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Jul 23, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority And Niagara Frontier Transit Metro System, Inc. Regular Meeting
The board discussed and approved several corporate resolutions, including a term agreement for roofing repairs, fuel procurement, a lawsuit settlement, and various lease and license agreements. Aviation-related business included the award of a design services contract for a new air traffic control tower at the Niagara Falls International Airport and an occupancy agreement for airfield wireless transmitters. Surface transportation reports focused on the Bus Rapid Transit corridor improvements on Bailey Avenue, approvals for various college transit pass programs, rail car brake caliper modernization, and equipment procurement.
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The committee reviewed the status of current audits and corporate compliance reporting. Financial performance for the month of June and fiscal year-to-date was discussed, noting budget variances across different business centers. The meeting included presentations on the quarterly capital project report, cash management, and status updates regarding federal and state government affairs. Grant applications submitted to the FAA for various airport projects were detailed. Human resources provided recruitment updates and scheduling information for upcoming police exams. The Annual Performance Report was reviewed, covering operational metrics, benchmarking, and improvement strategies. Additionally, updates were provided on information technology systems, cybersecurity, workplace safety statistics, risk management involving self-insurance and workers' compensation claims, and public affairs, including website, social media engagement, and media coverage.
Jul 23, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Aviation Committee Minutes
The Aviation Committee discussed updates regarding Airport Improvement Program projects, specifically passenger board bridge replacements, circulatory road rehabilitation, and terminal HVAC improvements. A proposal was reviewed to replace the Niagara Falls Air Traffic Control Tower. The committee received operational and financial reports covering Buffalo Niagara International Airport and Niagara Falls International Airport, including year-over-year revenue growth, concession performance, and parking revenue trends. Additionally, two resolutions were prepared for board consideration: the authorization to award a design services contract to Woolpert New York, LLC., and the authorization for an occupancy agreement with Saab, Inc.
The committee discussed several key operational and capital projects, including the new universal transit pass program and a light rail catenary and insulator replacement program. Updates were provided on various Metro capital projects, such as station rehabilitation, roof work, and fan/damper assessments, along with status reports on shoreline rehabilitation. Performance goals and measures were reviewed, noting positive ridership trends and operational efficiency. The meeting also covered community and stakeholder engagement efforts, including reports from advisory committees, and concluded with a transit police public safety report highlighting call volumes, arrests, and prevention activities.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
