This afternoon, LIRR and union officials will discuss heightened cleaning procedures on the Long Island Rail Road and crew members will demonstrate the procedures. 

WHEN:   Today, Thursday, March 19, 2020 – 1 p.m.

WHERE:  Hicksville LIRR Station – upstairs at platform level

WHO:     • Phil Eng, President of MTA Long Island Rail Road
                • Anthony Simon, General Chairman, SMART Union
                • Nicholas Peluso, Assistant National Representative, Transportation Communications Union (TCU) 

WHAT:   Following remarks from officials, LIRR crew members will demonstrate the heightened cleaning procedures being conducted aboard train cars and at stations. 

Reporters attending will be required to conform with current social distancing guidelines.