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Transit union announces March 20 kickoff of Transit Safety & Security Task Force

16 Mar, 2025

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16 Mar, 2025

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Transit union announces March 20 kickoff of Transit Safety & Security Task Force

The Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU) Local 587 on Friday announced March 20 as the first meeting date for the new Transit Safety and Security Task Force.

Transit union announces March 20 kickoff of Transit Safety & Security Task Force

Update on Community Transit Coach Operator Barrier Doors

10 Mar, 2025

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10 Mar, 2025

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Update on Community Transit Coach Operator Barrier Doors

The proposal submission period for the coach operator barrier door project at Community Transit has officially closed, and six companies submitted proposals for consideration. This response is huge and marks a critical step in enhancing operator safety at the agency.

Update on Community Transit Coach Operator Barrier Doors

Island Transit Board Members Propose Funding Cut—Putting Worker Wages & Benefits at Risk

10 Mar, 2025

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10 Mar, 2025

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Island Transit Board Members Propose Funding Cut—Putting Worker Wages & Benefits at Risk

At the March 7th Island Transit Board meeting, some IT board members proposed reducing the agency’s sales tax revenue by 1%—a move that threatens the wages, benefits, and job security of our hardworking transit employees.

Island Transit Board Members Propose Funding Cut—Putting Worker Wages & Benefits at Risk

ATU Local 1576 Call to Action after Violent Assault on Driver

06 Mar, 2025

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06 Mar, 2025

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ATU Local 1576 Call to Action after Violent Assault on Driver

ATU Local 1576 calls for Action after Another Violent Assault on a Bus Operator.

ATU Local 1576 Call to Action after Violent Assault on Driver

Recording Secretary Appointment

17 Feb, 2025

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17 Feb, 2025

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Recording Secretary Appointment

In accordance with our By-Laws, and with overwhelming support of the Executive Board, Rise Gamble was appointed as Recording Secretary of ATU Local 1576 to fill the mid-term vacancy.

Recording Secretary Appointment

Community Transit Transit Security Office Contract Vote

27 Jan, 2025

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27 Jan, 2025

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Community Transit Transit Security Office Contract Vote

We are happy to announce that the Community Transit Security Officer unit has voted to ratify their contract with a 100% YES vote. 18 YES/0 No. Congratulations and Welcome to ATU 1576!

Community Transit Transit Security Office Contract Vote