Kevin M. Bewsey

The board meeting addressed several key agenda items, including the adoption of a strategy for Measure A smart growth funds, the approval of the final budget for fiscal year 2026-2027, and a presentation from the Independent Taxpayer Oversight Committee regarding the performance compliance audit report. Discussions also covered the allocation of transit funding, the role of the oversight committee, and administrative oversight practices.

The committee reviewed the Executive Director's summary regarding current initiatives, including a countywide vehicle miles traveled program and various regional funding and safety projects. Presentations were delivered regarding public-private partnerships in Folsom and the proposed Fiscal Year 2026-27 budget. The committee also discussed Measure A capital status reports, capital contract amendments for various cities, the financial statement audit, and proposals for future audits. Additional updates were provided on I Street Bridge financing, Measure A performance and compliance audits, and an ERP system contracting update.

The Board meeting focused on presenting the draft budget for the upcoming fiscal year, highlighting key revenue assumptions, capital improvement program adjustments, and ongoing efforts to reduce unfunded liabilities. The meeting also included a public hearing regarding staff vacancies and a discussion on authorizing participation in federal funding programs through SECOG, with an emphasis on prioritizing multi-jurisdictional projects to enhance competitiveness for grant funding. Additionally, the Board discussed strategies for public transparency and strategic planning goals.

The Committee reviewed the Executive Director's summary of recent initiatives, including the I Street Bridge Replacement financing, public outreach consulting services, and highway project amendments. Discussions included the Smart Growth leveraging strategy, the review of the budget to actuals for the second quarter, and input regarding the Measure A Awards Program. The committee approved several contract extensions, received an update on the I Street Bridge financing and the Aclarian ERP system contracting, and reviewed the status of the Measure A performance and compliance audits.

The committee reviewed the Executive Director's summary of recent STA Board activities, including transportation funding subcommittee initiatives and the annual audit. The City of Elk Grove delivered a presentation on their Pavement Management Program and the utilization of Measure A funds across various traffic safety, streetscape, and infrastructure projects. The committee reviewed quarterly and status reports for Measure A, discussed the potential development of a Measure A Awards Program, and evaluated contract extensions for various city and county projects. Additionally, an update was provided regarding the I Street Bridge financing approach, with the committee providing input on the readability of associated fact sheets. Future meeting topics were identified, and members discussed strategies for implementing countywide pavement management best practices.