Katina Staton-Sayles

The meeting included discussion of the July financials, progression of the Dispatch Renovation, Gasoline Fueling Project, GBT Connect Ridership, preventable accidents, and a recently opened capital grant. The board adopted GBT's Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan update for 2026 and authorized staff to award a contract to Gillig for the replacement of passenger seating inserts for the 2017 New Flyer Transit Buses. The board also discussed a personnel matter and authorized a salary increase for GBT's CEO, Steven DeMichele.

The meeting included an acknowledgement of the Chief Executive Officer and General Manager's commitment to training and professional development. An overview of August and September financial summaries was provided, noting that expenses were within budgeted amounts. The auditing firm, CBIZ, presented the findings of the annual audit, which reflected no deficiencies. An update was given regarding the Microtransit Pilot Program in Trumbull, the progress within the New England Tractor Trailer Training School (NETTTS), the New Flyer Project and, Dispatch Renovation Project. There was also a discussion about the increased number of meetings without a quorum and efforts to address Board vacancies.

The meeting included reports from the Chairman and Chief Financial Officer, discussing board vacancies and the October financials, which are in line with the budget. The Chief Executive Officer highlighted recruitment efforts, the performance of GBT Access and GBT Connect, and potential funding extensions for Microtransit Pilot Programs. The Board considered releasing a Request for Qualifications for A&E Services, awarding a contract for the CCTV/Swipe Access Project to Security 101, adopting updated Procurement Policies and Procedures, and adopting the updated FTA Drug and Alcohol Policy. Additionally, the 2026 Board of Commissioners Meeting Schedule was adopted.

The Equal Employment Opportunity Plan for Greater Bridgeport Transit details the organization's commitment to ensuring compliance with federal and state EEO requirements. It encompasses GBT's EEO policy statement, program implementation specifics, EEO complaint procedures, and a comprehensive analysis of employment practices. The plan identifies areas of workforce underutilization and establishes both short-term and long-term goals to address these disparities, emphasizing recruitment, promotion, and training initiatives to foster equal opportunities and prevent discrimination.