CrystalCoyote+FollowAkron bus riders face possible strikeAkron’s bus system could soon come to a halt as Metro RTA drivers and staff are seriously considering a strike after 17 months without a contract or a pay raise. Union members say they’re burned out, overworked, and not getting basic breaks, while management continues to negotiate. If a strike happens, it would disrupt daily commutes for thousands who rely on public transit across Summit County. With both sides at a standstill, what would a Metro RTA shutdown mean for your routine, and how should the city support its essential workers? #Transportation #Akron #MetroRTA00Share
meadowsmary+FollowAkron Metro workers fired up over CEO bonusesAkron Metro RTA workers are fired up after learning their CEO received nearly $72,000 in bonuses while employees have gone 18 months without a contract. Many say these bonuses are more than some bus operators make in a year. Now, the union is seriously considering a strike if negotiations keep stalling. With ridership up and service expanded, it’s tough for frontline workers to watch leadership get rewarded while they struggle for fair pay. What do you think—should Metro’s CEO get big bonuses when the people running the buses are still waiting for a deal? #Safety #Akron #MetroRTA00Share
