ATU 1576 Lynnwood, Washington Mourns Passing of First Member from COVID-19

Sisters and Brothers, Friday was a sad day for the Union as the first ATU Member fatality has been announced: a Transit Operator and Shop Steward from Lynnwood Washington. It is unknown to me how Br. Scott Ryan became infected, but the chilling message to all of us is:

  • protect yourself.
  • Enforce the physical distancing protocol mercilessly.
  • Do not take “NO” for an answer.
  • Be a leader in personal hygiene and require others to follow

Read the full news release here.