Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Allen Smith’s organization
Apr 23, 2019·BoardMeeting
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Dallas Area Rapid Transit Board of Directors Minutes
The board meeting included the presentation of a proclamation for National Get on Board Day and a report from the Citizens Advisory Committee. Key actions included the approval of various contracts covering court reporting services, software and hardware maintenance, propulsion system capacitors for the light rail vehicle fleet, and the purchase of remanufactured locomotives for the Trinity Railway Express. The board also approved an increase in the contract value for the TRE Valley View double tracking bridge construction and finalized service changes scheduled for August 2019. During the public comment periods, concerns were raised regarding employee seniority protocols and the utilization of transportation network companies.
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The board meeting addressed various administrative, financial, and developmental agenda items. Key actions included the approval of the FY 2024 20-Year Financial Plan and the postponement of a contract regarding the allocation of operating costs. Several contracts were awarded for Lawson maintenance, Oracle database licenses, and consolidated cleaning services for light rail vehicles and buses. Developmental progress included appointing directors to the Regional Rail Right-of-Way Company, approving a contract modification for the Silver Line Regional Rail project related to the Carrollton Multi-Modal Transit Hub, and amending a bus access agreement with the Denton County Transportation Authority. Furthermore, the Board authorized 2024 service changes and route adjustments, approved a limited waiver extension to the post-employment personnel policy for the Assistant Chief of Police, and settled litigation concerning the Silver Line Regional Rail project. A public hearing was held regarding the Silver Line Shiloh Road equipment maintenance facility, and extensive public commentary was received regarding human resources, leadership, and operational concerns.
Mar 25, 2025·BoardMeeting
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Dallas Area Rapid Transit Board of Directors Board Minutes
The Board addressed a wide range of administrative and operational items. This included holding a public hearing on service changes and establishing a General Mobility Program funded by a percentage of sales tax collections. The Board approved legislative priorities for the Texas Legislature, modifications to procurement regulations, and the settlement of a former executive's complaint. Additionally, several contracts were approved or modified, including Cisco products, GoPass application licensing, Regional Trail Phase 2 construction, a Strategic Organizational Assessment, and engineering and architectural design services. Finally, adjustments were made to the Silver Line Regional Rail Project involving bridge enhancements and interlocal agreements with the City of Richardson.
Jun 18, 2024·BoardMeeting
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Dallas Area Rapid Transit Board Of Directors Minutes
The Board of Directors discussed and acted upon various administrative and operational items. Key actions included the approval of FY 2025 performance goals for key leadership positions and the delegation of contracting authority. Several contracts were awarded, including those for ticket vending machines, bus fleet maintenance parts, and mobility management services. The Board also addressed development initiatives, such as scheduling a public hearing for fare structure amendments, executing various interlocal agreements regarding on-demand transportation and intermodal hubs, and approving real estate transactions related to rail projects. Additionally, the Board approved an employment agreement for the President and Chief Executive Officer following a closed session.
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