ITEM ‑ 45(c)
June 6, 1978
This refers to your request (GCA/77‑25)
about application of Rule 45, "Temporary Vacancies‑Pool Freight
Service" of the Road Agreement, which was discussed with you in conference
on May 31, 1978.
It is agreed that temporary vacancies
of conductors in pool freight service known to be of ten days or more duration
will be assigned to the senior promoted brakeman making application therefor.
This Agreement will only become
effective in those territories where the Local Chairman and Superintendent
agree to place it in effect.
This Agreement may be terminated by the
service of a ten‑day written notice by either party on the other.