Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) is preparing customers for possible disruptions to paratransit and GoLink services as contract provider Transdev Services Inc. continues labor negotiations with the Amalgamated Transit Union local representing paratransit workers.

Labor Dispute

According to union officials, workers voted 160-1 two weeks ago to authorize a strike after months of contract negotiations. Union leaders said members have raised concerns about wages, healthcare costs, workplace treatment, and bargaining practices.

DART remains hopeful Transdev and ATU Local 1388 can come to an agreement. However, we have a responsibility to prepare our riders for potential disruptions to the services they rely on, said Trenise Winters, DART executive vice president and chief operations officer.

Paratransit provides door-to-door transportation for qualifying individuals with disabilities who cannot use DART’s fixed-route bus or rail network. GoLink offers on-demand transportation service within designated zones throughout DART’s service area.

DART said it remains committed to completing scheduled trips even if delays occur. Some paratransit customers could experience longer wait times or late arrivals if a strike takes place.

Customers would be able to monitor trip status through the DART Paratransit mobile application or by calling 214-515-7272. DART said recurring reservations would be prioritized, and new reservations would continue to be accepted.

Original reporting: The Dallas Express — read the source article.