Union speakers press CTA on operator training and inclusion in safety planning as CTA reports crime declines
Speakers from ATU Local 241 told the board they feel excluded from safety planning and raised concerns about operator training and frontline safety; CTA leadership said crime is down systemwide and previewed a Safe Ride Specialist program and follow-up briefings on training and non-police alternatives.
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Several public commenters spoke during the board’s public-comment period on June 10, pressing CTA leadership for clearer action on employee safety and training.
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