In 1970, John Moriarty was President, Ann Cooley was Vice President and George Capron was Chief Steward.  Lucy Levada was Recording Secretary and Charles F. Souza was Secretary Treasurer.

Local 587 enjoyed a 6.48% raise for this year per the contract, dated January 1, 1970.

John Cappabianco replaced W.J. Baillargeon as the local's Business Representative.