ATU 1555 SF Oakland Latino Caucus

06/08/2026

04/25/2026

Get • Celebrating the Life of Juan A. Orta
(ATU International Latino Caucus Emeritus Member; Former Northeast Region Representative)

We regret to inform you that nuestro hermano (“our brother”), Juan A. Orta, transitioned on Friday, April 17, 2026, at home, surrounded by his loving wife Susan and family. He was 72 years young.

Juan was a vibrant member of Amalgamated Transit Union Local 956, the local Latino Caucus chapter when it was active, the ATU International Latino Caucus, the Puerto Rican community, and above all, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and generous family man.

Juan was named an Emeritus Member after serving as the Northeast Region Representative(2005-2013)of the ATU International Latino Caucus. The footprints he leaves behind will be difficult to fill. His outgoing spirit, kindness toward others, and selfless service will be deeply missed.

Those of us who witnessed the chartering of the Allentown Chapter in 2002, attended the Allentown conference, and shared in caucus fundraisers know firsthand the warmth and hospitality Juan always extended. We honor him as a great man for his dedication to the ATUILC, his love of Christ, and his lifelong commitment to serving others.

Juan also helped establish the Puerto Rican Parade of Allentown alongside Raul Feliciano and was named Grand Marshal of the parade in 2002. In 2011, the AFL-CIO honored him with the John Werkheiser Award for his active leadership in ATU Local 956 and his activism in the community.

In 2012, Juan founded Latinos Moving Forward, where he expanded his community advocacy through voter engagement, supporting the election of local leadership, and creating opportunities for inner-city youth, including trips to Trexler Nature Preserve.

Hermano Orta retired from his job, but he never retired from his Local or from the Latino Caucus. Full obituary and service information link in bio https://www.connellfuneral.com/obituaries/juan-orta

04/21/2026

Get • Over the weekend the ATUILC Executive Board held their spring meeting. 💪🏽

03/20/2026

As members of ATU 1555 we acknowledge the recent allegations surrounding Cesar Chavez and the difficult conversations they have raised. The farm worker movement has always been rooted in dignity, justice, and respect for working people, and those values must continue to guide us.

We also express our respect and solidarity with Dolores Huerta and recognize her lifelong dedication to farm workers and working families.

We acknowledge the decision by the San Francisco organizing committee to rename the parade “The Dolores Huerta Day Parade & Festival.” As the organizers have stated, “Coming together matters now more than ever. This festival is more than an event—it’s a space to uplift one another, honor our shared roots, and find strength through music, art, and unity.”

In that spirit, we, along with ATU 265 Latino Caucus, and ATU Los Angeles Latino Caucus will continue to participate in this year’s parade and festival. Our commitment remains with the farm worker movement and the ongoing struggle for dignity, justice, and respect for all workers.

01/24/2026

Get • The Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU) stands in solidarity with our members at Local 1005, and all other workers and people in Minnesota, who participated in the ‘Day for Truth & Freedom’ against the ICE operations in Minneapolis. We are outraged by ICE’s attacks on people engaging in their right to assemble and protest, its detainment of children, and its killing of Rene Good and a second, unidentified, person today.

We call on ICE to leave Minneapolis immediately to end the violence and chaos that it has inflicted on the people of Minnesota. We call further for transparency, meaningful investigations, accountability, and the full protection of civil rights of workers and our communities to assemble and protest without fear of violence or retaliation. In this moment of collective action, we stand united with all people of good conscious who are mobilizing for human rights, dignity, and justice.

12/24/2025

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12/02/2025

Get • The 11th Annual Miracle in the Mission Holiday Give Back is just 14 days away! Let’s unite to support ALL IN SF and Friends as we bring joy to families in need this holiday season. It’s the season of giving!

Toy Drive details:

▫️ December 6:
Time - 12 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Location- 3119 24th Street, San Francisco, CA 94110in.the.city Christmas Toy Drive for ALL IN SF Miracle in the Mission.

▫️ December 7:
Time - 12 p.m. - 4 p.m.
715 Harrison Street, San Francisco, CA 94107
For the 3rd Annual Toy Drive for ALL IN SF Miracle in the Mission! Please bring an unwrapped toy.

• Save the Date! • 🎅🏽
Miracle in the Mission

▫️ December 13:
Time - 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Location- 2355 Folsom Street, San Francisco, CA 94110.
Free toys, food, clothing, a Secret Santa presentation by and friends, entertainment, and more!

🎥

11/22/2025

Get • International President John Costa brought delegates to their feet at the Ontario Federation of Labour (OFL) Convention with a fiery speech of solidarity, strength, and unity!

10/23/2025

Get • I remain on alert. Rapid response lines below:

​​San Francisco: 415-200-1548
Alameda County: 510-241-4011
Contra Costa: 925-900-5151
​​Marin: 415-991-4545​​
West Marin: 415-755-3622
Sonoma, Napa & Solano: 707- 800-4544
San Mateo: 203-666-4472
Santa Clara County: 408-290-1144

10/22/2025

Get • ICE Activity Alert & Rapid Response Hotline 🚨

💡 Call if you have:
✅ Seen ICE activity in your community
✅ A loved one who has been detained or taken into ICE custody
✅ Encountered ICE officials

🔍 Our team will verify ICE activity and alert the community.
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Alerta de ICE y Línea de Respuesta Rápida 🚨

💡 Llama si:
✅ Has visto actividad de ICE en tu comunidad
✅ Un ser querido ha sido detenido o llevado bajo custodia de ICE
✅ Has tenido un encuentro con agentes de ICE

Infórmate. Prepárate. Protege a nuestra comunidad. ✊🏽💛 ́nComunitaria

Stay informed. Stay prepared. Protect our community. ✊🏽💛