Raymond Rosen

The board addressed several resolutions, including the adoption of a Non-Revenue Vehicle Safety Policy, the certification of the local match for state operating financial assistance, and the filing of a public transportation capital application for the upcoming fiscal year. Additionally, the board approved and adopted various workplace safety programs, procedures, and forms to ensure regulatory compliance and operational safety.

The Board meeting included several key presentations and actions. The Board reviewed the 2027 Budget Presentation and the Management Work Plan for fiscal year 2026-2027, both of which were subsequently adopted. Other resolutions approved by the Board included authorizing a contract for bus pre-award and post-delivery Buy America audits and quality inspections, and authorizing a sole source contract for Ecolane API access to support the call center AI. Additionally, the Board received an Equal Employment Opportunity Program update and reviewed public comments regarding the redevelopment of the Lemoyne Transfer Center, including discussions on infrastructure, safety, and transit connectivity.

The board meeting focused on the election of officers for the 2026-2027 term, resulting in the appointment of a new Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, Secretary, and Treasurer.

The board discussed and took action on several resolutions, including recognizing a long-term employee, awarding contracts for an AI Voice Front Door system, enterprise resource planning software, and door additions at the Zarfoss facility. Additionally, the board approved revisions to the hiring and maintenance of essential requirements and employment qualifications policy, and adopted amendments to the purchasing and procurement manual to better align with federal standards and internal controls.

The committee meeting included a presentation on the Regional Human Services Transportation plan, focusing on needs for elderly and disabled residents and soliciting feedback. Discussions also addressed the committee's potential name change to better reflect its commitment to all riders while retaining 'Advisory' and 'SRTA.' Members received updates regarding federal and state budget timelines, the Statewide Independent Living Council, and status reports on the Capital Region Facility land transfer and the Rabbit Works van pool program. The committee reviewed performance metrics from December, including ridership data, call center statistics, and complaint trends, alongside a comprehensive summary of current administrative and driver staffing vacancies across multiple serviced counties.