WASHINGTON — OmniRide buses will operate on a modified version of its Emergency Service Plan, starting Thursday while the union for the bus drivers continues to negotiate their contract.
In the I-95 corridor, Express buses will operate to and from the Pentagon. In the I-66 corridor, Express buses will operate to and from the Tysons Corner Metro Station. Other OmniRide buses are expected to operate regular service. Fares will be free on all buses that are not running regular service.
According to OmniRide, they have been negotiating since March with the union the represents the drivers. They came to a tentative agreement in June, but the union later rejected that offer. The union has also rejected the offer to extend the current contract through September of this year.
OmniRide said it will work diligently to minimize the impact of this process on our passengers. OmniRide passengers are encouraged to sign up for Rider Express alerts and monitor their website for updates.
It also recommends passengers using OmniRIde’s Metro Express bus to Franconia-Springfield, taking VRE or slugging during the work stoppage.