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Chicago, let’s get back on the L and do our part to save public transit
Chicago’s got one of the best public transit systems in the nation, but ridership on the CTA, Metra and Pace has plummeted during the pandemic. — Apr 9
Some bus drivers got COVID hazard pay, sick time. Others got t-shirts
The RTA earmarked about $1.8 million for front line-workers for hazard pay and extra sick leave. Jefferson Transit: zero. — Apr 8
In a historic first, ATU Local 1181 members overwhelmingly ratify strong contract with MV WAV
New York, NY – After almost three years of negotiations, Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU) Local 1181-New York, NY members working for wheelchair-accessible transit provider MV WAV ratified a strong contract, the first contract ever ATU has had with MV WAV. — Apr 7
City Of Moncton Strikes Deal With Transit Union
The City of Moncton and the Amalgamated Transit Union Local 1290 came to a collective agreement for Codiac Transpo bus operators, mechanics and service personnel. — Apr 7
Hard-to-Enforce Mask Mandates Turn Transit Workers into Targets
But masks have become a battleground. Enforcement has led to assaults on police and transit workers who are forced to confront those unwilling to comply. — Apr 6