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2:00 ‑ REGULAR MEETING ORDER OF BUSINESS 1. Call to Order Chairman McCray called the meeting to order at 2:04 p.m. 2. Roll Call Present:
3. Announcement of prohibition of sound producing devices during the meeting. Chairman McCray announced that the ringing of and use of cell phones, pagers and similar sound-producing electronic devices are prohibited at the meeting. He advised that any person responsible for the ringing or use of a cell phone, pager, or other similar sound-producing electronic devices might be removed from the meeting. He also advised that cell phones that are set on “vibrate” cause microphone interference and requested that they be placed in the “off” position. 4. Approval of Minutes On motion to approve the minutes of the July 18, 2006 Regular Meeting: unanimously approved. 5. Communications Board Secretary Boomer stated that Mr. Murphy, Chairman of the CAC would not be presenting a report today. 6. Introduction of New or Unfinished Business by Board Members Director Shahum requested that the Board schedule a discussion regarding the strategic planning session. She stated that it was important to discuss how the MTA board will operate on behalf of the public. Chairman McCray requested that the draft agenda be provided to the board. 7. Executive Director’s Report (For discussion only)
Executive Director Ford presented this month’s Special Recognition Awards to Andrew Hom, Edward Kenny and Linda Kelly-Cross. Chairman McCray expressed appreciation on behalf of the Board. Carter Rohan, Director of Capital Programs and Construction introduced the Construction Division’s Summer Intern Program. Jane Wang, project manager, introduced the Summer interns. Diana Hammons, Director of External Affairs, addressed a recent news report regarding paratransit safety. The MTA and the paratransit contractor have a zero tolerance policy with respect to safety violations. Stu Smith, Chairman, Paratransit Coordinating Council Executive Committee, stated that the PCC was working closely with the paratransit broker and Muni to address the issues and they have made a lot of progress. Ashish Patel, Project Manager, Third Street Project presented the Third Street Funding Plan. Carter Rohan, Director of Capital Programs and Construction presented the Fleet Improvement Program. PUBLIC COMMENT: David Pilpel expressed concern regarding the Third St. schedule for operators and vehicle availability and reliability. He stated that Green Division is overcrowded and wondered why it took so long to open 6th and King. He urged the Board to maintain focus on the Third St. opening schedule and expressed concern regarding Third St. costs in the FY07 budget. He also stated that the position of Deputy Director for Maintenance needed to be filled. Roger Bazeley stated that he was looking forward to the opening of Third Street and supports transit-oriented development along the line. Irwin Lum, President, TWU Local 250A stated that the concerns raised in the news report regarding safety of the paratransit system have been resolved. Barry Taranto expressed concern regarding signal timing of the lights along the Third St. Corridor especially as it relates to left-turns. 8. Citizen’s Advisory Council Report No report. 9. Public Comment David Pilpel stated that has been disrespected by Transit Effectiveness Project staff and that he had not received a response to items discussed with Mr. Ford. He inquired about further organizational restructures, about the recent cancellation of the Presidio sign-up and recent subway and light rail operational problems. He stated that the Board of Supervisors had continued the contract to purchase 30 foot buses and wondered how the continuance would impact the delivery schedule. The MTA should consider hiring part-time operators. Barry Taranto stated that additional PCO’s were needed to cite people who park in the Tow Away No Parking Zones in the evening. He added that contractors cause problems with traffic signals and cited the flashing signal at Kearny as an example. Roger Bazeley expressed appreciation to E.D. Ford and Chairman McCray for attending the District 6 Town Hall meeting and expressed support for a center alignment for the Geary BRT. He stated that pre-pay cards and Next Bus are great tools for riders. THE FOLLOWING MATTERS BEFORE THE MUNICIPAL TRANSPORTATION AGENCY BOARD ARE RECOMMENDED FOR ACTION AS STATED BY THE DIRECTOR OF TRANSPORTATION, AND CITY ATTORNEY WHERE APPLICABLE. EXPLANATORY DOCUMENTS FOR ALL CONSENT AND REGULAR CALENDAR ITEMS ARE AVAILABLE FOR REVIEW AT 1 SOUTH VAN NESS AVE. 7th FLOOR. CONSENT CALENDAR 10. All matters listed hereunder constitute a Consent Calendar, are considered to be routine by the Municipal Transportation Agency Board, and will be acted upon by a single vote of the Board. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a member of the Board or the public so requests, in which event the matter shall be removed from the Consent Calendar and considered as a separate item.
(10.1) Approving the plans and specifications and authorizing the Executive Director/CEO to advertise Contract No. MR-1216, Design-Build Services for Geneva Historic Car Enclosure. (Explanatory documents include a staff report, resolution and financial plan.) (Carter Rohan) At Director Mezey’s request, Carter Rohan, Director of Capital Programs and Construction provided clarification regarding the design/bid process and the timeline for completing the project. No public comment. RESOLUTION 06-093 On motion to approve Item 10.1: ADOPTED: AYES – Black, Din, Kasolas, McCray, Mezey, Nolan and Shahum (10.2) Authorizing the Executive Director/CEO to execute Fourth Amendment to Advertising Transit Shelter Agreement with CBS Outdoor to permit the contractor to advertise on the Third Street platforms in exchange for maintenance of those platforms; to add shelters to the E-Line boarding islands; and to extend the agreement by six months. (Explanatory documents include a staff report, resolution and financial plan.) (Deb Ward) Director Mezey requested that staff review the Advertising Policy; compare it to the policy of other Bay Area transit properties as it relates to the definition of obscene or pornographic ads and bring the policy to the board for discussion. No public comment. RESOLUTION 06-094 On motion to approve Item 10.2: ADOPTED: AYES – Black, Din, Kasolas, McCray, Mezey, Nolan and Shahum REGULAR CALENDAR 11. Authorizing the MTA to initiate limited introductory service on the T-Third Street in January 2007 on Saturdays and Sundays followed by full all-day daily service in April 2007; authorizing the MTA to discontinue lines 9X, 9AX, 9BX-San Bruno Express and 15-Third Street, and to partially discontinue service on line 54-Felton; authorizing the MTA to initiate new and revised services on the 15X-Bayshore Express: 15AX-Bayshore A Express and 15BX-Bayshore B Express and on the 54-Felton: establishing the inbound terminal of the N-Judah at Embarcadero Station and establishing the peak-hour route of the J-Church. (Explanatory documents include a staff report, resolution and maps.) (William Lieberman) Peter Straus, Manager, Service Planning, presented the staff report. PUBLIC COMMENT: David Pilpel stated that he was unaware that there had been any recent public outreach or notice on vehicles regarding these changes. He expressed interest in knowing what the net impact is on vehicles by mode and on personnel. The Castro turnback may be problematic for existing K, L and M riders and could result in additional delays. He urged the Board to continue the matter. Mr. Pilpel discussed alternative means of providing service along the 15 and 9 lines. Helen Kwan, Chinatown TRIP, expressed concern regarding the proposed schedule and capacity of the changes. She stated that while TRIP and MTA staff had resolved many issues, TRIP continued to have questions regarding headways. TRIP would like to see the proposed new line called the 9x rather than the 15x. Paul Lee, TWU Local 250-A, expressed concern regarding the reduction of service on the proposed 15x line. Director Din requested that the resolution be amended to change the name of the new service to the 9X. RESOLUTION 06-095 On motion to approve as amended: ADOPTED: AYES – Black, Din, Kasolas, McCray, Mezey, Nolan and Shahum 12. Fixing the wage schedule for Transit Operators, Classification 9163 as $26.50 per hour for Operators and $16.6950 per hour for Operator Trainees effective July 1, 2006, $26.77 per hour for Operators and $16.8651 for Operator Trainees effective November 4, 2006, and $27.08 per hour for Operators and $17.0604 for Operator Trainees effective June 2, 2007. (Explanatory documents include a staff report, resolution and salary certification.) (Diana Buchbinder) No public comment. RESOLUTION 06-096 On motion to approve: ADOPTED: AYES – Black, Din, Kasolas, McCray, Mezey, Nolan and Shahum 13. Adopting an overall annual goal of 25 percent for DBE contracting in FTA-assisted contracts for FFY 2007; and authorizing the MTA to implement a Small Business Enterprise program. (Explanatory documents include a staff report, resolution and financial plan.) (Deb Ward) No public comment. Chairman McCray expressed concern regarding future participation for minorities and women in MTA contracts and urged staff to enhance the MTA’s outreach efforts to secure participation. RESOLUTION 06-097 On motion to approve: ADOPTED: AYES – Black, Din, Kasolas, McCray, Mezey, Nolan and Shahum 14. Approving and adopting the “Executive Director’s Incentive Compensation Plan” for Nathaniel P. Ford, Sr., Executive Director/CEO. (Explanatory documents include a staff report, resolution and plan.) (James McCray, Jr.) No public comment. RESOLUTION 06-098 On motion to approve: ADOPTED: AYES – Black, Din, Kasolas, McCray, Mezey, Nolan and Shahum 15. Authorizing the award of Contract No. 1217: New Traffic Signals – Project 57, to Abbett Electric, to install new traffic signals at California and Octavia; California and Stockton; Avalon, Mission and Theresa; Boardman and Bryant; and the Great Highway and JFK for a total contract amount of $898,950. (Explanatory documents include a staff report, resolution and financial plan.) (Bond Yee) No public comment. RESOLUTION 06-099 On motion to approve: ADOPTED: AYES – Black, Din, Kasolas, McCray, Mezey, Nolan and Shahum 16. Discussion and vote pursuant to Administrative Code Section 67.11(a) as to whether to conduct a closed session and invoke the attorney‑client privilege. On motion to invoke the attorney-client privilege: unanimously approved. RECESS REGULAR MEETING AND CONVENE CLOSED SESSION CLOSED SESSION 1. Call to Order Chairman McCray called the closed session to order at 5:33 p.m. 2. Roll Call Present:
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3. Pursuant to Government Code Sections 54956.9, and Administrative Code Section 67.8 (a) (3) the Municipal Transportation Agency Board will meet in closed session to discuss attorney‑client matters in the following case: CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL Anticipated Litigation: __X__ As defendant _____ As plaintiff ADJOURN CLOSED SESSION AND RECONVENE REGULAR MEETING - The closed session was adjourned at 6:05 p.m. 17. Announcement of Closed Session. Chairman McCray announced that the Board met in closed session for a conference with the City Attorney regarding anticipated litigation with the city as defendant. The Board took no action 18. Motion to disclose or not disclose the information discussed in closed session. On motion to not disclose the information discussed: unanimously approved. ADJOURN - The meeting was adjourned at 6:06 p.m. A tape of the meeting is on file in the office of the Secretary to the Municipal Transportation Agency Board of Directors. Roberta Boomer The Ethics Commission of the City and County of San Francisco has asked us to remind individuals and entities that influence or attempt to influence local legislative or administrative action may be required by the San Francisco Lobbyist Ordinance [S.F. Campaign and Governmental Conduct Code section 2.100 et seq.] to register and report lobbying activity. For more information about the Lobbyist Ordinance, please contact the Ethics Commission at 415-581-2300; fax: 415-581-2317; 30 Van Ness Ave., Suite 3900, SF, CA 94102-6027 or the web site: sfgov.org/ethics.
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