GUELPH—Guelph Transit drivers will get a lunchroom and washroom access — issues that were sticking points with the Amalgamated Transit Union Local 1189 during contract negotiations this summer.

The city announced Wednesday that there is now a climate-controlled lunch room at Guelph Central Station for Guelph Transit employees to use and drivers have access to washrooms at the University of Guelph in a deal reached between the city and the university.

"We are pleased with our growing partnership with ATU Local 1189, and we are happy we could address our employee's concerns over the holiday season," Phil Meagher, general manager of Guelph Transit, states in a news release. "The University of Guelph has again shown that it is a great partner for transit in our city, and we thank them for accommodating our requests."

Drivers will have access to washrooms in Mountain Hall, a student residence building east of the bus loop at the University Centre. Drivers can access the washrooms even when the university is closed. The arrangement will be evaluated next year to see if it continues to meet the needs of drivers and the university.