PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- The union representing more than 5,000 SEPTA workers who operate buses, trolleys and subways in Philadelphia said Friday that a strike is imminent.

Members of Transport Workers Union Local 234 , who represent SEPTA's largest workers union, have been working without a contract since Nov. 7 and has been negotiating with SEPTA since October.

"I can tell you now that my patience has run out. I'm tired of talking and we're about to start walking," said Will Vera, president of TWU Local 234 during a news conference on Friday afternoon.

Union leaders say they are seeking modest raises, pension increases, changes to working conditions and health care improvements.

Members of the union's executive board were scheduled to meet Friday to determine next steps.

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