Andre Welsh

The Board of Directors approved Resolution 2526.108, which authorizes the execution of a Purchase and Sale Agreement with the State of Connecticut Department of Transportation.

The board discussed a facility update covering project design milestones, property transfer, utility coordination, and environmental remediation. Resolutions were passed to authorize the filing of the PTASP and the approval of the FY2027 annual agency budget. The meeting included the acceptance of quarterly operations and treasurer reports. Departmental reports were presented, covering human resources turnover rates, procurement initiatives including SBE/MBE goals and audit services, safety department testing results and accident trends, facility maintenance repairs, and fleet maintenance updates regarding vehicle fuel efficiency and new acquisitions. The executive director provided an overview of recent submissions, insurance reviews, and preparation for an upcoming triennial review.

The committee reviewed the finalization of the National Transit Database submission and upcoming preparations for the FTA triennial review. Discussions included rising insurance costs, facility design progress for the new property, and feedback from the recent Rider's Forum regarding the Encompass Program. The committee also covered participation in various regional legislative and transit district meetings, specifically addressing concerns over potential funding shortfalls, reclassification of transit districts regarding paid family leave, and legislative proposals concerning safety committees and equipment requirements.

The Board of Directors meeting addressed several resolutions, including Municipal Town Dues for FY 2027, authorizing the Executive Director to enter into FTA Grant Agreements, authorizing an Authorized Officer to enter into ConnDOT Grant Agreements, and approving the revision of The Connecticut Drug And Alcohol Testing Consortium Drug And Alcohol Testing Policy. Reports were received on Quarterly Operations and Quarterly Treasurer's Reports, which were accepted. Departmental reports covered Capital and Procurement, highlighting vehicle procurement and upcoming RFPs for Financial Auditing Services and Paratransit Software. HR reported on Medicare Credible Coverage letters and employee events. Updates were also provided on Safety and Security, Facility Maintenance, and Fleet Maintenance. The Executive Director reported on facility progress, various meetings attended in preceding months, ongoing committee participation, and agency recruitment efforts. An update was also shared regarding the Executive Committee meeting of December 10, 2025.

The meeting included the presentation and acceptance of the Quarterly Operations Report and Quarterly Treasurer's Report. Highlights of the HR, Procurement, Safety and Security, Facility Maintenance, and Fleet reports were shared. The Executive Director updated the Board on the Triennial Review process and progress, commending staff for their efforts in meeting FTA requirements. Issues with State matching grant funding payments and collaboration with CTDOT to resolve the issues were discussed. Discussions also took place regarding the next steps for the new property and facility and vehicle electrification.