Metro statement on labor-management talks

Metro today issued the following statement:

Metro has agreed to return 33 of 271 custodial employees to their 2017 work locations, in consideration of ATU-Local 689 dismissing its grievances in the matter and a related lawsuit.

The agreement enables management to continue assigning Metro employees for custodial work in rail stations, while using contractors for non-public facilities.

Metro executives continue to work with union officials to identify common ground and protect current employees, while containing cost growth.