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Workers for Merrimack Valley Transit Bus Service on Strike
Teamsters Local 170 drivers and mechanics rejected MeVa’s contract, and service could stop for 2.8 million annual riders if a strike begins.
- On Wednesday, Merrimack Valley Transit bus drivers and mechanics began a strike, halting fixed-route operations across 16 communities after 138 Teamsters Local 170 members' contract expired at midnight.
- Union business agent Jim Marks stated workers oppose mandatory weekend shifts, while MeVa Administrator Noah Berger argued the current system limits the agency's ability to provide necessary weekend service.
- Picketing began early Wednesday at 85 Railroad Ave in Haverhill after union members rejected a management proposal offering a 25 percent wage increase over three years due to Saturday pay restructuring.
- Lawrence Mayor Brian DePeña urged residents Tuesday to arrange alternate transportation, noting many rely on MeVa for work and medical appointments amid an ongoing heat wave.
- While fixed-route services remain suspended, miniMeVa paratransit services continue operating on a limited basis; Teamsters representatives and MeVa officials are scheduled to resume negotiations at 2 p.m. Wednesday.
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Bus driver strike disrupts bus service in Merrimack Valley
The transit authority says the restructure and new shifts intend to address increased demand for weekend services. The post Bus driver strike disrupts bus service in Merrimack Valley appeared first on Boston.com.
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