It was a busy and exciting day in San Jose, CA, as International President John Costa and International Executive Vice President Yvette Trujillo joined Local 265-San Jose, CA, President/Business Agent Raj Singh to visit with our members on the job to thank them for their hard work and talk about their issues and concerns, including their current contract negotiations with the Valley Transportation Authority (VTA).
The first stop was the VTA Guadalupe Light Rail Yard, where the group paid their respects at the Guadalupe Memorial Garden, honoring our fallen 265 members who we tragically lost to workplace violence on May 26, 2021. The group then went to talk to members about their issues, their contract, and the upcoming U.S. elections that will affect transit funding and workplace rights for all our members.
The next stop was the VTA Cerone Bus Yard, where they were greeted by our members, who were lined up to welcome IP Costa and IEVP Trujillo to share their concerns. "You, our 265 members, move San Jose," said Costa. "Just a few years ago, you all went through something that nobody should ever endure. Now, the VTA must recognize your sacrifice and give you the contract you deserve." Thank you, Local 265, for everything you do for our members and your community!