NYC: MTA mulls massive transportation job cuts (possible 2100+ jobs)

[UpInArms]

MTA mulls massive transportation job cuts
Bridge, tunnel positions largely spared

http://www.newsday.com/news/local/longisland/ny-lilirr1012,0,5384485.story?coll=ny-topstories-headlines

The MTA is proposing to cut thousands of jobs on subways, the Long Island Rail Road and buses while eliminating only a single position at its bridges and tunnels, according to agency budget documents.

More than 2,100 NYC Transit positions are recommended for elimination, translating into increased waits for buses and subway trains staffed with only the operators and token booths closed around the city, according to the proposals.

On the Long Island Rail Road, more than 360 of 6,556 positions are proposed to be cut next year. The cuts come across all departments, and commuters can expect reduced levels of car and station cleaning due to the budget proposals.

By contrast, only a single secretary position is to be scrapped at MTA Bridges & Tunnels, which operates nine toll crossings in the city. There are no immediate plans for delayed painting or maintenance or limited toll collections.

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[are_we_united_yet]

1. Turnin' that corner

but its hard work

[KoKo]

2. Aren't there "securtiy concerns" with this many cuts? I thought Bloomberg

Pitaki and the Chimp were all for "enforcement and safety." :shrug: