ATU Local 757, Portland, OR
February 2, 2015 - ATU Dispatch: ATU out in force to protest Fast Track Trade and TPP
Washington state ATU members were out in full force with activists at a rally to protest the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP), the largest--and worst
--trade deal most have never heard of, and efforts by Republicans to work with the Obama administration to "fast track" its passage. Watch this video of Former Secretary
of Labor Robert Reich to learn why it’s so bad for transit workers and all working families. Video>>
Video>>
February 19, 2015 - Adidas Coupon February 28th- March 14 at Village Store
Enjoy 50% employee discount at the Adidas Village Store. Coupon>>
February 17, 2015 - March Retirees Meeting
ATU 757 General Counsel Lane Toensmeier and someone to speak on the single payer health care information will be speaking at the March 4th
Retirees' meeting.
February 16, 2015 - Trans-Pacific Partnership
Why Should Transit Workers Care about Trade Policies? Read more>>
February 11, 2015 - Dan Martin's Labor Press article
Powell Transportation Officer Dan Martin's labor press article was inadvertently left out of the February Labor Press but can be found here at the
link>>
February 9, 2015 - Health Care for ALL Oregon Rally in Salem
Rose LeMasters, Ben Fain, TriMet Executive Board Officer Shirley Block, and Retiree Board Member Robert deBlock representing ATU 757 at the Health Care for ALL Oregon Rally in Salem.
Photo Credit: Linda Jauron-Mills
February 9, 2015 - Notice of Nominations for the ATU 757 Election Committee
You must submit your nomination request and acceptance in writing to the ATU Financial Secretary-Treasurer, Mary Longoria,
before the start of the March 9, 2015 charter meeting. Nominations can also be made from the floor at the Monday charter meeting only. These are the
only two ways nominations can be submitted.
The ATU Election Committee meets frequently during the months of April, May and June. All of its members must commit to attending all of the committee’s meetings. If you have scheduled vacation time during April, May and June, please do not seek nomination unless you will remain available to work on the committee. Notice>>
February 6, 2015 - Health Care for All Oregon Rally
Robert DeBlock has volunteered to drive the ATU bus to the Health Care for All Rally in Salem on Wednesday, February 11, 2015. Meet at the
Union office. If interested, please call Robert at 503-771-2620 or the ATU office at 503-232-9144.Rally flyer
February 6, 2015 - Events Calendar
The Events Calendar has been updated! Calendar>>
February 2, 2015 - Services for Dale Helmer
Services for ATU Retiree Dale Helmer will be held on Saturday, February 7, at 1:00 pm at Willamette National.
February 2, 2015 - RVTD Awards Banquet
Congratulations to Rogue Valley Tansportation District's newest Million Miles Members. This award is for travelling over 25,000 miles without a preventable accident.
January 27, 2015 - Salem 15 NOW Rally
Nicole Longoria and Anna Markee representing ATU 757 at Saturday's 15 NOW rally in Salem.
Photo Credit: NW Labor Press
January 22, 2015 - Oregon's Oldest School Bus Driver - JT Tims
JT Tims, First Student Portland ATU 757 member, turned 90 on January 20th and celebrated with a potluck lunch with his fellow drivers.
First Student Portland Executive Board Officer Anna Tompte, ATU 757 Vice President Jonathan Hunt, and
JT Tims.
First Student Portland Executive Board Officer Anna Tompte, ATU 757 Vice President Jonathan Hunt, and
JT Tims.
January 21, 2015 - Rally in the Capitol
This Saturday, January 24th join us for the Rally at the Capitol in Salem, as bills for a $15 minimum wage are being introduced
in the State House and Senate for the 2015 session. If we get enough interest we will take the ATU bus, so if you are interested please contact Ben Fain
at 503-680-9227 or Fainbejr@frontier.com FLYER>>
January 16, 2015 - TriMet Retirement Planning
Shirley Brost, Retirement Plan Specialist from ICMA-RC will be on site in the upcoming days. All employees—not
just operators—are welcome at whichever location works best for you. Individual employees are also welcome to contact Shirley directly (toll-free 1-855-253-1203
or sbrost@icmarc.org) to discuss their deferred compensation 457 and defined contribution 401a plans. Schedule>>
MV Salem Liaison Officer Josh Taverne attending ATU International Training in Washington DC.
ATU International President Larry Hanley at the International Training in DC.
January 16, 2015 - ATU International Training in Washington D.C.
MV Salem Liaison Officer Josh Taverne attending ATU International Training in Washington DC.
ATU International President Larry Hanley at the International Training in DC.
January 14, 2015 - ATU Bulletin
In an effort to keep members informed about health and safety issues, and their rights on the job, the International will be
regularly emailing us ATU BUlletings. These will focus on a wide variety of topics impacting members every day.
With the winter temperatures dropping and many of our members facing dangerously cold conditions on the job, the subject of the first
ATU Bulletin is "Cold Weather Safety."
January 6, 2015 - Black Caucus Meeting
Come out to the next Black Caucus meeting Saturday, January 10th at 4:00 pm at the Union
office and help us with event planning.
Our ATU 757 Valley Transit members in Walla Walla at their Safety Awards yesterday, December 19th.
Congratulations to the members who received safety awards at the banquet!
December 22, 2014 - Valley Transit Safety Awards in Walla Walla
Our ATU 757 Valley Transit members in Walla Walla at their Safety Awards yesterday, December 19th.
Congratulations to the members who received safety awards at the banquet!
December 19, 2014 Retirees' Holiday Party is today!
Friday December 19th from 11 am to 1 pm at Westmoreland Manor. Tickets will be $15 at the door, plus $5 yearly dues.
Any profits will be donated to ATU 757 Retirees. Lunch will be catered by Huber’s Restaurant, their famous turkey dinner with all the trimmings.
Retiree Holiday Dinner Photos on Facebook>>
Retiree Holiday Dinner Photos on Facebook>>
December 18, 2014 - REMEMBER - Retirees Christmas Dinner is tomorrow!
Friday December 19th from 11 am to 1 pm at Westmoreland Manor. Tickets will be $15 at the door, plus $5 yearly dues.
Any profits will be donated to ATU 757 Retirees. Lunch will be catered by Huber’s Restaurant, their famous turkey dinner with all the trimmings.
Everyone is invited. We will accept donations and no one will be turned away.
December 16, 2014 - Proposed Bylaws Changes
The Bylaws changes to Section 13 and 14 will be voted on at all January 2015 membership meetings.
Bylaws changes>>
December 16, 2014 - New Contract Ratified Between Valley Transit and ATU 757
Congratulations to our Valley Transit ATU 757 members who voted yesterday to ratify their new contract!
Santa visited with ATU757 members and their children on Saturday, December 6th at the Salvation Army Rose Center on Sandy Blvd. in Portland.
Santa 2014 Photos on Facebook>>
December 9, 2014 - Santa Visits with the Union
Santa visited with ATU757 members and their children on Saturday, December 6th at the Salvation Army Rose Center on Sandy Blvd. in Portland.
Santa 2014 Photos on Facebook>>
December 1, 2014 - First Contract Ratified Between COIC and ATU 757
Congratulations to our Central Oregon Intergovernmental Council ATU 757 members who voted November 25th to ratify their first contract!
November 25, 2014 - Santa Comes to the Union Office
Actually Santa is coming to the Union Office via the Salvation Army Rose Center, December 6th from 10 am to 1 pm.
DETAILS>>
November 25, 2014 - New Contract Ratified Between TCTD and ATU 757
Congratulations to our Tillamook County Transportation District ATU 757 members who voted Friday to ratify their new contract!
November 20, 2014 - New Contract Ratified Between Bend Paratransit and ATU 757
Congratulations to our Bend Paratransit ATU 757 members who voted Monday to ratify their new contract!
November 13, 2014 - Canceled PPS/First Student Pdx Union meeting
Tonight's (November 13th) Portland Public Schools/First Student Portland ATU 757 union meeting has been canceled due to the weather.
November 13, 2014 - UPDATED Benefits Open Enrollment
Open Enrollment Meetings | Schedule
ATU Vice President Jonathan Hunt, Financial Secretary Mary Longoria, Ben Fain,
Warren Mills, Linda Jauron-Mills and Commissioner Amanda Fritz at the Portland Veteran's Day Parade on November 11th.
November 11, 2014 - Veteran's Day Parade 2014
ATU Vice President Jonathan Hunt, Financial Secretary Mary Longoria, Ben Fain,
Warren Mills, Linda Jauron-Mills and Commissioner Amanda Fritz at the Portland Veteran's Day Parade on November 11th.
November 5, 2014 - Benefits Open Enrollment
There has been conversation today regarding the medical open enrollment for 2015. You should receive your packets in the mail next week. We
have been told that you will absolutely need to choose your plan and return your paperwork by 5:00 pm November 28th regardless of whether you have changes to your medical or not.
If you do not return your paperwork in time you will be defaulted to the Kaiser Plan. There will be informational meetings at every garage. Please check for the posting.
Open Enrollment Meetings Schedule
November 5, 2014 - TriMet Contract Ratification Details
As you will know by now, the TriMet contract was ratified on October 24, 2014. It passed with 82.7% of the vote. The actual count was 1069 in favor,
225 against. This was a higher pass rate than the vote for the 2003 contract.
The agreement between the parties requires that TriMet pay money to certain employees in settlement of outstanding claims. We expect TriMet to disburse the money before the holidays or sooner. For more details>>
October 24, 2014 - New Contract Ratified Between TriMet and ATU 757
President Bruce Hansen said the Union’s members have voted to ratify a new TriMet contract. ATU ballots were counted today;
TriMet’s Board of Directors unanimously approved the agreement earlier this week. The four-year contract goes into effect immediately, its term being
December 1, 2012 through November 30, 2016. FULL PRESS RELEASE>>
October 22, 2014 - Another Canvassing Opportunity
Sunday, October 26th CANVASS FOR BRENT BARTON & JAMIE DAMON.
Training will be available for first-time canvassers and lunch will be provided for volunteers. Details>>
October 10, 2014 - Transit Workers Phone Bank
Thursday, October 16th at 5:30 pm join your fellow ATU members down at the Oregon Labor Center (3645 SE 32nd Avenue in Portland) and get
out the vote! Dinner and ATU t-shirts will be provided for volunteers. There are additional phone bank and canvassing opportunities listed.
FLYER>>
October 7, 2014 - ATU 757 TriMet Members: Contract Informational Meeting
On Sunday, october 19th, ATU 757 will be holding an Information Session to provide the details and answer any questions regarding the upcoming
TriMet contract. This will be taking place at the Roofers' Union Local 49 from 7:00 am to 8:00 pm. The address is 5032 SE 26th Ave, Portland 97202. FULL POSTING>>
October 1, 2014 - TriMet ATU 757 Members: Tentative Contract Agreement
TriMet and the Amalgamated Transit Union, Local 757 have reached a tentative labor agreement. The parties reached this agreement
with the assistance of State Conciliator Janet Gillman. The agreement sets the terms of a new Collective Bargaining Agreement for four years through November 30, 2016.
FULL PRESS RELEASE>>
September 24, 2014 - ATU Members: 2014-2015 Joseph Welch Memorial Scholarship
Attached for your review and duplication is the official 2014-2015 Joseph Welch Memorial Scholarship Application Form and instructions
for potential applicants. The 2014-2015 scholarships are in remembrance of retired International Vice President Joseph Welch, who passed away on February 13, 2014.
This year, the program will consist of five scholarships each in the amount of $5000. In addition, a $2,000 scholarship may be awarded to a vocational school applicant. FULL STORY>>
September 22, 2014 - Kid's Chance of Oregon Scholarships
Kids’ Chance of Oregon, a new nonprofit that provides post-secondary and trade school scholarships to children of Oregon workers who have been severely
or fatally injured in a workplace accident, handed out its first scholarships Sept. 4 in the downtown Portland offices of Hoffman Construction. For more information about Kids’
Chance of Oregon, call Linda Barno, president, at 503-323-2812 or email her at info@kidschanceoforegon.com. FULL STORY>>
September 19, 2014 - Portland People's Climate March on Sunday September 21st
Join the Oregon AFL CIO at the Portland People's Climate March on Sunday, September 21st down at Waterfront Park. This will be part of a much
larger march taking place around the world in support of climate action. Read More>>
September 12, 2014 - Vote at October Charter and Continuation Meetings
At the October 20, 2014 Union charter meeting and continuation meetings a question regarding the payment of a bill from Morel Inc will be voted on by the members who are
present. The bill is in the amount of $967.02 for the mailing and printing of a letter from the union president to all TriMet members and retirees.
Posting>>
September 2, 2014 Tracking Faster Bus Roadeo
At the August 11th Charter meeting members in attendance made a motion that=
the ATU 757 take an official stance against participating in TriMet's Bus Roadeo on September 13th until TriMet can bargain in good faith or until
they restore all the benefits, not just the Roadeo. The motion carried and ATU 757 will not officially participate or support the TriMet Roadeo.
Tracking Faster>>
August 29, 2014 - Lane Transit District Drive Cam Issue
The ATU sent out a Demand to Bargain letter in reaction to Lane Transit District attempting to install their new camera systems on their buses. We
will keep you posted as this process moves forward. Demand to Bargain Letter>>
August 29, 2014 - ATU 757 Office Closed for Labor Day
The ATU 757 office will be closed Monday, September 1, 2014 in honor of Labor Day. We will reopen on Tuesday, September 2nd, at 8:30 am.
August 28, 2014 - AFL CIO Labor Day Picnic September 1st
The AFL CIO Labor Day Picnic will once again be held at Oaks Amusement Park. Ride bracelets are $9.50. See below for the
train schedule.
August 15, 2014 - AFL CIO Labor Day Picnic September 1st
Attached please find a copy of the schedule for the train to and from the AFL CIO Labor Day picnic.
Flyer.
August 7, 2014 - Labor for Life Blood Drive
One of the most important events you can participate in at the AFL CIO Oaks Park Labor Day Picnic is our annual blood drive sponsored in partnership by Northwest Oregon Labor Council and Labor’s Community
Service Agency for the American Red Cross. Your commitment saves lives. To avoid any wait to donate on Labor Day, we encourage you to make
an appointment ahead of time. Details are on the attached flyer.
July 23, 2014 - City of North Bonneville Contract
Congratulations to our members in the City of North Bonneville, who voted yesterday in favor of their new contract!
July 17, 2014 - Relay for Life - Lane Transit District
Lane Transit District employees join together to support Relay For Life. They had over 45 items donated for a raffle.
Some of the items were Hand made. Thank you for all working to benefit such a good cause!
July 15, 2014 - Health & Safety Training - CANCELLED
This weekend's ATU 757 and ATU International sponsored training on Health & Safety has been cancelled.
Please let us know if you will be attending this as we are trying to get a head count. It is open to the general membership. If you have questions please call Bruce on his cell at 971-300-2780.
July 15, 2014 - Plight of the TriMet Retirees
This 20 minute video put out by Northwest Digital Video LLC movingly illustrates how TriMet retirees, who after years of service and agreeing to smaller
pensions in exchange for health care coverage for themselves and their spouses, are facing financial uncertainty.
July 15, 2014 - National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners
The National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners (National Registry) is a new Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) program.
All commercial drivers whose current medical certificate expires on or after May 21, 2014, at expiration of that certificate must be examined by a medical professional
listed on the National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners. Only medical examiners that have completed training and successfully passed a test on FMCSA's physical
qualification standards will be listed on the National Registry. Go to the website>>
July 9, 2014 - Photos from the Retiree Picnic
Here are a few photos from Mount Scott Park where the Retirees' picnic was held today.
Here Retiree Board member Robert deBlock and Arlene Chambers are joined by Financial Secretary Mary Longoria.
Vice President Jonathan Hunt and Financial Secretary Mary Longoria watching as the announcements begin.
Lunch was provided by Terrell's Barbecue - pulled pork, shredded chicken, potato salad and beans.
Vice President Jonathan Hunt and Financial Secretary Mary Longoria watching as the announcements begin.
Lunch was provided by Terrell's Barbecue - pulled pork, shredded chicken, potato salad and beans.
Retiree Picnic - Location Change
The ATU 757 Retired Member Chapter’s picnic will be Wednesday, July 9th at 11:00 a.m. at Mount Scott,
5530 SE 72 Ave, Portland (503-823-3183) rather than Creston Park. Admission is $11.00.
ATU 757 Discount on Adidas at the Employee store - June 2014
Adidas store pass
Portland Pride Parade - Sunday, June 15th, 2014
Wear your union shirt and remind parade-goers that LGBT businesses should be labor friendly too, and show the community that labor is an ally.
We will begin walking around noon, however parade officials will not allow others to join the parade while in progress, so please be there by 11:00 am.
Portland Pride FLYER>>
June 9, 2014 - Ben Fain Jr. - ATU 757 Retiree
Ben Fain Jr. Won the outstanding support for organized labor Saturday night at the Labor Appreciation & Recognition Dinner.
Congratulations Ben!
June 2, 2014 - TriMet Child/Elder Care Program
In order to receive reimbursement from the ATU 757 - TriMet Child/Elder Care program, please have paperwork and receipts submitted to the Union office
by June 13, 2014. Reimbursement for this six month period is $700.00 per member.
May 30, 2014 - TriMet bus driver rescues barefoot toddler
Click to read about and see
video of TriMet bus driver Bill Clark saving barefoot toddler from Division Street traffic in Gresham
May 27, 2014 - ATU 757 Retirees' Picnic
The ATU 757 Retired Member Chapter’s picnic will be Wednesday, July 9th at 11:00 a.m. at Creston Park,
SE 44th Ave & Powell Blvd, Portland. Admission is $10.00.
May 23, 2014 - ATU 757's Final Offer Costing Spreadsheet
Full document
May 22, 2014 - Press Release: TriMet Bargained in Bad Faith Union Charges
Today, the bus operators union filed unfair labor practice charges against TriMet charging that the agency’s top managers have
bargained in bad faith. “TriMet spent thousands of public relations dollars claiming that its 44-year unfunded retiree medical insurance obligation (OPEB)
has to be eliminated. Yet, getting TriMet to provide timely, complete, accurate information about health insurance and that unfunded obligation has been
impossible,” says Bruce Hansen, the Amalgamated Transit Union president. FULL PRESS RELEASE |
Unfair Labor Practice
May 20, 2014 - First Student Portland Food Distribution
On Saturday, May 17th, ATU 757 Financial Secretary Treasurer Mary Longoria and First Student Portland Executive Board Officer Anna Tompte met
with First Student Portland Liaison Officer Alex Smith and Shop Steward Pippa Pizor and Sally Headrick.
They moved all donations to the Union office parking lot to organize the donated food from the food
drive into individual boxes packaged for families to pick up.
Families in need notified one of their representatives that they were interested in participating and were told to come pick up a box on May 17th.
The winner of the Food Drive's Raffle on April 12th generously redonated
their gift card back to those in need and the funds were used to purchase toilet paper and laundry soap which were added to each family's box.
They moved all donations to the Union office parking lot to organize the donated food from the food
drive into individual boxes packaged for families to pick up.
Families in need notified one of their representatives that they were interested in participating and were told to come pick up a box on May 17th.
The winner of the Food Drive's Raffle on April 12th generously redonated
their gift card back to those in need and the funds were used to purchase toilet paper and laundry soap which were added to each family's box.
May 20, 2014 - TriMet - ATU 757 Members: Child/Elder Care
May 20, 2014 - Paratransit Drivers' Picnic 2014
Join us July 12, 2014 from noon until 5:00 pm at Normandale Park for the Paratransit Drivers' United picnic. Activities will include
softball, croquet, yard darts, and volleyball. THere will be an off leash area for your dogs and a play area for your kids. Sign up to bring meat to grill, your favorite dish
to share, or beverages. Please contact Kathy Brown (503) 819-9065 or Cathy Redwine (503) 332-6133 if you would like to help.
Flyer>>
May 19, 2014 - RVTD NEGOTIATIONS
Our Rogue Valley Transportation District members voted in favor of their contract overwhelmingly on Friday night . Congratulations Bruce
May 19, 2014 - CALL TO ACTION
CALL TO ACTION
Any member wishing to attend a training class on grievances and arbitration, please email president@atu757.org with your contact information.
April 30, 2014 - Results of the First Student POrtland Vote
First Student Portland's ATU members overwhelmingly voted down First Student's last, best and final offer yesterday and authorized a strike.
April 29, 2014 - First Student Portland Vote
First Student Portland's ATU members are voting on First Student's Last, Best and Final contract offer today at their Columbia Yard location.
First Student Liaison Officer Alex SMith, Shop Steward Pippa Pizor, ATU Financial Secretary Mary Longoria, and Vice President Jonathan Hunt at the First Student vote.
First Student Liaison Officer Alex SMith, Shop Steward Pippa Pizor, ATU Financial Secretary Mary Longoria, and Vice President Jonathan Hunt at the First Student vote.
April 28, 2014 - CTRAN Clerical Contract Vote
Congratulations to our brothers and sisters at CTRAN clerical and Passenger service reps who overwhelmingly
voted in favor of their contract!
April 25, 2014 - Good in the Hood
Good in the Hood is seeking participants for many positions. If you are interested in being a part of this event,
please call 971 302-6380. Flyer>>
April 23, 2014 - MAY DAY RALLY
Join your Amalgamated Transit Union brothers and sisters at the May Day Rally on Thursday, May 1, 2014. Meet in the South Park
Blocks around the Shemanski Fountain for the rally at 3:00 pm and the march at 4:00 pm. FLYER>>
April 22, 2014 - C-TRAN SENIORITY VOTE
C-TRAN Operator Shelly Rockhold will retain her seniority minus the time she was away from work, based on the vote of the C-TRAN membership.
April 15, 2014 - Saturday's Food Bank
Thank you to everyone who contributed to First Student's Food Bank. Below Joe Clyde and Pippa Pizor, drivers for First Student Portland,
stand with ATU Financial Secretary Treasurer Mary Longoria at Saturday's Food Bank
Everyone who assisted at the Union office on Saturday
First Student Driver Joe Clyde posting signs
First Student Drivers Pippa Pizor and Kris Strane load the truck to go to storage
Everyone who assisted at the Union office on Saturday
First Student Driver Joe Clyde posting signs
First Student Drivers Pippa Pizor and Kris Strane load the truck to go to storage
April 10, 2014 - RAFFLE at the Food Bank
Drop off food at the ATU 757 Food bank on Saturday, April 12th between 9 am and 2 pm and enter to win a $100 Fred Meyer gift card.
You do not have to be present to win. Thank you for supporting your local workers. FLYER>>
April 8, 2014 - ATU 757 FOOD PANTRY
Please join us in supporting our ATU 757 Union Brothers and Sisters who work for First Student in Portland. They have voted to strike and
will need a “food pantry” that will sustain their families during the strike. Remember, when you board your children on a school bus it may be an ATU 757 member.
Let’s stand together in solidarity and help our fellow members.
We will be collecting your non-perishable donations Saturday, April 12th, 2014 in the ATU 757 office parking lot from 9 am to 2 pm. We look forward to seeing you there. FLYER>>
April 1, 2014 - Community Labor SOlidarity Gathering
Join us at the Community Labor solidarity Gathering: Building a Brighter Future for Working Families. Full Story>>
March 28, 2014 - 3 Hour Transfer
Financial Secretary Treasurer Mary Longoria and OPAL/Bus Riders Unite took to the streets Wednesday, March 26th, 2014, outside the TriMet Board
Meeting in support of the 3 Hour Transfer.
At the TriMet Board of Directors' Meeting
At the TriMet Board of Directors' Meeting
March 26, 2014 - Reality Check - TriMet's "Fact" Check
Last Monday the Union sent out a press release pointing out that, this year, mostly top managers and highly technical people got paid in excess of
their budgeted salaries. In response, TriMet's PR department rushed to send out an email claiming that the excess money was an annual payout for unused vacations rather than
bonuses.
Even if that were true, the PR department folks failed to make their point. What they did was prove the Union's point: The income inequality gap is widening at TriMet. FULL STORY>>
March 24, 2014 - Press Release: Union Questions Management Bonuses
“TriMet’s new budget proposal reveals a disturbing trend,” says Amalgamated Transit Union 757 president, Bruce Hansen. “It contains evidence
of an ever-increasing income gap between the wages of top managers and the wages of every other TriMet employee.” Hansen says the bonuses that top managers have given
themselves just this year are a clear example of that widening gap. FULL STORY>>|Attachment
March 18, 2014 - Bus Driver Appreciation Day
These four videos were produced by MetroEast Community Media in conjunction with Paulette Rossi and ATU 757 in honor of Bus Driver Appreciation Day,
March 18th, 2014.These videos show that the riding public does appreciate everything you do. Amalgamated Transit Union 757 salutes drivers and all our members who keep the
community moving and safe. They are currently running on public access stations in the Portland Metro area and Marion and Lane Counties. To
the videos>>
February 26, 2014 - Press Release: Union Again Pleads for a Partnering Role in Solving TriMet's Problems
Today TriMet's Board meeting included yet another plea from the transit union president that the workforce be allowed to partner with
the Board in solving TriMet's alleged financial woes. FULL STORY>>|Attachment
February 25, 2014 - Darigold Rally
Workers from Darigold member dairies in Idaho, Oregon, and Washington State have reported ongoing violations of wage theft, animal abuse,
unsanitary restrooms and lunch rooms, lack of drinking water, lack of rest or meal breaks, among other abuses but Darigold has yet to resolve then. The workers have
attempted to communicate with Darigold since 2011. They held marches at the Portland plant, and had rallies and marches at their headquarters asking to be heard.
At one point the workers took a petition with over 20,000 signatures and delivered it to their headquarters in Seattle. It was not until last month that Darigold
finally opened its doors to the worker and had a conversation about the reported violations. The workers are continuing to mobilize at the Darigold plants in an
effort to move them to take immediate steps to remedy the reported abuses. FULL STORY>>
February 24, 2014 - TRIMET BOARD MEETING THIS WEDNESDAY
Please join us this Wednesday, February 26th 9:00 am at the TriMet Board Meeting to stress to the Board the importance of our health care and the need for our participation in this matter.
Portland Building, Room C, 1120 SW 5th, Portland
February 19, 2014 - C-TRAN OPERATOR OF THE YEAR: TODD SHADE
2013 Coach Operator of the Year
Shop Steward Randy Smith and Coach Operator of the Year Todd Shade
Shop Steward Randy Smith and Coach Operator of the Year Todd Shade
February 14, 2014 - HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY
The Valentine's Bus
The designer, Paulette Rossi
The designer, Paulette Rossi
February 13, 2014 - Portland School Board Contact Inforation
Please email the Portland School Board today: Tell them to settle a fair contract NOW with teachers and support the schools our students
deserve! More information>>
February 12, 2014 - From The Oregonian: TriMet's 'reverse ambulance' credited with keeping Portland hospitals open during snow storm
"As a testament to just how treacherous the storm became on Saturday and Sunday, TriMet was, for the first time in its history, called on to provide emergency service
to medical centers."
February 10, 2014 - Portland Winter Storm 2014
TriMet's more luxurious bathroom accomodations during snow/ice...
One of many stuck buses on Saturday.
Maintenance folks prepping buses to go out into service.
Another maintenance worker assisting in getting chains on the bus Friday night at North Terminal.
One of many stuck buses on Saturday.
Maintenance folks prepping buses to go out into service.
Another maintenance worker assisting in getting chains on the bus Friday night at North Terminal.
"I just want to commend you for the great service you provided in the difficult weather on Friday evening. I flew in from Boston and was able to make it to Tigard on the MAX and bus 12 without any difficulty. The driver of the 12 bus did an outstanding job of driving in the snow." Click here to read more weather event commendations from around the cityWinter Storm 2014 Reaction>>
February 7, 2014 - TriMet Front Line Employees
I was informed today by TriMet’s front line employees that they were asked to perform work outside
of their normal work assignments. As an example, they were asked to take their buses around the shop and wait in line to have chains
installed, all while in an unpaid status.
I would advise all front line employees that if they are asked to do something outside of their scheduled assignment to fill out a time slip. You should be paid for all work performed.
During inclement weather remember to take your breaks and to eat properly and to put safety above all.
February 6, 2014 - TriMet Contract Negotiations Update
Full story>>
January 30, 2014 - KATU Investigators on TriMet Lift
'You have to sneak in humanity,' says TriMet LIFT driver
January 29, 2014 - PRESS RELEASE: State’s TriMet Audit Report Released to the Public
Today, the Oregon Secretary of State’s Office released its TriMet Audit Report to the public. TriMet’s front line employees and their union,
ATU 757, are grateful to the legislators who called for the audit and to the Secretary of State who supported conducting it. The audit presented an historical opportunity
to get to the heart of the critical issues that brought the agency’s performance to the attention of state lawmakers. Upon initial review, it appears that opportunity has,
unfortunately, fallen short of its potential. Read full release>> |Attachment
January 29, 2014 - President Bruce Hansen on OPB's Think Out Loud Talking About the Audit
Here's a link to the page on OPB where you can listen to the audio of today's Think Out Loud discussion on the Secretary of State's
TriMet Audit Report. LINK>>
January 29, 2014 - State Audit of TriMet
This is a link to the Secretary of State's audit of TriMet. Later this afternoon the Union’s response to the audit will be provided to you:
Audit Link
January 27, 2014 - Rogue Valley Transportation Department Awards Banquet
Congratulations to all the RVTD employees who were recognized at their awards banquet.
The members sing Happy Birthday to our very own Mary Longoria.
The members sing Happy Birthday to our very own Mary Longoria.
January 24, 2014 - A New Perspective
We started a journey just over a year ago to pull back the curtain on decision making and spending at TriMet. Last week, a discussion of
labor issues at Portland State University took place that has so many parallels to TriMet, you’ll be amazed when you read it. Here’s the real eye-opener: the core issue,
according to PSU sociology professor Jose Padin, is the rise of a self-serving administrative class that is no longer concerned with the mission that front line
workers are struggling to fulfill everyday. Check out this quote: “Our institutions are being run by a class of people that [are] an enemy to our mission. To them,
education and public service is a secondary interest. They are interested in their own personal careers.”
Wow! Please read the article and see if it doesn’t put a whole new perspective on what’s been happening for years at TriMet – and why the toxic culture there has to change...
January 3, 2014 - Dispatch Audio Recording of TriMet Operator's Assault
Listen here for Dispatch's real time recording of this TriMet operator's traumatic assault.
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