Kendel Haynes

This vision renewal plan outlines a strategy to transform transportation options in Tulsa, aiming to connect people to destinations and opportunities, including jobs and education, over the next 20 years. Key initiatives include the implementation of two Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) lines along Peoria Avenue and Eleventh Street, expansion of service frequency to every 30 minutes city-wide, introduction of a new destination circulator, enhancement of safety and accessibility at stops through well-lit sub-hubs, and the deployment of a smart fare payment system. The plan seeks to foster a more vibrant, connected, and competitive city by reducing household transportation costs and improving the overall quality of life for its residents.

The Board of Trustees meeting agenda included reviewing and possibly taking action on several committee reports. Finance/Budget items included reviewing and approving Financial Statements through October 31, 2025, providing information on upcoming procurements, and reviewing ridership data. Operating/Marketing items involved considering the approval for a 1-year extension with RideCo for MicroLink and LinkAssist operations, receiving a Marketing Update, and planning an Operations Building Tour. The Executive Committee agenda included discussion and possible action regarding the settlement of three pending lawsuits in Tulsa County District Court. New business was reserved for matters not reasonably foreseen prior to agenda posting. The next meeting date was scheduled for January 9, 2026.

The meeting discussed upcoming service changes, emphasizing that many adjustments are direct responses to feedback from public meetings and aim to improve service with a limited budget. Key topics included changes to microtransit services, such as the introduction of new zones in the Turle North Tulsa and Northeast Tulsa areas, and adjustments to local bus routes, including the elimination of Route 109. Route 110 will undergo geographic changes to enhance efficiency, with affected areas being serviced by microtransit. Frequency improvements are planned for Route 130 and Route 140, and timing adjustments will be made to Route 112, 114, and 320 to improve reliability.

The public meeting addressed upcoming service changes scheduled for December 7th, which exclusively impact the Microlink service. Key changes involve rezoning: Zone 6 will become Zone 2 during daytime hours (Monday through Saturday, 6:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.) but remain Zone 6 at night and on Sunday. Similarly, Zone 7 will become Zone 5 during the day but remain Zone 7 at night and on Sunday. The discussion also covered the launch of a new website design on November 14th, which emphasizes improved accessibility, screen reader compatibility, and a new real-time data tool called Etransit. Furthermore, feedback was solicited via a survey regarding bus stop redesigns and potential adjustments to the Link Assist booking window, with incentives offered for participation.

The Board of Trustees meeting agenda included committee business and reports, focusing on Finance/Budget items such as a review of Ridership data for January 2026, the MTTA Annual Audit, discussion regarding the FY2027 Budget, review and approval of Financial Statements, and an update on Upcoming Procurements. The Operating/Marketing committee item concerned the MTTA Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan. The Executive Committee agenda involved discussions and potential actions regarding settlements of four pending lawsuits in Tulsa County District Court, with possible votes to enter executive sessions for each case concerning litigation strategy. Trustees and the General Manager were also scheduled to provide general comments.