Newark, N.J. — According to a joint May 7 press release, NJ Transit and its largest labor union, the Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU), have reached a tentative contract agreement. NJ Transit is the nation’s third largest provider of bus, rail, and light rail transit, linking major points in New Jersey, New York and Philadelphia. The ATU represents more than 5,500 NJ Transit employees.
“I appreciate the professionalism and reasonableness of the ATU leadership throughout this process,” said NJ Transit President & CEO Kris Kolluri. “This tentative agreement reflects a shared commitment to our more than 5,500 dedicated employees represented by the ATU, our valued riders, and New Jersey taxpayers — and I’m grateful for the collaborative spirit that made it possible.”
ATU Chair and New Jersey State Council Orlando Riley said, “I would like to thank both the ATU leadership and NJ Transit for their professionalism during the months of negotiation meetings. Reaching a tentative agreement reflects a commitment to support the hard-working men and women in the Amalgamated Transit Union and the communities we serve. We look forward to continuing our relationship with NJ TRANSIT as we continue to provide reliable bus service to the public and improve the quality of life for our members.”
ATU International Vice President Ray Greaves also commended the transit agency’s willingness to engage in constructive dialogue and urged members to review the details of the agreement, once it becomes available, and to participate in the upcoming ratification process.
