Metro has tightened its hiring standards by reducing the number of felony convictions allowed, as well as setting tougher limits on driving violations and sex crimes in the wake of several high-profile employee incidents.
The transit agency said Tuesday it rolled out the new policies Aug. 3 to tighten its existing standards and create new ones for job applicants as a way to improve its staffing. It also wants to send a signal to employees and the public.
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