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St. Patrick’s Day Parade: Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 11:00 am!!
St. Patrick’s Day Parade (Rockaway Beach) Saturday, March 7, 2026 11:00 AM Corner of 132nd St. & Newport Ave. Tshirts will be provided. For questions contact Rob Brunotte at (646) 629-2709 *Members attending this parade will receive a participation credit.* Reminder: Members of Local 79 must complete one day of mandatory participation each year. Members can fulfill this requirement by attending this event. Remember to sign in/out with a Local [...]
Out-of-Work List Re-registration Dates for 2026!!
Out-of-Work List Re-registration Dates for 2026!! Re-registration dates for 2026 for all members to maintain their position on Local 79’s Job Referral List: JANUARY/ENERO 2ND, 5TH, 6TH, 7TH, 8TH APRIL/ABRIL 1ST, 2ND, 3RD, 6TH, 7TH JULY/JULIO 1ST, 2ND, 6TH, 7TH, 8TH OCTOBER/OCTUBRE 1ST, 2ND, 5TH, 6TH, 7TH PLEASE CALL JOB ADMINISTRATION DEPT. 212-465-7915, 7918, 7919, or 7969
Bag giveaway for Local 79 members!!
The Local 79 Executive Board invites members to come pick up this year's bag giveaway! Members in good standing are encouraged to pick up their Local 79 bag between 9am - 4pm on weekdays from the dues department at 131 W 33rd St, 7th floor, New York, NY 10001. Please bring a valid I.D. and your union book. Thank you all for representing our union proudly from your home to [...]
Local 79 Holiday Party Photos December 2025
Good times were had by all Local 79 members at our annual holiday party at Villa Barone. We came together to celebrate another successful year for our union. Local 79 Business Manager Anthony Vita and MTDC Business Manager Dave Bolger opened proceedings and thanked the membership for their continued dedication to our union and the entire labor movement. The successful passage of the Construction Justice Act was also announced! [...]
General Membership Meeting Dates for 2026!!
LOCAL 79 MEMBERSHIP MEETING DATES FOR 2026 IS AS FOLLOW: PLEASE MARK YOUR CALENDARS: JANUARY 28TH MARCH 18TH APRIL 15TH MAY 20TH JUNE 17TH JULY 16TH SEPTEMBER 16TH OCTOBER 21ST NOVEMBER 18TH DECEMBER 16TH (HOLIDAY PARTY) *MEETINGS START PROMPTLY AT 5:00 PM* MEETINGS ARE HELD AT: ST. VARTANS CATHEDRAL 630 2ND AVE. NEW YORK, NY 10016
Construction Justice Rally
Come rally to support the Construction Justice Act at City Hall Steps!! Meet us at beginning at 11am for a Noon rally on Wednesday, October 29th.
RALLY ALERT!! October 16, 2025
Come out and tell Metro Loft to stop allowing exploitation!
RAIN OR SHINE – Bronx Columbus Day Parade: Sunday, October 12, 2025 at 10:30 am!!
Join Local 79 at the Annual Bronx Columbus Day Parade – Sunday, October 12, 2025 at 10:30 am Meet at the corner of Morris Park Ave. & Barnes Ave. T-shirts and food will be provided. For more info. Contact Lenny Anselmo (646) 385-4227 or Anthony Vita, Jr. (347) 344-8356
Construction Justice Act Rally and Press Conference!!
Come rally with our union brothers & sisters to show our union power and demand the passage of the Construction Justice Act! Thursday, September 25, 2025 at 11:45 AM 100 Gold St. Between Frankfort St. & Spruce St. 2/3/4/5/A/C/R/J/Z train to Fulton St. Contact: Rob Brunotte (646) 629-2709 *Members attending this rally will receive a participation credit.* Reminder: Members of Local 79 must complete one day of mandatory participation each [...]
Annual Labor Day Parade : Saturday, September 6, 2025 @ 10:00 am
Saturday, September 6, 2025 (Assemble at 10:00 am) Local 79 will be meeting on W. 46th Street between 5th Ave & 6th Ave. Food, beverages & t-shirts will be provided! For more information, contact Rob Brunotte (646) 629-2709
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