CDC Mandatory Mask Mandate

Last Friday, the CDC Issued an Order that requires passengers to wear masks on all public transportation. On Sunday, the TSA distributed a Security Directive which give guidance on how to companies must implement the CDC's Order.The ATU became aware of this change over the weekend and has been in contact with CT several times today. We have a meeting scheduled with them on Thursday to discuss implementation, which will include the subcontractors First Transit Everett and TransDev.This new directive applies to all properties including Island Transit and First Transit Lakewood. The agencies are required to communicate this information to employees, and we will update the membership as we are made aware of developments.Here is the link for the CDC directive:(https://www.cdc.gov/.../Mask-Order-CDC_GMTF_01-29-21-p.pdf)