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Union Mourns Former Elections Director James Mitchell, 75

SEPTEMBER 10 -- TWU Local 100 members are mourning the passing of former head of the Elections Committee and IT Director James Mitchell. A Track Worker by trade, Brother Mitchell was brought onto union staff by former President Roger Toussaint in 2001. Along with EEM Eladio Diaz, he ran the Union's IT Department and then became head of the Elections Committee.

He joined NYC Transit in 1984 and retired in 2011. He passed away on August 28 in North Carolina and a memorial service will be held this coming Saturday, September 13, at the Steven L. Lyons Funeral Home at 1515 New Bern Avenue in Raleigh at 11 AM.

Mitchell was remembered by many co-workers as a good union man who contributed greatly to Local 100. Track Chair Carlos Albert said he was a good worker and sends his condolences to the family. Brother Mitchell leaves to mourn him his children, Ife Mitchell-Parks, Dr. N'Jeri Mitchell (Malcolm) and Ayinde Mitchell (Nicole), as well as a host of grandchildren, cousins, other relatives and friends.

TWU Local 100 President John V. Chiarello Featured in NY Carib News

TWU Local 100 President John Chiarello Featured in NY Carib News President John V. Chiarello is being recognized for his remarkable journey in labor leadership in a feature story published by NY Carib News.

The article, titled “John Chiarello’s Journey to Union Leadership – A Fighter,”highlights his path from a provisional car inspector in 2001 to becoming the president of New York City’s largest transit union.

The piece highlights President Chiarello’s decades of dedication to transit workers, his relentless advocacy for fairness and safety, and his unwavering commitment to improving the quality of life for Local 100 members and their families. His story reflects not only his personal determination but also the strength of the union he leads.

You can read the full article here

Backpack Drive Helps 40 Needy TWU Families

SEPTEMBER 2 – Just because you work and have a union job doesn’t mean life is without strife and struggles, says 20-year veteran CTA from Car Equipment Aimie Thomas. “Times are tough, and that’s exactly why we stand together.”

As summer drew to a close this year, Sister Thomas wanted to give back directly to our Union families with K-6 kids who are facing hardship. Working with Member Services, Thomas identified and reached out to families who are having difficulties. She purchased backpacks and filled them up with school supplies including folders, binders, glue sticks, pens and pencils, notebooks and crayons.

TWU Local 100 at the West Indian Day Parade

SEPTEMBER 1 -- TWU Local 100 showed up and showed out at this year’s West Indian Day Parade on Labor Day, repping our union and celebrating Caribbean pride in a big way.

Members came out in droves, waving their flags high and honoring the rich culture that helps make this city what it is. President John Chiarello said it best: “It’s a beautiful day to march side by side with our West Indian sisters and brothers who contribute so much to the culture of this city and help keep it moving.”

A Labor Day Message from the President

To all members of Local 100:

Monday is the one day a year dedicated to labor and workers, but I want you to know what you do is important 365 days a year.

I see you and I appreciate you.

Whether you will spend the holiday working overtime, relaxing with friends and family or joining us at the West Indian Day Parade in Brooklyn, I salute each and every one of you for the hard work you do day in and day out to move New York.

Happy Labor Day.

In gratitude,

John V. Chiarello

TWU Local 100 President John V. Chiarello Makes Labor Power 100 List

AUGUST 27—TWU Local 100 congratulates President John V. Chiarello for his inclusion in City & State’s 2025 Labor Power 100.

President Chiarello’s profile mentions his success in securing a commitment from the MTA to hire 300 more maintenance workers, his partnership with the NYPD’s Benevolent Association to increase transit safety and his demands for timely workers compensation payments.

The list, which consists of “New York’s most influential union chiefs and worker advocates”, also includes International President John Samuelsen and TWU Local 101 President Constance Bradley.

A Message Regarding Union Leadership

AUGUST 26—At today's Local 100 Executive Board meeting, J. P. Patafio was removed from office as a Vice President.

The Executive Board found that Patafio violated the constitution and placed him in bad standing for three years.

TWU Local 100 Rallies to Support Assaulted Train Operator at Court Hearing

AUGUST 25—Dozens of TWU Local 100 members gathered Monday at Brooklyn Criminal Supreme Court to support Myran Pollack, a Train Operator who was viciously attacked with a knife on October 8, 2024 at the Utica Ave. station.

Pollack, who was weeks away from retirement, was stabbed 11 times after he woke a passenger at the end of the line around 10:00 AM. Jonathan Davalos, 27, was arrested and charged with attempted murder.

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