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Make Sure Your Address Is Up to Date!
All Local 79 members are reminded to check that the Local has your correct address and contact information. Otherwise, you may miss notifications about important updates. If you have any questions about your status, please contact the Dues Department at (212) 465-7908 or (212) 465-7962.
Flushing Meadows Corona Park Cleanup -Sunday, June 14, 2026 at 8:00 am
What: Join members of Local 79 to help clean up Flushing Meadows-Corona Park in Queens.When: Sunday, June 14, 2026 – Breakfast at 8:00 am. Cleanup project begins after breakfast. Lunch served after the cleanup is finished. Where: Take the #7 train to Mets – Willets Point station. Walk down the boardwalk and meet at the Passerelle Circle at the entrance to the park. For more information and to register: Contact Jason Delgado at (646) 455-9331, Juan [...]
Local 79 Rally Alert!! Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 12:30 pm
Let’s rally and march with community and labor to show our union power!! We will not be silent when workers rights are under attack!! When: Saturday, March 28th Assemble at 12:30 pm Where: Meet at Central Park West & W. 62nd St. Directions: 1/A/B/C/D Train to 59th St. - Columbus Circle For more info Contact: Jarell Gibbs (646) 629-2833 *Members attending this rally will receive a participation credit.* Reminder: Members [...]
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
Bronx St. Patrick’s Day Parade (Throggs Neck) Sunday, March 15, 2026 at 11:00 am
Bronx St. Patrick’s Day Parade (Throggs Neck) Sunday, March 15, 2026 11:00 AM Corner of Lafayette Ave. & Swinton Ave. Tshirts & food will be provided. For questions contact Mike Vatter at (347) 658-2826 *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 [...]
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 [...]
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.
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