WASHINGTON 鈥� Virginia could begin a push to make detailed changes to the compact that defines how Metro is managed and funded.
The resolution introduced in the House of Delegates by Del. Jim LeMunyon, R-Oak Hill, would ask the governor to 鈥渆ngage in discussions鈥� with Maryland and the District aimed at specific improvements to Metro鈥檚 governance, financing and operations.
Among the specific issues referenced in the resolution are: the size of the Metro Board and the qualifications of its members; whether binding arbitration used for labor discussions in order to prevent strikes should be removed; financial changes to address the costs of operations and a $2.5 billion unfunded pension and other post-employment benefits liability.
The resolution would not require any changes to the compact, but rather would direct any negotiations.
