LIRR strike threat: MTA labor lawyer says worker walkout is avoidable, but unions say they are far from deal

By Ethan Stark-Miller Posted on

An MTA labor attorney on Wednesday said there is “no reason” the agency cannot ink a deal with five Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) unions to avoid their 3,500 workers going on strike this Saturday.

The lawyer, Gary Dellaverson, who is serving as the MTA’s outside labor counsel amid the negotiations, told reporters that the agency and unions should be able to reach an agreement by Thursday — two days ahead of the threatened May 16 strike date.

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LIRR strike threat: MTA labor lawyer says worker walkout is avoidable, but unions say they are far from deal

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