Executive Board Members from ATU Local 714 Honored with Workers Solidarity Award

The Executive Board members of the Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU) Local 714 have been recognized for their exceptional efforts in organizing the Auburn-Lewiston City Link Drivers. They were presented with the prestigious Workers Solidarity Award at the 18th Annual Worker Memorial/May Day Dinner. The event was hosted by the Western Maine Labor Council and celebrated on a night dedicated to honoring the spirit of labor unity and resilience.

This accolade highlights the commitment and dedication of the ATU Local 714 leadership in advocating for the rights and well-being of transit workers. Organizing the City Link Drivers required navigating complex challenges and fostering a sense of unity among workers to ensure fair treatment, improved working conditions, and equitable pay.

“This recognition is a testament to the collective power of organized labor and the tireless efforts of our members to strengthen our community,” said a spokesperson for ATU Local 714. “We are proud to stand with the Auburn-Lewiston City Link Drivers and amplify their voices.”

The Worker Memorial/May Day Dinner serves as an annual platform to remember those who have lost their lives on the job and to reaffirm the shared goals of safety, dignity, and equity in the workplace. The event brought together union members, labor advocates, and community leaders from across the region to celebrate achievements in worker advocacy and solidarity.

The Western Maine Labor Council commended ATU Local 714 for their unwavering dedication to labor rights and their significant contributions to strengthening the broader labor movement. Their efforts have not only uplifted the City Link drivers but have also set a benchmark for other labor organizations to follow.

As labor movements continue to address emerging challenges in a changing workforce landscape, the recognition of ATU Local 714 underscores the enduring importance of solidarity and collective action in achieving meaningful progress for workers everywhere.