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Sun Tran Drivers Ratify Safety Contract | Tucson News
Sun Tran workers have ratified a landmark three-year contract after a tense standoff, with 75% voting yes — but safety remains a hot-button issue. While the union celebrates upgraded protective barriers and better worker input, some drivers still feel vulnerable to daily threats. Sun Tran touts competitive pay, retirement perks, and new security tech as wins, though the union insists more direct law enforcement presence is needed. The deal, which emerged after a cooling-off period and a revised “best and final” offer, comes amid rising violence tied to the transit system — and with city funds…
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