# ATU Union Negotiations   September 14, 2026

This was a labor negotiation meeting held on September 14, 2026, between MyEscambia and the ATU Union 1395 regarding the transit employees' contract. Key procurement-related discussions focused on budget allocations for wage increases, specifically a 2% raise budgeted at approximately $55,000 for existing employees, with potential for a future 4% raise for employees earning $50,000 or less pending a county commission vote scheduled for September 24. The parties discussed contract articles related to union leave, retiree benefits, seniority, and wage progression. The union emphasized concerns about bus assignments, fleet conditions, and seniority rights, while management addressed budget constraints, grant dependencies, and fleet maintenance challenges. An MOA (Memorandum of Agreement) for the 2% wage increase was prepared for union member ratification, with plans to revisit wage negotiations after the commission's decision on the 4% increase. The meeting also covered staffing vacancies, grant funding impacts, and operational issues related to bus fleet and employee classifications. The contract remains open on articles 20 (seniority) and 29 (wages), with further negotiations planned post-commission vote.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Transportation, Professional Services
**Topics:** Grants & Funding, Contracting Vehicles
**Published:** September 14, 2026

### Sources
- [ATU Union Negotiations   September 14, 2026](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rpSNoabtbdk) - MyEscambia