Overview
- Union leaders say a walkout could begin at any time, and SEPTA confirmed it has not resumed negotiations with TWU Local 234.
- SEPTA urged riders to arrange alternatives, warning city buses, trolleys, and the Market-Frankford and Broad Street lines would halt, while Regional Rail, Suburban Transit, LUCY and CCT Connect would continue.
- The School District of Philadelphia outlined excused lateness and absences, said some schools could shift to virtual learning, and noted teachers would not teach in-person and online simultaneously.
- Union priorities include wage increases, pension changes, earlier dental access, improved sick pay and health care, and a two-year contract term.
- TWU Local 234 represents more than 5,000 operators and mechanics who have worked without a contract since Nov. 7, prompting riders to make backup travel plans.