The union representing Silicon Valley transit workers has postponed a crucial contract vote until March 23, awaiting a new offer from the Valley Transportation Authority (VTA). The strike, ongoing for nearly two weeks, has left thousands of riders without service. The union aims for an 18 percent pay raise over three years and the ability to settle disputes without court intervention, while VTA's offer stands at a 10.5 percent raise. The situation remains tense, with union leaders urging a unanimous no vote on VTA's compromise proposal.
The union representing striking public-transit workers in Silicon Valley has delayed a contract vote until March 23, pending a new offer from the Valley Transportation Authority.
The strike has affected thousands of riders, with the union pursuing an 18 percent pay increase over three years and rights for third-party settlement of disputes.
ATU Local 265 leaders were encouraging a unanimous no vote on the VTA's compromise offer of a 10.5 percent raise, stating they had reached an impasse.
The VTA has justified their position, stating the union's offer is the highest in a decade, amidst budget constraints, while workers have been striking for nearly two weeks.
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