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Member Driven: Local 100 Team Collecting Contract Demands/Concerns from Members

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A new Local 100 outreach team is surveying members across the transit system in preparation for contract negotiations later this year.

The Rapid Response team, formed at the direction of Local 100 President Richard Davis, so far has visited dozens of bus and subway locations. At each stop, union reps ask members to rank their contract priorities. But the reps also sit down with members for one-on-one discussions about their issues and concerns.

“It’s positive and encouraging,” Train Operator Robert Negron said recently after talking with union Rep. Kristian Magwood. “They get to hear what we want…and what’s going on out here in the field. We get to give our input.” Train Operator Fidel Gomez agreed. “Sometimes you see a lot of union people when there are elections coming up, so it’s good to see them coming around when it’s not election time,” Gomez said. “It’s a good thing.”

In Case You Missed It: Past President Tony Utano Recaps Departmental Victories in 2022

As part of his presentation to the Mass Membership meeting, past President Tony Utano recapped Departmental victories in 2022.

NBC News Covers Court Appearance of Banker who Assaulted Train Operator

Watch NBC-TV's coverage of Wednesday's court appearance of Jean-Francois Coste, accused of assaulting Train Operator Tanya McCray at Stillwell Terminal.

CTA Nelson's Assailant Remanded to Bellevue; Judged Unfit for Trial

FEBRUARY 9 -- A panel of doctors appointed by a Bronx judge found Alexander Wright, accused in the brutal assault of CTA Anthony Nelson, unfit for trial and remanded him to Bellevue Hospital for psychiatric treatment. The latest turn in the case against Wright was greeted with dismay by Nelson's family and co-workers in the Stations Department who turned out in numbers at the Bronx Hall of Justice.

Nelson had his collarbone and nose broken, and his arm injured in the assault back on August 11th at the Pelham Bay Station on the 6 Line. He came to aid riders who were being harassed by Wright, who then assaulted him. Wright had more than 40 arrests at the time, and MTA CEO Janno Lieber called for him to be banned from the transit system.

At today's court support, Brother Nelson spoke of the importance of unity and all transit workers standing together to make our voices heard on the issue of assaults. MTA Senior VP Frank Annicaro, attending at the request of NYCT President Richard Davey, said of Nelson, "Doing what's right is the right thing to do, and Anthony showed that. We're here to support him. We want to thank [him] for representing the MTA."

"Two court-appointed doctors examined the defendant and found him unfit to proceed to trial," Bronx District Attorney Darcel Clark said in a statement. "Justice Morales remanded the defendant to a psychiatric facility until he is deemed fit to stand trial."

Big Show of Support for Assaulted Train Operator

Wednesday, Feb. 8, 2022 -- Nearly 100 union members packed a Brooklyn courtroom this morning as an investment banker charged with punching Train Operator Tanya McCray in the face multiple times was arraigned. It was standing-room only in the courtroom as defendant Jean-Francois Coste, hiding his face behind a surgical mask, entered a not-guilty plea on felony assault charges.

Transport Workers Union Local 100’s strong show of support brought tears to McCray’s eyes. “I just want to thank all my union co-workers for being out here and supporting me,” McCray said after the court hearing. “The love has been overwhelming. I’m overwhelmed from the joy of my co-workers supporting me.”

RTO Vice President Canella Gomez called on Brooklyn prosecutors to throw the book at Coste, who was arrested by police shortly after the Dec. 16 attack in the Stillwell Ave. terminal station in Coney Island.

“It’s important to set an example with this guy, to let city know, and the public know, it’s not okay to assault transit workers,” Gomez said.

Black History Celebration Set for Feb 22 at the Union Hall

Every year, your Union celebrates Black History Month with a dinner and entertainment at the Union Hall. This year, the event is on February 22, and we expect a great evening for all. Click here to register. Members in good standing only, plus your guest.

Click here to download the flyer.

New Contract Survey Out -- Union Members Asked to Complete It Now

Brothers and Sisters --

We are preparing for contract negotiations with the MTA and are gathering information from you, the membership. Officers and representatives in our newly formed Rapid Response team are conducting outreach and interviews in the field. They have surveys and are listening to what you have to say about your work issues.

Union officers also are being provided surveys for you to complete. Surveys are also available at union meetings and on the TWU Local 100 website: twulocal100.org

We understand that there are third-party surveys circulating - and ask that you complete the official TWU Local 100 survey.

Please fill out the survey by clicking on the image at left, or at this link.

All responses are confidential to TWU Local 100 leadership.

Thank you for your participation.

Union Statement on Mass Transit Funding in NY State Budget

Feb. 1, 2023 -- TWU Local 100 will fight the MTA if it tries to balance its budget on the backs of transit workers, TWU Local 100 President Richard Davis said today.

MTA budget plans include some $400 million in savings through “efficiencies.”

“We don’t know yet what the MTA means by ‘efficiencies,’ but we will fight any effort to balance the budget on the backs of transit workers,” Davis said in a statement. “We kept the bus and subway system running through the pandemic, and that must be fully recognized.”

MTA finances were a central focus of the New York State financial plan that Gov. Hochul unveiled in Albany earlier today. Hochul proposed a slight increase in a business tax to generate $800 million in additional revenues for mass transit. She is also looking to the city to provide another $500 million.

“This is a great first step,” Davis said. “It’s a clear recognition by Gov. Hochul that the bus and subway system is essential, and government has the responsibility to provide the necessary funding. We also agree with her 100% that service cuts must be avoided.”

President Davis Presides Over Jam-Packed Mass Membership Meeting; Talks About the Contract, Unity, and the Focus On Members

Screw the budget gaps!

Speaking at the jam-packed Mass Membership Meeting in Manhattan on Saturday, Local 100 President Richard Davis vowed the MTA won’t get off easy in upcoming contract negotiations by crying poverty - again.

“The MTA says they have massive budget gaps,” Davis said. “I say, screw their budget gaps! We worked through the pandemic! And that needs to be recognized!”

The negotiations could be among the most difficult ever. “We have to be united,” Davis said. “No divisions! One union, with one voice, and one fist!”

More than 1,500 members attended the gathering at the Sheraton Hotel near Times Square. In a strong sign of respect and support, Mayor Eric Adams made time in his busy schedule to attend and speak to the members. He is the first mayor to attend a Mass Membership Meeting. TWU International President John Samuelsen also was a guest speaker. He promised the International would back the Local one-hundred percent during negotiations, providing resources, expertise, and other assistance.

The over-arching theme was “Member Built, Member Strong, Member Driven.”

Member Built: TWU was organized by subway workers in the depths of the Great Depression when workers toiled 7 days a week for poverty wages – without overtime, healthcare, vacations, or pensions.

Member Strong: Local 100 has more than 42,000 members. We operate and maintain the largest transit system in North America. We also have members in the school bus, private bus, and tourism industries.

Member Driven: The top priority is the membership. The focus is on the membership.

“TWU is a great union, not just because of what we do, or our size, but because of who we are as individuals,” Davis said after introducing a video featuring “some of our outstanding members.” Click this link to watch the video.

Members featured in the video received certificates of appreciation, including Tonya Thompson, a Bronx Bus Operator and a cancer survivor. Thompson is a leading volunteer organizer and fundraiser for breast cancer awareness and research. “It felt amazing to be recognized by my Union for all the hard work I’ve put in over the years,” she said. “Simply a wonderful day."

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Executive Board Statement Against Violence and Intimidation

The TWU Local 100 Executive Board has approved a statement against intimidation, harassment, or violence against any union member or officer. You can read it here.