UAW Region 9

06/07/2026

Proud. United. Strong. 🌈✊

UAW Region 9 standing strong together at the Buffalo Pride Parade, celebrating love, equality, and solidarity.

When we stand together, we all rise.

06/07/2026

UAW Region 9 representing at the 2026 Buffalo Pride Parade!!! 🏳️‍🌈✊️❤️

06/07/2026

UAW Region 9 would like to thank UAW Local 897 and their president Pat Radtke for hosting the Forging Solidarity, the Buffalo Labor History Project, by Cornell ILR.

The Buffalo Labor History Project hosted a bus tour of important labor site in the early 1900’’s, in Buffalo and discussed their impact on the labor movement in WNY and in the Unite States. The tour included a section that discussed the UAW Constitutional Convention that was held in Buffalo in 1941 at War Memorial Auditorium .

06/07/2026

UAW Local 1186, honors Gary Montroy at the Local 1186 Union picnic today. Gary, currently battling cancer, was a multi-term president of UAW Local 1186, WPA CAP officer, chair of the NWPA retirees council and larger than life labor advocate in the City of Erie.

UAW region 9, UAW Local 1186 and the Erie CLC want to thank Brother Montroy for his leadership, his solidarity and most of all his friendship.

06/06/2026

🎉 Victory Through Solidarity! ✊

After more than two long years of bargaining and standing strong against aggressive union-busting tactics, the members of UAW Local 677 Westport Axle have achieved a hard-fought victory!

The membership has overwhelmingly voted to ratify their Tentative Agreement with an incredible 92% approval vote. This result is a testament to the determination, unity, and strength of the membership who refused to back down and remained committed to securing a fair contract.

This victory belongs to every member who attended meetings, wore union gear, stood together, and stayed engaged throughout this challenging fight. When workers stand in solidarity and exercise their collective power, there is no limit to what can be achieved. This ratification proves that unity is our greatest strength and that workers are strongest when they stand together with one voice.

Congratulations to the members of Local 677 on this well-earned achievement! 👏👏

92% YES!
2 Years of Fighting!
1 Union Strong! ✊🔥

📸 by Ledford Local 677

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06/06/2026

06/06/2026

📢ATTENTION, UPDATED TIMES!!!!!

06/05/2026

Since Jimmy Lakeman was elected as Director, he has talked about communication and engagement with our members. 📢🤝

UAW Region 9 has released call letters earlier 📬, changed our format on our social media platforms , upgraded our website , and now we are proud to release an app 📲 that will give our members the ability to see , engage 🤝, and participate ✊ in actions all over our Region 🌎.

Together, we are building a stronger, more connected union. 🔥💪

Please urge our members to download the app, free of charge, and let’sstrive to keep our members aware and informed.

Link to download: https://uaw.jotform.com/app/UAWRegion9/uaw-region-9

06/05/2026

📣 UAW Region 9 Update

This week, UAW Region 9 Director Jim Lakeman and Assistant Director Patrick Ashton had the opportunity to attend the retiree meetings for UAW Local 813 and UAW Local 757.

During the meetings, Lakeman and Ashton provided updates on activities and initiatives taking place across the region, listened to members' concerns, and thanked retirees for their continued involvement and dedication to our union. Their years of service and ongoing engagement help strengthen the labor movement and ensure the voices of retirees continue to be heard.

UAW Region 9 is proud to stand with our retired members and remains committed to keeping them informed, engaged, and connected to the important work being done throughout our region.

✊ Thank you to the retirees of Locals 813 and 757 for your continued solidarity and commitment to the UAW!

06/05/2026

We are looking for members to come out this Saturday, June 6, to support our vetted and endorsed candidates: Assemblymember Jon Rivera for State Senate and Adam Bojak for State Assembly. Even just a few hours of your time can make a massive difference in turning out the vote.

Here are the details for this weekend's walk:

📍 Saturday Labor Walk
Date: Saturday, June 6
Time: 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Rivera Campaign Office
Address: 218 Grant Street, Buffalo, NY 14213

Please review the attached flyer from last week for additional details on our upcoming schedule. Let's hit the pavement, talk to our members, and secure a victory for working families!