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HRT's Para-transit division joins ATU Local 1177
In August 2022, 129 of HRT's paratransit workers voted to join our local. Their current paratransit subcontractor, VIA, is worried because this is the first time a for-profit Micro Transit company has successfully voted to unionize.
Our Local and the paratransit employees are just waiting for VIA to exhaust their appeals before we can formally negotiate the division's first contract. The NLRB has certified our local as the exclusive representative, but VIA is appealing that decision too. ATU International has contacted them twice to begin negotiating their first contract, but they have not responded.
Eventually, ATU International Vice President, Stanley Smalls, emailed President Reid that:
We are pleased to announce that ATU is moving forward with negotiations with VIA/Hire Art. Your employer has informed ATU that they will adhere to the latest NLRB ruling, which certified your victory from August 24, 2022.
Via is still worried that other of their companies will vote to organize so they did not renewed their contract with HRT. June 30th 2024 is the last day for VIA, and on July 1st a company called Easton Coach will be the new contractor. Easton Coach recognizes the union and is prepared to take over the union contract that will be in place.
We recently held a ceremony at the Norfolk Union Hall were members from the new Para-transit division received their first contract booklets.
Micro transit is when companies try to use on-demand vehicles such as vans or cars to provide transit service. This takes work away from skilled CDL operators. ATU International says that Micro transit companies, like VIA, are a problem that unions should watch out for.
In August 2022, 129 of HRT's paratransit workers voted to join our local. Their current paratransit subcontractor, VIA, is worried because this is the first time a for-profit Micro Transit company has successfully voted to unionize.
Our Local and the paratransit employees are just waiting for VIA to exhaust their appeals before we can formally negotiate the division's first contract. The NLRB has certified our local as the exclusive representative, but VIA is appealing that decision too. ATU International has contacted them twice to begin negotiating their first contract, but they have not responded.
Eventually, ATU International Vice President, Stanley Smalls, emailed President Reid that:
We are pleased to announce that ATU is moving forward with negotiations with VIA/Hire Art. Your employer has informed ATU that they will adhere to the latest NLRB ruling, which certified your victory from August 24, 2022.
Via is still worried that other of their companies will vote to organize so they did not renewed their contract with HRT. June 30th 2024 is the last day for VIA, and on July 1st a company called Easton Coach will be the new contractor. Easton Coach recognizes the union and is prepared to take over the union contract that will be in place.
We recently held a ceremony at the Norfolk Union Hall were members from the new Para-transit division received their first contract booklets.
Micro transit is when companies try to use on-demand vehicles such as vans or cars to provide transit service. This takes work away from skilled CDL operators. ATU International says that Micro transit companies, like VIA, are a problem that unions should watch out for.
More pictures from our December Retirees Luncheon on this page 2019 Retirees Luncheon.
Leaders attend Hampton Democratic Committee's Labor Day Breakfast.
ATU 1177 President, Amanda Malone; Vice President, Vanessa Wadsworth and Shop Steward, Michael Gilliam represented the local at the Annual Salute to Labor Unions & Community Leaders Breakfast, hosted by Hampton Democratic Committee. There they met several local candidates who were endorsed by Virginia AFL-CIO. Including Delegate, Jeion A. Ward (D-92) and Congressman, Bobby Scott (D-3). |
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"JUST DRIVE: Life in the Bus Lane" is a survival guide for bus drivers and passengers alike.
It provides a rare look at life from the driver’s seat. Spanning five years, this book is a collection of posts from a Portland, Oregon bus operator’s blog about his job. From the unique perspective of a “contemplative bus driver,” this book chronicles Deke’s career from trainee to seasoned operator. Sharing his adventures from the tragic to the wondrous or hilarious, he adds color to one of the world’s most stressful occupations.
It provides a rare look at life from the driver’s seat. Spanning five years, this book is a collection of posts from a Portland, Oregon bus operator’s blog about his job. From the unique perspective of a “contemplative bus driver,” this book chronicles Deke’s career from trainee to seasoned operator. Sharing his adventures from the tragic to the wondrous or hilarious, he adds color to one of the world’s most stressful occupations.
Union Members Take Their Concerns to HRT Board to explain sticking points of ongoing contract negotiations.
William Harrell: Creating a modern HRT explains the importance of a Dedicated Source of Funding for public transit.
ATU 1177 Officers Lobbied at Richmond's 2017 Legislative Session
ATU 1177 Officers thank VA Delegate Jeion Joyner Ward for opposing House Bill 1753, which would have prevented any increase in Virginia's Minimum Wage. (l to r) Amanda Malone, Michael Gilliam, Jeion Ward, Lloyd Branch, Renee Browder and Emmanuel Harris.
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Lloyd Branch, Renee Browder and Michael Gilliam thank Senator Mamie Locke for opposing HB 1753, on behalf of all working Virginians.
ATU 1177 Secretary / Treasurer, Renee Browder and International Longshoremen's Association member, Kim Brown (both of APRI Hampton Roads) thank Governor Terry McAuliffe for Supporting SB 824, which will require Virginia employers to give full-time employees Paid Sick Days.
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Quarterly Retirees Luncheon
ATU 1177 showed their appreciation for the retired members who paved the way for today's members.
The retirees also enjoyed the opportunity to catch up with each other.
ATU Local 1177 members participate in the A. Phillip Randolph Institute (Hampton Roads) and helped celebrate their First Anniversary in Virginia Beach. APRI on Facebook
Local President Amanda Malone and other board members.
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Local members: Emanuell Harris, Marcus Reamon, Amanda Malone and Robert Williams
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Local members are joined by their International counterparts.
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