“There’s nothing in this report that comes as a surprise to anyone who works for ─ and truly understands ─ the MBTA. Management has made decisions that have compromised safety for far too long. The Boston Carmen’s Union has raised concerns related to MBTA safety for years, both publicly and behind closed doors ─ about insufficient staffing, deficiencies in leadership, and prioritizing cost savings at the expense of safety. Our concerns have consistently been ignored by MBTA management. For the women and men operating and maintaining the MBTA, safety is always our highest priority. The Carmen’s Union, and our members, stand ready to provide the feedback and guidance needed to improve safety, reliability, and service for our riders.”

– Jim Evers, Boston Carmen’s Union President-Elect