Dawn Williams-Woodson

The board discussed and approved a wide range of administrative and operational items, including the extension of the Compressed Natural Gas Hedging Program, amendments to the FY2009 budget, and various research service contracts. Key project actions included increasing life-of-project budgets for division improvements, purchasing wheel sets and bus batteries, and awarding design-build contracts for data center and power substation improvements. The board also addressed state and federal legislative positions, authorized the purchase of All-Risk property insurance, and reviewed various motions regarding transit access pass (TAP) operations, the Sepulveda Pass widening project, and infrastructure assistance for the City of El Monte. Additionally, the board approved a settlement related to pending litigation.

The board discussed and acted on numerous items, including contract approvals for weed abatement, environmental engineering services, traction power system installation, and design services for the Metro Red Line. Key policy actions included the approval of the Bus System Improvement Plan (BSIP) 2020 Vision, amendments to the SCRRA Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement, and the execution of a Master Modification Agreement for the Grand Central Square Project. The board also handled the purchase of CNG buses, established new procurement policies for unsolicited proposals, and approved a transportation services expansion pilot program. Additionally, the board adopted the 1997 Congestion Management Program, conducted a closed session regarding real property negotiations and labor settlements, and approved various construction contract amendments and maintenance facility modifications under committee authority.

The Board of Directors held a closed session to conduct a conference with a labor negotiator concerning the Amalgamated Transit Union and the United Transportation Union. No report was issued following the session.

The Board discussed various real estate and litigation settlements, including compensation for Pasadena Blue Line parcels. Key items addressed included the design and construction of a radio communications retrofit, approval of various construction contracts and change orders for transit projects, and adoption of bicycle master plans. The Board also discussed the FY 1996 budget, budget amendments related to transit police and legislative advocacy contracts, and eminent domain actions for the Metro Red Line. Additionally, the Board examined construction policies and quality assurance procedures for ongoing transit corridor projects and authorized lease agreements for office space.

The board approved various consent items including maintenance agreements with Caltrans, non-competitive gift certificate purchases, and the award of construction inspection contracts. Key discussions involved the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program practices, the development of Fuel Cell power systems for the ATTB project, and the status of the San Fernando Valley Trust Fund. Additionally, the board approved benefit service contracts for the upcoming calendar year, increased expenditure authorization for transit station construction, and budget amendments related to workers' compensation. During a closed session, the board appointed a new Board Secretary and approved a legal settlement.