WCTA’s union turns down covid vaccine incentive
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December 18, 2021

WCTA’s union turns down covid vaccine incentive

By Mon Valley Independent

By Rich Cholodofsky

Trib Total Media

Leadership of the union that represents Westmoreland County Transit Authority fixed-route bus drivers and mechanics said a proposal to offer additional sick leave to vaccinated employees who test positive for the coronavirus is not fair and won’t present the plan to its members.

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