Representing more than 5,000 civilian employees at the Detroit Arsenal and Selfridge Air National Guard Base. Justice, Fraternity, Progress — for over 70 years.
Since 1955Fast access to the resources our members ask for most.
Join over 5,000 members and access union benefits from day one.
Join Now →Meet the elected officers and stewards representing you.
Meet the Team →Discounts, health & safety guides, and steward training.
Explore →Collective bargaining agreements and current status updates.
View Contracts →General membership meetings, 3rd Wednesday monthly, 11:15 AM.
See Schedule →Bylaws, budgets, treasurer & trustee reports, and more.
Get Forms →AFGE Local 1658 was affiliated in 1955 to represent employees at the Ordnance Tank-Automotive Center in Detroit, Michigan.
Today, our local represents over 5,000 workers at the Detroit Arsenal and Selfridge Air National Guard Base in Michigan — across the U.S. Army Garrison, TACOM Life Cycle Management Command, Ground Vehicle Systems Center, PEO Combat Support & Combat Service Support, and more.
AFGE's representation has never relied solely on union contracts. We fight for members in the halls of Congress and in the courts, represent employees facing discrimination or retaliation, and advocate through the press and grassroots outreach.
Backed by AFGE National counsel in disputes with your agency.
A steward and officer network ready to represent you at every step.
Union Plus discounts, health & safety programs, and member perks.
A collective voice in Congress, the courts, and the community.
General membership meetings are held the third Wednesday of each month at 11:15 AM at the Detroit Arsenal, Building 230, Room 137W.
Detroit Arsenal, Building 230, Room 137W — 11:15 AM. Zoom/call-in info included in meeting documents.
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Search our full library of bylaws, meeting minutes, treasurer reports, and steward training materials.
Local 1658 has been there every time I've needed representation. Fast, professional, and genuinely on my side.
Joining was the best decision of my federal career. The dues are low and the protection is real.
The stewards genuinely fight for us — in Congress, in the courts, and at the workplace.
Federal employees at TACOM-Warren, PEO-GCS, PEO-CS&CSS, GVSC, ACC-Warren, Installation Management Agency-Warren, Selfridge Garrison, and Selfridge Commissary are eligible for membership.
Local 1658 dues are currently $20.00 per pay period — among the lowest of AFGE's 1,100 locals.
Meetings are normally held the third Wednesday of each month at 11:15 AM at the Detroit Arsenal, Building 230, Room 137W. Location and time are subject to change — check the monthly meeting documents.
Call the Union office at (586) 282-6102 or email AFGE1658@comcast.net. A full officer and steward roster is available in the Resources library.
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