These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your use of the website located at https://uwua1-2.org/ (“the Website”) and our SMS text messaging program, both operated by Utility Workers Union of America Local 1-2 (“UWUA Local 1-2,” “we,” “us,” or “the Union”). By accessing the Website or enrolling in our SMS program, you agree to be bound by these Terms.
The UWUA Local 1-2 SMS program allows union members to text questions about their collective bargaining agreement and receive automated informational responses about wages, benefits, work rules, and other contract provisions. Members may also receive periodic informational updates from UWUA Local 1-2 regarding union services. Messages are informational only and are not used for marketing or promotional purposes. Members opt in to the program by completing the signup form at https://uwua1-2.org/signup-now/ and checking the SMS Consent box.
Message frequency typically averages twice per month, but may vary based on member activity and union communications.
Message and data rates may apply. UWUA Local 1-2 does not charge for SMS messages, but your wireless carrier’s standard message and data rates apply to all messages sent and received. Please contact your wireless provider for details about your specific plan.
You may opt out of the SMS program at any time by replying STOP to any text message from UWUA Local 1-2. After you send STOP, you will receive a confirmation message and will not receive further SMS messages from us. To rejoin the program, complete the signup form again.
For help, reply HELP to any text message from UWUA Local 1-2 to receive contact information. You can also call our main office at (212) 575-4400 or email contact@uwua1-2.org for assistance with the SMS program.
The UWUA Local 1-2 SMS program is compatible with all major U.S. wireless carriers, including AT&T, Verizon Wireless, T-Mobile, Sprint, U.S. Cellular, Boost Mobile, MetroPCS, Cricket Wireless, and others.
Wireless carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. Message delivery is subject to the effective transmission from your wireless service provider and is not guaranteed.
Mobile information (phone numbers and SMS opt-in consent data) will not be shared with any third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes. All SMS opt-in data and consent information is excluded from any sharing with third parties. For full details, see our Privacy Policy.
To enroll in the SMS program, you must be at least 18 years of age (or the age of majority in your jurisdiction) and the authorized user or owner of the wireless device associated with the phone number you provide.
UWUA Local 1-2 reserves the right to modify or terminate the SMS program at any time, with or without notice. Material changes to these SMS Terms will be posted on this page with an updated Effective Date.
You agree to use the Website only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree not to use the Website in any way that could damage, disable, overburden, or impair the Website, or interfere with any other party’s use of the Website.
All content on the Website — including text, graphics, logos, images, and software — is the property of UWUA Local 1-2 or its content suppliers and is protected by U.S. and international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works from any content without our prior written permission, except for personal, non-commercial use.
Any information or materials you submit through the Website (other than personal information governed by our Privacy Policy) may be used by UWUA Local 1-2 for any lawful purpose related to union activities, member services, and communications.
The Website and SMS program are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis. UWUA Local 1-2 makes no warranties, express or implied, regarding the operation of the Website or SMS program, the accuracy of information provided, or the results obtained from their use.
Information provided through the SMS program about the collective bargaining agreement is for general informational purposes only and is not a substitute for the official agreement. In the event of any conflict between an SMS response and the official collective bargaining agreement, the official agreement controls.
To the fullest extent permitted by law, UWUA Local 1-2 shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or related to your use of the Website or SMS program.
The Website may contain links to third-party websites. UWUA Local 1-2 is not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or terms of use of any third-party sites.
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of New York, without regard to its conflict-of-laws principles. Any dispute arising out of or related to these Terms or your use of the Website or SMS program shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the state and federal courts located in New York County, New York.
UWUA Local 1-2 may revise these Terms at any time. The Effective Date shown on this page indicates the most recent revision. Continued use of the Website or SMS program after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.
If you have questions about these Terms and Conditions, please use our Contact Us form, or contact us at:
UWUA Local 1-2
8 East 36th Street
New York, NY 10016
(212) 575-4400
These Terms & Conditions are made effective as of April 9, 2026.
