New Bus Only Lane
The new Business Access and Transit (BAT) lane will replace one of the existing travel lanes on NW Everett and run six blocks from NW Broadway to the ramp up onto the Steel Bridge. The [...]
“Nobody Went To School For This!”
Hello colleagues,Electric buses are disruptive. I advocate for them because they slash the emissions that drive both climate change and increased cancer rates (diesel exhaust is carcinogenic). Yet the more I learn about electric buses, [...]
TAKE ACTION: SAVE APPRENTICESHIPS!
A proposed Department of Labor rule to establish the Industry-Recognized Apprenticeship Program, or IRAP, could decimate training, safety and labor standards in established registered apprenticeship programs. That’s why North America’s Building Trades Unions, the Oregon AFL-CIO and others are sounding [...]
Light Rail Probationary Violations
TriMet Sisters & Brothers: We are happy to share with you that we have come to an Agreement with TriMet that will result in a decrease in discipline and demotions for new rail operators. From now [...]
Annual ATU757 Picnic Reminder
Just a reminder for you and your family to join us for food and fun on Sunday, August 4th from 10am to 4pm. Where? At Blue Lake Regional Park, Chinook A&B 20500 NE Marine Dr. Fairview, [...]
WA. HOV Lane Violations/Fines
Increased fines for repeat offenders; new fine for drivers using dolls or dummies to cheat occupancy rules. OLYMPIA – High occupancy vehicle (HOV) lane violators will be paying higher fines starting Sunday, July 28 – [...]
TriMet Security Awareness Training Opportunity
Security threat identification, de-escalation, and evacuation procedures are just some of the topics covered in the security awareness 4 hour training course. This training is voluntary and on your own time – TriMet will not [...]
APTA Award
Congratulations to C- Tran and their ATU757 brother and sister Front-Line Workers for winning the 2019 National Transit System of the year award. The honor was announced this month as part of the annual APTA [...]
Vacation Hold Back and 8th Camera ULP
We first want to take this opportunity to announce the return of the Second Week Holdback Program! Attached you will find the Agreement. We know that this Program is very important to you and we [...]
UFCW 555 Contract Fight
Take Note and share with your members: UFCW Local 555 is asking for your support in their attempt to secure a fair and equitable contract. They are seeking support from the entire labor movement. Strike [...]
4th of July
Have a safe & happy 4th of July! The office will be closed 7/4 & 7/5 in observance of the holiday. If there is an urgent matter, please reach out to an Executive Board Officer [...]
ATU757 Annual Union Picnic
Join us for food and fun on Sunday, August 4th from 10am to 4pm. Where? At Blue Lake Regional Park, Chinook A&B 20500 NE Marine Dr. Fairview, OR 97024. We are looking forward to seeing [...]
Good in the Hood Parade
Don't miss out in joining us for the Good in the Hood's 27th annual parade. If you are interested in walking in the parade or riding on the ATU Bus, please contact the union office [...]
Union Brother Passing
In loving memory of our Union Brother Vern "Butch" Collins who passed away on May 8th, 2019. May he rest in peace. An Honorable Veteran graveside service will be held Friday, May 31st at 2:30pm [...]
Annual Retirees’ Picnic
Retirees' are invited to join us at the Annual Retirees' Picnic on July 10, 2019 from 11am to 1 pm. Location is Woodstock Park, SE 47th Ave. and Steele St., Portland, OR. 97206 Google Maps: [...]
The Right to Pee
It's something most people don't even have to think about, but bathroom access is a serious workplace issue for bus drivers. ATU International has created a 12-page comic book that lifts the lid, pardon the [...]
Good in the Hood Parade
Save the date! Saturday, June 22, 2019. Walk/Ride with ATU 757 and Shop Steward, Terry Howard in the 27th Annual Good in the Hood Parade. Good in the Hood is a Multicultural Music, Arts & [...]
ATU Mourns
It is with deep sorrow we share news of International President Larry Hanley's untimely passing on May 7, 2019. May he rest in peace.
TRI-MET CISM Team News Letter
If you need help or you just need to talk, call or email a team member. Keep Strict Confidentiality, Be an Active Listener, YOU need to be SAFE, Our role is to be the calm [...]