Teamsters Push Gateway Tunnel Project
On Friday, February 13, 2026, Teamsters Joint Council 73 President Alphonse Rispoli and Local 560 President Joseph DiPalma met Governor Mikie Sherrill at the Secaucus train station. They stressed how the Gateway Tunnel project means jobs for New Jersey Teamsters.
Joining them: Congresswoman Nellie Pou, and Congressman Robert Menendez Jr.
Governor Sherrill laid it out plain: “This is just the first step. I’m not stopping until we get every dollar we’re owed—and this project gets done.”
Teamsters Local 560 President Joseph DiPalma
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Joint Council 73
Fighting for New Jersey Teamsters
Standing Strong: Representing over 55,000 members across 13 New Jersey Teamster locals, Joint Council 73 is your voice.
Your Priority, Our Focus: We champion better wages, exceptional benefits, and secure retirement plans for Teamster families.
Empowering Locals: From organizing drives to strike support, we provide resources and guidance to our local unions in securing the best deals for members. Educational programs ensure strong leadership and a well-informed workforce.
Building a Better Community: We actively participate in civic and charitable initiatives, advocating for legislation that strengthens working families' rights and opportunities.
United We Stand: Our diverse membership reflects the vast reach of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters. Together, we are a powerful force for positive change.
Political Action: Our dedicated Political Action Committee (PAC) fights for pro-worker legislation and champions candidates who stand with Teamsters and working families.
