The board meeting included multiple public comments regarding equity in health insurance costs for frontline union workers compared to management and criticism regarding the timing of employee appreciation events. The board approved the consent agenda and passed a resolution amending the fiscal year 2027 operating budget to reflect fare increases and the Pronto Live fare freeze program. Additionally, the board began a discussion on implementing an administrative penalty program for fare evasion and passenger conduct violations.
Oct 15, 2026·
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San Diego Metropolitan Transit System Board Of Directors Board Of Directors Agenda
The Board of Directors meeting addressed several key items, including contract amendments for the PRONTO fare collection system, bus brake subcomponent supplies, and security services. The board also discussed and took action on contract awards for banking services, a tooling kit for light rail vehicles, weed abatement services, and a transit planning study for Otay Mesa. Additionally, the meeting covered funding allocations for the Low Carbon Transit Operations Program, the declaration of surplus property, amendments to the FY 2027 operating budget, and the establishment of an administrative penalty program for fare evasion. Information was provided on the Comprehensive Operational Analysis (COA) update and the PRONTO LIFE project.
Oct 9, 2026·Board meeting
San Diego Metropolitan Transit System Public Security Committee Meeting Agenda
The committee discussed a proposal to enhance the Transit Security & Passenger Safety Program by contracting with the Sheriff's department to provide dedicated sworn law enforcement personnel. Furthermore, the meeting included a review of preliminary research concerning the feasibility, financial considerations, and operational challenges of implementing fare gates or other forms of controlled station access across the trolley network, accounting for the agency's existing open-station design.
Sep 17, 2026·Board meeting
MTS Board of Directors Board Meeting
The board meeting addressed non-agenda public comments concerning equipment issues, requests for bus service improvements, and labor partnership concerns. The board approved consent items, with specific recusals noted. Additionally, a presentation was provided regarding the Comprehensive Operational Analysis, which outlines two potential future scenarios: one involving service growth contingent on securing new funding, and another focused on rightsizing the transit network to maintain a balanced budget in the absence of new revenue.
