Going paperless: MCTS phasing out paper tickets, passes, transfers on Leap Day
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) announced on Friday, January 8th that it will phase out paper tickets, passes and transfers on Leap Day, February 29th.MCTS officials say the move away from paper will make bus boarding more efficient and cut down on the use of paper, which is costly and less environmentally friendly.According to a recent customer survey, less than 18% of MCTS riders use paper tickets and passes.MCTS Leap Day Transition FAQsQ: What happens if I pay with cash?
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) announced on Friday, January 8th that it will phase out paper tickets, passes and transfers on Leap Day, February 29th.MCTS officials say the move away from paper will make bus boarding more efficient and cut down on the use of paper, which is costly and less environmentally friendly.According to a recent customer survey, less than 18% of MCTS riders use paper tickets and passes.MCTS Leap Day Transition FAQsQ: What happens if I pay with cash?
Don't risk it: MCTS "Miller Lite Free Rides," SafeRide program can get you home safe this NYE
MILWAUKEE -- People across Milwaukee County once again have a safe and free way to ring in 2016.
MILWAUKEE -- People across Milwaukee County once again have a safe and free way to ring in 2016.
Despite new contract, bus drivers union not happy with work conditions
MILWAUKEE -- There may be a contract, but the complaints continue.
MILWAUKEE -- There may be a contract, but the complaints continue.
MCTS renames popular "GreenLine" the Favre Line ahead of "Ring of Honor" induction ceremony
MILWAUKEE -- Green Bay Packers fans have a unique way to celebrate Brett Favre in the lead up to his "Ring of Honor" induction ceremony on Thanksgiving night -- by riding the bus.The Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) is honorarily renaming the popular GreenLine, the FAVRE LINE, in honor of Favre.The honorary renaming will last for one week, from November 19th until Thanksgiving.
MILWAUKEE -- Green Bay Packers fans have a unique way to celebrate Brett Favre in the lead up to his "Ring of Honor" induction ceremony on Thanksgiving night -- by riding the bus.The Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) is honorarily renaming the popular GreenLine, the FAVRE LINE, in honor of Favre.The honorary renaming will last for one week, from November 19th until Thanksgiving.
“This is the latest upgrade:" MCTS riders with M•CARD can buy 1-Day Pass on bus
MILWAUKEE -- Passengers using the Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) have another new technology update to make riding easier.
MILWAUKEE -- Passengers using the Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) have another new technology update to make riding easier.
81% in favor: Transit union members approve three-year contract
MILWAUKEE – Leaders of Amalgamated Transit Union Local 998 say members on Wednesday, October 21st voted to APPROVE a three-year contract agreement with Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS).
MILWAUKEE – Leaders of Amalgamated Transit Union Local 998 say members on Wednesday, October 21st voted to APPROVE a three-year contract agreement with Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS).
Milwaukee County bus drivers voting on three-year contract proposal Wednesday
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee County bus drivers will vote on a three-year contract proposal on Wednesday, October 21st.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee County bus drivers will vote on a three-year contract proposal on Wednesday, October 21st.
MCTS, bus drivers union reach tentative agreement on 3-year contract
MILWAUKEE -- After months of negotiations and even a brief strike, officials with Milwaukee County Transit System say they have reached a tentative agreement for a three-year contract with the bus drivers union, Amalgamated Transit Union Local 998."We did come to an agreement.
MILWAUKEE -- After months of negotiations and even a brief strike, officials with Milwaukee County Transit System say they have reached a tentative agreement for a three-year contract with the bus drivers union, Amalgamated Transit Union Local 998."We did come to an agreement.
Latest: MCTS officials agree to remove part-time provision from bus drivers' contract proposal
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee County Transit System officials are asking that members of Amalgamated Transit Union Local 998, the Milwaukee County bus drivers union, vote again on a new contract.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee County Transit System officials are asking that members of Amalgamated Transit Union Local 998, the Milwaukee County bus drivers union, vote again on a new contract.
Rejected: 92% of MCTS bus drivers union members vote "no" on latest contract
MILWAUKEE -- Leaders of Amalgamated Transit Union Local 998, the MCTS bus drivers union, said on Monday evening, October 5th union members voted to REJECT the latest contract being offered by Milwaukee County.
MILWAUKEE -- Leaders of Amalgamated Transit Union Local 998, the MCTS bus drivers union, said on Monday evening, October 5th union members voted to REJECT the latest contract being offered by Milwaukee County.
Vote expected Monday: MCTS bus drivers union members to approve or reject new contract
MILWAUKEE -- A vote is scheduled for Monday, October 5th on a proposed new contract for Milwaukee County Transit System bus drivers.
MILWAUKEE -- A vote is scheduled for Monday, October 5th on a proposed new contract for Milwaukee County Transit System bus drivers.
Vote coming Monday: Bus drivers union leaders urge members to vote "no" on new contract
MILWAUKEE -- Leaders of Amalgamated Transit Union Local 998, the MCTS bus drivers union, are encouraging members to vote "no" on a new contract.
MILWAUKEE -- Leaders of Amalgamated Transit Union Local 998, the MCTS bus drivers union, are encouraging members to vote "no" on a new contract.
Vote pushed back: Union leaders say bus drivers to vote on latest contract offer Oct. 5th
MILWAUKEE -- The members of Amalgamated Transit Union Local 998 will not vote on the latest contract offer from the Milwaukee County Transit System until Monday, October 5th.
MILWAUKEE -- The members of Amalgamated Transit Union Local 998 will not vote on the latest contract offer from the Milwaukee County Transit System until Monday, October 5th.
"He should get his job back:" MCTS releases video showing fight involving bus driver, passengers
MILWAUKEE -- The video is startling.
MILWAUKEE -- The video is startling.
"Nearly unanimous:" Bus drivers union leaders to announce results of 'no confidence' vote on Abele
MILWAUKEE -- Leaders of Amalgamated Transit Union Local 998, the Milwaukee County Transit System bus drivers union, announced the results of a "no confidence" vote for Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele on Thursday evening, September 24th.
MILWAUKEE -- Leaders of Amalgamated Transit Union Local 998, the Milwaukee County Transit System bus drivers union, announced the results of a "no confidence" vote for Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele on Thursday evening, September 24th.
Bus driver fired over altercation with passengers: "They was spitting at each other for a minute"
MILWAUKEE -- A Milwaukee County Transit System bus driver is fired after video surfaces on Facebook showing him punching a passenger in the street.
MILWAUKEE -- A Milwaukee County Transit System bus driver is fired after video surfaces on Facebook showing him punching a passenger in the street.
MCTS spokesman: ATU Local 998 leaders request formal contract proposal for vote
MILWAUKEE -- Contract negotiations continue between the Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) and the MCTS bus drivers union, Amalgamated Transit Union Local 998.
MILWAUKEE -- Contract negotiations continue between the Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) and the MCTS bus drivers union, Amalgamated Transit Union Local 998.
"It felt good doing a good deed:" Milwaukee bus driver's act of kindness goes a long way
MILWAUKEE -- Sometimes the simplest acts can be the most memorable.
MILWAUKEE -- Sometimes the simplest acts can be the most memorable.
Making progress: MCTS, bus drivers union close in on contract agreement
MILWAUKEE -- Contract negotiations between the Milwaukee County Transit System and the Amalgamated Transit Union Local 998 are apparently making progress toward an agreement.Officials with the county said on Friday, August 21st that both sides are reviewing and considering a variety of options and proposals.Both side will be back at the bargaining table on September 3rd to try and reach a deal.
MILWAUKEE -- Contract negotiations between the Milwaukee County Transit System and the Amalgamated Transit Union Local 998 are apparently making progress toward an agreement.Officials with the county said on Friday, August 21st that both sides are reviewing and considering a variety of options and proposals.Both side will be back at the bargaining table on September 3rd to try and reach a deal.
Contract negotiations: MCTS officials, union leaders to sit down with federal mediator August 21st
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee County Transit System officials said Monday, August 10th MCTS and Amalgamated Transit Union Local 998 (ATU) continue to make progress toward a contract agreement.According to MCTS, bus drivers' union officials and MCTS officials are reviewing and considering a variety of options and proposals.The parties will resume negotiations with the assistance of a federal mediator on Friday, August 21st in an effort to reach an agreement on a contract.In late July, supporters of Amalgamated Transit Union Local 998, the MCTS bus drivers union, protested with a camel outside Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele's condo -- saying they're still upset over the contract dispute that led to a three-day strike in early July.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee County Transit System officials said Monday, August 10th MCTS and Amalgamated Transit Union Local 998 (ATU) continue to make progress toward a contract agreement.According to MCTS, bus drivers' union officials and MCTS officials are reviewing and considering a variety of options and proposals.The parties will resume negotiations with the assistance of a federal mediator on Friday, August 21st in an effort to reach an agreement on a contract.In late July, supporters of Amalgamated Transit Union Local 998, the MCTS bus drivers union, protested with a camel outside Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele's condo -- saying they're still upset over the contract dispute that led to a three-day strike in early July.