Ali Showkatian

The agenda for this session included a call to order, roll call, a public comment period, and the main Strategic Planning Session, followed by adjournment. The document also provides instructions regarding public comment limitations (two minutes per speaker) and procedures for requesting disability accommodations.

Key discussions and actions taken during the meeting included the introduction of Foothill Transit Business Partners. Consent calendar items involved receiving and filing the Procurement Monthly Report for January 2026. The regular agenda featured a recommendation to authorize the Chief Executive Officer to award the City of West Covina $350,000 for the Bus Stop Enhancement Program, focusing on improving bus stops near the Administrative Building. The board also entered into two closed sessions to discuss real property negotiations regarding a property in Covina and another parcel identified by APN: 8265-004-041, concerning price and terms negotiation.

The meeting agenda covered several items including presentations on Foothill Transit Business Partners, Contractors' Employee Recognition, and Employee Years of Service Recognition. The Consent Calendar included receiving and filing December 2025 Financial Statements and Investment Summary, the Fiscal Year 2026 Second Quarter Key Performance Indicators Report, and the Fiscal Year 2026 Second Quarter Budget Update. Regular Agenda items included an update on the Rose Bowl Service, notification of the Cluster 4 Special Election, an update on Fuel Technology, and an overview of the American Bus Benchmarking Group (ABBG) and Foothill Transit's involvement. Performance review indicated that Foothill Transit achieved six out of eight key performance indicator goals for the Second Quarter of Fiscal Year 2026, with particular focus on safety, schedule adherence, and maintenance reliability.

The Executive Board Meeting agenda covered several key areas. Presentations included an introduction of Foothill Transit Business Partners and Contractors' Employee Recognition. The Consent Calendar involved receiving and filing the October 2024 Financial Statements and Investment Summary, the December 2024 Procurement Monthly Report, and the Fiscal Year 2024 Annual Comprehensive Financial Audit Report Results. The Regular Agenda items focused on receiving and filing a report on First Public Hydrogen (FPH), authorizing a Subrecipient Agreement with ARCHES, receiving legislative updates, recommending the adoption of increased frequency for Line 492 based on pilot outreach results, and receiving an update on the Cal Poly Pomona Mobility Hub Project. Furthermore, the October 2024 Financial Statements indicated that fare revenues were up 6.12 percent compared to budget year-to-date, and operating costs were $4.18 million less than budget through October 2024. The FY2024 audit confirmed no deficiencies and noted a decrease in net position by $18,204,610, primarily due to depreciation and vehicle retirement. The December 2024 Procurement Report noted three contract awards over $100,000 but below the $250,000 threshold.

The meeting included presentations on Foothill Transit Business Partners and Contractors' Employee Recognition. Key agenda items involved receiving and filing the December 2024 Financial Statements and Investment Summary, which detailed asset allocation and revenue performance, including fare revenue growth and the status of American Rescue Plan funds. The board also received and filed the Fiscal Year 2025 Second Quarter Budget Update, noting the organization was under budget year-to-date, primarily in Purchased Transportation and Fuel, while capital expenditures related to the purchase of hydrogen fuel cell and zero-emission double-deck buses progressed. Furthermore, the board received notification of the Cluster 3 Special Election scheduled for March 28, 2025, and authorized the Chief Executive Officer to adopt increased frequency for Line 492 based on public outreach results. Legislative updates regarding the continuing resolution extending federal spending were also presented.