In an effort to bring in more cash to the Agency, TCU made the case to MTA Chairman Foye that it would be poor optics to be receiving billions in federal funding relief, while at the same time refusing cash payments. Chairman Foye agreed to start taking cash at both stations and onboard. Starting Wednesday
Look for Matt again on CNN, tentatively Saturday July 11th with Ana Cabrera TCU Vice-President Matt Hollis, the head of the coalition representing 43,000 Walt Disney World service workers (STCU) appeared on CNN’s First Move to discuss the opening of Disney World on July 11th. During the interview discussing safety and concerns about a safe
TCU Vice President Matt Hollis is the head of the group of unions representing 43,000 Walt Disney World service workers (STCU) said that Disney “has to get it right” in regard to its phased Florida reopening Saturday. He said that Disney was responding with robust measures to protect employees following worries over safety. He acknowledges
In support of the Biden 2020 presidential campaign, the TCU building will display the Biden 2020 banner until the election on November 3rd. TCU Members deserve leadership in Washington that will serve those who have worked hard and made sacrifices for the good of this country. We need a leader in the White House who
Celebrating Juneteenth this year has taken a special meaning and driven a purpose into this nation. As we celebrate the emancipation of slavery in this country, we must face and eliminate racial inequality and injustice in our society. In 1978 the Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters merged into TCU and that storied history has a
Long Island and New York City are on track to enter the next phases of reopening for each region as health metrics show the state has curtailed the coronavirus spread, even as spikes occur in other parts of the country, Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo said Wednesday. Nassau and Suffolk counties are expected to enter Phase 3
The IAM released a notice advising that the 40th IAM Grand Lodge Convention has been rescheduled for September 12-17, 2021, in San Diego, at the Hilton San Diego Bayfront Hotel. The notice also outlines certain procedures for the election of delegates and alternate delegates. Most importantly, the letter outlines procedures for the election of delegates
Sisters and Brothers, Today is the 132nd anniversary of the founding of our great union. Our history is one of overcoming great challenges. We have not only survived depressions, wars, continuous attacks on our union, and yes, pandemics—we have thrived. The Fighting Machinists have met every challenge we have faced because we are one union
43,000 workers of the Service Trades Council Union (STCU), which includes TCU Local Lodge 1908, reached a deal with Walt Disney World on temporary furloughs that will allow them to keep their benefits. Unfortunately, they now have the Florida unemployment system to face. “The Florida unemployment system is fundamentally broken. The system is rigged to
Effective April 19, 2020 practically all of the 43,000 Walt Disney World employees working under the Service Trades Council Union (STCU) agreement will be furloughed until further notice. An agreement was reached this weekend which ensured employees would be able to maintain their health insurance at no cost to the employee for one year. In
