Yesterday, Governor Hochul announced that by October 12th state workers will have to be either vaccinated or face weekly testing. That includes both MTA and Port Authority workers. We will continue to discuss/resolve all of the issues we have already raised regarding the weekly testing program. We will also continue Read more…
I happy to report that we were able to get the MTA to move up the RWA payment date for the OA & TA Queens Supervisor to September 30th. Below is the deferral letter that was emailed to our members today. The tentative date for the MTA Bus retro-active Wage Read more…
At Union Plus, we know union members like you are moving America forward after such a tough year. We want to give back to you! We’re celebrating the spirit and hard work of union workers this Labor Day by giving away a total of $130,000 in cash prizes to hard Read more…
It is with deep regret that we announce to passing of MSII Salvatore Amato. Please click on below flyer for funeral information.
This week NY State Attorneys General Letitia James released the results of her investigation into the allegations of sexual misconduct by Governor Cuomo. The findings in the report are devastating and conclusive. The actions of the Governor were reprehensible and demeaning to women and we call on him to resign Read more…
Last week the Director of the CDC made it plain – 97% of new COVID-19 hospitalizations are people who are unvaccinated, making COVID-19 a “pandemic of the unvaccinated.” The Delta Variant is spreading and the Union recommends that everyone get vaccinated right away. More than 65% of eligible adults in Read more…
Starting June 23, 2021, New York State Essential Workers will be eligible for $25 Million — available for Child Care Scholarships EligibilityAll essential workers: health care providers, law enforcement, pharmaceutical staff, firefighters, transportation workers, food delivery workers, grocery store employees, child care staff and others are eligible. (No. 202.6)• Essential Read more…
As per our new contracts, members who live within the 5 Boroughs are now eligible for either a LIRR or Metro North commuter pass. All eligible members should fill-out the attached application and return to the NYC Transit Pass office as soon as possible.
Today July 2, 2021 is Mike Lawson’s last day of work. Mike has held many positions in the local and he has always proven himself to be a dedicated, loyal and hard working officer. Mike put the needs of the workers before his own which is what you want and Read more…
Revised on Wednesday, June 23, 2021 – Today, the OA, TA Queens and MTA Bus contracts were ratified by the MTA Board. We are already in discussions with Labor Relations on an implementation schedule. We will post all implementation information on the website as soon as it becomes available. On Read more…