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2:00 ‑ REGULAR MEETING ORDER OF BUSINESS 1. Call to Order Chairman McCray called the meeting to order at 2:05 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 August 1, 2006 Regular Meeting: unanimously approved. 5. Communications Board Secretary Boomer stated that Item 10.5 had been removed from the agenda at the request of staff. 6. Introduction of New or Unfinished Business by Board Members Chairman McCray requested that a performance evaluation for the acting Director of the Parking Authority be scheduled for the September 19 board meeting. Director Kasolas requested that staff bring a comprehensive contract procurement policy to the board for adoption within sixty days. He also requested that staff provide a list of all contracts, including their expiration dates. E.D. Ford stated that staff would provide the information requested. Director Mezey requested that staff provide information to the board regarding the tax collector’s efforts to collect the parking tax. Director Shahum requested information regarding the sales of fast passes. -Strategic Planning Workshop Mr. Ford discussed the importance of having a strategic plan to address the numerous challenges that the agency would be facing over the next twenty years and presented a draft agenda for a strategic planning workshop to begin developing this plan. Director Nolan stated that the issue of governance is most important and requested that the agenda include discussion about how the board operates and its’ relationship to staff. Director Kasolas suggested that the agenda be structured as broadly as possible and suggested that it include discussion about board subcommittees, human resource policies as they relate to the board’s appointees; the contract procurement process, garages, succession planning, distribution of fare media, increasing revenues, fare collection methods, passes, tokens, and fare evasion. Director Shahum stated that governance was first and foremost and suggested that the board discuss what is the role of the board, what goals should the board have for the next few years, what we need to do to improve and what our best structure is. Director Din stated that a comprehensive marketing plan would address issues related to attracting new riders and increasing revenue. Chairman McCray stated that if more time is needed, the day could be extended until 5:00 p.m. He stated that he has heard that the board was interested in looking at structural issues and governance and is not keen on breakout groups. Chairman McCray requested that staff provide APTA’s board evaluation form in advance of the workshop. 7. Executive Director’s Report (For discussion only)
Exec. Director Ford stated that Caltrans plans to close the Bay Bridge’s eastbound direction, and related ramps, during the Labor Day weekend, to complete the last major demolition on the West Approach to the Bridge. PCOs will be on hand to direct traffic on city streets. Caltrans is planning a massive publicity campaign. BART will operate 24 hour service and MUNI service to Treasure Island will be maintained. The MTA is on an accelerated program to install approximately 600 backlogged new parking meters by November 1. In the past two weeks, we’ve installed about 125 new meters. San Jose/30th St – recognize that DPT has major role in improving OTP. DPT worked on timing issues at that location/intersection to improve J line OTP. Proud of collaborative effort. Looking to repeat that throughout service area. DPT recently implemented a track equipment and signal controller change at northbound 30th Street at San Jose Avenue that is expected to improve the on-time performance of the J-Church line. The Third Street “General Sign-Up” was posted on August 23rd. This sign-up includes the introduction of the T line full service, elimination of the 15 line and introduction of the 9X. It also includes improvements to the F line by adding three additional cars on weekends. The track work at West Portal and permanent track repair at Eurekahas been cancelled until further notice as a result of construction problems this past weekend. The Construction Division will find a new date for the work. Senate Bill 1749, introduced by Senator Migden, regarding the decriminalization of transit fare evasion and other minor transit infractions is pending a vote on the Assembly Floor. We anticipate that Los Angeles County will be included in the bill. Staff is working with lobbyists to seek support for the legislation. Pursuant to city charter, E.D. Ford “sunshined” the TWU 250A MOU. This MOU was ratified by TWU members on August 8th. The board will be asked to approve the “reopener” at their September 19th meeting. The changes include increasing the premium for line trainers; providing uniforms and shoes on an annual basis; offering the same wellness program which is provided to other service critical employees; providing a monetary reward for the Operator of the Month in lieu of time off; and modifications for qualifications for overtime pay. There was no change to the term of the agreement which expires June 30, 2008 Bond Yee, Acting Director, DPT, presented the quarterly Citation Report. Director Shahum requested that staff report back to the board regarding the impact of the changes on Market Street. Ron Szeto, Acting Director, Parking Authority, presented the quarterly garage performance report. Director Nolan expressed concern about the amount staff time involved in preparing and presenting reports to the board. He suggested that some of the reports could be presented on a semi-annual or annual basis. E.D. Ford stated that it may be helpful if the board had an idea of how much staff time was spent on preparing board reports and will get back to the board. William Lieberman, Director, Planning, presented highlights of the Transit Effectiveness Project. Director Shahum requested that the board be informed about the public meetings once they have been scheduled. She also requested regular reports on the TEP project. Marisa Espinosa, Manager, Strategic Policy Initiatives, presented the expenditure plan for state funds. PUBLIC COMMENT on the Expenditure Plan for State Funds: Tom Radulovich, Executive Director, Livable City urged the board not to use the unexpected windfall from the state to balance the operating budget. Instead, the board should look at opportunities to spend monies on things that will reduce future operating costs or items that will impact riders. Consider investing the monies in the corridor projects and things that will result in immediate savings that will improve the transit reliability. Bob Planthold expressed support for spending monies on accessible pedestrian signals. This could result in fewer accidents. E.D. Ford stated that in the interest of time, he would like to continue the Service Standards report to September 19th. PUBLIC COMMENT on the Executive Director’s Report: Tom Radulovich stated that he wanted to make a pitch for looking the TEP to look at the entire agency rather than just Muni service. The TEP goals can’t be realized without all modes pulling together. He stated that the idea of a transit academy idea is near and dear to him and urged the MTA to partner with City College and with other transit agencies. 8. Citizen’s Advisory Council Report Daniel Murphy, Chairman, CAC presented the CAC’s recommendations. The CAC recommends that the MTA institute free transfers between cable cars and the rest of the Muni system and to keep cable car fares at or below their current levels. He also urged the board to withhold policy direction regarding the use of state funds until the CAC has had an opportunity to provide feedback on the item. Vice Chairman Kasolas requested that staff look at the issue of cable car fares and provide information on pricing. 9. Public Comment Norman Rolfe stated that at one time the city charter required that cable car fares would not exceed other fares however the language had been removed. Cable cars are not considered as part of the system but as an amusement park ride. When cable car fares were the same as other fares, cable car fare box recovery was higher. Transfers should be accepted on cable cars. Rafael Cabrera, TWU Local 250-A, expressed concern about the proposed changes along Third Street. The affected communities weren’t properly informed. We’re not working as a team. We want to provide best service to communities and we know what people want. There is no service from the train station to Fisherman’s Wharf. Bob Planthold stated that Muni has an unresponsive attitude toward people with disabilities. We are the first to be ignored and the last to be consulted. He has stated that there aren’t pull cords across the front seats on the ETI buses but nothing has been done. The complaint process is biased against operators and needs to be reformed. There is a culture of non-responsiveness and a “can’t do” attitude within the MTA. Paul Lee, TWU Local 250-A, stated that the proposed changes to the 9 and 15 lines will result in fewer buses. The new line will run on Stockton which is already congested and served by the 30 and 45 lines. We propose an additional line that runs from Caltrain into Chinatown and Fisherman’s wharf. The 10 line is unreliable as a back up because of the headways and lack of weekend service. 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) Requesting the Controller to allot funds and to draw warrants against such funds available or will be available in payment of the following claims against the MTA:
RESOLUTION 06-100 (10.2) Approving the following traffic modifications:
(Explanatory documents include a staff report and resolution.) (Bond Yee) Item 10.2 N and M were severed from the Consent Calendar at the request of members of the public. Jack Fleck, acting Traffic Engineer, presented the staff report for Item 10.2N PUBLIC COMMENT on Item 10.2 N: Barry Taranto stated that many cars used Sansome St. to turn left onto Broadway. He requested that the Board consider leaving one block as tow-away zone. Irwin Lum, President, Local 250-A stated that he has the same concern as the previous speaker. Muni’s 30X buses use that lane in the afternoon. Removing that turn lane will result in more traffic back-up. Jack Fleck stated that his understanding is that they were not changing the tow-away zone on that side of the street but would like to double-check it to be sure. Item 10.2 N was removed from the Consent Calendar and continued to a future meeting. Jack Fleck, Traffic Engineer, presented the staff report for Item 10.2 M PUBLIC COMMENT on Item 10.2 M: Christine Anderson stated that she is glad to discover that the proposal had been changed to one metered zone and she is supportive of the change. Item 10.2 M was returned to the Consent Calendar. RESOLUTION 06-101 (10.3) Approving the restructuring of line 56-Rutland to establish a new one-way counter-clockwise loop service and discontinuing service on the existing route. (Explanatory documents include a staff report, maps, letters and resolution.) (William Lieberman) Item 10.3 was severed from the agenda at the request of a member of the public. Peter Straus, Manager, Service Planning, presented the staff report. PUBLIC COMMENT: Xi-Hou Xiao stated that he is a resident of the John King Senior Community and was speaking on behalf of the residents. Access to public transportation is important. Please support this change. RESOLUTION 06-102 On motion to approve Item 10.3: ADOPTED: AYES – Black, Din, Kasolas, McCray, Mezey, Nolan and Shahum (10.4) Authorizing the Executive Director/CEO to accept and expend $496,884.62 of NHTSA/OTS program funding for implementation of the School Area Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety Project. (Explanatory documents include a staff report and resolution.) (William Lieberman) This item was removed from the Consent Calendar at the request of Director Shahum. Director Shahum stated that she needed to recuse herself from voting on this matter. RESOLUTION 06-103 On motion to approve Item 10.4: ADOPTED: AYES – Black, Din, Kasolas, McCray, Mezey, and Nolan RECUSED: Shahum (10.5) Accepting the work performed under Contract No. MR-1189, Muni Metro Extension Station Enhancement Project by Stacy and Witbeck/ R & W Concrete Contractors; approving Contract Modification No 3 for a reduction of the approved contract amount by $54,502.04 to a final contract amount of $1,863,44.96; and approving contract closeout. (Explanatory documents include a staff report, resolution, contract modification and financial plan.) (Carter Rohan) Item 10.5 was removed from the agenda at the request of staff. On motion to approve the Consent Calendar (Items 10.2 N, 10.3, 10.4 and 10.5 severed): ADOPTED: AYES – Black, Din, Kasolas, McCray, Mezey, Nolan and Shahum REGULAR CALENDAR 11. Approving the framework master agreement and authorizing the Executive Director/CEO to execute Contract No. 1221, Advanced Train Control System Software, Hardware and Associated Services, with Alcatel Transport Automation for an amount not to exceed $5,000,000 and an initial term of two years with options to extend annually for an additional eight years. (Explanatory documents include a staff report, resolution, contract and financial plan.) (Carter Rohan) Patty DeVlieg, Project Manager, presented the staff report. No public comment. RESOLUTION 06-104 On motion to approve: ADOPTED: AYES – Black, Din, Kasolas, McCray, Mezey, Nolan and Shahum 12. Authorizing the Executive Director/CEO to execute the Third Amendment to the software license agreement with Fourth Dimension Traffic for software for Type 2070 Signal Traffic Controllers for a total contract amount not to exceed $726,354. (Explanatory documents include a staff report, resolution and amendment.) (Bond Yee) No public comment. RESOLUTION 06-105 On motion to approve: ADOPTED: AYES – Black, Din, Kasolas, McCray, Mezey, Nolan and Shahum 13. Approving the following traffic modifications:
Director Shahum recused herself from voting on this calendar item. RESOLUTION 06-106 On motion to approve: ADOPTED: AYES – Black, Din, Kasolas, McCray, Mezey, and Nolan RECUSED - Shahum 14. Authorizing execution of the proposed Sixth Amendment to the parking citation processing and collection services Agreement with PRWT Services; which extends the Agreement for up to two years through September 23, 2008, and increases the “not to exceed” amount from $63,125,780 to $78,983,280. (Explanatory documents include a staff report, resolution and amendment.) (Diana Hammons) No public comment. Director Kasolas requested that the resolution be amended to direct Mr. Ford to have an RFP ready by the end of November; to bring the RFP to the board at the first board meeting in December; and at that meeting, to provide timeline for the rest of the RFP process. On motion to amend the resolution to direct the Executive Director to have an Request for Proposals ready by the end of November; to bring an RFP to the Board at the first board meeting in December, and, at that time; to provide a timeline for the rest of the RFP process. ADOPTED: AYES – Black, Din, Kasolas, Mezey, Nolan and Shahum NAYES - McCray RESOLUTION 06-107 On motion to approve the resolution as amended: ADOPTED: AYES – Black, Din, Kasolas, McCray, Mezey, Nolan and Shahum 15. 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 5:43 p.m.
2. Roll Call Present:
Also present:
3. Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9 and the Administrative Code Section 67.8 (a) (3), the Municipal Transportation Agency Board will meet in Closed Session to discuss and take action on attorney‑client matters in the following case: Also present:
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL Existing Litigation: A. Elsi Baires v. CCSF, S.F. Superior Ct. #432940, filed on 7/12/04 for $600,000 RESOLUTION 06-108 On motion to approve: ADOPTED: AYES – Black, Din, Kasolas, McCray, Mezey, Nolan and Shahum B. Danielle Perez v. CCSF, SF Superior Ct. #437754 filed on 1/14/05 for $3,000,000 RESOLUTION 06-109 On motion to approve: ADOPTED: AYES – Black, Din, Kasolas, McCray, Mezey, Nolan and Shahum
4. Pursuant to Government Code Section 549567 (e) and Administrative Code Section 67.8 (a) (4), the Municipal Transportation Agency Board will meet in closed session to discuss: Also present: Marisa Espinosa, Manager, Strategic Policy Initiatives PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION: Executive Director/CEO Nathaniel P. Ford, Sr. ADJOURN CLOSED SESSION AND RECONVENE OPEN SESSION - The closed session was adjourned at 6:47 p.m. 16. Announcement of Closed Session. Chairman McCray announced that the Board met in closed session to discuss the Baires and Perez cases with the City Attorney. The Board voted unanimously to settle both cases. The board also met in closed session for a performance evaluation of the Executive Director. No action was taken on that item. 17. Motion to disclose or not disclose the information discussed in closed session. On motion to not disclose the information discussed: unanimously approved. Chairman McCray requested that Mr. Ford commended MTA staff on behalf of the board for their performance in response to the August 2nd service disruption. ADJOURN - The meeting was adjourned at 6:48 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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