Doran J. Barnes

The board meeting agenda included various presentations, such as a report from the Transit Security Administration, recognition of business partners, and employee service and performance acknowledgments. The board received and filed financial statements and investment summaries through February 2026, as well as key performance indicators. Discussions covered the results of a cluster special election, upcoming election notifications, an update on the financial forecast for the upcoming fiscal year, and a request to conduct a public hearing regarding proposed changes to commuter express services. Additionally, the meeting addressed bus roadeo results.

The board meeting covered several critical items, including the procurement of CNG fueling station upgrades and maintenance services, the renewal of an agreement for general legal services, and an amendment to a lease for commercial space at the Covina Transit Center. Key discussions also addressed the Financial Stability Policy update for FY2027, a transportation fund exchange with the City of San Gabriel, an amendment to the duartEbus service agreement regarding bus retirement, and the review of the Title VI Monitoring Report. Additionally, the board considered proposed revisions to mission and vision statements, fare revenue trends, and authorization to retire specific electric bus models.

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.