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L.A. Metro's "Fareless New Year" Initiative Launches Early Amid Strike Threat
In a surprise move,the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority launched its much-touted "Fareless Transit Week" a day early on December 26th. The initiative, intended to boost ridership and provide holiday relief, comes as negotiations with the operator's union have stalled. Union 1277 has threatened a walkout on January 2nd if a new contract isn't settled, potentially stranding thousands returning to work after the holidays.
In a surprise move,the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority launched its much-touted "Fareless Transit Week" a day early on December 26th. The initiative, intended to boost ridership and provide holiday relief, comes as negotiations with the operator's union have stalled. Union 1277 has threatened a walkout on January 2nd if a new contract isn't settled, potentially stranding thousands returning to work after the holidays.