ATU Local 689
@atulocal689.bsky.social
Amalgamated Transit Union, Local 689 represents more than 15,000 active and retired transit workers throughout DC, Northern Virginia, and Southern Maryland.
www.atulocal689.org
www.atulocal689.org
Earlier today Battle's/RHG workers overwhelmingly voted to authorize a strike if necessary to win a fair contract. Workers demonstrated their resolve and that they will not back down from this fight!
November 11, 2025 at 1:53 AM
Earlier today Battle's/RHG workers overwhelmingly voted to authorize a strike if necessary to win a fair contract. Workers demonstrated their resolve and that they will not back down from this fight!
For our final endorsement of the 2025 cycle, Local 689 is ecstatic to endorse @frankieforgreenbelt.org ! Frankie has been a true ally for labor, as a longtime organizer and Union staffer, and a strong supporter for world-class public transit.
Greenbelt family: vote for Frankie Fritz this Tuesday!
Greenbelt family: vote for Frankie Fritz this Tuesday!
October 31, 2025 at 4:03 PM
For our final endorsement of the 2025 cycle, Local 689 is ecstatic to endorse @frankieforgreenbelt.org ! Frankie has been a true ally for labor, as a longtime organizer and Union staffer, and a strong supporter for world-class public transit.
Greenbelt family: vote for Frankie Fritz this Tuesday!
Greenbelt family: vote for Frankie Fritz this Tuesday!
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Proud to share that we have been endorsed by @atulocal689.bsky.social. Grateful to receive their support and excited to keep fighting for transit and working people throughout Virginia.
September 27, 2025 at 2:45 PM
Proud to share that we have been endorsed by @atulocal689.bsky.social. Grateful to receive their support and excited to keep fighting for transit and working people throughout Virginia.
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.@atulocal689.bsky.social members move our region as bus and train operators, mechanics, station managers, and more.
Their labor makes it possible for people to go to work, get back home after a long day, or travel across the region for fun.
Their labor makes it possible for people to go to work, get back home after a long day, or travel across the region for fun.
September 25, 2025 at 1:57 PM
.@atulocal689.bsky.social members move our region as bus and train operators, mechanics, station managers, and more.
Their labor makes it possible for people to go to work, get back home after a long day, or travel across the region for fun.
Their labor makes it possible for people to go to work, get back home after a long day, or travel across the region for fun.
Local 689 wants to thank @brianneknadeau.bsky.social for her leadership and service. For her entire tenure on the Council, she has been a stalwart champion of a government that works for working people and for transit that reaches even DC’s forgotten communities.
Thank you so very much, CM Nadeau.
Thank you so very much, CM Nadeau.
NEWS: @brianneknadeau.bsky.social says she will *not* be running for re-election to the Ward 1 seat on the D.C. Council, setting the stage for what is already looking to be a crowded and competitive race.
September 25, 2025 at 2:26 PM
Local 689 wants to thank @brianneknadeau.bsky.social for her leadership and service. For her entire tenure on the Council, she has been a stalwart champion of a government that works for working people and for transit that reaches even DC’s forgotten communities.
Thank you so very much, CM Nadeau.
Thank you so very much, CM Nadeau.
We are beyond proud to endorse Aparna Raj for Ward 1!
Aparna has stood with us on picket lines and at rallies, and knows personally what it means to build power for working people as a Union member herself.
We know that she will have our backs on Council and we are excited to have hers now.
Aparna has stood with us on picket lines and at rallies, and knows personally what it means to build power for working people as a Union member herself.
We know that she will have our backs on Council and we are excited to have hers now.
Workers built DC and they make this city run.
Today, we’re proud to announce that 4 major unions representing workers in food service and hospitality, public transit, and DC government have endorsed our campaign: @unitehere.org Locals 23 and 25, @atulocal689.bsky.social, and AFGE Local 2725 ✊🏽🥳
Today, we’re proud to announce that 4 major unions representing workers in food service and hospitality, public transit, and DC government have endorsed our campaign: @unitehere.org Locals 23 and 25, @atulocal689.bsky.social, and AFGE Local 2725 ✊🏽🥳
September 25, 2025 at 2:10 PM
We are beyond proud to endorse Aparna Raj for Ward 1!
Aparna has stood with us on picket lines and at rallies, and knows personally what it means to build power for working people as a Union member herself.
We know that she will have our backs on Council and we are excited to have hers now.
Aparna has stood with us on picket lines and at rallies, and knows personally what it means to build power for working people as a Union member herself.
We know that she will have our backs on Council and we are excited to have hers now.
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Workers built DC and they make this city run.
Today, we’re proud to announce that 4 major unions representing workers in food service and hospitality, public transit, and DC government have endorsed our campaign: @unitehere.org Locals 23 and 25, @atulocal689.bsky.social, and AFGE Local 2725 ✊🏽🥳
Today, we’re proud to announce that 4 major unions representing workers in food service and hospitality, public transit, and DC government have endorsed our campaign: @unitehere.org Locals 23 and 25, @atulocal689.bsky.social, and AFGE Local 2725 ✊🏽🥳
September 25, 2025 at 1:57 PM
Workers built DC and they make this city run.
Today, we’re proud to announce that 4 major unions representing workers in food service and hospitality, public transit, and DC government have endorsed our campaign: @unitehere.org Locals 23 and 25, @atulocal689.bsky.social, and AFGE Local 2725 ✊🏽🥳
Today, we’re proud to announce that 4 major unions representing workers in food service and hospitality, public transit, and DC government have endorsed our campaign: @unitehere.org Locals 23 and 25, @atulocal689.bsky.social, and AFGE Local 2725 ✊🏽🥳
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I am excited to announce that I was just endorsed by @atulocal689.bsky.social as their #2 choice for Arlington County Board! Don’t forget that early voting has started at the Bozman Government Center! M-F 8am - 5pm!
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September 24, 2025 at 3:48 PM
I am excited to announce that I was just endorsed by @atulocal689.bsky.social as their #2 choice for Arlington County Board! Don’t forget that early voting has started at the Bozman Government Center! M-F 8am - 5pm!
www.atulocal689.org/endorsements
www.atulocal689.org/endorsements
Congratulations to 689 Members at Fastran, who yesterday ratified a strong Union contract!
September 10, 2025 at 5:14 PM
Congratulations to 689 Members at Fastran, who yesterday ratified a strong Union contract!
This Saturday, Local 689 is proud to join friends & allies from across the DMV to stand up and say “We are all DC!” We will not abide our coworkers, labor siblings, or our riders being harassed, surveilled, or kidnapped. The militarization of DC must end.
See you at Malcolm X Park! WeAreAllDC.com
See you at Malcolm X Park! WeAreAllDC.com
September 3, 2025 at 10:14 PM
This Saturday, Local 689 is proud to join friends & allies from across the DMV to stand up and say “We are all DC!” We will not abide our coworkers, labor siblings, or our riders being harassed, surveilled, or kidnapped. The militarization of DC must end.
See you at Malcolm X Park! WeAreAllDC.com
See you at Malcolm X Park! WeAreAllDC.com
This past weekend, Local 689 held its Annual Fish Fry and Car Show! Check out pictures and video clips from the fun, fantastic event! photos.app.goo.gl/YubA3MKcoC85...
August 22, 2025 at 2:13 PM
This past weekend, Local 689 held its Annual Fish Fry and Car Show! Check out pictures and video clips from the fun, fantastic event! photos.app.goo.gl/YubA3MKcoC85...
Congratulations to Local 689 members at the Metro Access Call Center for ratifying a strong Union contract!
August 8, 2025 at 2:44 PM
Congratulations to Local 689 members at the Metro Access Call Center for ratifying a strong Union contract!
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While CM Parker's amendment to add a surcharge to capital gains income to help pay for ending homelessness, DC's child tax credit, & more didn't pass, we thank the CMs who worked to raise resources for the critical programs that support DC residents with the fewest resources.
July 31, 2025 at 7:41 PM
While CM Parker's amendment to add a surcharge to capital gains income to help pay for ending homelessness, DC's child tax credit, & more didn't pass, we thank the CMs who worked to raise resources for the critical programs that support DC residents with the fewest resources.
BREAKING: the results are in and MetroAccess workers operating under WeDriveU have voted with an overwhelming 97% majority to ratify a transformative master contract! 🗳️Ⓜ️🚑
July 29, 2025 at 9:52 PM
BREAKING: the results are in and MetroAccess workers operating under WeDriveU have voted with an overwhelming 97% majority to ratify a transformative master contract! 🗳️Ⓜ️🚑
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8,000 spots in towering parking garages? That’s a fumble. A brand new Metro Station? Touchdown!
Hear more from CM Allen: youtu.be/6WQcD8Uqog0
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Hear more from CM Allen: youtu.be/6WQcD8Uqog0
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DC Deserves Better than a Stadium Surrounded by Parking Garages
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July 17, 2025 at 2:41 PM
8,000 spots in towering parking garages? That’s a fumble. A brand new Metro Station? Touchdown!
Hear more from CM Allen: youtu.be/6WQcD8Uqog0
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Hear more from CM Allen: youtu.be/6WQcD8Uqog0
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Our members at Charles County school bus deserve better. After years of waiting, workers deserve a fair contract and safe conditions. Our children are our most precious cargo. thebaynet.com/stanley-bus-...
Stanley Bus Co. Faces $2,450 Fine For Serious Safety Violations At Charles County Facility - The BayNet
WALDORF, Md. — The Maryland Occupational Safety and Health (MOSH) division has issued nearly $2,500 in penalties to Stanley Bus Co., a contractor providing student transportation services for Charles ...
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July 18, 2025 at 8:35 PM
Our members at Charles County school bus deserve better. After years of waiting, workers deserve a fair contract and safe conditions. Our children are our most precious cargo. thebaynet.com/stanley-bus-...
Virginia voters living in the 11th Congressional District (Parts of Fairfax and Prince Williams counties) - there is a primary election day tomorrow! We've endorsed Stella who will fight for public transit and unions in Congress.
June 27, 2025 at 7:43 PM
Virginia voters living in the 11th Congressional District (Parts of Fairfax and Prince Williams counties) - there is a primary election day tomorrow! We've endorsed Stella who will fight for public transit and unions in Congress.
UPDATE: We have now moved into the building for the @wmata.com Board of Directors meeting. Without an empty seat in the house and filling overflow, transit workers have come in droves to stand up and speak out!
June 26, 2025 at 2:48 PM
UPDATE: We have now moved into the building for the @wmata.com Board of Directors meeting. Without an empty seat in the house and filling overflow, transit workers have come in droves to stand up and speak out!
🚨 Happening NOW 🚨 Even in the scorching heat, Local 689 members are undeterred from standing up to @wmata.com and @wmatagm.bsky.social’s plans to remove Station Managers and Operators from our rail system. Join us now to demand a safe MetroRail for all!
June 26, 2025 at 2:06 PM
🚨 Happening NOW 🚨 Even in the scorching heat, Local 689 members are undeterred from standing up to @wmata.com and @wmatagm.bsky.social’s plans to remove Station Managers and Operators from our rail system. Join us now to demand a safe MetroRail for all!
Transit workers are proud to support Stella who will be a true champion for working families and Unions in Congress!
June 24, 2025 at 3:52 PM
Transit workers are proud to support Stella who will be a true champion for working families and Unions in Congress!
Local 689 was incredibly proud to march with our siblings across the @atucomms.bsky.social and ATU Women’s Caucus today in NOLA for Juneteenth. Today and every day, we rededicate ourselves to freedom, fighting to right the wrongs of racial injustice in our country and empower Black workers!
June 20, 2025 at 12:09 AM
Local 689 was incredibly proud to march with our siblings across the @atucomms.bsky.social and ATU Women’s Caucus today in NOLA for Juneteenth. Today and every day, we rededicate ourselves to freedom, fighting to right the wrongs of racial injustice in our country and empower Black workers!
Metro's plan to start phasing out station manager presence and future goal of removing operators from cabs in trains will make the system more unsafe for riders and workers. That's why we will be at outside the June WMATA Board meeting. Join us: actionnetwork.org/events/stop-...
June 4, 2025 at 2:33 PM
Metro's plan to start phasing out station manager presence and future goal of removing operators from cabs in trains will make the system more unsafe for riders and workers. That's why we will be at outside the June WMATA Board meeting. Join us: actionnetwork.org/events/stop-...
At Local 689, we are committed to empowering all of our members and riders across the DMV. That means securing social and economic justice for ALL, including our queer and LGBTQIA+ family. Happy Pride!
June 1, 2025 at 10:16 PM
At Local 689, we are committed to empowering all of our members and riders across the DMV. That means securing social and economic justice for ALL, including our queer and LGBTQIA+ family. Happy Pride!
Today we are urgently asking all riders, workers, and concerned neighbors around the DMV to call the @wmata.com Board at 202-962-1901 and tell them NO to unmanned stations and trains. Less staff to handle more people with no plan for workers isn’t just disappointing. It’s reckless.
May 28, 2025 at 12:02 AM
Today we are urgently asking all riders, workers, and concerned neighbors around the DMV to call the @wmata.com Board at 202-962-1901 and tell them NO to unmanned stations and trains. Less staff to handle more people with no plan for workers isn’t just disappointing. It’s reckless.
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@dcfpi.bsky.social @fairbudgetdc.bsky.social @spacesinaction.bsky.social
@atulocal689.bsky.social @dcjwj.bsky.social
@empowereddc.bsky.social & JUFJ. We'll be sharing quotes, photos, & videos live on our social channels. This event is open to the press and to the public.
May 27, 2025 at 2:26 PM
We'll have speakers from
@dcfpi.bsky.social @fairbudgetdc.bsky.social @spacesinaction.bsky.social
@atulocal689.bsky.social @dcjwj.bsky.social
@empowereddc.bsky.social & JUFJ. We'll be sharing quotes, photos, & videos live on our social channels. This event is open to the press and to the public.
@dcfpi.bsky.social @fairbudgetdc.bsky.social @spacesinaction.bsky.social
@atulocal689.bsky.social @dcjwj.bsky.social
@empowereddc.bsky.social & JUFJ. We'll be sharing quotes, photos, & videos live on our social channels. This event is open to the press and to the public.