auditor

• William Galvin, Secretary of State

• Chris lannella, Governor's Council

• Michael Brady, State Senator for 2nd Plymouth & Norfolk

• Paul Feeney, State Senator for Bristol & Norfolk

• Patrick O’Connor, State Senator for Plymouth & Norfolk

• Liz Miranda, State Senator for 2nd Suffolk

• Susan Moran, State Senator for Plymouth & Barnstable

• Rebecca Rausch, State Senator for Norfolk, Worcester & Middlesex

• Walter Timilty, State Senator for Norfolk, Plymouth & Bristol

• Bruce Ayers, State Representative for 1st Norfolk

• Simon Cataldo, State Representative for 14th Middlesex

• Tackey Chan, State Representative for 2nd Norfolk

• Paul Donato, State Representative for 35th Middlesex

• Jessica Giannino, State Representative for 16th Suffolk

• Ken Gordon, State Representative for 21st Middlesex

• Joseph McGonagle, State Representative for 28th Middlesex

• James Murphy, State Representative for 4th Norfolk

• Lindsay Sabadosa, State Representative for 1st Hampshire

• Aaron Saunders, State Representative for 7th Hampden

• Tom Stanley, State Representative for 9th Middlesex

• Chynah Tyler, State Representative for 7th Suffolk

• Tommy Vitolo, State Representative for 1st Suffolk

• Christopher Worrell, State Representative for 5th Suffolk

• Kevin Hayden, Suffolk County District Attorney

We look forward to working with these leaders to drive progress for working people in Massachusetts.

Tweets of Praise

In Memoriam

Hernando D. Betancur

Donald F. Campbell

George H. Cooley, Jr.

Ronald D. Crockett

Kevin F. Dunleavy David Gladding

Francis B. Harvey Marion Jones Eddie L. Murray

Joanne K. Sampey Kendall L. Wilbur

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