The Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) has launched a pilot program offering Uber vouchers to assist riders during an ongoing transit strike that has lasted three weeks. The vouchers, up to $5 for rides starting and ending at VTA bus or light rail stops, are intended to ease transportation challenges faced by riders. The strike, initiated by Amalgamated Transit Union Local 265, resulted from a rejected contract proposal that included an 11% raise over three years. The VTA insists its contract offers competitive pay and strong benefits for employees, aiming to resume service soon.
We recognize the difficulties our riders are facing due to the transit strike, and we're committed to offering solutions that can ease their transportation challenges, VTA Deputy General Manager Greg Richardson said in a statement.
Our members want to get back to work, ATU Local 265 President Raj Singh said at a news conference Monday afternoon. But our members will only return to work with a fair contract, one that guarantees their rights, their dignity and their safety.
The VTA announced the pilot program after members of Amalgamated Transit Union Local 265 voted overwhelmingly to reject the agency's latest contract offer.
VTA's latest proposal reflects our commitment to our workforce, the agency said, and we urge our employees to embrace this chance to secure their future and return to work.
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