TWU
MTA Contract With TWU Local 100 Expires
A scene many would like to not see again, TWU Local 100 members on strike. Just a few minutes ago, the contract between the MTA & TWU Local 100 expired. This comes as no surprise considering no one from either side or observers such as myself expected a deal to be reached before it did. […]
TWU President Samuelsen Talks Negotiations
Over the years, I have covered the never ending war between the MTA & Transport Workers Union. The latest round in that war is looming as negotiations for a new labor deal are right around the corner. A few days ago, TWU Local 100 President John Samuelsen went on The Brian Lehrer Show to discuss […]
TWU Attacks MTA For Alleged Health Cuts
In a story that just appeared on NY1 a short time ago, the TWU has attacked the MTA over alleged health care cuts. Tina Redwine has more: Doug Kirchner retired from New York City Transit after 28 years driving a city bus. He said he recently had back surgery and got a nasty surprise. “They […]
TWU Continues With The Childish Attacks
Regular readers know that I am not anti-union like some others seem to be in the transit world. I support unions engaging in legitimate tactics to protect their members while also doing their part if & when things hit the fan. Throughout the latest war between the MTA & TWU over layoffs, I strongly supported […]
TWU Protests Outside Of MTA Chairman’s Condo
Once again the battle lines between the MTA & Transport Workers Union Local 100 (TWU Local 100) has heated up. This go around once again features TWU members protesting MTA CEO & Board Chairman Jay H. Walder outside of his condo on Central Park West & 96th Street. Jen Chung of Gothamist has more: Last […]
