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HomeMy WebLinkAbout05-09-2013 MTC Minutes FINALAPPROVED AS AMENDED, MTC regular meeting July 11, 2012 CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO MASS TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE COUNCIL HEARING ROOM 990 PALM ST. WEDNESDAY, MAY 9, 2012 CALL TO ORDER: Chairperson Elizabeth Thyne called the meeting to order at 2:50 p.m. ROLL CALL Present: Susan Rains, Elizabeth Thyne, Art Apruzzese, Louise Justice, Jody Frey, Jean Long, and Todd Katz, Jonathan Ellis Absent Stanley Yucikas, Mayor Jan Marx, Councilmember Andrew Carter Staff: John Webster *Jody Frey arrived at 2:55 pm and Susan Rains arrived at 3:10 pm ANNOUNCEMENTS Mr. Webster announced that Mr. Yucikas would get sworn in by the City Clerk in her office, as he was unable to make the MTC meeting. PUBLIC COMMENTS There were no public comments. A. CONSENT ITEMS A-1. Approval of March 14, 2012 Regular Meeting Mr. Ellis and Ms. Long requested that the language on page 9 be amended to read “Jean Long and Jonathan Ellis had reservations regarding safety camera ability to prevent crimes.” Mr. Katz clarified that on page 10, he “suggested the fleets might consider purchasing more cost-effective vehicles” and on page 11, that the “SLOCOG has projected a 9.3% increase in sales tax revenue.” APPROVED AS AMENDED, MTC regular meeting July 11, 2012 Mr. Apruzzese moved to approve the meeting minutes as amended. Mr. Katz seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. B. DISCUSSION ITEMS B-1. Ad Hoc Committee marketing update Mr. Apruzzese presented a comprehensive outline discussing the progress of the Ad Hoc Committee, with the primary objective of attracting the choice riders. He projected the outreach/education effort to continue for 6-12 months. The MTC members were very impressed with the marketing efforts and progress. Ms. Long was concerned about the need for a scope of contract understanding between the student “agency” and the City. After much discussion, the MTC agreed that the Ad Hoc Committee should specifically address the parameters and expectations between the City and the student agency members. C. ACTION ITEMS C-1. Review and approve the meeting schedule for FY 2012-2013 Ms. Justice moved to approve the meeting schedule as presented. Mr. Katz seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. C-2. Nomination and election of officers for FY 2012-13 John Webster noted he had a call from Stanley Yucikas who indicated he would be unable to accept a nomination for another term as vice chair. Mr. Katz nominated Ms. Thyne to continue as Chair. Ms. Rains seconded the nomination. The MTC voted unanimously for Ms. Thyne to continue serving as Chair. Mr. Ellis nominated Mr. Apruzzese as Vice Chair. Ms. Justice seconded the nomination. APPROVED AS AMENDED, MTC regular meeting July 11, 2012 The MTC voted unanimously for Mr. Apruzzese to serve as Vice Chair. Lisa Woske had to leave early at 4:00 pm due to a prior appointment. Transit Manager John Webster provided the remaining minutes. D. INFORMATION ITEMS D-1. Transit Manager’s Report D-2. Operating-Performance Reports Fred Munroe from Ridership Development Consultants provided a Power Point presentation on the FTA 5317 New Freedom grant, “Expanding Transportation options in San Luis Obispo.” He noted that approximately 2,000 stakeholders were initially invited to be part of the process and 300 have participated through the first two year grant cycle that was completed on January 31, 2012. He noted a 9.9% increase in senior cash riders and a 22.8% increase in the VIP (80+) ridership over FY 2010 just prior to this grant cycle. He noted that the next cycle is looking to conduct additional marketing with new materials and is looking to get additional volunteers. Mr. Munroe also provided various handouts. The Committee comments were very positive in nature regarding the program and thanked Mr. Munroe for his hard work. The Committee also liked the new marketing materials and that they were being distributed and available at many diverse locations. Mr. Webster presented the Transit Manager’s report and a review of the performance indicators and noted that YTD ridership was up over 7% with total ridership expected to exceed 1.1 million in FY 2011-12 for the first time in SLO Transit history. MEMBER COMMENTS Mr. Webster informed the Committee that SLORTA Executive Director, Geoff Straw had offered to host the next MTC meeting on July 11th at the SLORTA facility. Mr. Webster indicated that SLO Transit would provide transportation at noon leaving from the Downtown Transit Center (DTC) with a tour of the SLO Transit facility followed by a tour of the SLORTA operations and maintenance facility and finally the regular meeting at 2:45 pm. Members comments were very positive and expressed a willingness to accept the offer. Elizabeth Thyne moved to have the July 11, 2012 meeting at the SLORTA Transit facility. Art Apruzzese seconded the motion. APPROVED AS AMENDED, MTC regular meeting July 11, 2012 The motion passed by unanimous voice vote to approve and move the July 11, 2012 meeting location. Elizabeth Thyne moved to adjourn the meeting Louise Justice seconded the motion. The motion passed by unanimous voice vote and the meeting adjourned at 4:26 p.m. to the regular meeting of July 11, 2012 to be held at 2:45 p.m. at the SLORTA Conference Room, 179 Cross Street, Suite A, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. Respectfully submitted, Lisa Woske, Recording Secretary