COVENTRY, Conn. — The Superintendent for Coventry schools announced Monday evening that striking bus drivers had reached an agreement with M&J Bus Company.
David J. Petrone, Coventry Superintendent, said in a statement on the school system's website, " I am very happy to inform you that the bus drivers’ strike is over and normal transportation will resume for students tomorrow - Tuesday, September 12, 2023. We cannot thank parents enough for your patience, words of support, and resourcefulness during this time. I am forever grateful for this Coventry community.
Additionally, we thank M&J Bus Inc. and the Teamsters as they worked together to come to an agreement, which is for four years. "
Coventry bus drivers had started the second week of being on the picket line after they turned down a deal from the M&J Bus Company over the weekend.
On Sunday night, the Coventry bus drivers who are part of the Teamsters 671 Local Union rejected a new contract offer by the M&J Bus Company, saying it was well below what they were asking for.
At the meeting, union representatives said M&J presented a “final, best, and last offer” to the bus drivers. The drivers unanimously voted against that offer. The drivers said the proposed new contract was well below what they asked for by way of pay and additional health and retirement benefits.
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