Akron METRO RTA riders could be stranded due to drivers being stretched thin

Akron METRO RTA riders could be left stranded due to a schedule that stretches drivers to the limit.

Local One Transport Workers Union President Wayne Cole said Metro RTA has provided a schedule that does not match the operator force that is on staff.

“We hate the fact that there are (riders) who might be stranded out there. But there’s just nothing we can do. It becomes an unsafe situation if you’ve driven 12-13 hours and you haven’t had lunch,” said Cole…

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