TWU Local 100 Endorses Eric Adams for Mayor of New York City

APRIL 29 -- TWU Local 100 overwhelmingly and enthusiastically endorsed Brooklyn Borough President Eric Adams for mayor today.

The Local 100 Executive Board voted overwhelmingly after hearing from eight leading candidates at the Union Hall in Brooklyn.

“Our members and officers have known Eric for a long time,” TWU Local 100 President Tony Utano said. “He’s stood with us in many battles and has always been there for us. He’s earned this endorsement and richly deserves it.”

Working in the Heat

Working in hot environments is not safe. Your body builds up heat when you work and sweats to get rid of it. Too much heat can make you tired, hurt your job performance, and increase your chance of injury. When the temperature changes quickly, you need time for your body to get adjusted to the heat. Be extra careful early in the summer when hot spells begin.

You have a right to a safe & comfortable work environment:

Clean water provided through a fountain, cooler or bottled water at all locations
Cool Work areas and break rooms
Ventilation to bring in clean air and take out hot air
Make adequate water supplies part of your daily workplace inspection

Need relief? Follow up with supervision immediately:

Bus- Call console, request immediate medical assistance
RTO- command 212-712-4480
CED- call your Barn Chair or Local Union rep
MOW- control 212-712-4120

If needed, file a Safety Rule Dispute Resolution Form.

For Stations: To follow up with supervision, call your respective Field Office. If you are a CTA, you can also ask for a comfort by entering the booth to cool down. If you feel unwell, you must notify OSAC and inform them that you are going home. Doctor’s lines will be needed on your return. Field Office numbers are as follows: 125th Street: 212-712-3127 or 718-436-8421; 44th Street: 212-424-5407 or -5408; 7th Ave: 718-243-3903 or 243-3905; Parsons-Archer: 718-334-8106. OSAC is 347-694-6500. Sick Desk for CTA’s ext. 42.

Click here to download a printed version of this message. Print it out and post it in your workplace.

For Stations Department members, click here.

One good flyer deserves another.

London Calling! TWU Local 100 Glad to Help Out

London’s Rail, Maritime and Transport Workers Union (the RMT) – our brothers in arms across the pond – found inspiration in our recent graphic campaign to slow trains and prevent subway fatalities. We sent them our graphics files and they went to work, repurposing our graphic image of a chalk outline on the roadbed and making it the centerpiece of their campaign to bring back laid off workers who ensure safety on the Bakerloo line. The line’s management cut staffing, forcing train operators to drive out of service trains into stations or “sidings” in yards without checking for passengers who didn’t get off in time. The RMT points to the case of a 12-year old boy who found himself alone in a yard walking the tracks. Now the public is getting the message that this unsafe practice should end and that they should let London Underground management know they need to bring back the laid-off staff. See the RMT’s flyer here.

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.

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.

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.

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."

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. 

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.

Union's Primary Wins Include 3 Borough Presidents and Manhattan District Attorney

JUNE 27 – Candidates endorsed by TWU Local 100 secured victories in their primary elections across several key races on Tuesday. State Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso, Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson, Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg, and Councilwoman Inna Vernikov all clinched their contests or are widely expected to be declared winners when all ranked-choice votes are counted.

Local 100 President John Chiarello thanked the officers and members who helped mobilize votes for the candidates by distributing flyers and palm cards, as well as engaging with voters on the streets and doorsteps. The candidates are now moving on to the November general election.

Quality Celebrates End of the School Year

Quality Transportation, a TWU Local 100 represented School Bus company with branches in Brooklyn and the Bronx, celebrated the end of another school year at their HQ in East New York. On hand were our top four -- President John V. Chiarello, Secretary-Treasurer Carlos Bernabel, Recording Secretary Shirley Martin, and Admin. VP Alexander Kemp. Acting as MC was longtime Union Rep and Chair Hazel Carr, who was one of those receiving a union/management recognition award for over 20 years of service.

TWU Local 100 Celebrates Juneteenth

This is a day to celebrate the emancipation of slaves in the United States, the victories of the civil rights movement, and the march towards a more perfect union.

Assailant in Conductor Slashing Has New Court Date of July 16

JUNE 17 -- Dozens of transit workers crowded a Bronx courtroom for a hearing for Isaiah Thompson, accused in the June 10th slashing of a NYCT Conductor. Thompson, who did not appear, will be arraigned before a grand jury on July 16th. The Court continued an order 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.

Court Support Needed: Accused Perp in Conductor Slashing to Appear in Court Tuesday

A Statement from RTO Vice President Tramell Thompson

Brothers and Sisters: We want to provide you with an important update regarding the individual accused in the brutal attack on one of our own conductors. For the downloadable flyer, click here.

On Friday, Isaiah Thompson was arraigned late in the evening in Bronx Criminal Court. Presiding Judge Daniel Lewis set bail at $250,000 cash, $750,000 insured bond, or a $750,000 partially secured surety bond. Thompson has entered a plea of not guilty. His next court appearance is scheduled for Tuesday, June 17th, 2025 at 9:00 AM at Bronx Criminal Court, located at 265 East 161st Street, Bronx, NY 10451.