Rhode Island Public Transit Authority Board Of Directors Board Meeting
The Board of Directors meeting addressed several key business items, including the election of officers and the consideration of draft meeting minutes. The CEO report highlighted key initiatives, employee achievements, ridership data, and safety events. A major agenda item involved the potential approval of a five-year tire lease contract with Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations LLC. Additionally, the Board engaged in discussions regarding board questions and an executive session to address matters pertaining to collective bargaining, litigation, and security.
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The meeting featured a public comment session covering topics such as promoting ridership, restoration of fixed routes, funding support, infrastructure repairs at Kennedy Plaza, and snow/ice removal. The CEO provided a performance report on ridership, on-time performance, and budget data. Strategic initiatives discussed included an employee survey, fare efficiency study recommendations, and a flex-on-demand pilot program. The Board authorized the award of a contract for a transit data software platform and approved an amendment to the snow and ice removal contract.
Feb 26, 2026·Board meeting
Rhode Island Public Transit Authority Board Of Directors Board Of Directors Meeting
The Board discussed and received updates on several strategic initiatives, including the development of a new strategic plan, fare policy adjustments, the transition of Flex service zones to an on-demand model, and upcoming improvements to the RIde paratransit program. The Board also reviewed and considered for approval the award of a contract to Swiftly for a transit analytics software platform to enhance operational data and passenger information services.
