No Trolley Disruption Expected, Despite Possibility of Security Guard Strike

Updated Nov. 10 @ 8 a.m.

Transit officials said they don't anticipate any delays for Chargers fans today despite threats from trolley security guards that they might walk off the job.

About 200 members of the International Union of Security, Police and Fire Professionals said in a statement they plan rallies along the three and will call a strike during the Chargers rare Thursday night game against Oakland.

The timing of the game could result in a congested evening commute for both trolley passengers and drivers, and the annual home game against the Raiders usually leads to scuffles and arrests of fans.

Rob Schupp of the San Diego Metropolitan Transit System said security contractor Transit Systems Security has promised to have adequate staffing if the guards choose to walk out. TSS Chairman and CEO Lawrence Richman said his company will draw manpower from an affiliated firm, if necessary.

The union has filed a claim against Transit Security Services and the MTS with the National Labor Relations Board.

The guards joined the union last year and have been negotiating their first contract with the company. Their complaints include low wages, no sick or holiday pay, and a requirement that they purchase their uniforms.

-City News Service