Delaware River Port Authority

The board meeting involved the presentation and acceptance of the General Manager's report, as well as the receipt and filing of financial documentation, including the lists of previously approved payments, purchase orders, contracts, and the balance sheet and equity statement dated December 31, 2025.

The board received public comments regarding safety and cleanliness concerns at PATCO stations, specifically concerning the presence of unhoused individuals. The board adopted a resolution to negotiate a contract with Interstate Mobile Care, Inc. for medical services including drug and alcohol testing and physical exams. Additionally, the board approved a collective bargaining agreement with Teamsters Union Local No. 676 and authorized staff to enter into pending contracts ranging between $25,000 and $100,000.

The Board meeting focused on organizational and community updates, including preparations for the Ben Franklin Bridge's 100th-anniversary celebrations and recent achievements by the police department. Key discussions involved reports on EEO metrics, procurement fairs, and various financial and contract updates. Specific agenda items included the adoption of resolutions regarding Citizens Advisory Committee membership, ethics policy amendments, and surveillance services. Furthermore, the board reviewed proposals for a comprehensive media and advertising campaign for PATCO 2026 events and considered pending contracts.

The Delaware River Port Authority's strategic workplan outlines its commitment to operational excellence and world-class stewardship in connecting communities and economies through the safe, efficient, and sustainable operation of interstate bridges and the PATCO transit line. The plan focuses on five key strategic areas: Infrastructure, Facilities & Equipment Stewardship, User & Beneficiary Satisfaction, Organizational Strength & Capacity, Efficiencies and Process Improvement, and Prudent Deployment of Resources. Its overarching goal is to strengthen organizational resilience and preserve infrastructure, assets, and culture, ensuring continued safe, effective, and sustainable operations for years to come.

The Board Meeting agenda included the CEO Report, which summarized 2025 capital investments, response to a winter storm, the 2026 safety slogan contest, and an outline of the $800 million five-year capital program. Key discussion items involved personnel actions, including new hires, temporary assignments, promotions, and retirements, as well as resolutions related to these personnel changes. The meeting addressed various contracts and purchases, such as design services for the Benjamin Franklin Bridge underpass, an NJDOT easement, property management services for One Port Center, and vehicle purchases. Finance matters included reviewing the CFO report, unaudited financial summaries, and monthly payment lists. Committee resolutions covered software license renewals, public safety car upgrades, and the Benefits Administration Modernization Project. The PATCO section of the meeting addressed similar matters including collective bargaining agreements and contract considerations.