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Isaiah Thompson, accused in slashing of NYCT Conductor
Isaiah Thompson, accused in slashing of NYCT Conductor

Assailant in Conductor Slashing Expected to Appear in Court for the First Time Wednesday

JULY 14 -- Isaiah Thompson, accused in the assault on a NYCT Conductor at Whitlock Avenue on the 6 line on June 10, is expected to be arraigned at Bronx Supreme Criminal Court at 265 East 161st Street, Part SCA, at 9AM Wednesday, July 16th. Local 100 urges all members to attend to provide support.

Previously on June 17th, dozens of transit workers crowded a Bronx courtroom for a hearing. Thompson's arraignment was postponed. The Court continued an order of protection for our Conductor and bail was continued for Thompson.

In remarks outside of the courtroom, RTO VP Tramell Thompson thanked the NYPD for their quick work in capturing the defendant, and thanked union members for their solidarity.

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TWU Local 100 Mourns the Passing of Josephine Arroyo, Retired Vice President of Local 101

It is with deep sadness that TWU Local 100 acknowledges the passing of our beloved sister in labor, Josephine Arroyo, retired Vice President of our sister union, Local 101. Josephine was more than a leader — she was a fierce advocate, a compassionate listener, and a constant presence in the lives of the members she served with unwavering dedication.

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Present at the drawing were union leaders as well as M3 Tech CEO John Pescitelle (at far right)
Present at the drawing were union leaders as well as M3 Tech CEO John Pescitelle (at far right)

$152,500 in Scholarships are Awarded to Members and Family

JULY 3 -- $152,500 in scholarship grants were awarded to college students, including Local 100 members and their families in a random drawing conducted at the Union Hall. While an online audience watched on Zoom, Local 100 Recording Secretary Shirley Martin drew the first name from a spinning basket. That first scholarship was worth $10,000.

Local 100 President John V. Chiarello was present at the drawing along with Recording Secretary Martin, Administrative VP Alexander Kemp, and John Pescitelli, whose company, M3 Technology, sponsors the awards. The Zoom recording, which shows the reading of the names in real time, will be posted on the Local 100 site soon, along with the names of the 61 winners. 30 alternates were also drawn, if any winners can't provide documentation of college enrollment.

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Michael Cumberbatch Recalls 32 Years of Moving New York

JULY 1 -- Your Train Operator glides to a smooth stop. You make your connection to the next train. Your mind is on anything beside the trip because you know you’re in good hands. The best subway ride is the one you don’t even notice.

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Flanked by Station VP Robert Kelley, Adm. VP Alexander Kemp, and Div. Chair Nicolette Browne, Pres. Chiarello addresses the media on the assault against a Station Agent. Behind them is her image on a monitor.
Flanked by Station VP Robert Kelley, Adm. VP Alexander Kemp, and Div. Chair Nicolette Browne, Pres. Chiarello addresses the media on the assault against a Station Agent. Behind them is her image on a monitor.

Union Holds Press Conference to Highlight Assault on Station Agent

JULY 1 -- A press conference was held today at the union hall to highlight the case of Marshalee Reid, a Station Agent who was assaulted by two women at the New Lots Avenue Station in Brooklyn. At about 1:15 p.m. On Saturday, June 28th, Station Agent Reid was providing customer service when she was jumped by one lady who had vaulted the turnstile and another lady who used the gate to enter the station without paying.

Miss Reid was thrown to the ground. She suffered facial lacerations and a swollen hand. At the time, the Station Agent was recovering from brain surgery which took place last year. She was on restricted duty at the station.

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Union Celebrates Diversity at the Pride Parade

An energetic group of dozens of TWU Local 100 members danced and strutted their way down 5th Avenue as part of the big 2025 pride parade, led by RTO Tower Operator William Broome who carried a pride flag. Safety Director Celeste Kirkland and TUF Director Charles Jenkins carried the banner of the Union's Civil and Human Rights Committee, which Jenkins also co-chairs. Local 100 Recording Secretary Shirley Martin rode the length of the parade on our big float, backed up a great DJ and a score of members dancing and waving to the crowds that lined 5th Avenue.

President John V. Chiarello, who attended the event along with Administrative VP Alexander Kemp, said, "This parade celebrates diversity -- something which we at TWU Local 100 support. From the days of our Founder Mike Quill, we have safeguarded the right of every union member to have a workplace free from discrimination."

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Lobby Day Update: Key Bills Pass Both Houses

JUNE 27 -- Thousands of Local 100 members gathered in Albany to demonstrate support for important pro-worker legislation on Lobby Day earlier this year – and the elected officials noticed.

The New York State Legislature has now passed five bills that are on Local 100’s list of legislative priorities. 

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Whitfield Wins TA Surface Election for Executive Board

JUNE 26 -- Anthony Whitfield, a Bus Operator with TA Surface with 25 years on the job has won the recent election to replace Alexander Kemp on the TWU Local 100 Executive Board. The election was conducted after Kemp was named Administrative Vice President. In the certified election tally, Whitfield had 405 votes to challenger Javier F. Oquendo, who had 265.

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