News from TWU Local 100

Come One, Come All to Quill Connolly Day on March 15!

Join us for a celebration of our Founder, Michael J. Quill, and his inspiration, Irish labor leader and martyr James Connolly, hero of the Easter Rising. Hear from TWU Local 100 President Tony Utano, International President John Samuelsen, and enjoy traditional Irish fare and entertainment! Click here for the flyer to reserve your place!

Black History Celebration Showcases Our Commitment to Social Justice

TWU Local 100's Black History Celebration at Afrika House in Brooklyn featured historical performances of African heritage as well as two of America's most prominent advocates for civil rights, Akeem Browder and Shaun King. Akeem Browder took on the cause of prison reform following the tragic suicide of his brother, Kalief, who was imprisoned on Riker's Island for three years without even being tried for the crime of allegedly stealing a back pack. Shaun King, outspoken news columnist and now a commentator on TV's Young Turks, is a nationally prominent supporter of the Black Lives Matter movement. Also featured was Tonya Boyd, the first African American female Deputy Chief in FDNY. Enjoy the photos of this exciting evening.

Supreme Court Hears Janus Case: Complete Transcript

Today, the US Supreme Court heard arguments pro and con in the case of Janus v. AFSCME -- a case that could have grave repercussions for all public sector employees. As you will see, the union's position was well represented by Justice Sotomayor and others. It remains to be seen how the full court will rule. We can expect a decision by June. Click here for a complete copy of the transcript.

TWU Mourns Passing of Retired Vice President George Jennings

TWU Local 100 mourns the passing of retired Local 100 Vice President George Jennings on Feb. 14, 2018 at his retirement home in Florida. He was 75 and had been retired since 2004. George was a long time Division Chair and Staff Representative for the Private Bus Lines Division, and was elected Local Vice President in 2000 and 2003. George also served as a member of the TWU International Executive Board from 2000-2001 and an International Vice President from 2002 until his retirement.

IB Image Local 100 President Tony Utano remembers Brother Jennings fondly. “George was a tremendous officer for the Private Lines, and was universally respected by the rank-and-file and management alike. He leaves a great legacy of accomplishment for our Brothers and Sisters at MTA Bus. My sincerest condolences to his family, friends and former co-workers.”

Brother Jennings is survived by his wife, Carol, daughters, Debra and Sheryl, sons George Jr., Eric and Adam, as well as grandchildren, brothers and sisters.

Arrangements are as follows: The viewing will take place on Thursday Feb. 22, 2018, and Friday Feb. 23, 2018 from 2-4 and 7-9 pm at the Weigand Brothers Funeral Home at 49 Hillside Avenue, Williston Park, New York 11596, Phone: (516) 746-4484. There will be a Funeral Mass Saturday Feb. 245, 2018 at 9:45am at Saint Aidan's RC Church at 505 Willis Ave, Williston Park, NY 11596.

You Can Now Apply for FMLA Online

TWU Local 100 members can now apply for FMLA leave online. Here's a link to a tutorial that tells you how to do it.

Union, MTA Honor Transit Workers with Medals of Excellence

FEBRUARY 9 -- TWU Local 100 members were honored by the MTA and by TWU Local 100 in a ceremony at 2 Broadway. President Tony Utano welcomed our members and congratulated them on their achievements.

Union, Management Join to Honor TWU Heroes

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34 transit employees were honored today at 2 Broadway, including a majority of rank and file union members, who received Medals of Excellence for heroism and performance. From members who saved the lives of co-workers by performing CPR, to Bus Operators who protected the public from danger, to a CTA who acted quickly in a terrorist attack, to a Conductor who brought a disabled man to safety, we stood tall alongside Union leadership and management. Speaking to the audience of members and their families were President Utano recounted the successes of transit workers in recent months in restoring service after a train derailment, successfully moving a million riders to Times Square and back, and surmounting other crises. NYCT President Andy Byford said he was committed to "employee engagement" and said the majority of transit worker were world-class professionals. For the Medals of Excellence program, click here.

Our Second Apprentice Class Now Underway at Apex Tech

NY Times Profiles TWU 'Wayfinders' in Feature Article

IB Image The New York Times profiled our Wayfinders (Customer Service Ambassadors) in a major article on February 3rd:

A New Job Description for M.T.A. Workers: Professionally Nice

by Sarah Maslin Nir

“Good morning all! Have a nice day!”

The seven words stopped Lina Shah as she scurried through the subway turnstiles under Times Square on a recent morning, in the thick of rush hour. The words are more typically heard when entering a department store, the automaton drone of a hired greeter. But they seemed so incongruent in the dour tunnels of the New York City subway that Ms. Shah paused in the middle of her commute to find their source.

TWU Mourns Passing of Ronald D’Jomambo

Local 100 officers and members from MABSTOA Division 2 are mourning the passing of Bus Operator Ronald D’Jomambo on January 25, 2018. Brother D’Jomambo died after a difficult battle with pancreatic cancer. He was only 56 years old.

He had 17 years on the job at West Farms Depot and was a Board member of the Society of African American Transit Employees. He was a military veteran and worked for a decade at Bronx Lebanon Hospital before joining Transit. Local 100 President Tony Utano was among the many mourners at Brother D’Jomambo’s memorial service on February 3, 2018. He is survived by his wife, Jacqueline, five children, two grandchildren, his mother, a brother, four sisters, and a host of other family members, friends and co-workers.