This is where our story unfolds in real time. From important union announcements and contract updates to upcoming events, rallies, and community initiatives, our News & Events page keeps you informed and involved. Whether we’re celebrating member achievements, honoring our history, or mobilizing for the future, you’ll find it all here, because staying connected is how we stay strong.
Uniformed Sanitationsmen's Association 20-year Pension Restoration FAQ
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City sanitation workers push pension reform.
Local 831 seeking 20-year retirement, end of social security offset
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UPDATE: Dennis Schock represented Local 831 at the City Council hearing on Monday, April 6, 2026. Click to see the full testimony.
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Dennis Schock represented Local 831 at the City Council hearing on Monday, April 6, 2026. Click “Read More” to see the full testimony.
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* New Administrator Update *
The Fund Board of Trustees has determined to move administration of the Fund to a new vendor - ASO, Inc.
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A letter to our snow-fighting heroes from the President and Executive Board of Uniformed Sanitationmen’s Association Local 831.
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* Nomination Results *
Members nominated nine Delegates and three Alternate Delegates at the 31st IBT Convention in Las Vegas, NV.
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The James R. Hoffa Scholarship Fund Announced That $1.2 Million in Scholarships Has Been Awarded This Year.
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Investing in Future Teamsters. Submit Your Application for the 2026 Teamsters Scholarship by April 1, 2026.
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🚨 TRANSFER PERIOD OPENS JULY 27! 🚨
Transfers will be accepted from July 27 through August 8.
Members interested in transferring must complete a DS87 form and submit it to a supervisor during the open period.
Make sure all information on the form is correct and always get a receipt when submitting it.
Don’t wait until the last minute—submit your paperwork before the deadline!
#Local831 #UnionStrong #Teamsters #DSNY
Strength in solidarity. 🤝
USA Local 831 stands proud alongside President Sean O’Brien of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, united in our commitment to protecting workers’ rights, strengthening our unions, and fighting for the hardworking men and women we represent.
Together, we are stronger.
Together, we move forward.
#Local831 #Teamsters #UnionStrong #Solidarity #NewYorkCitysStrongest
President Dennis Schock and Vice President Ronald Prattis at City Hall with Mayor Mamdani, continuing to stand strong and fight for the hardworking members of USA Local 831.
Our leadership remains committed to making sure the voices of New York City’s Strongest are heard, respected, and represented at every level.
Always working. Always advocating. Always fighting for Local 831 members. 💪🇺🇸
📢 General Membership Meeting
Join us on Monday July 13Th, 2026 at 2:00 PM for our General Membership Meeting.
📍 Union Hall – 25 Cliff Street
Hosted by the Uniformed Sanitationmen’s Association
Your voice matters—stay informed, get involved, and be part of the conversation. See you there!
#USALocal831 #UniformedSanitationmensAssociation #UnionStrong #MembershipMatters #StayConnected
🇺🇸 Happy 4th of July from USA Local 831! 🇺🇸
As America celebrates 250 years of independence, we proudly honor the men and women who serve our communities every day. From keeping our streets clean to standing united under one flag, we remain committed to the values that built this nation—hard work, sacrifice, and brotherhood.
Here’s to 250 years of freedom, and to the generations who will carry that legacy forward.
God Bless America, our members, and their families.
#America250 #FourthOfJuly #USALocal831 #DSNY #ProudlyAmerican
Proud to support our brother, Sanitation Worker Matt Conklin, and the Ava Conklin Memorial Softball Tournament.
Events like these remind us that the strength of our DSNY family extends far beyond the job, bringing people together in remembrance, fellowship, and support for one another. Wishing continued success to everyone involved in honoring Ava’s memory and keeping her spirit alive through this meaningful tradition. 💙🥎
#USALocal831 #AvaConklinMemorial #SanitationFamily #BrothersInService #DSNY
Happy Father’s Day to all the dads of USA Local 831.
Whether you’re leading at home, teaching by example, or putting in the work every day to provide for your families, today we celebrate you.
Thank you for your dedication, sacrifice, and the values you pass on to the next generation.
Strong Families.
Strong Union.
Stronger Together.
#FathersDay #USALocal831 #Teamsters #Local831 #DSNY
🚛💪 Happy National Sanitation Worker Day!
Today, June 17, we celebrate the hardworking sanitation professionals who work tirelessly in every neighborhood, every borough, and in every kind of weather to keep our communities clean, safe, and healthy.
This day also marks the beginning of National Waste & Recycling Workers Week, honoring the essential workers who often work behind the scenes but make a difference in our lives every single day.
To all the members of USA Local 831 and sanitation workers everywhere — thank you for your dedication, sacrifice, and pride in serving our city.
We see you.
We thank you.
We appreciate you.
Stronger Together.
Our Work. Our City. Our Union.
