Overview

• UFCW MCGEO Local 1994 members representing drivers and attendants voted to authorize a strike, empowering their bargaining committee to call a walkout if talks fail.
• The union expects a counteroffer from Student Transportation of America by the end of business Friday before determining next steps.
• Drivers and aides work for Annapolis Bus Company and RE Wilson under STA, not the school district, reflecting a contractor-run system.
• A work stoppage could leave dozens of routes uncovered and affect roughly 7,200 students, largely in the Annapolis, Arundel, Broadneck, Crofton, and South River areas, according to the superintendent.
• Union leaders say STA’s latest proposal falls short on fair pay and respect, while STA says it is communicating with stakeholders and hopes for a quick resolution; a 2021 wildcat action by Annapolis Bus Company workers disrupted county service.