Dedra Brinson Sworn in as Vice Chair, Train Operators, B Division, RTO

APRIL 29 -- Dedra Brinson, a career Train Operator with 19 years of service at NYCT, was sworn in by President Tony Utano to complete the term of T/O Brussard Alston, who retired. She was appointed by the Executive Board to occupy the position of Vice Chair of Train Operators for the B Division. For most of her career she has worked the F Line. She has previously served as a Shop Steward

RTO Vice President Eric Loegel (also pictured) said Sister Brinson "has worked closely with the union for the last couple of years and has done an excellent job serving our membership and moving RTO forward. I'm thrilled to have her working in an official capacity as a Vice Chair for the B Division. I know she will continue her great work for the Department."

Brother Alston, who retired in December, had 32 years with NYCT and has previously held the position of Division Chair.