May 2, 2024
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Fairfax Connector workers reach tentative deal to end strike with Transdev

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The union representing Fairfax Connector workers, Amalgamated Transit Union Local 689, says it has reached a tentative agreement with Transdev, the company that operates the bus system for the county. Fairfax Connector bus service will remain suspended through Wednesday, March 6, the county announced. The operating status for Thursday will be updated as information becomes available. … Continued

No Connector service tomorrow as union continues its strike against Transdev

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Fairfax Connector bus service will remain suspended through Monday, Feb. 26, as the strike by bus drivers remains in effect. Operating status for the rest of the week (Feb. 27-March 1) will be updated as information becomes available, Fairfax Connector reports. Connector buses have been out of service since Thursday morning, when Amalgamated Transit Union … Continued

Fairfax Connector workers on strike

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Fairfax Connector workers are on strike over unfair labor practices, Amalgamated Transit Union Local 689 announced Feb. 22. That means riders will need to find alternative transportation. ATU Local 689 represents approximately 638 Fairfax Connector bus operators and mechanics. Members have been working under an expired contract since December 2023.  Local 689 and Transdev, the … Continued

Fairfax County School Board passes a resolution to allow collective bargaining

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The Fairfax County School Board passed a resolution on March 9 giving employees collective bargaining rights. The Fairfax County Federation of Teachers lauded passage of the resolution, stating teachers will now have “a seat at the table and be able to negotiate for better wages, benefits, and working conditions.” Employee associations can demonstrate sufficient support … Continued

State tax on groceries eliminated

#food, #labor, #taxes

As of Jan. 1, Virginian’s grocery costs were slightly reduced, as the elimination of the 1.5 percent state sales tax on groceries took effect. Localities are still collecting a 1 percent tax on groceries, however. The grocery tax cut will reduce state revenue by some $7 million – a small portion of the roughly $4.9 … Continued

Fairfax Connector workers end their strike, as negotiations continue

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A Fairfax County Connector bus on Route 401 on Columbia Pike in Annandale. Fairfax Connector expects to resume regular operations with full weekday service on all routes on Monday, Dec. 9. The Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU) Local 1764, the union representing Fairfax Connector bus drivers and mechanics, and Transdev, Fairfax County’s contracted bus operator, have … Continued

Bus drivers urge Fairfax County board to act on promised pension

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A Fairfax Connector bus on Columbia Pike in Annandale.  The union that represents more than 500 Fairfax Connector bus drivers, mechanics, and other workers is  presenting a petition to the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors Dec. 6 demanding action on a failed promised to provide a pension plan. Fairfax County contracts with MV Transportation, a … Continued

Advocacy group draws attention to exploitation of Vietnamese workers

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Jackie Bong-Wright (center in violet), the organizer of the banquet, surrounded by models showcasing international fashions.  A gala banquet Sunday night at the Harvest Moon restaurant in Falls Church featured an incredible variety of entertainment—an international fashion show, Vietnamese singing stars, a lively tap dance by a former Ms. Virginia Senior America, and much more. … Continued