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HomeMy WebLinkAbout05-08-2013 MTC Minutes FINALCITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO MASS TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE COUNCIL HEARING ROOM 990 PALM ST. WEDNESDAY, MAY 8, 2013 FINAL MINUTES CALL TO ORDER: Chairperson Elizabeth Thyne called the meeting to order at 2:30 p.m. ROLL CALL Present: Elizabeth Thyne, James Thompson, Jody Frey, Todd Katz, Sara Sanders, Randol White, Dominique Bonino, Anthony Pinkerton, Louise Justice Absent Staff: John Webster ANNOUNCEMENTS The City Clerk swore in new members James Thompson, Sara Sanders, Randol White, Dominique Bonino, and Anthony Pinkerton PUBLIC COMMENTS There were no public comments. A. CONSENT ITEMS A-1. Approval of March 13, 2013 Regular Meeting Ms. Justice noted that she was incorrectly marked as “absent,” stating she had just arrived late. Mr. Katz moved to approve the minutes as amended. Mr. Thompson seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. B. DISCUSSION ITEMS There were no discussion items. C. ACTION ITEMS C-1. MTC Meeting Schedule for FY 2014 Mr. White moved to approve the schedule as submitted. Mr. Thompson seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. C-2. MTC Election of Officers for FY 2014 Ms. Justice nominated Ms. Thyne as returning Chairperson. Mr. Katz seconded the nomination. There were no other nominations. Ms. Thyne was unanimously elected Chairperson. Ms. Thyne nominated Mr. Katz as Vice Chairperson. Ms. Justice seconded the nomination. There were no other nominations. Mr. Katz was unanimously elected Vice Chairperson. D. INFORMATION ITEMS D-1. Transit Manager’s Report D-2. Operating-Performance Reports Mr. Webster presented highlight discussion on the reports as presented, as well as outlining additional ridership data. He reported a concern about the Cal Poly ridership being down from the high rate of riders last year. He stated staff was monitoring the situation and working with Cal Poly representatives for the fall 2013 Week of Welcome (WOW) Ms. Justice asked what happens when riders board with an expired pass. Mr. Webster discussed the over/under payment system and the discretion drivers had in a given situation. She also reported that the fare box system had been down over the weekend. John Guyton, First Transit, clarified the issues and reiterated a commitment of capturing all fare box revenue. Mr. Webster discussed in specific:  Ridership and Performance Reports  Vehicle Replacement Updates  Transit Facility Safety and Security Project  Bus Stop Improvement Project  Bus Stop Safety and Security Project  SLO Transit Automatic Passenger Counter  New Freedom FTA 5317 Grant  Downtown Transit Center Study  Joint RTA/SLO Transit Short Range Transit Plan  April Ridership and Fuel Tables He also discussed marketing budget and campaigns. Ms. Thyne requested that a light be installed at the Laurel/Orcutt shelter. Mr. Webster indicated that staff would evaluation the location to see if a solar light could be installed when funding is available. Mr. Katz noted there were often altercations taking place at the same stop. Mr. Pinkerton outlined some of the restrictions and rules that were enforced at the Maxine Lewis Shelter, whose many clients use the Laurel/Orcutt Shelter. MEMBER COMMENTS Mr. Thompson asked if there was cheaper gas purchasing available. Mr. Webster stated the only less expensive option would be to buy in bulk and store locally, which the City was unable to do. He also indicated that the majority of the transit fuel purchases were diesel fuel. Each new member briefly introduced themselves and discussed their background. The meeting adjourned at 3:55 p.m. to the regular meeting of July 10, 2013 to be held at 2:30 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Lisa Woske, Recording Secretary APPROVED BY THE MASS TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE: 07/10/2013