Metropolitan Transportation Commission public meetings in 2023

Bay Area Toll Authority

The Bay Area Toll Authority will consider approving a design immunity resolution for the I-580 Richmond-San Rafael Bridge Access Improvement Project Construction Package B2, and will review the Regional Measure 3 (RM3) annual report to the Legislature. The agenda also includes approval of the November 15, 2023 meeting minutes. Public comment is invited via Zoom, phone, or email.

• BATA Resolution No. 173: Design Immunity for I-580 Richmond-San Rafael Bridge Access Improvement Project, Construction Package B2
• Regional Measure 3 (RM3) Annual Report to Legislature
• Approval of November 15, 2023 meeting minutes

The Bay Area Toll Authority approved the Consent Calendar and the Regional Measure 3 Annual Report to the Legislature. Actions included granting design immunity for a specific construction package on the I-580 Richmond-San Rafael Bridge.

• Approved November 15, 2023 meeting minutes (13-0)
• Approved BATA Resolution No. 173 for I-580 Richmond-San Rafael Bridge Access Improvement Project Construction Package B2 design immunity (13-0)
• Approved Regional Measure 3 (RM3) Annual Report to Legislature (13-0)

Bay Area Infrastructure Financing Authority

The Bay Area Infrastructure Financing Authority is meeting to approve minutes, review unaudited financial statements, and consider a resolution delegating approval of Solano I-80 Express Lanes toll system design plans. The agenda is largely routine, with no major policy decisions or public hearings scheduled.

• Approval of October 25, 2023 meeting minutes
• FY 2023-24 unaudited revenues and expenses for period ended September 30, 2023
• Resolution No. 51: Solano I-80 Express Lanes toll system design plans approval delegation

Bay Area Headquarters Authority

The Bay Area Headquarters Authority is meeting to approve consent calendar items, including a contract amendment for property management services and a new furniture procurement contract. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the September 27, 2023 meeting. No other substantive business is listed.

• Contract amendment with Cushman & Wakefield of California, Inc. for property management services, $1,540,423.50
• Purchase order contract with AAA Business Supplies & Interiors for furniture procurement, $500,000
• Approval of minutes from September 27, 2023 meeting

Metropolitan Transportation Commission

The Metropolitan Transportation Commission is deciding on several funding allocations for regional transit and infrastructure. The body is also discussing a potential 2026 regional transportation revenue measure and updating the 2024 Regional Transportation Improvement Program.

• Approval of a Short-Term Financial Plan to release $1.1 billion in TIRCP and ZETCP funding
• Allocation of $16.8 million in Regional Measure 3 capital funds to STA, AC Transit, and SFMTA
• Adoption of the $11.7 million FY2023-24 Regional Measure 3 Operating Program
• Allocation of $13.3 million to WETA and MTC for transit operations and capital projects
• Programming of $226 million in new projects for the 2024 Regional Transportation Improvement Program

The Commission approved a Regional Short-Term Financial Plan to secure $1.1 billion in state funding for transit and rail projects. Other key actions included approving $226 million in new programming for the 2024 Regional Transportation Improvement Program and adopting a charter for the Regional Network Management Council.

• Approved Regional Short-Term Financial Plan for SB 125 to release $1.1B in funding (14-0)
• Adopted 2024 RTIP Policies and Procedures totaling $226M in new programming (14-0)
• Adopted Regional Network Management Council Charter with requirement for quarterly reports (14-0)
• Approved $11.7M FY2023-24 Regional Measure 3 Operating Program (16-0)
• Allocated $16.8M in RM3 capital funds to STA, AC Transit, and SFMTA (16-0)
• Allocated $13.3M in STA and RM3 funds to WETA and MTC (16-0)
• Approved revisions to Housing Incentive Pool and OBAG 3 compliance requirements (11-3)
• Adopted Resolution No. 4627 expressing appreciation for Carol Kuester (15-0)

Regional Network Management Council

The Regional Network Management Council is meeting to approve its governing charter and the FY 2023-24 and 2024-25 Work Plan. The body will also receive an update on regional transit priority efforts to improve speed and reliability.

• Endorsement of the Regional Network Management Council Charter
• Approval of the FY 2023-24 and 2024-25 Work Plan
• Update on Transit Transformation Action Plan and Regional Transit Priority Efforts

The Regional Network Management Council endorsed its official charter and approved the FY 2023-24 and 2024-25 Work Plan. The council also approved the minutes from the November 27, 2023 meeting.

• Approved November 27, 2023 meeting minutes (9-0)
• Endorsed the Regional Network Management Council Charter (9-0)
• Approved FY 2023-24 and 2024-25 Work Plan (10-0)

Policy Advisory Council

The Policy Advisory Council is meeting to receive an update on the Plan Bay Area 2050+ Draft Blueprint, including growth geographies and strategies. The body will also open nominations for the 2024-2025 Council Chair and Vice Chair.

• Plan Bay Area 2050+ Draft Blueprint update on strategies and growth geographies
• Opening of nominations for 2024-2025 Policy Advisory Council Chair and Vice Chair
• Approval of October 27, 2023 meeting minutes

The Council unanimously approved the meeting minutes from October 27, 2023. The remainder of the meeting consisted of informational reports and discussions, including an update on the Plan Bay Area 2050+ Draft Blueprint.

• Approved October 27, 2023 Meeting Minutes (19-0)

Policy Advisory Council Equity & Access Subcommittee

The Policy Advisory Council Equity & Access Subcommittee will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and receive an information report. The report focuses on progress regarding Action 22 of the Transformation Action Plan, specifically the One-Seat Ride Pilot Program.

• Approval of the September 22, 2023, meeting minutes
• Progress report on Transformation Action Plan Action 22: One-Seat Ride Pilot Program

Programming and Allocations Committee

The Programming and Allocations Committee is reviewing a short-term financial plan to secure $1.1 billion in state transit funding. The body is also discussing updates to the 2024 Regional Transportation Improvement Program and various fund allocations for regional transit operations.

• Approval of a Short-Term Financial Plan to release $1.1 billion in TIRCP and ZETCP funding
• Updates to the 2024 Regional Transportation Improvement Program totaling $226 million
• Public hearing on reassigning $16.7 million in Regional Measure 3 funds, including a shift to Solano I-80 Express Lanes
• Allocation of $13.3 million in FY2023-24 funds to WETA and MTC for transit operations
• Allocation of $16.8 million in Regional Measure 3 capital funds to Solano Transportation Authority, AC Transit, and SFMTA

The Committee unanimously approved a series of funding allocations, including $11.7 million for the RM3 Operating Program and $13.3 million for transit operations via WETA. It also referred a short-term financial plan to the Commission to unlock $1.1 billion in state funding and approved $226 million in new programming for the 2024 RTIP.

• Approved $13.3M for WETA and MTC transit operations and capital projects
• Approved $16.8M in RM3 capital funds for STA, AC Transit, and SFMTA
• Approved $11.7M FY2023-24 Regional Measure 3 (RM3) Operating Program
• Approved RM3 amendments to redirect $16.7M to Solano I-80 Express Lanes
• Referred SB 125 Short-Term Financial Plan to Commission to release $1.1B in funding
• Referred $226M in new programming for the 2024 RTIP to the Commission
• Referred updates to Housing Incentive Pool and OBAG 3 compliance to the Commission
• Approved $4.9M reprogramming for SFCTA’s Yerba Buena Island Multi-Use Path

Administration Committee

The Administration Committee is meeting to approve several contracts for transit passenger surveys and the StreetSaver program. The body will also consider a revised resolution regarding an operational advance for ABAG.

• StreetSaver training contracts: Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory ($287,975) and Nichols Consulting Engineers CHTD ($287,975)
• Transit Passenger Survey contracts: ETC Institute for BART ($900,000) and Resource Systems Group, Inc. for Caltrain ($300,000)
• Market Research Support contract amendment: EMC Research, Inc. ($350,500)
• MTC Resolution No. 4358, Revised: ABAG Operational Advance for Liquidity and Cash Flow

The Committee approved the consent agenda, which included multiple contract actions for transit surveys and the StreetSaver® program. A revised resolution for an ABAG operational advance was also approved.

• Approved November 8, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved StreetSaver® Training and Guidance contracts for Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory ($287,975) and Nichols Consulting Engineers CHTD ($287,975)
• Approved BART Transit Passenger Survey contract for ETC Institute ($900,000)
• Approved Caltrain Transit Passenger Survey contract for Resource Systems Group, Inc. ($300,000)
• Approved Market Research Support contract amendment for EMC Research, Inc. ($350,500)
• Approved MTC Resolution No. 4358, Revised, for ABAG Operational Advance for Liquidity and Cash Flow

Bay Area Toll Authority Oversight Committee

The committee is meeting to approve several administrative and infrastructure items, including a contract for tolling services and design immunity for a bridge project. The body will also review the FY 2023-24 unaudited statement of revenues and expenses and an annual report to the Legislature.

• Contract for Regional Tolling Infrastructure Maintenance Services with Yunex LLC for $16,500,000
• BATA Resolution No. 173 regarding design immunity for I-580 Richmond-San Rafael Bridge Access Improvement Project Construction Package B2
• Approval of the Regional Measure 3 (RM3) Annual Report to Legislature
• Review of FY 2023-24 BATA Statement of Revenues and Expenses for the period ended October 31, 2023

The Committee approved a contract for regional tolling infrastructure maintenance and a design immunity resolution for the I-580 Richmond-San Rafael Bridge. The Regional Measure 3 annual report to the Legislature was also approved.

• Approved Regional Tolling Infrastructure Maintenance Services contract with Yunex LLC for $16,500,000 (6-0)
• Approved BATA Resolution No. 173 for Design Immunity for I-580 Richmond-San Rafael Bridge Access Improvement Project Construction Package B2 (6-0)
• Approved Regional Measure 3 (RM3) Annual Report to Legislature (6-0)
• Approved November 8, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)

ABAG POWER Board of Directors

The ABAG POWER Board of Directors is meeting to review fiscal year 2022-23 audited financial statements and elect leadership for 2024. The board will consider admitting new members from the School Project for Utility Rate Reduction and modifying working capital deposit requirements.

• Resolution 23-05 to admit members of the School Project for Utility Rate Reduction (SPURR) as new members
• Resolution 23-06 to increase natural gas program working capital deposits from 2.0 to 3.0 months of estimated expenses
• Acceptance of audited financial statements and reports for Fiscal Year 2022-23
• Election of Chair, Vice Chair, and Executive Committee for Calendar Year 2024
• Approval of the Calendar Year 2024 meeting schedule

Bay Area Regional Collaborative

The Bay Area Regional Collaborative is meeting to receive updates from member agencies and the executive director. The board is discussing the development of a Memorandum of Understanding regarding regional sea level rise and coastal flooding governance.

• Approval of the 2024 BARC Governing Board Meeting Schedule
• Discussion on a Memorandum of Understanding for regional sea level rise and coastal flooding governance
• Approval of September 15, 2023 meeting minutes
• Executive director updates from BAAQMD, BCDC, Caltrans District Four, and the State Coastal Conservancy

The Governing Board approved the minutes from September 15, 2023, and the meeting schedule for 2024. The session included reports from member agencies and an update on sea level rise governance.

• Approved BARC Governing Board Minutes of September 15, 2023 (9-1-5)
• Approved 2024 BARC Governing Board Meeting Schedule (9-6)

ABAG Administrative Committee

The ABAG Administrative Committee and MTC Planning Committee are holding a joint meeting. The body is deciding on grant awards for transportation and conservation projects.

• Approval of $960,000 in Active Transportation Technical Assistance grants for Complete Streets Policy and the Active Transportation Network
• Approval to release a Call for Projects for the Priority Conservation Area (PCA) Grant Program

The MTC Planning Committee approved technical assistance grants for active transportation and authorized a call for projects for the Priority Conservation Area Grant Program. The ABAG Administrative Committee approved its November 3, 2023, summary minutes.

• Approved $960,000 for Active Transportation Technical Assistance grants
• Approved release of Call for Projects for the Priority Conservation Area Grant Program
• Approved ABAG Administrative Committee Summary Minutes of November 3, 2023 (7-0)
• Approved MTC Planning Committee Minutes of November 3, 2023

Regional Network Management Committee

The Regional Network Management Committee is meeting to approve a charter and a two-year work plan for the Regional Network Management Council. The body is also reviewing several Clipper program contracts and a transit transformation status update.

• Draft Regional Network Management Council Charter and FY 2023-25 Work Plan
• Clipper BayPass Pilot Program partnership agreement with UCSF ($4,830,000)
• Clipper price adjustment for Cubic Transportation Systems, Inc. ($900,000)
• Clipper annual audit contract change order for Cubic Transportation Systems, Inc. ($210,000)
• Transit Transformation Action Plan (TAP) two-year status update

The Committee unanimously approved the referral of the Regional Network Management (RNM) Council Charter to the Commission for adoption. It also approved several Clipper program contract amendments and a partnership agreement for a BayPass pilot program.

• Approved referral of MTC Resolution No. 4622: RNM Council Charter to the Commission (7-0)
• Approved Clipper Contract Change Order for SSAE 18 Annual Audit with Cubic ($210,000) (7-0)
• Approved Clipper Contract Change Order for price adjustments FY 2021-22 to 2023-24 with Cubic ($900,000) (7-0)
• Approved Clipper BayPass Pilot Program partnership agreement with UCSF ($4,830,000) (7-0)
• Approved minutes of the November 3, 2023 meeting (7-0)

Joint MTC ABAG Legislation Committee

The Joint MTC ABAG Legislation Committee is reviewing voter opinions on potential transportation funding measures and a potential 2026 regional revenue measure. The body is also receiving legislative updates from Washington, D.C. and planning 2024 advocacy trips to Sacramento and Washington, D.C.

• Voter Survey Report by EMC Research, Inc. regarding transportation funding priorities
• Update on a potential 2026 regional transportation revenue measure
• Washington, D.C. Legislative Update from Summit Strategies
• Planning for 2024 Sacramento and Washington, D.C. legislative advocacy trips
• Approval of November 3, 2023 meeting minutes

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the November 3, 2023 meeting. The remainder of the session consisted of informational reports regarding legislative updates and regional transportation funding surveys.

• Approved Joint MTC ABAG Legislation Committee Minutes of the November 3, 2023 Meeting (12-0)

Joint MTC Planning Committee with the ABAG Administrative Committee

The Joint MTC Planning Committee and ABAG Administrative Committee are meeting to approve funding for transportation and conservation projects. The body will decide on technical assistance awards and the release of a grant call for conservation areas.

• Approval of $960,000 in Active Transportation Technical Assistance grants for Complete Streets Policy and the Active Transportation Network
• Approval to release a Call for Projects for the Priority Conservation Area (PCA) Grant Program

The MTC Planning Committee approved grants for active transportation and authorized a call for projects for the Priority Conservation Area Grant Program. The ABAG Administrative Committee approved its previous meeting minutes.

• Approved $960,000 in Active Transportation Technical Assistance grants (7-0)
• Approved release of Call for Projects for the Priority Conservation Area Grant Program (7-0)
• Approved MTC Planning Committee minutes from November 3, 2023 (7-0)
• Approved ABAG Administrative Committee summary minutes from November 3, 2023

Bay Area Infrastructure Financing Authority Network and Operations Committee

The Bay Area Infrastructure Financing Authority Network and Operations Committee is meeting to approve the minutes of its November 3, 2023 meeting and to consider a resolution delegating approval of the Solano Interstate 80 (I-80) Express Lanes toll system design plans. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with public comment and scheduling of the next meeting.

• Approval of November 3, 2023 meeting minutes
• BAIFA Resolution No. 51: Solano I-80 Express Lanes toll system design plans approval delegation

The Committee unanimously approved the Consent Calendar, which included the minutes from the November 3, 2023 meeting. The Committee also approved BAIFA Resolution No. 51 regarding the Solano Interstate 80 (I-80) Express Lanes Toll System Design Plans Approval Delegation.

• Approved November 3, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved BAIFA Resolution No. 51 for Solano I-80 Express Lanes Toll System Design Plans Approval Delegation (6-0)

Clipper Executive Board

The Clipper Executive Board will vote on two contract change orders with Cubic Transportation Systems totaling $1.11 million, approve the 2024 meeting calendar, and receive updates on Clipper system implementation and operations. The meeting is scheduled for November 27, 2023, at the Bay Area Metro Center in San Francisco.

• Approve $900,000 price adjustment for Clipper contract with Cubic for FYs 2021-2024
• Approve $210,000 change order for SSAE 18 audit for FY 2023-24 with Cubic
• Approve proposed 2024 Clipper Executive Board meeting calendar
• Receive update on Clipper schedule, implementation, and deployment (Next Generation Clipper)
• Receive update on current Clipper operations and performance

The Board unanimously approved the 2024 meeting calendar and a consent calendar containing contract change orders for Cubic Transportation Systems, Inc. The meeting also included updates on the Next Generation Clipper System (C2) and current system performance.

• Approved October 23, 2023 meeting minutes (9-0)
• Approved $900,000 price adjustment for Cubic Transportation Systems, Inc. for FYs 2021-2022 to 2023-2024 (9-0)
• Approved $210,000 contract change order for Clipper Program SSAE 18 Audit for FY 2023-24 (9-0)
• Approved 2024 Clipper Executive Board meeting calendar (9-0)

Regional Network Management Council

The Regional Network Management Council is meeting to elect a Chair and Vice Chair. The council will also review a proposed charter for operating procedures and a draft work plan for fiscal years 2023-24 and 2024-25.

• Election of RNM Council Chair and Vice Chair
• Review of proposed Regional Network Management Council Charter
• Review of draft Regional Network Management Council FY 2023-24 and 2024-25 Work Plan

The Regional Network Management Council elected its leadership for the term. The Council also received a presentation on a proposed charter and draft work plan for fiscal years 2023-24 and 2024-25.

• Elected Robert Powers as Chair (11-0)
• Elected April Chan as Vice Chair (11-0)

ABAG Executive Board

The ABAG Executive Board will vote on several items, including the suballocation of $4 million in Regional Early Action Planning Grants (REAP 2.0) to eight county planning collaboratives, approval of the BAHFA Business Plan Equity Framework and Funding Programs, and multiple contracts for energy and water projects. The board will also hear reports on Plan Bay Area 2050+ and adopt resolutions on priority sites and the FY 2023-24 operating budget amendment.

• Suballocation of REAP 2.0 funds: Alameda County $493,000, Contra Costa County $657,000, Marin County $490,000, Napa/Sonoma $526,000, San Francisco $128,000, San Mateo County $690,000, Santa Clara County $526,000, Solano $490,000
• Approval of BAHFA Business Plan Equity Framework and Funding Programs
• BayREN contract with Arup US, Inc. not to exceed $594,499 for Bay Area Existing Building Study
• BayREN contract amendment with Grounded Research and Consulting, LLC not to exceed $228,513
• Funding agreement with SFPUC for San Francisco Zoo Recycled Water Pipeline Project in the amount of $538,051.00

The ABAG Executive Board approved several energy network contracts, a budget amendment, and the adoption of Priority Sites. The board also suballocated REAP 2.0 housing funding to various county planning collaboratives and approved the BAHFA Business Plan Equity Framework.

• Approved BayREN contract with Arup US, Inc. up to $594,499 (21-0)
• Approved BayREN contract amendment with Grounded Research and Consulting, LLC up to $228,513 (21-0)
• Approved agreement with San Mateo Resource Conservation District for $440,000 (21-0)
• Approved SFPUC funding agreement for San Francisco Zoo Recycled Water Pipeline Project for $538,051 (21-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 15-2023 for Priority Sites Approval (21-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 11-2023, Revised, for FY 2023-24 Operating Budget Amendment (21-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 16-2023 suballocating REAP 2.0 funding to county planning collaboratives (21-0)
• Approved BAHFA Business Plan Equity Framework and Funding Programs (21-0)

ABAG ACFA Governing Board

The ABAG ACFA Governing Board will meet to approve the minutes from May 18, 2023, and to review and approve the financial statements and audit reports for the Advancing California Finance Authority (ACFA) and ABAG Finance Authority for Nonprofit Corporations (ABAG FAN) for fiscal year 2022-23. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of ACFA Governing Board minutes from May 18, 2023
• Review and approval of FY 2022-23 financial statements and audit reports for ACFA and ABAG FAN
• Presentation by Grace Martinez (MTC) and Kathy Lai (Crowe LLP) on audit results

The ACFA Governing Board approved the May 18, 2023 meeting minutes. The Board also accepted the FY 2022-23 financial statements for the Advancing California Finance Authority and ABAG Finance Authority for Nonprofit Corporations.

• Approved ACFA Governing Board Minutes of May 18, 2023 (3-0)
• Accepted ACFA and ABAG FAN Financial Statements and Accompanying Reports for FY 2022-23 (3-0)
• Reappointed Crowe LLP for the FY 2024 audit (3-0)

ABAG Finance Committee

The ABAG Finance Committee is meeting to review and recommend action on several financial items, including the FY 2023-24 operating budget amendment, the FY 2022-23 financial statements and audit, and unaudited investment and revenue/expense reports. The committee will also consider the San Francisco Bay Trail financial statements and approve prior meeting minutes. These items are being referred to the ABAG Executive Board for final approval.

• Resolution No. 11-2023, Revised: FY 2023-24 ABAG Operating Budget Amendment for referral to Executive Board
• FY 2022-23 ABAG Financial Statements and Single Audit report
• ABAG Investments report for period ended September 30, 2023 (unaudited)
• San Francisco Bay Trail Financial Statements for year ended June 30, 2023 (unaudited)
• Approval of September 21, 2023 Finance Committee minutes

The ABAG Finance Committee approved the consent calendar and recommended that the Executive Board accept financial statements for ABAG and the San Francisco Bay Trail. The committee also recommended the reappointment of Crowe LLP for the FY 2023-24 external audit and the adoption of a revised operating budget amendment.

• Approved Consent Calendar (6-0)
• Approved September 21, 2023 minutes (6-0)
• Recommended Executive Board acceptance of FY 2022-23 Financial Statements (6-0)
• Recommended reappointment of Crowe LLP for FY 2023-24 external audit (6-0)
• Recommended Executive Board acceptance of San Francisco Bay Trail Financial Statements for FY ended June 30, 2023 (6-0)
• Recommended Executive Board adoption of Resolution No. 11-2023, Revised, for the FY 2023-24 Operating Budget Amendment (6-0)

Metropolitan Transportation Commission

The Metropolitan Transportation Commission is deciding on several funding allocations for transit operations and infrastructure. This includes emergency operating funding for transit operators and updates to the Regional Short-Term Transit Financial Plan.

• Allocation of $154.1 million in RM3 capital funds for Clipper 2.0, The Portal, Telegraph Rapid Corridor Project, and Mission Bay Landing
• Allocation of $9.1 million in FY2023-24 TDA funds to the City of Vacaville
• Programming of $6.6 million for Mapping & Wayfinding and $1.5 million for Priority Conservation Area Grant Implementation
• Addition of $850,000 to support Clipper 2 project delivery
• Approval of Priority Sites to make projects eligible for funding and technical assistance

The Commission approved several funding allocations, including $154.1 million for RM3 capital projects and $9.1 million for transit in Vacaville. It also adopted a regional short-term transit financial plan for agencies facing operating shortfalls and approved the Priority Sites program.

• Allocated $154.1 million in RM3 capital funds to MTC, TJPA, AC Transit, and WETA (14-0)
• Adopted Regional Short-Term Transit Financial Plan and emergency funding distribution (14-0)
• Approved MTC Resolution No. 4618 for Priority Sites (13-0)
• Allocated $9.1 million in TDA funds to the City of Vacaville (12-0)
• Approved $850,000 for Clipper 2 project delivery (12-0)
• Approved $6.6 million for Mapping & Wayfinding and $1.5 million for PCA Grant Implementation (12-0)
• Approved FY 2023-24 Operating and Capital Budgets Amendment No. 1 (14-0)
• Approved Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Regional Grant Strategy (14-0)

Bay Area Toll Authority

The Bay Area Toll Authority is meeting to approve minutes from its previous session and act on two resolutions. The body will discuss amendments to the FY 2023-24 operating and capital budgets and updates regarding the Regional Measure 3 Independent Oversight Committee.

• BATA Resolution No. 169: FY 2023-24 Operating and Capital Budgets Amendment No. 1
• BATA Resolution No. 131: Regional Measure 3 (RM3) Independent Oversight Committee Updates

The Bay Area Toll Authority unanimously approved the consent calendar. This included an amendment to the FY 2023-24 operating and capital budgets and updates regarding the Regional Measure 3 Independent Oversight Committee.

• Approved October 25, 2023 meeting minutes (12-0)
• Approved FY 2023-24 Operating and Capital Budgets Amendment No. 1 (12-0)
• Approved Regional Measure 3 (RM3) Independent Oversight Committee updates (12-0)

Bay Area Toll Authority Oversight Committee

The Bay Area Toll Authority Oversight Committee is meeting to approve several contracts and budget amendments, including a $3.79 million construction package for the I-580 Richmond-San Rafael Bridge Access Improvement Project. The committee will also receive an informational update on the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge, including the Access Improvement Pilot, RSR Forward projects, and considerations for a westbound third lane.

• Contract for I-580 Richmond-San Rafael Bridge Access Improvement Project Construction Package B2: Ghilotti Bros., Inc., $3,793,619 plus $771,043 contingency
• Contract amendment for on-call construction management for Bay Bridge Bay Lights and Toll Bridge Rehabilitation: Zoon Engineering, Inc., $205,000
• FY 2023-24 Operating and Capital Budgets Amendment No. 1 (BATA Resolution No. 169, Revised)
• Contract change order for FasTrak Regional Customer Service Center operational enhancements: Conduent State and Local Solutions, Inc., $400,000
• Regional Measure 3 Independent Oversight Committee updates (BATA Resolution No. 131, Revised)

The Committee unanimously approved several construction contracts and budget updates via the Consent Calendar. Key actions included funding for the I-580 Richmond-San Rafael Bridge and the Bay Bridge. The meeting also included a status report on Richmond-San Rafael Bridge projects.

• Approved I-580 Richmond-San Rafael Bridge contract for Ghilotti Bros., Inc. ($3,793,619 plus $771,043 contingency)
• Approved contract amendment for Zoon Engineering, Inc. regarding Bay Bridge support ($205,000)
• Approved FY 2023-24 Operating and Capital Budgets Amendment No. 1
• Approved contract change order for Conduent State and Local Solutions, Inc. ($400,000)
• Approved updates to Regional Measure 3 (RM3) Independent Oversight Committee
• Approved October 11, 2023 meeting minutes

Administration Committee

The Administration Committee will consider approving an amendment to MTC's FY 2023-24 operating and capital budgets, as well as an amendment to the FY 2023-24 Overall Work Program. The consent calendar includes approval of prior meeting minutes, an investment report, and a financial statement. The meeting is largely routine administrative business with no major policy decisions or public hearings on the agenda.

• Approval of MTC Resolution No. 4576, Revised: FY 2023-24 Operating and Capital Budgets Amendment No. 1
• Approval of MTC Resolution No. 4577, Revised: FY 2023-24 Overall Work Program Amendment No. 1
• MTC Investment Report for September 2023 (Unaudited)
• FY 2023-24 MTC Statement of Revenues and Expenses for period ended September 30, 2023 (Unaudited)
• Approval of October 11, 2023 meeting minutes

The Committee unanimously approved amendments to the FY 2023-24 Overall Work Program and the FY 2023-24 Operating and Capital Budgets. The budget amendment was referred to the Authority for final approval. The Committee also approved the minutes from the October 11, 2023 meeting.

• Approved Administration Committee Minutes of October 11, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved FY 2023-24 Overall Work Program Amendment No. 1 (5-0)
• Approved referral of FY 2023-24 Operating and Capital Budgets Amendment No. 1 to the Authority (5-0)

Programming and Allocations Committee

The Programming and Allocations Committee will consider allocating $154.1 million in Regional Measure 3 capital funds to four agencies, approve a regional short-term transit financial plan with emergency operating funding distribution, and act on several consent calendar items including TIP amendments and fund allocations. The committee will also discuss a regional grant strategy for federal Bipartisan Infrastructure Law programs and receive updates on state funding programs.

• Allocation of $154.1M in RM3 capital funds to MTC (Clipper 2.0), TJPA (Downtown Rail Extension), AC Transit (Telegraph Rapid Corridor), and WETA (Ferry Expansion)
• Approval of Regional Short-Term Transit Financial Plan and proposed distribution of emergency operating funding (Resolution 4619)
• Programming $6.6M for Mapping & Wayfinding and $1.5M for Priority Conservation Area Grant Implementation (OBAG 3)
• Allocation of $9.1M in TDA funds to City of Vacaville for transit operations and capital projects
• Updates to Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Regional Grant Strategy and Regional Priority Project List

The Committee approved several funding allocations and program updates, including a referral for $154.1 million in Regional Measure 3 capital funds. It also referred a regional short-term transit financial plan and emergency operating funding distribution to the Commission.

• Approved $154.1M in RM3 capital funds for MTC, TJPA, AC Transit, and WETA (5-0)
• Approved referral of Regional Short-Term Transit Financial Plan and emergency funding (4-1)
• Approved referral of Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Regional Grant Strategy (5-0)
• Approved $9.1M in FY2023-24 TDA funds to City of Vacaville (5-0)
• Approved $850,000 for Clipper 2 project delivery (5-0)
• Approved $6.6M for Mapping & Wayfinding and $1.5M for PCA Grant Implementation (5-0)
• Approved updates to Transit Transformation Action Plan funding (5-0)
• Approved MTC’s Community Action Resource and Empowerment (CARE) Program (5-0)

ABAG Housing Committee

The ABAG Housing Committee and BAHFA Oversight Committee are holding a joint meeting to discuss housing funding and legal services. The body is deciding on a rental assistance pilot program and the suballocation of Regional Early Action Planning Grants.

• Contract with Napa County Department of Housing and Homeless Services up to $5 million for the BAHFA Rental Assistance Pilot Program
• Suballocation of REAP 2.0 funding to Alameda ($493,000), Contra Costa ($657,000), Marin ($490,000), Napa/Sonoma ($526,000), San Francisco ($128,000), San Mateo ($690,000), Santa Clara ($526,000), and Solano ($490,000)
• Contracts for REAP 2.0 with Urban Planning Partners (up to $493,000), 4Leaf Inc. (up to $526,000), and Moore Iacofano Goltsman, Inc. (up to $657,000)
• Pre-qualification of six law firms for the BAHFA Legal Services Bench
• Report on BAHFA Business Plan: Operations and Sustainability

The ABAG Housing Committee recommended the Executive Board approve the suballocation of Regional Early Action Planning Grants of 2021 (REAP 2.0) funding to several county and city planning collaboratives. The committee also approved its consent calendar and the pre-qualification of six law firms for BAHFA legal services.

• Recommended approval of REAP 2.0 funding suballocations to Alameda ($493k), Contra Costa ($657k), Marin ($490k), Napa/Sonoma ($526k), San Francisco ($128k), San Mateo ($690k), Santa Clara ($526k), and Solano ($490k) (11-0)
• Recommended contracts for REAP 2.0 work with Urban Planning Partners (max $493k), 4Leaf Inc. (max $526k), and Moore Iacofano Goltsman, Inc. (max $657k) (11-0)
• Approved ABAG Housing Committee Consent Calendar, including October 11, 2023 minutes (11-0)
• Approved BAHFA Oversight Committee Minutes of October 11, 2023
• Pre-qualified Aleshire & Wynder, LLP; Best, Best and Krieger LLP; Goldfarb Lipman, LLP; Jarvis Fay, LLP; Kutak Rock, LLP; and Shute, Mihaly, Weinberger, LLP for BAHFA legal services
• Authorized Executive Director to negotiate a contract up to $5 million with Napa County Department of Housing and Homeless Services for the BAHFA Rental Assistance Pilot Program

Bay Area Housing Finance Authority Oversight Committee

The BAHFA Oversight Committee and ABAG Housing Committee are meeting to approve legal service providers and funding for housing programs. The body is deciding on a rental assistance pilot and the suballocation of regional planning grants.

• Authorization of a contract up to $5 million with Napa County Department of Housing and Homeless Services for a Rental Assistance Pilot Program
• Suballocation of REAP 2.0 funding to Alameda ($493,000), Contra Costa ($657,000), Marin ($490,000), Napa/Sonoma ($526,000), San Francisco ($128,000), San Mateo ($690,000), Santa Clara ($526,000), and Solano ($490,000)
• Contracts for REAP 2.0 with Urban Planning Partners (up to $493,000), 4Leaf Inc. (up to $526,000), and Moore Iacofano Goltsman, Inc. (up to $657,000)
• Pre-qualification of law firms Aleshire & Wynder, LLP; Best, Best and Krieger LLP; Goldfarb Lipman, LLP; Jarvis Fay, LLP; Kutak Rock, LLP; and Shute, Mihaly, Weinberger, LLP
• Report on Part III of BAHFA’s Business Plan regarding Operations and Sustainability

The BAHFA Oversight Committee authorized a contract with the Napa County Department of Housing and Homeless Services to launch a rental assistance pilot program. The committee also approved a list of pre-qualified law firms for legal services.

• Authorized contract up to $5 million with Napa County Department of Housing and Homeless Services for Rental Assistance Pilot Program (6-0)
• Approved pre-qualification of law firms Aleshire & Wynder, LLP; Best, Best and Krieger LLP; Goldfarb Lipman, LLP; Jarvis Fay, LLP; Kutak Rock, LLP; and Shute, Mihaly, Weinberger, LLP (6-0)
• Approved BAHFA Oversight Committee Minutes of October 11, 2023 (6-0)

Board of Directors of 375 Beale Condominium Corporation

The Board of Directors will consider accepting the audited financial reports for fiscal year 2022-23. The meeting also includes a review of building operations and improvement projects.

• Approval of June 22, 2023 meeting minutes
• Acceptance of FY 2022-23 audited financial reports presented by Crowe LLP
• Building operations, safety, security, and projects report

The Board of Directors approved the minutes from the June 22, 2023 meeting and accepted the FY 2022-23 audit results. The Board also received a report on building operations, safety, security, and improvement projects.

• Approved June 22, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Accepted FY 2022-23 Audit Results and Required Communications (3-0)

Bay Area Infrastructure Financing Authority Network and Operations Committee

The Bay Area Infrastructure Financing Authority Network and Operations Committee is meeting to approve consent calendar items, including contract amendments for California Highway Patrol enforcement on I-880 and I-680 express lanes, and a cooperative agreement for the I-680 Express Lanes Project. The meeting also includes routine items like approving prior minutes and public comment.

• Contract amendment for CHP enforcement on I-880 Express Lanes ($2,390,000)
• Contract amendment for CHP enforcement on I-680 Contra Costa Express Lanes ($1,190,000)
• Cooperative agreement with Alameda County Transportation Commission for I-680 Express Lanes Project
• Approval of October 13, 2023 meeting minutes

The Committee unanimously approved the consent calendar, which included funding for highway patrol enforcement and a cooperative project agreement. These actions impact the management and enforcement of express lanes in the region.

• Approved minutes of the October 13, 2023 meeting
• Approved $2,390,000 contract amendment for CHP enforcement on I-880 Express Lanes
• Approved $1,190,000 contract amendment for CHP enforcement on I-680 Contra Costa Express Lanes
• Approved cooperative agreement for the I-680 Express Lanes Project with Alameda County Transportation Commission

Joint MTC ABAG Legislation Committee

The Joint MTC ABAG Legislation Committee will receive updates on enabling legislation for a potential 2026 regional transportation revenue measure, including goals, expenditure priorities, and revenue options. They will also review the draft 2024 MTC and ABAG Joint Advocacy Program, which outlines state and federal legislative priorities. The agenda includes consent items such as approving the October 13, 2023 meeting minutes and a report on Washington, D.C. legislative developments.

• Update on 2026 regional transportation revenue measure enabling legislation
• Draft 2024 MTC and ABAG Joint Advocacy Program
• Approval of October 13, 2023 meeting minutes
• Washington, D.C. legislative update report

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the October 13, 2023 meeting. Other agenda items regarding Washington D.C. updates, regional transportation revenue, and the 2024 Joint Advocacy Program were presented for information only.

• Approved October 13, 2023 meeting minutes (11-0)

Joint MTC Planning Committee with the ABAG Administrative Committee

The Joint MTC Planning Committee with the ABAG Administrative Committee is meeting to consider approving MTC Resolution No. 4618 and ABAG Resolution No. 15-2023, which would adopt Priority Sites eligible for current and future funding and technical assistance. The committee will also receive an informational update on the Plan Bay Area 2050+ Draft Blueprint, including engagement findings, core planning assumptions, and strategy refinements. The agenda also includes consent calendar items for approving minutes from the October 13, 2023 meetings.

• Approval of MTC Resolution No. 4618 and ABAG Resolution No. 15-2023 for Priority Sites
• Update on Plan Bay Area 2050+ Draft Blueprint with Round 1 engagement findings
• Approval of MTC Planning Committee minutes from October 13, 2023
• Approval of ABAG Administrative Committee minutes from October 13, 2023

The Joint MTC Planning Committee and ABAG Administrative Committee approved resolutions to designate Priority Sites. These sites will be eligible for funding and technical assistance and integrated into Plan Bay Area 2050+ strategies.

• Approved MTC Resolution No. 4618 and ABAG Resolution No. 15-2023 regarding Priority Sites Approval (7-0)
• Approved MTC Planning Committee minutes from October 13, 2023 (7-0)
• Approved ABAG Administrative Committee summary minutes from October 13, 2023

Regional Network Management Committee

The Regional Network Management Committee will vote on a consent calendar of contracts and amendments, including a change order for the Clipper customer service center and a contract amendment for 511 website support. They will also consider authorizing three consultant contracts for Bay Bridge Forward projects on I-80, totaling up to $6.25 million.

• Change Order - Next Generation Clipper Customer Service Center - WSP USA Services, Inc. ($849,140)
• Contract Amendment - 511 Website Support Services: Kalamuna, Inc. ($2,400,000)
• Contract Amendment - Bay Bridge Forward: I-80/Powell Street Interchange Transit Access Improvements - T.Y. Lin International ($300,000)
• Contract - Treasure Island Automated Shuttle Evaluation - Kittelson & Associates, Inc. ($225,000)
• Consultant contracts for Bay Bridge Forward: HDR ($4.6M), Kimley-Horn ($1.1M and $550K)

The Regional Network Management Committee unanimously approved a series of contract amendments, change orders, and new consultant agreements. Key approvals include funding for Bay Bridge Forward projects and various Clipper service enhancements.

• Approved $4.6M contract with HDR Engineering for I-80 HOV-Lane project (7-0)
• Approved $1.1M contract with Kimley-Horn for I-80 Localized Transit Priority project (7-0)
• Approved $550,000 contract with Kimley-Horn for I-80 Bus-on-Shoulder study (7-0)
• Approved $2.4M contract amendment for 511 Website Support Services with Kalamuna, Inc. (7-0)
• Approved $1M change order for Clipper card orders with Cubic Transportation Systems, Inc. (7-0)
• Approved $849,140 change order for Next Generation Clipper Customer Service Center with WSP USA Services, Inc. (7-0)
• Approved $400,000 contract amendment for Clipper START Outreach Services with Caribou Public Relations, Inc. (7-0)
• Approved $300,000 contract amendment for Clipper START Marketing Services with Moore Iacofano Goltsman, Inc. (7-0)

ABAG Administrative Committee

The ABAG Administrative Committee is meeting jointly with the MTC Planning Committee. The agenda includes a request to approve Priority Sites for future funding eligibility and an update on the Plan Bay Area 2050+ draft blueprint development.

• Approval of MTC Resolution No. 4618 and ABAG Resolution No. 15-2023 regarding Priority Sites
• Information update on Plan Bay Area 2050+ Round 1 engagement findings and draft blueprint strategy refinements
• Approval of MTC Planning Committee minutes from October 13, 2023
• Approval of ABAG Administrative Committee summary minutes from October 13, 2023

The ABAG Administrative Committee recommended that the Executive Board adopt ABAG Resolution No. 15-2023 regarding Priority Sites. This action allows projects on adopted sites to be eligible for funding, technical assistance, and integration into Plan Bay Area 2050+ strategies.

• Approved Consent Calendar, including October 13, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Recommended ABAG Executive Board adoption of ABAG Resolution No. 15-2023 for Priority Sites (6-0)

Policy Advisory Council

The Policy Advisory Council will hear updates on the Plan Bay Area 2050+ draft blueprint, including core planning assumptions and strategy refinements from Round 1 engagement, and review the draft 2024 MTC and ABAG Joint Advocacy Program. The council will also approve the September 22, 2023 meeting minutes and receive staff and subcommittee reports.

• Plan Bay Area 2050+ Round 1 engagement findings and draft core planning assumptions (60 min)
• Draft 2024 MTC and ABAG Joint Advocacy Program (30 min)
• Approval of September 22, 2023 meeting minutes
• Staff liaison report on recent MTC policy decisions
• Subcommittee reports from Equity & Access and Transit Transformation Action Plan

The Council approved the minutes from its September 22, 2023 meeting. Other agenda items were for information or discussion only, including updates on Plan Bay Area 2050+ and the 2024 Joint Advocacy Program.

• Approved September 22, 2023 Meeting Minutes (16-0-2)

ABAG San Francisco Bay Trail Board of Directors

The ABAG San Francisco Bay Trail Board of Directors is meeting to discuss the Bay Trail Equity Strategy and the Bay Trail Gap Closure Implementation Plan, along with routine items such as approving minutes and recognizing the chair's contributions. The agenda includes public comment and announcements, but no major funding or rezoning decisions are listed.

• Report on Bay Trail Equity Strategy and Gap Closure Implementation Plan (Item 7a)
• Approval of minutes from April 28, 2023 (Item 6a)
• Acknowledgment of Chair John Woodbury's service (Item 3a)

The Board approved the Consent Calendar, which included the minutes from the April 28, 2023 meeting. The session also included reports on the Bay Trail Equity Strategy and the Bay Trail Gap Closure Implementation Plan.

• Approved Consent Calendar (14-0)
• Approved SF Bay Trail Board of Directors Minutes of April 28, 2023 (14-0)

Regional Network Management Customer Advisory Group

The Regional Network Management Customer Advisory Group is holding a special meeting to orient new members and review draft scoring criteria for the Bus Accelerated Infrastructure Delivery (BusAID) program, which funds quick-build transit priority projects at delay hotspots. The group will also discuss its goals and schedule. No formal votes are scheduled.

• Review of BusAID draft scoring criteria and weighting for transit delay hotspots
• Orientation on Customer Advisory Group roles, goals, and schedule
• Discussion of equity principles from the Transit Action Plan (TAP)
• Next meeting scheduled for December 15, 2023

Bay Area Housing Finance Authority Advisory Committee

The Bay Area Housing Finance Authority Advisory Committee is meeting to hear a report on Part III of BAHFA's Business Plan, covering operations and sustainability. The agenda also includes routine items like approving minutes from the prior meeting, public comment, and announcements. No votes on funding or specific projects are listed.

• Report on Part III of BAHFA's Business Plan: Operations and Sustainability
• Approval of minutes from September 28, 2023 meeting
• Chair's report by Efren Carrillo
• Public comment period

The committee approved the minutes from the September 28, 2023 meeting. A report on the Operations and Sustainability section of the BAHFA Business Plan was presented.

• Approved September 28, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

ABAG POWER Board of Directors

The ABAG POWER Board of Directors will review audited financial statements for Fiscal Year 2022-23 and elect leadership for 2024. The board is deciding whether to admit members of the School Project for Utility Rate Reduction (SPURR) and modify working capital deposit requirements.

• Resolution 23-05 to admit current members of the School Project for Utility Rate Reduction (SPURR) as new members
• Resolution 23-06 to increase natural gas program working capital deposits from 2.0 to 3.0 months of estimated expenses
• Approval of FY 2022-23 Audited Financial Statements and Reports
• Election of Chair, Vice Chair, and Executive Committee for Calendar Year 2024
• Presentation by City of Pleasanton on using renewable natural gas for Senate Bill 1383 compliance

Service Authority for Freeways and Expressways

The Service Authority for Freeways and Expressways (SAFE) is meeting to handle routine administrative business. The board will vote on approving the minutes from its June 28, 2023 meeting and on Resolution No. 44, Revised, which revises the executive director's signature authority. No major policy decisions or public hearings are on the agenda.

• Approval of June 28, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approval of SAFE Resolution No. 44, Revised — revisions to executive director's signature authority

The Service Authority for Freeways and Expressways (SAFE) approved its June 28, 2023 meeting minutes and a revised resolution regarding Executive Directors' signature authority. Both items were passed unanimously via the consent calendar.

• Approved June 28, 2023 meeting minutes (14-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 44, Revised, regarding Executive Directors Signature Authority (14-0)

MTC Audit Committee

The MTC Audit Committee is meeting to review the FY 2022-23 financial and compliance audit results presented by Crowe LLP, and to consider accepting the audited financial reports and approving the retention of Crowe LLP as the external audit firm for FY 2024. The agenda includes two action items: accepting the audit results and approving the auditor retention. Public comment is invited, and the meeting is open for observation in person or via Zoom.

• Review of FY 2022-23 audit results by Crowe LLP
• Acceptance of audited financial reports for FY 2022-23
• Approval to retain Crowe LLP as external audit firm for FY 2024
• Public comment period on agenda items

Metropolitan Transportation Commission

The Metropolitan Transportation Commission is holding a special meeting with a public hearing and vote on MTC Resolution No. 4616, which would approve financing and refinancing by the Bay Area Infrastructure Financing Authority (BAIFA) for public capital improvements. The agenda includes only this substantive item, along with routine procedural matters like call to order and public comment.

• Public hearing and vote on MTC Resolution No. 4616 (BAIFA financing)
• Financing and refinancing of public capital improvements by BAIFA
• Finding of significant public benefit required for approval

The Commission unanimously adopted MTC Resolution No. 4616. This action approves the financing and refinancing of a public capital improvement by the Bay Area Infrastructure Financing Authority (BAIFA) and finds a significant public benefit.

• Adopted MTC Resolution No. 4616 approving BAIFA financing and refinancing (12-0)

Metropolitan Transportation Commission

The Metropolitan Transportation Commission is holding a special meeting to consider approving the charter and member appointments for the Regional Network Management Committee Customer Advisory Group, which will report to the RNM Committee. This is the only substantive action item on the agenda; the rest is procedural.

• MTC Resolution No. 4610 - Setting up the Regional Network Management Committee Customer Advisory Group
• Approval of Customer Advisory Group charter and member appointments

The Commission unanimously adopted MTC Resolution No. 4610. This action establishes the Regional Network Management Committee Customer Advisory Group charter and appoints its members.

• Adopted MTC Resolution No. 4610 to set up the Regional Network Management Committee Customer Advisory Group (14-0)

Bay Area Housing Finance Authority

The Bay Area Housing Finance Authority is meeting to consider approving its Business Plan Equity Framework and associated funding programs. The main action item is a request for the BAHFA Board and the ABAG Executive Board to recommend approval of these documents. The agenda also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes and public comment.

• Approval of September 27, 2023 meeting minutes
• BAHFA Business Plan Equity Framework and Funding Programs presentation and approval request
• Funding programs include Production, Innovation, Preservation, and Protections program descriptions

The Bay Area Housing Finance Authority approved its Business Plan Equity Framework and Funding Programs. The board also approved the minutes from the September 27, 2023 meeting.

• Approved BAHFA Business Plan Equity Framework and Funding Programs (13-0)
• Approved September 27, 2023 meeting minutes (14-0)

Metropolitan Transportation Commission

The Metropolitan Transportation Commission is reviewing major funding allocations for transit projects and regional programs. The agenda includes decisions on BART railcar financing, Regional Measure 3 capital funds, and various grant program revisions.

• Proposed $770 million in TIRCP funding for BART Core Capacity, VTA BART to Silicon Valley, and a Transit Operations Reserve
• $43.8 million in Regional Measure 3 capital funds for Sonoma, Marin, and Santa Clara County projects
• $1.5 million for community-based transportation plans and the CARE Program
• $600,000 for Bay Wheels Bikeshare E-Bike Expansion
• $2.3 million for Priority Production Areas Pilot Program grants

The Commission approved funding for major rail capacity and expansion projects, including $770 million for BART and VTA. It also allocated $43.8 million in Regional Measure 3 capital funds to three regional transportation authorities and updated Transit Oriented Communities policies.

• Committed $770M to BART Core Capacity ($350M), VTA BART to Silicon Valley Phase 2 ($375M), and Transit Operations Reserve ($45M) (14-0)
• Allocated $43.8M in RM3 capital funds to SCTA, TAM, and VTA (14-0)
• Approved $1.5M for Community-Based Transportation Plans and CARE Program, $600,000 for Bay Wheels E-Bike Expansion, and $2.3M for PPA Pilot Program grants (13-0)
• Adopted revised Transit Oriented Communities (TOC) Policy regarding capital funding for transit extensions (14-0)
• Approved BART Railcar Replacement (13-0)
• Approved FY 2023-24 MTC Fund Estimate and TDA/STA Allocations (13-0)
• Approved revised Regional Measure 3 (RM3) Policies and Procedures (13-0)
• Approved revised Executive Director’s Signature Authority (13-0)

Bay Area Toll Authority

The Bay Area Toll Authority is meeting to approve the minutes from the September 27, 2023, meeting. The board will also consider revisions to the Executive Director's signature authority via Resolution No. 46.

• Approval of September 27, 2023, meeting minutes
• BATA Resolution No. 46, Revised: Recommended Revisions to Executive Director's Signature Authority

The Bay Area Toll Authority unanimously approved its consent calendar. This included the approval of previous meeting minutes and revisions to the Executive Director's signature authority.

• Approved September 27, 2023 meeting minutes (14-0)
• Approved BATA Resolution No. 46 regarding revised Executive Director's Signature Authority (14-0)

Bay Area Infrastructure Financing Authority

The Bay Area Infrastructure Financing Authority is meeting to consider approving Resolution No. 50, which would authorize issuing up to $450 million in obligations to finance the acquisition of replacement railcars for BART. The agenda also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes and public comment. This is a decision item, not just discussion.

• Approval of BAIFA Resolution No. 50 authorizing up to $450 million in obligations for BART railcar replacement
• Approval of the form of Credit Agreement related to the financing
• Receipt of the Good Faith Estimate for the financing
• Approval of minutes from the September 27, 2023 meeting

The Bay Area Infrastructure Financing Authority approved the issuance of obligations to fund the acquisition of replacement railcars for BART. The board also approved the minutes from the September 27, 2023 meeting.

• Adopted Resolution No. 50 to authorize up to $450 million for BART rail car replacement (14-0)
• Approved minutes of the September 27, 2023 meeting (14-0)

Bay Area Partnership Board

The Bay Area Partnership Board will receive updates on several regional initiatives. Discussions include a potential 2026 transportation revenue measure and progress on the Regional Zero Emission Transit Transition Strategy.

• Update on 2026 potential transportation revenue measure goals and revenue options
• Progress update on the Regional Zero Emission Transit Transition Strategy
• Update on Housing Element Certification and One Bay Area Grant (OBAG 3) funding
• Approval of the December 2, 2022, meeting minutes

The Board approved the meeting minutes from December 2, 2022, via a consent calendar vote. The remainder of the meeting consisted of informational updates regarding transportation revenue, zero-emission transit, and housing grants.

• Approved Bay Area Partnership Board Minutes of the December 2, 2022 Meeting (24-0-7)

Fare Integration Task Force

The Fare Integration Task Force is meeting to receive staff updates on two fare integration efforts: a no-cost/reduced-cost interagency transfer pilot planned for 2024 alongside the Next Generation Clipper system, and the Clipper BayPass program's Phase 1 pilot institutions potentially staying beyond June 30, 2024. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the August 28, 2023 meeting. No votes on the pilot programs themselves are scheduled; these are information items.

• Update on No-Cost/Reduced-Cost Interagency Transfer Pilot, planned for 2024 with Next Generation Clipper
• Clipper BayPass Project Update: Phase 1 pilot educational and affordable housing institutions may remain beyond June 30, 2024
• Approval of minutes from August 28, 2023 meeting

The Task Force approved the minutes from the August 28, 2023 meeting. Members received informational updates on the No-Cost/Reduced-Cost Interagency Transfer Pilot and the Clipper BayPass Project.

• Approved minutes from the August 28, 2023 meeting (13-0)

Clipper Executive Board

The Clipper Executive Board will vote on a consent calendar including meeting minutes and a $849,140 change order for WSP USA Services Inc., plus a separate change order amendment. The board will also receive informational updates on Clipper system implementation, current operations, the proposed 2024 meeting calendar, and the acting executive director position.

• Approval of $849,140 change order for WSP USA Services Inc. (Clipper Next Generation Customer Service Center)
• Approval of Change Order Amendment to Card Order (CO 145)
• Update on Clipper schedule, implementation, and deployment
• Update on current Clipper operations and performance
• Proposed 2024 Clipper Executive Board meeting calendar

The Board approved a change order for the Next Generation Customer Service Center and an amendment to a card order. Members also received updates on the Next Generation Clipper System implementation and current system performance.

• Approved August 28, 2023 meeting minutes (9-0)
• Approved $849,140 change order for WSP USA Services Inc. regarding Next Generation Customer Service Center (9-0)
• Approved Change Order Amendment to Card Order Change Order - CO 145 (9-0)

ABAG Administrative Committee

The ABAG Administrative Committee, meeting jointly with the MTC Planning Committee, will consider consent calendar items including approval of minutes, an information item on the Plan Bay Area 2050 annual progress update, and several action items. Notable actions include authorizing contracts for the Bay Area Regional Energy Network (BayREN) totaling up to $91,591,970 with member agencies and up to $12,335,000 with consultants, as well as resolutions for water-related funding and a Bay Trail construction amendment. The committee will also discuss the local expenditure planning process for the anticipated 2024 Regional Housing Bond.

• Authorization for BayREN contracts with nine member agencies totaling up to $91,591,970
• Authorization for BayREN contract amendments with eight consultants totaling up to $12,335,000
• Resolution No. 14-2023 to apply for up to $1 million from State Water Resources Control Board for Clean Water (San Francisco Estuary Partnership)
• Authorization for Proposition 1 IRWM grant agreements with 11 local project sponsors (e.g., City of San Jose $4,980,000, Marin Municipal Water District $6,408,000)
• Amendment with Solano Transportation Authority for Bay Trail construction, not to exceed $200,000 (total $600,000)

The ABAG Administrative Committee unanimously approved a consent calendar including significant funding for regional energy and water projects. Key actions included authorizing contracts for the Bay Area Regional Energy Network and funding agreements for water management.

• Approved Bay Area Regional Energy Network (BayREN) contracts up to $91,591,970 (5-0)
• Approved BayREN contract amendments up to $12,335,000 (5-0)
• Authorized $1M financial assistance application for Clean Water to State Water Resources Control Board (5-0)
• Authorized Proposition 1 IRWM Grant funding agreements for 12 local project sponsors (5-0)
• Approved amendment up to $200,000 with Solano Transportation Authority for Bay Trail construction (5-0)
• Approved Cooperative Agreement with City of Palo Alto for Horizontal Levee Project (5-0)
• Ratified appointments of David Rabbitt and Carlos Romero to the Canvassing Committee (5-0)
• Adopted Election Calendar for President and Vice President (5-0)

Joint MTC ABAG Legislation Committee

The Joint MTC ABAG Legislation Committee is meeting to review its 2023 legislative scorecard, comparing its advocacy program with state and federal legislative outcomes. The committee will also receive updates on bills tracked in Sacramento and developments from Washington, D.C., and consider approving minutes from its September 8 meeting.

• 2023 Legislative Scorecard comparing MTC/ABAG advocacy with legislative outcomes
• Legislative history of bills tracked in Sacramento, including those supported or opposed
• Washington, D.C. legislative and funding update from Summit Strategies
• Approval of September 8, 2023 meeting minutes

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the September 8, 2023 meeting. Other agenda items consisted of informational reports regarding legislative history, Washington D.C. updates, and a 2023 legislative scorecard.

• Approved September 8, 2023 meeting minutes (11-0)

Regional Network Management Committee

The Regional Network Management Committee will vote on establishing a Customer Advisory Group charter and appointments, and on a $700,000 contract for prototype fabrication for the Regional Mapping & Wayfinding Project. It will also hear an update on Bay Area transit fare coordination and integration efforts since 2021, including upcoming pilot initiatives.

• Contract award to Corporate Sign Systems, Inc. for $700,000 for prototype fabrication for the Regional Mapping & Wayfinding Project
• MTC Resolution No. 4610 to establish the Regional Network Management Committee Customer Advisory Group
• Revision to MTC SAFE Resolution No. 44 regarding Executive Director's signature authority
• Overview of transit fare coordination/integration efforts, including pilot initiatives

The Regional Network Management Committee approved a contract for prototype fabrication and forwarded a resolution to establish a Customer Advisory Group to the MTC Commission. The committee also approved revisions to executive director signature authority for SAFE. An informational overview of transit fare coordination efforts was presented.

• Approved $700,000 contract for Regional Mapping & Wayfinding Project prototype fabrication (6-0)
• Adopted MTC Resolution No. 4610 to set up the Regional Network Management Committee Customer Advisory Group for MTC Commission approval (6-0)
• Approved MTC SAFE Resolution No. 44 revisions to Executive Directors Signature Authority (6-0)
• Approved September 8, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)

Bay Area Infrastructure Financing Authority Network and Operations Committee

The Bay Area Infrastructure Financing Authority Network and Operations Committee is meeting to consider several consent calendar items, including approval of meeting minutes, contract change orders for express lane toll system spare parts and the I-680 Gap Project, and approval of Solano I-80 Express Lanes toll system design plans. The committee will also receive an information report on MTC Express Lanes quarterly operations. Public comment is invited.

• Contract change order for spare parts inventory with TransCore, LP ($400,000)
• Contract change order for I-680 Gap Project with TransCore, LP ($429,486)
• Approval of Solano I-80 Express Lanes toll system design plans
• MTC Express Lanes Quarterly Report (April–June 2023) for information
• Approval of September 8, 2023 meeting minutes

The Committee unanimously approved the consent calendar, which included two contract change orders for TransCore, LP and design plans for the Solano I-80 Express Lanes. The body also received a quarterly report on MTC Express Lanes operations.

• Approved minutes of the September 8, 2023 meeting (5-0)
• Approved $400,000 contract change order for TransCore, LP spare parts inventory (5-0)
• Approved $429,486 contract change order for TransCore, LP regarding the I-680 Gap Project (5-0)
• Approved Solano Interstate 80 (I-80) Express Lanes Toll System Design Plans (5-0)

Joint MTC Planning Committee with the ABAG Administrative Committee

The Joint MTC Planning Committee with the ABAG Administrative Committee will consider consent calendar items including approval of minutes, and will discuss the Plan Bay Area 2050 annual progress update. Key actions include authorizing Bay Area Regional Energy Network (BayREN) contracts totaling up to $91,591,970 and contract amendments up to $12,335,000, plus several other funding agreements. The committee will also discuss a revision to MTC Resolution No. 4530 on Transit Oriented Communities (TOC) policy and compliance expectations.

• BayREN contracts up to $91,591,970 across 9 member agencies (largest: Alameda County $38,410,603, SF $35,859,790)
• BayREN third-party consultant contracts up to $12,335,000 (largest: Rising Sun Center for Opportunity $8,040,000)
• Prop 1 IRWM grant agreements totaling ~$30.7M for 12 local project sponsors (largest: Marin Municipal Water District $6,408,000)
• MTC Resolution No. 4530 Revised - Transit Oriented Communities (TOC) Policy revision and compliance discussion
• ABAG Resolution No. 14-2023 for up to $1M State Revolving Fund application for SF Estuary Partnership

The ABAG Administrative Committee approved multiple energy, water, and infrastructure contracts, including over $91 million for the Bay Area Regional Energy Network. The MTC Planning Committee forwarded a revised Transit Oriented Communities policy to the MTC Commission for final approval.

• Approved $91,591,970 for Bay Area Regional Energy Network (BayREN) member agency contracts
• Approved $12,335,000 for BayREN third-party consultant contract amendments
• Approved funding application for up to $1 million for the State of the Estuary Platform
• Approved Individual Funding Agreements for Proposition 1 IRWM Grant Program for multiple local project sponsors
• Approved $200,000 amendment for Solano Transportation Authority Bay Trail construction
• Approved Cooperative Agreement with City of Palo Alto for Horizontal Levee Project
• Approved MTC Resolution No. 4530 (Revised) regarding Transit Oriented Communities Policy to be forwarded to MTC Commission (6-0)
• Approved MTC and ABAG Administrative Committee minutes from September 8, 2023

ABAG Housing Committee

The ABAG Housing Committee, meeting jointly with the BAHFA Oversight Committee, will discuss and provide direction on the program design for BAHFA's Regional Expenditure Plan, which will allocate potential 2024 affordable housing bond funds. They will also review the BAHFA Business Plan Equity Framework and Funding Programs and consider recommending approval to the BAHFA Board and the ABAG Executive Board. The meeting includes routine items such as approval of prior minutes and public comment.

• Discussion and direction on BAHFA's Regional Expenditure Plan program design for potential 2024 bond funds
• Presentation and request for recommendation of approval of BAHFA Business Plan Equity Framework and Funding Programs
• Approval of ABAG Housing Committee minutes from September 13, 2023
• Approval of BAHFA Oversight Committee minutes from September 13, 2023

The ABAG Housing Committee recommended that the ABAG Executive Board approve the BAHFA Business Plan Equity Framework and Funding Programs. The committee also approved the consent calendars for the ABAG Housing and BAHFA Oversight committees.

• Approved ABAG Housing Committee Consent Calendar (8-0)
• Approved BAHFA Oversight Committee Consent Calendar
• Recommended approval of BAHFA Business Plan Equity Framework and Funding Programs (8-0)

Bay Area Housing Finance Authority Oversight Committee

The Bay Area Housing Finance Authority (BAHFA) Oversight Committee, meeting jointly with the ABAG Housing Committee, will discuss and provide direction on the design of BAHFA's Regional Expenditure Plan for a potential 2024 regional housing bond. The committee will also review the BAHFA Business Plan Equity Framework and Funding Programs, with a request to recommend approval by the BAHFA Board and the ABAG Executive Board. The agenda includes routine items such as approval of prior meeting minutes and public comment.

• Discussion of BAHFA's Regional Expenditure Plan program design for potential 2024 regional housing bond funds
• Presentation and request for recommendation of approval of the BAHFA Business Plan Equity Framework and Funding Programs
• Approval of ABAG Housing Committee minutes from September 13, 2023
• Approval of BAHFA Oversight Committee minutes from September 13, 2023

The committee approved its September 13, 2023, meeting minutes via a unanimous consent calendar vote. Members received reports on the 2024 Regional Housing Bond program design and the Business Plan Equity Framework.

• Approved BAHFA Oversight Committee Minutes of September 13, 2023 (6-0)

Bay Area Toll Authority Oversight Committee

The Bay Area Toll Authority Oversight Committee is meeting to consider several consent calendar items, including a $2 million contract with Krebs Corporation for independent cost estimating and scheduling services for the Open Road Tolling Project, a $500,000 contract amendment for the I-580 Richmond-San Rafael Bridge Access Improvement Project, and revisions to the Executive Director's signature authority. The committee will also review unaudited FY 2023-24 revenues and expenses through August 31, 2023, and approve the minutes from the September 13, 2023 meeting. Public comment will be heard.

• Contract with Krebs Corporation for Open Road Tolling Project support (not to exceed $2,000,000)
• Contract amendment with Lindsay Transportation Solutions for I-580 Richmond-San Rafael Bridge Access Improvement ($500,000)
• BATA Resolution No. 46, Revised: revisions to Executive Director's signature authority
• FY 2023-24 BATA Statement of Revenues and Expenses through August 31, 2023 (unaudited)
• Approval of September 13, 2023 meeting minutes

The Committee unanimously approved the consent calendar, which included a $2 million contract for the Open Road Tolling Project and a $500,000 amendment for the I-580 Richmond-San Rafael Bridge Access Improvement Project. The Committee also approved revised signature authority for the Executive Director.

• Approved September 13, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved contract for Krebs Corporation for Open Road Tolling Project (not to exceed $2,000,000)
• Approved $500,000 contract amendment for Lindsay Transportation Solutions, LLC for I-580 Richmond-San Rafael Bridge Access Improvement Project
• Approved BATA Resolution No. 46 regarding Executive Director's Signature Authority

Programming and Allocations Committee

The Programming and Allocations Committee will consider several funding allocations and policy revisions, including committing $770 million in state transit funds to BART and VTA projects, allocating $43.8 million in Regional Measure 3 capital funds, and approving BART railcar replacement financing. The agenda also includes routine consent items such as meeting minutes and quarterly reports.

• Commit $770M in TIRCP funds: $350M BART Core Capacity, $375M VTA BART to Silicon Valley Phase 2, $45M Transit Operations Reserve
• Allocate $43.8M in RM3 capital funds to Sonoma County, Marin, and Santa Clara VTA projects
• Approve BART Railcar Replacement financing (Resolution 4617)
• Revise One Bay Area Grant (OBAG 3) program, including $1.5M for community engagement, $600K for Bay Wheels e-bike expansion, $2.3M for Priority Production Areas
• Adopt Stage Gate process for Major Project Advancement Policy

The Programming and Allocations Committee approved several funding allocations and policy revisions for referral to the full Commission. Key actions include committing $770 million for BART and VTA projects and allocating $43.8 million in Regional Measure 3 capital funds.

• Approved referral of $770 million TIRCP funding for BART Core Capacity ($350M), VTA BART to Silicon Valley Phase 2 ($375M), and a Transit Operations Reserve ($45M) (6-0)
• Approved referral of the Stage Gate process for Major Project Advancement Policy projects (6-0)
• Approved referral of $43.8 million in RM3 capital funds for SCTA, TAM, and VTA (6-0)
• Approved RM3 Policies and Procedures (5-0)
• Approved FY 2023-24 MTC Fund Estimate and TDA and STA Allocations (5-0)
• Approved $1.5 million for Community-Based Transportation Plans and CARE Program, $600,000 for Bay Wheels E-Bike Expansion, and $2.3 million for PPA Pilot Program grants (5-0)
• Approved BART Railcar Replacement (5-0)
• Approved September 13, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Administration Committee

The Administration Committee will consider several contract amendments and a purchase order, including a $1.6 million ERP advisory services contract with Slalom, LLC, and a $371,170 amendment for transit accessibility work. It will also hold a public hearing on MTC's application to HUD's PRO Housing grant program and discuss revisions to the executive director's signature authority.

• Contract amendment with Nelson\Nygaard for Transit Transformation Action Plan accessibility items ($371,170)
• Purchase order with Slalom, LLC for ERP strategic advisory services and implementation support ($1,600,000)
• Contract amendment with Craft & Commerce, LLC for digital engagement and promotion services ($443,000)
• Public hearing on application to HUD PRO Housing grant program
• Revisions to Executive Director's signature authority (Resolution No. 3619, Revised)

The Committee unanimously approved the consent calendar, which included three contract amendments or purchases and a revision to the Executive Director's signature authority. A public hearing was held regarding a proposed grant application to the HUD PRO Housing program.

• Approved September 13, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved $371,170 contract amendment for Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved $1,600,000 purchase order contract for Slalom, LLC (5-0)
• Approved $443,000 contract amendment for Craft & Commerce, LLC (5-0)
• Approved revised Executive Director’s Signature Authority via Resolution No. 3619 (5-0)
• Approved delegation of appointment for hearing panel regarding Project Finance Advisory Limited bid protest (5-0)

Bay Area Housing Finance Authority Advisory Committee

The Bay Area Housing Finance Authority Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss and provide direction on the program design for a potential 2024 affordable housing bond measure, specifically the Regional Expenditure Plan and revenue allocation options. The agenda includes routine items like call to order, public comment, and approval of prior minutes, but the main substantive item is the bond measure preparation.

• Discussion of Regional Housing Revenue allocation options, including 'Step 1' and 'Step 2' decision points
• Request for Committee direction to inform drafting of BAHFA's Regional Expenditure Plan for potential bond funds
• Approval of minutes from July 27, 2023 meeting
• Chair's report from July 27, 2023

The committee approved the consent calendar, which included the minutes from the July 27, 2023 meeting. Members received a report on program design and revenue allocation options for a potential 2024 affordable housing bond measure.

• Approved Consent Calendar including July 27, 2023 minutes (5-0-1)

ABAG San Francisco Bay Trail Steering Committee

The ABAG San Francisco Bay Trail Steering Committee is meeting to consider several items, including a $200,000 funding augmentation for the Bay Trail-Vine Trail Gap Closure Construction Grant and a proposed Bay Trail alignment change in the City of Alameda. The committee will also receive a report on the Resilient State Route 37 update. The agenda includes routine items such as approval of prior minutes and public comment.

• Authorization of $200,000 funding augmentation for Bay Trail-Vine Trail Gap Closure Construction Grant
• Approval of proposed Bay Trail alignment change in City of Alameda
• Report on Resilient State Route 37 update
• Approval of November 17, 2022 meeting minutes

The Steering Committee approved a funding augmentation for a trail gap closure and a request from the City of Alameda to realign a section of the Bay Trail. The committee also affirmed support for using the future Oakland Alameda Estuary Bridge as a spine alignment.

• Approved Consent Calendar (4-0)
• Approved November 17, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved $200,000 funding augmentation for Bay Trail-Vine Trail Gap Closure Construction Grant to Solano Transportation Authority, totaling $600,000 (4-0)
• Approved City of Alameda request to realign Bay Trail closer to the waterfront (4-0)
• Affirmed support for including proposed Oakland Alameda Estuary Bridge as a Bay Trail spine alignment in place of the Posey Tube (4-0)

Metropolitan Transportation Commission

The Metropolitan Transportation Commission is meeting to approve consent calendar items and adopt policies for the 2024 Regional Transportation Improvement Program (RTIP), which includes approximately $214 million in new programming capacity for the Bay Area. The agenda also includes ratification of the Regional Network Management Council, various funding allocations, and program revisions. Most items are routine approvals; the RTIP adoption is the most consequential action.

• Adoption of policies for 2024 RTIP with ~$214 million in new programming capacity
• Allocation of $5 million in Regional Measure 3 capital funds to CCCTA
• Programming $4.7 million for Active Transportation Technical Assistance and reprogramming $450,000 in OBAG 2 Santa Clara County
• Allocation of FY2022-23 STA funds to five transit operators and FY2023-24 TDA/STA/RM2 revenue to six operators
• Revision to State Transit Assistance policy to prioritize regional fare policy programs

The Commission adopted policies and procedures for the 2024 RTIP, creating approximately $214 million in new programming capacity. The body also approved a series of funding allocations and program revisions via a consent calendar.

• Adopted 2024 RTIP Policies and Procedures (16-0)
• Ratified Regional Network Management Council membership (14-0)
• Allocated $5 million in RM3 capital funds to Central Contra Costa Transit Authority
• Approved $4.7 million for Active Transportation Technical Assistance via OBAG 2 and 3
• Approved 2023 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) Amendment 2023-18
• Approved FY2022-23 STA funds for five transit operators and FY2023-24 TDA, STA, and RM2 revenue for six operators
• Approved MTC Resolution No. 4605 regarding design plan approval processes
• Approved revisions to State Transit Assistance (STA) and State of Good Repair Program policy

Bay Area Housing Finance Authority

The Bay Area Housing Finance Authority is meeting to discuss the local expenditure planning process for the anticipated 2024 Regional Housing Bond and to continue deliberations on regional housing revenue allocation options, specifically 'Step 2' decision points. The agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes and public comment. No final votes on the bond or allocation are scheduled; the items are for information and discussion.

• Approval of July 26, 2023 meeting minutes
• Overview of Local Expenditure Planning for 80% of 2024 Regional Housing Bond funds administered by counties and direct-allocation cities
• Continued discussion on Regional Housing Revenue Allocation Options - 'Step 2' Decision Points for 2024 ballot measure

The Authority unanimously approved the minutes from the July 26, 2023 meeting. The board received informational presentations on the 2024 Regional Housing Bond expenditure planning and regional housing revenue allocation options.

• Approved July 26, 2023 meeting minutes (16-0)

Bay Area Headquarters Authority

The Bay Area Headquarters Authority will consider a consent calendar with two action items: approving the July 26, 2023 meeting minutes and authorizing a $250,000 contract amendment for furniture procurement services with KBM Office Equipment Inc. Public comment is invited, and the meeting is scheduled for September 27, 2023.

• Contract amendment with KBM Office Equipment Inc. for furniture procurement services ($250,000)
• Approval of BAHA minutes from July 26, 2023 meeting

The Bay Area Headquarters Authority approved the minutes from the July 26, 2023 meeting. The Authority also approved a contract amendment for furniture procurement services.

• Approved July 26, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved $250,000 contract amendment for KBM Office Equipment Inc. (6-0)

Bay Area Toll Authority

The Bay Area Toll Authority will meet to approve minutes from July 26, 2023, and consider Resolution No. 171, which establishes a process for approving design plans and delegating approval authority. The board will also hold a closed session to discuss existing litigation regarding toll bridges, followed by an open session.

• Approval of July 26, 2023 meeting minutes (23-1098)
• BATA Resolution No. 171: Process for approval of design plans and delegation of approval authority (23-1193)
• Closed session on In re: Toll Bridges Litigation, San Francisco Superior Court Case No. CGC-17-562613
• Public comment period and next meeting scheduled for October 25, 2023

The Bay Area Toll Authority unanimously approved the consent calendar, which included the minutes from the July 26, 2023 meeting and a new resolution regarding design plan approvals. The Authority also met in closed session to discuss existing litigation, though no reportable action was taken.

• Approved July 26, 2023 meeting minutes (16-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 171 establishing process for design plan approvals and delegation of authority (16-0)
• No reportable action taken following closed session regarding Toll Bridges Litigation

Bay Area Infrastructure Financing Authority

The Bay Area Infrastructure Financing Authority (BAIFA) will meet to approve minutes from its July 26, 2023 meeting and consider Resolution No. 49, which establishes a process for approving design plans and delegating approval authority. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major funding or project decisions on the agenda.

• Approval of BAIFA minutes from July 26, 2023
• Resolution No. 49: Establishment of process for approval of design plans and delegation of approval authority

The Bay Area Infrastructure Financing Authority unanimously approved the consent calendar. This included the adoption of a new process for approving design plans and delegating approval authority.

• Approved July 26, 2023 meeting minutes (14-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 49 establishing design plan approval process and delegation of authority (14-0)

Policy Advisory Council

The Policy Advisory Council is meeting to discuss and receive information on a potential 2026 regional transportation ballot measure, including draft goals, guiding principles, expenditure priorities, and revenue options. They will also hear findings from the Next Generation Bay Area Freeways Study on pricing pathways and their equity impacts. The agenda includes routine items such as approving minutes, public comments, and reports from the chair, staff, and subcommittees.

• Update on potential 2026 regional transportation ballot measure (draft goals, guiding principles, expenditure priorities, revenue options)
• Next Generation Bay Area Freeways Study: Round 1 analysis findings on performance and equity impacts of pricing pathways
• Approval of June 14, 2023 meeting minutes
• Staff liaison report on recent MTC policy decisions
• Subcommittee reports from Equity & Access and Transit Transformation Action Plan subcommittees

The Council approved the meeting minutes from June 14, 2023. The remainder of the meeting consisted of informational reports regarding a potential 2026 regional transportation ballot measure and the Next Generation Bay Area Freeways Study.

• Approved June 14, 2023 Meeting Minutes (16-2-2)

Policy Advisory Council Equity & Access Subcommittee

The Subcommittee approved the minutes from the July 28, 2023 meeting. Members received information updates regarding the Regional Mapping and Wayfinding Project and the Community Action Resource and Empowerment (CARE) Program guidelines.

• Approved July 28, 2023 Meeting Minutes (7-1-1)

ABAG Finance Committee

The ABAG Finance Committee is meeting to handle routine financial business, including approving the minutes from its July 20, 2023 meeting and reviewing an unaudited report on ABAG investments for the period ending June 2023. The agenda also includes public comment, committee member announcements, and the chair's report. No major policy decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

• Approval of minutes from July 20, 2023 meeting
• Review of ABAG investments for period ended June 2023 (unaudited)

The ABAG Finance Committee approved the minutes from the July 20, 2023 meeting. The committee also accepted the unaudited report on ABAG investments for the period ending June 2023.

• Approved Consent Calendar, including July 20, 2023 minutes (6-0)
• Accepted Report on ABAG Investments for period ended June 2023 (6-0)

ABAG Executive Board

The ABAG Executive Board will consider approving a consent calendar that includes authorizing up to $91.6 million in BayREN energy efficiency contracts with nine member agencies, plus $12.3 million in consultant amendments. The board will also discuss the 2024 Regional Housing Bond, including local expenditure planning and allocation options, and receive updates on the Plan Bay Area 2050+ update and a Palo Alto levee project.

• BayREN contracts totaling $91,591,970 across nine agencies, including $38,410,603 for Alameda County jurisdictions and $35,859,790 for San Francisco
• BayREN consultant amendments up to $12,335,000, including $8,040,000 for Rising Sun Center for Opportunity
• Resolution No. 14-2023 to apply for up to $1 million from State Water Resources Control Board for San Francisco Estuary Partnership's State of the Estuary Platform
• Authorization for Proposition 1 IRWM grant agreements totaling over $30 million with 12 local project sponsors, including $6,408,000 for Marin Municipal Water District
• Discussion on 2024 Regional Housing Bond allocation options and local expenditure planning

Bay Area Regional Collaborative

The Bay Area Regional Collaborative Governing Board is meeting to receive updates from member agencies and its executive director, and to hear presentations on zero-carbon transportation and charging infrastructure programs. The board will also review 2023 state legislation and approve the minutes from its July 21, 2023 meeting. No major decisions are on the agenda; most items are informational.

• Presentation on agency programs and projects for zero-carbon transportation and charging infrastructure
• 2023 legislative update, including SB 532 and state budget items
• Approval of July 21, 2023 meeting minutes
• Updates from ABAG, MTC, Coastal Conservancy, BCDC, BAAQMD, and Regional Water Board
• Executive director's report

The Governing Board approved the minutes from the July 21, 2023 meeting. The remainder of the meeting consisted of reports from member agency executive directors and presentations on zero carbon transportation and 2023 legislation.

• Approved BARC Governing Board Minutes of July 21, 2023 (9-0)

Bay Area Toll Authority Oversight Committee

The Bay Area Toll Authority Oversight Committee is meeting to approve several contract amendments totaling about $3.5 million for toll collection and bridge systems, and to approve a pre-qualified list of investment banking firms for a five-year period. The agenda also includes acceptance of an unaudited financial statement for July 2023. Most items are routine approvals, with no public hearings or major policy changes listed.

• Contract amendment: Parsons Transportation Group, $200,000 for Bay Bridge metering lights software license renewal
• Contract amendment: TransCore, $1,240,298 for Advanced Toll Collection and Accounting System (ATCAS II)
• Contract amendment: HDR Engineering, $500,000 for Dumbarton Forward Operational Improvements design services
• Contract amendment: HNTB Corporation, $1,600,000 for FasTrak customer service center technical assistance
• Approval of underwriting pool: Barclays, BofA Securities, Goldman Sachs, J.P. Morgan, Morgan Stanley, Wells Fargo (senior managers)

The Committee approved a pre-qualified list of firms to provide investment banking services for BATA over a five-year period. Several contract amendments for tolling and bridge systems were also approved via the consent calendar.

• Approved pre-qualified investment banking underwriting pool (7-0)
• Approved $200,000 contract amendment for SF-Oakland Bay Bridge Metering Lights System software license (6-0)
• Approved $1,240,298 contract amendment for Advanced Toll Collection and Accounting System (ATCAS II) (6-0)
• Approved $500,000 contract amendment for Dumbarton Forward Operational Improvements Project design services (6-0)
• Approved $1,600,000 contract amendment for FasTrak Customer Service Center technical assistance (6-0)
• Approved July 12, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)

Bay Area Housing Finance Authority Oversight Committee

The Bay Area Housing Finance Authority Oversight Committee, meeting jointly with the ABAG Housing Committee, will hear presentations on planning for a potential 2024 Regional Housing Bond, including how counties and direct-allocation cities will spend 80% of funds, and continue discussing revenue allocation decision points. The committee will also approve minutes from prior meetings. No final votes on the bond are scheduled; items are for information and discussion.

• Overview of local expenditure planning for 80% of anticipated 2024 Regional Housing Bond funds administered by counties and direct-allocation cities
• Continued discussion on Regional Housing Revenue Allocation Options — 'Step 2' decision points, including geographic distribution
• Approval of ABAG Housing Committee minutes from July 12, 2023
• Approval of BAHFA Oversight Committee minutes from June 8, 2023

The committee approved its consent calendar, which included the minutes from the June 8, 2023 meeting. Members received reports on the 2024 Regional Housing Bond expenditure planning and revenue allocation options. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved BAHFA Oversight Committee Minutes of June 8, 2023 (9-0)

Programming and Allocations Committee

The Programming and Allocations Committee will vote on consent calendar items including amendments to the 2023 Transportation Improvement Program, revisions to transit capital priorities, and fund allocations to transit operators. It will also consider adopting policies for the 2024 Regional Transportation Improvement Program, which adds about $214 million in new programming capacity. Informational updates cover the Major Projects Advancement Policy and state funding programs.

• Adoption of 2024 RTIP policies with $214 million in new programming capacity
• Allocation of $5 million in RM3 capital funds to Central Contra Costa Transit Authority
• Revisions to One Bay Area Grant programs including $4.7 million for Active Transportation Technical Assistance
• Allocation of FY2022-23 STA funds to five transit operators and FY2023-24 TDA/STA/RM2 revenue to six operators
• Update on Peninsula Corridor Electrification Project contingent commitment

The Committee approved a consent calendar containing multiple transit fund allocations and program revisions. It also unanimously referred the policies and procedures for the 2024 Regional Transportation Improvement Program, which includes $214 million in new programming capacity, to the Commission for approval.

• Approved 2024 Regional Transportation Improvement Program policies and procedures (6-0)
• Approved $5 million in Regional Measure 3 capital funds for Central Contra Costa Transit Authority
• Approved $4.7 million for Active Transportation Technical Assistance and $450,000 reprogramming in OBAG 2 Santa Clara County Program
• Approved FY2022-23 State Transit Assistance funds for five transit operators and FY2023-24 TDA, STA, and RM2 revenue for six operators
• Approved revisions to State Transit Assistance and State of Good Repair Program policies
• Approved Clipper START Extended Pilot Operator Reimbursement Payment
• Approved 2023 Transportation Improvement Program Amendment 2023-18
• Approved Transit Capital Priorities Program Revisions FYs 2021-22 - 2023-24

Administration Committee

The Administration Committee will consider approving consultant contracts for the Resilient State Route 37 Program, including up to $1.5 million for Ernst & Young and up to $1 million for Gray-Bowen-Scott. The consent calendar includes contracts for TDA performance monitoring, Vital Signs web development, and a transit passenger surveying bench, plus an investment report. Public comment is invited.

• Contract for TDA Performance Monitoring with Pierlott & Associates, LLC ($340,372)
• Contract for Vital Signs Web Development and Data Engineering with Peak Digital, LLC ($1,101,150)
• Consultant bench for 2023 Transit Passenger Surveying Services (ETC Institute, Corey Canapary & Galanis, Resource Systems Group)
• Contracts for Resilient SR 37: Ernst & Young ($1.5M) and Gray-Bowen-Scott ($1M)
• MTC Investment Report for June 2023 (unaudited)

The Administration Committee approved several consultant contracts, including two for the Resilient State Route 37 Program. Other approved actions included contracts for performance monitoring, web development, and passenger surveying services.

• Approved contract for Resilient SR 37 Innovative Financing and Delivery Strategies with Ernst & Young U.S. LLP (6-0)
• Approved contract for Resilient SR 37 Project Control and Delivery Support with William R. Gray and Company DBA Gray-Bowen-Scott (6-0)
• Approved contract for TDA Performance Monitoring with Pierlott & Associations, LLC for $340,372 (7-0)
• Approved contract for Vital Signs Web Development and Data Engineering Services with Peak Digital, LLC for $1,101,150 (7-0)
• Approved 2023 Transit Passenger Surveying Services Bench - Cycle 1 (7-0)
• Approved Administration Committee Minutes of the July 12, 2023 Meeting (7-0)

ABAG Housing Committee

The ABAG Housing Committee, meeting jointly with the BAHFA Oversight Committee, will hear presentations on planning for the anticipated 2024 Regional Housing Bond, including the local expenditure planning process for 80% of funds administered by counties and direct-allocation cities, and continued discussion on regional housing revenue allocation options. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from prior meetings and routine announcements. No final decisions are scheduled; items are for information and discussion.

• Overview of local expenditure planning process for 80% of 2024 Regional Housing Bond funds administered by Bay Area counties and direct-allocation cities
• Continued discussion on BAHFA Regional Housing Revenue Allocation Options - 'Step 2' Decision Points
• Approval of ABAG Housing Committee minutes from July 12, 2023
• Approval of BAHFA Oversight Committee minutes from June 8, 2023
• Joint meeting with BAHFA Oversight Committee at Bay Area Metro Center, 375 Beale Street, San Francisco

The committee approved its consent calendar, which included the minutes from the July 12, 2023 meeting. Members also received reports on the 2024 Regional Housing Bond planning and revenue allocation options.

• Approved ABAG Housing Committee Consent Calendar (10-0)
• Approved ABAG Housing Committee Minutes of July 12, 2023 (10-0)
• Approved BAHFA Oversight Committee Minutes of June 8, 2023

Bay Area Infrastructure Financing Authority Network and Operations Committee

The Bay Area Infrastructure Financing Authority Network and Operations Committee is meeting to discuss the introduction of the newly established committee and an update on the development of a 10-year financial plan for the Express Lanes Program, including a reserves policy. The agenda also includes a consent calendar item with a quarterly report on MTC Express Lanes. No votes are scheduled; all items are for information.

• Introduction to BAIFA Network and Operations Committee (Item 4a)
• Update on BAIFA Express Lanes 10-Year Financial Plan for FY 2023-24 through 2032-33 (Item 4b)
• MTC Express Lanes Quarterly Report: Annual Year Fourth Quarter (January - March 2023) (Item 5a)

The committee unanimously approved the consent calendar. Other agenda items were presented for information only, including the committee's outlook for the year and a 10-year financial plan for Express Lanes.

• Approved Consent Calendar (5-0)

ABAG Administrative Committee

The ABAG Administrative Committee will vote on consent items including Plan Bay Area 2050+ Priority Development Area nominations, two funding agreements totaling about $1.41 million, and meeting minutes. The committee will also receive informational updates on the final draft administrative guidance for the Transit Oriented Communities (TOC) Policy and on the Vital Signs website redesign.

• ABAG Resolution No. 13-2023: Plan Bay Area 2050+ Priority Development Area (PDA) Nominations
• Funding Agreement with Delta Stewardship Council ($750,000)
• Funding Agreement with Santa Clara Valley Water District ($660,983)
• Transit Oriented Communities (TOC) Policy Final Draft Administrative Guidance and discussion of issues
• Vital Signs website updates and next steps

The ABAG Administrative Committee unanimously approved its consent calendar, which included two funding agreements and priority development area nominations. The committee also received reports on Transit Oriented Communities policy and Vital Signs website updates.

• Approved ABAG Administrative Committee Summary Minutes of July 14, 2023 (4-0)
• Approved ABAG Resolution No. 13-2023 regarding Plan Bay Area 2050+ Priority Development Area (PDA) Nominations (4-0)
• Approved $750,000 funding agreement for Delta Stewardship Council (4-0)
• Approved $660,983 funding agreement for Santa Clara Valley Water District (4-0)

Joint MTC ABAG Legislation Committee

The Joint MTC ABAG Legislation Committee will receive updates on state and federal legislation, including a detailed list of bills tracked in Sacramento. The main discussion item is a potential 2026 regional transportation ballot measure, with draft goals, guiding principles, expenditure priorities, and revenue options presented for information. The committee will also consider consent calendar items, including approval of previous minutes and appointments to the Policy Advisory Council.

• Discussion of potential 2026 regional transportation ballot measure with draft goals and revenue options
• Approval of MTC Resolution No. 3931, Revised - Policy Advisory Council Appointments
• Legislative history: detailed list of bills ABAG and MTC are tracking in Sacramento
• 2023 legislative update, including press release on SB 532
• Washington, D.C. legislative update from Summit Strategies

The committee unanimously approved the consent calendar, which included the July 14, 2023 meeting minutes and Policy Advisory Council appointments. Other agenda items regarding state, regional, and federal legislative updates were presented for information only.

• Approved July 14, 2023 meeting minutes (9-0)
• Approved MTC Resolution No. 3931 regarding Policy Advisory Council Appointments (9-0)

Joint MTC Planning Committee with the ABAG Administrative Committee

The Joint MTC Planning Committee with the ABAG Administrative Committee is meeting to approve consent calendar items, including minutes and funding agreements, and to receive informational updates on the Transit Oriented Communities (TOC) Policy administrative guidance and the Vital Signs website. The committee will also hear public comment on agenda items.

• Funding agreement with Delta Stewardship Council for $750,000
• Funding agreement with Santa Clara Valley Water District for $660,983
• ABAG Resolution No. 13-2023 on Plan Bay Area 2050+ Priority Development Area (PDA) Nominations
• Discussion of final draft administrative guidance for MTC Resolution No. 4530 (Transit-Oriented Communities Policy)
• Update on Vital Signs website redesign and data refresh

The MTC Planning Committee and ABAG Administrative Committee approved several funding agreements and development nominations. The committees also received information updates on Transit Oriented Communities policy and the Vital Signs website.

• Approved MTC Planning Committee minutes from July 14, 2023 (7-0)
• Approved ABAG Administrative Committee summary minutes from July 14, 2023
• Approved ABAG Resolution No. 13-2023 for Plan Bay Area 2050+ Priority Development Area nominations
• Approved $750,000 funding agreement for Delta Stewardship Council
• Approved $660,983 funding agreement for Santa Clara Valley Water District

Regional Network Management Committee

The Regional Network Management Committee will vote on several contract approvals, including a $6.05 million extension for the Bay Area Vanpool Program and other contracts for Bay Trail design, SR-29 safety improvements, and Dumbarton bicycle access. They will also receive an update on the Clipper Next Generation fare payment system. The meeting is largely procedural, with consent calendar items and an informational update.

• Contract amendment: Bay Area Vanpool Program extension with Enterprise-Rent-a-Car of San Francisco, LLC ($6,050,000)
• Contract: Bay Trail Design Guidelines and Toolkit 2.0 with TDG Engineering, Inc. ($250,000)
• Contract amendment: Napa Valley Forward SR-29 Intersections Safety and Operational Improvements with GHD Inc. ($700,000)
• Contract: Dumbarton Bicycle Access Improvements with Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. ($820,000)
• Information update on Clipper Next Generation Fare Payment System

The Regional Network Management Committee unanimously approved a series of contracts and amendments via the Consent Calendar. These actions include funding for bicycle access, trail design, and intersection safety improvements.

• Approved July 14, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved $6,050,000 contract extension for Bay Area Vanpool Program with Enterprise-Rent-a-Car of San Francisco, LLC (5-0)
• Approved $250,000 contract for Bay Trail Design Guidelines and Toolkit 2.0 with TDG Engineering, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved $700,000 contract amendment for SR-29 Intersections Safety and Operational Improvements with GHD Inc. (5-0)
• Approved $820,000 contract for Dumbarton Bicycle Access Improvements with Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. (5-0)

Clipper Executive Board

The Clipper Executive Board approved a pre-qualified panel of suppliers to provide limited-use contactless smart cards for the Next Generation Clipper system. The board also expanded eligibility for the Regional Transit Connection Clipper Access program to include ADA-Paratransit certification.

• Approved June 26, 2023 meeting minutes (9-0)
• Approved policy update to include ADA-Paratransit certification for RTC Clipper Access eligibility (9-0)
• Approved supplier panel for Next Generation Clipper (C2) Limited-Use Contactless Smart Cards through June 30, 2028 (9-0)

Fare Integration Task Force

The Fare Integration Task Force will consider endorsing terms for the Clipper BayPass Pilot Phase 2 and receive information on a proposed one-time regional fund reimbursement to transit operators in the extended Clipper START discount fare pilot. The agenda also includes approval of the June 26, 2023 meeting minutes and public comment.

• Endorsement of Clipper BayPass Pilot Phase 2 participation agreement terms
• Proposed one-time payment to Bay Area transit operators for Clipper START extended pilot
• Approval of June 26, 2023 meeting minutes

The Fare Integration Task Force approved the proposed terms and principles for the Clipper BayPass Pilot Phase 2 Participation Agreement. The body also approved the minutes from the June 26, 2023 meeting.

• Approved Clipper BayPass Pilot Phase 2 Next Steps for endorsement (12-0)
• Approved June 26, 2023 meeting minutes (12-0)

ABAG POWER Executive Committee

The ABAG POWER Executive Committee will consider approving a policy amendment to increase the natural gas program's working capital deposit from 2.0 to 3.0 months of estimated expenses, with additional deposits collected over 24 months starting July 1, 2024. It will also consider authorizing the MTC Executive Director to enter fixed-price natural gas purchase contracts up to $1 million for terms up to eight months, with authority expiring June 30, 2024. The committee will also receive informational updates on energy programs, renewable natural gas, and natural gas operations, and discuss a preliminary agenda for the October 26 Board of Directors meeting.

• Proposed increase in natural gas working capital deposit from 2.0 to 3.0 months of estimated expenses
• Authorization for fixed-price natural gas purchase contracts up to $1 million, term up to eight months
• Verbal update on Bay Area Regional Energy Network (BayREN) programs
• Report on Renewable Natural Gas Program actions since May 25, 2023
• Discussion of preliminary agenda for October 26, 2023 Board of Directors meeting

Policy Advisory Council Equity & Access Subcommittee

The Equity & Access Subcommittee will elect its 2022-2023 chair and vice chair, approve prior meeting minutes, and receive informational updates on MTC's CARE program, a potential 2026 regional transportation ballot measure, and the Plan Bay Area 2050+ scope and schedule. No final decisions are expected on the informational items.

• Election of 2022-2023 Subcommittee Chair and Vice Chair
• Approval of May 26, 2023 meeting minutes
• Update on Blue Ribbon Action Plan Access and Mobility Work Plan
• Overview of MTC's CARE Program and Call for Projects process
• Update on potential 2026 regional transportation ballot measure goals and principles

The Policy Advisory Council Equity & Access Subcommittee elected its leadership for 2022-2023 and approved previous meeting minutes. The body also received informational updates on regional transportation planning and the CARE program.

• Appointed Christine Fitzgerald as Chair (7-0)
• Appointed Johnny Parker Jr. as Vice Chair (6-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved May 26, 2023 Meeting Minutes (7-0)

Policy Advisory Council

The Policy Advisory Council is meeting to receive updates and discuss two major items: a potential 2026 regional transportation ballot measure with draft goals and priorities, and the scope and schedule for Plan Bay Area 2050+, a minor update to the long-range regional plan. The agenda also includes routine items like approving June meeting minutes, staff and subcommittee reports, and public comments. No final decisions are scheduled; items are for information and discussion.

• Discussion of potential 2026 regional transportation ballot measure, including draft goals, principles, priorities, and next steps for public engagement
• Update on Plan Bay Area 2050+ scope and schedule, a minor update to the long-range regional plan
• Approval of June 14, 2023 meeting minutes
• Staff liaison report on recent MTC policy decisions
• Subcommittee reports from Equity & Access and Transit Transformation Action Plan subcommittees

Bay Area Housing Finance Authority Advisory Committee

The Bay Area Housing Finance Authority Advisory Committee is meeting to continue discussions on preparing a 2024 affordable housing bond measure, specifically reviewing regional housing revenue allocation options and decision points. The agenda also includes routine items like approving previous meeting minutes, public comment, and member announcements. No final decisions are listed on the agenda; the bond measure discussion is for information and continued deliberation.

• Continued discussion on 2024 Affordable Housing Bond Measure and Regional Housing Revenue Allocation Options - Part Two Decision Points
• Approval of BAHFA Advisory Committee minutes from June 22, 2023
• Chair's report on BAHFA Advisory Committee activities
• Public comment period and member announcements

The committee approved the minutes from the June 22, 2023, meeting. Members held a continued discussion regarding regional housing revenue allocation options for the 2024 affordable housing bond measure.

• Approved June 22, 2023, meeting minutes (8-0)

Bay Area Headquarters Authority

The Bay Area Headquarters Authority will meet to consider two contract amendments for webcasting and property management services, hear an update on the real estate market for the Bay Area Metro Center, and potentially adopt a resolution delegating authority to negotiate tenant leases at 375 Beale Street. The board will also hold a closed session to discuss real property negotiations for a portion of the building.

• Contract amendment for webcasting services with Network Time Television Inc. ($954,700)
• Contract amendment for property management services with Cushman & Wakefield of California, Inc. ($2,757,660)
• Resolution No. 0047 to delegate authority for tenant leases at 375 Beale Street, including CEQA exemption
• Closed session under Section 54956.8 for real property negotiations at 375 Beale Street
• State of the real estate market update for Bay Area Metro Center

The Bay Area Headquarters Authority approved two contract amendments for webcasting and property management. The board also adopted Resolution No. 0047 to authorize the Executive Director to negotiate and execute tenant leases at 375 Beale Street.

• Approved June 28, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved $954,700 contract amendment for Network Time Television Inc. (5-0)
• Approved $2,757,660 contract amendment for Cushman & Wakefield of California, Inc. (5-0)
• Adopted BAHA Resolution No. 0047 delegating authority to negotiate and execute tenant leases at 375 Beale Street (5-0)

Bay Area Infrastructure Financing Authority

The Bay Area Infrastructure Financing Authority (BAIFA) will meet to consider adopting Resolution No. 19, declaring intent to issue tax-exempt obligations to fund public improvements related to the BART Car Replacement Program and reimburse prior expenditures. The board will also review and approve the June 28, 2023 meeting minutes and receive unaudited third-quarter financial statements for fiscal year 2022-23. Public comment is invited.

• Resolution No. 19: intent to issue tax-exempt obligations for BART Car Replacement Program
• Approval of June 28, 2023 meeting minutes
• FY 2022-23 third quarter financial statements (unaudited)

The Bay Area Infrastructure Financing Authority adopted Resolution No. 19 to issue tax-exempt obligations for the BART Car Replacement Program. This action allows for the facilitation of public improvements and reimbursement of prior expenditures. The Authority also approved the minutes from the June 28, 2023 meeting.

• Approved BAIFA Minutes of the June 28, 2023 meeting (16-0)
• Adopted BAIFA Resolution No. 19 to issue tax-exempt obligations for BART Car Replacement Program (16-0)

Bay Area Toll Authority

The Bay Area Toll Authority is meeting to handle routine business, primarily approving the minutes from its June 28, 2023 meeting. The agenda includes a chair's report and public comment, with no substantive policy decisions or proposals listed. The meeting is largely procedural.

• Approval of June 28, 2023 meeting minutes (item 23-0920)

The Bay Area Toll Authority unanimously approved the Consent Calendar, which included the minutes from the June 28, 2023 meeting. Commissioner Chavez requested an update to those minutes to include a request for a report on violation revenue collection estimates.

• Approved June 28, 2023 meeting minutes (15-0)

Bay Area Housing Finance Authority

The Bay Area Housing Finance Authority is meeting to approve a consent calendar, including a $1.6 million contract amendment for the Doorway Housing Portal, and to discuss preparation for a 2024 affordable housing bond measure, including regional housing revenue allocation options.

• Approval of June 28, 2023 meeting minutes
• Authorization of $1.6 million amendment to Exygy Inc. contract for Doorway Housing Portal, total not-to-exceed $2.6 million
• Discussion on 2024 Affordable Housing Bond Measure preparation
• Discussion on Regional Housing Revenue Allocation Options

The Bay Area Housing Finance Authority approved a contract amendment for web design services and the minutes from the June 28, 2023 meeting. The board also received information regarding revenue allocation options for a 2024 affordable housing bond measure.

• Approved June 28, 2023 meeting minutes (16-0)
• Approved contract amendment with Exygy Inc. for Doorway Housing Portal web design services not to exceed $1.6 million, increasing total contract to $2.6 million (16-0)

Metropolitan Transportation Commission

The Commission approved $379 million in RM3 capital funds for transportation projects in Alameda, San Mateo, Solano, and Santa Clara counties. It also approved transit revenue allocations for FY 2023-24 and expressed support for Assembly Bill 1085 regarding housing support services.

• Allocated $379 million in RM3 capital funds to ACTC, SMCTA, STA, and VTA (16-0)
• Approved FY 2023-24 MTC Fund Estimate and transit revenue allocations (16-0)
• Approved support position for Assembly Bill 1085 (16-0)
• Approved 2023 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) Amendment 2023-15 (16-0)
• Approved FY 2022-23 Federal Earmark Repurposing (16-0)
• Approved revisions to One Bay Area Grant programs OBAG 2 and 3 (16-0)
• Expanded Executive Director delegated authority to include Regional Measure 3 funding (16-0)
• Approved June 28, 2023 meeting minutes (16-0)

Bay Area Regional Collaborative

The Bay Area Regional Collaborative Governing Board is meeting to approve the draft FY2023-2024 budget and minutes from the March meeting, and to hear updates from member agencies. The board will also receive presentations and discuss two climate resilience studies: the Systems Mapping Project and the Ounce of Prevention study. No final decisions on the studies are scheduled; they are for information and discussion only.

• Approval of BARC Draft Budget Fiscal Year 2023-2024
• Approval of minutes from March 17, 2023 Governing Board meeting
• Presentation and discussion of Systems Mapping Project on climate adaptation in SF Bay Area
• Presentation and discussion of Ounce of Prevention: Advancing Equitable Climate Resilience Planning Report
• Reports from BARC member agencies including BAAQMD, BCDC, and ABAG/MTC

The Governing Board approved the draft budget for Fiscal Year 2023-2024 and the minutes from the March 17th meeting. The session also included reports from member agencies and presentations on climate adaptation and resilience planning.

• Approved BARC Draft Budget Fiscal Year 2023-2024 (10-0)
• Approved Minutes of the March 17th Governing Board Meeting (7-0)

ABAG Executive Board

The ABAG Executive Board approved several funding agreements for environmental restoration and agency services. The board also voted to support two state housing bills and appointed a new member to the Bay Area Housing Finance Authority Advisory Committee.

• Approved support for Assembly Bill 1085 (Housing Support Services) (21-0)
• Approved support for Assembly Bill 1657 (Statewide Housing Bond) (21-0)
• Approved funding agreement with San Francisco Estuary Institute up to $250,000 (21-0)
• Approved funding agreement with County of Marin up to $250,000 (21-0)
• Approved acceptance of $850,000 from U.S. EPA for San Francisco Estuary Blueprint (21-0)
• Approved contract amendment with Peak Digital, LLC up to $300,000 (21-0)
• Approved BayREN contract amendment with CLEAResult Consulting, Inc. up to $6.8M (21-0)
• Approved appointment of Consuelo Hernandez to the Bay Area Housing Finance Authority Advisory Committee (21-0)

ABAG Finance Committee

The ABAG Finance Committee is holding a special meeting to approve the minutes from May 18, 2023, and to review and approve the unaudited report on ABAG investments for the period ended April 2023. The agenda also includes routine items such as public comment, member announcements, and the chair's report. No other substantive policy decisions are listed.

• Approval of ABAG Finance Committee minutes from May 18, 2023
• Review and approval of ABAG investments report for period ended April 2023 (unaudited)

The ABAG Finance Committee approved the meeting minutes from May 18, 2023. The committee also accepted the unaudited report on ABAG investments for the period ended February 2023.

• Approved Consent Calendar, including May 18, 2023 minutes (6-0)
• Accepted Report on ABAG Investments for period ended February 2023 (6-0)

ABAG Administrative Committee

The ABAG Administrative Committee is meeting jointly with the MTC Planning Committee. The main agenda items are informational updates on long-range planning efforts, including Plan Bay Area 2050+ and Transit 2050+, and the Active Transportation Plan 5-Year Implementation Plan. The committee will also consider consent calendar items to approve minutes from the June 9, 2023 meetings.

• Update on Plan Bay Area 2050+ scope and schedule, including draft problem statement and goals
• Update on Transit 2050+ modal plan network definition
• Update on Active Transportation Plan 5-Year Implementation Plan to support Complete Streets Policy
• Approval of MTC Planning Committee minutes from June 9, 2023
• Approval of ABAG Administrative Committee minutes from June 9, 2023

The ABAG Administrative Committee approved its consent calendar, which included the summary minutes from the June 9, 2023 meeting. The committee also received updates on long-range planning and the Active Transportation Plan implementation.

• Approved ABAG Administrative Committee Summary Minutes of June 9, 2023 (5-0)

Joint MTC ABAG Legislation Committee

The Joint MTC ABAG Legislation Committee will hear updates on the fiscal year 2023-24 state budget, including transit operating deficit negotiations, and on financial challenges facing Bay Area transit agencies. The committee will also consider supporting Assembly Bill 1085, which would add housing support services as a Medi-Cal benefit. A legislative history list and a Washington, D.C. update are also on the agenda.

• FY 2023-24 State Budget Update, including transit operating fiscal cliff negotiations
• Bay Area transit agencies' near-term operating deficits and efforts to address them
• Assembly Bill 1085 (Maienschein): adds housing support services as Medi-Cal benefit
• Legislative history: detailed list of bills ABAG and MTC are tracking in Sacramento
• Washington, D.C. legislative update from Summit Strategies

The committee adopted a support position for Assembly Bill 1085, which proposes adding housing support services as a Medi-Cal benefit for people experiencing or at risk of homelessness. This position will be forwarded to the ABAG Executive Board and MTC Commission for final approval. The committee also approved the June 9, 2023, meeting minutes.

• Approved support for AB 1085 (Maienschein) regarding housing support services (9-0)
• Approved June 9, 2023, meeting minutes (10-0)

Joint MTC Planning Committee with the ABAG Administrative Committee

The Joint MTC Planning Committee with the ABAG Administrative Committee will hear informational updates on long-range planning efforts, including the kickoff of Plan Bay Area 2050+ and the Transit 2050+ modal plan, as well as the Active Transportation Plan 5-Year Implementation Plan. The committee will also consider approving minutes from the June 9, 2023 meetings. No votes on substantive policy items are scheduled.

• Update on Plan Bay Area 2050+ scope, schedule, problem statement, goals, and network definition
• Update on Transit 2050+ modal plan
• Update on Active Transportation Plan 5-Year Implementation Plan
• Approval of MTC Planning Committee minutes from June 9, 2023
• Approval of ABAG Administrative Committee minutes from June 9, 2023

The MTC Planning Committee and ABAG Administrative Committee met to approve their respective minutes from June 9, 2023. The committees received informational updates on long-range planning and the Active Transportation Plan 5-Year Implementation Plan.

• Approved MTC Planning Committee minutes of June 9, 2023 (7-0)
• Approved ABAG Administrative Committee summary minutes of June 9, 2023

Regional Network Management Committee

The Regional Network Management Committee is meeting to discuss the transition from the Operations Committee and to approve several contracts and agreements, including a $7.5 million cooperative agreement with Caltrans for I-880 fiber communications improvements. The consent calendar includes contracts for traffic data collection, HOV lane extension, and Clipper card services, as well as financial statements for the Service Authority for Freeways and Expressways.

• Cooperative agreement with Caltrans for I-880 fiber communications improvements ($7,500,000)
• Contract for Bay Area traffic data collection services with Kimley-Horn and Associates ($500,000)
• Contract amendment for I-580/I-80 HOV lane extension project ($1,000,000)
• Contract for Smart Transbay Transit with Arcadis ($443,000)
• Supplier panel for Clipper C2 limited-use contactless smart cards

Bay Area Housing Finance Authority Oversight Committee

The Bay Area Housing Finance Authority Oversight Committee, meeting jointly with the ABAG Housing Committee, will consider approving a $2.6 million contract amendment for the Doorway Housing Portal and discuss options for a potential 2024 affordable housing bond measure. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of minutes and public comment.

• Authorization of second amendment to Exygy Inc. contract for Doorway Housing Portal, increasing not-to-exceed value to $2.6 million and extending termination date to March 31, 2024
• Discussion on BAHFA's Regional Housing Revenue Allocation Options for a 2024 Affordable Housing Bond Measure
• Approval of ABAG Housing Committee minutes from June 8, 2023
• Approval of BAHFA Oversight Committee minutes from June 8, 2023

ABAG Housing Committee

The ABAG Housing Committee and BAHFA Oversight Committee are meeting jointly to discuss preparation for a 2024 affordable housing bond measure, including regional housing revenue allocation options. They will also consider approving minutes from June 8, 2023, and authorizing a contract amendment for the Doorway Housing Portal web design services.

• Discussion on BAHFA's Regional Housing Revenue Allocation Options for a 2024 Affordable Housing Bond Measure
• Authorization of second amendment to contract with Exygy Inc. for Doorway Housing Portal, increasing value to $2.6 million and extending to March 31, 2024
• Approval of ABAG Housing Committee minutes from June 8, 2023
• Approval of BAHFA Oversight Committee minutes from June 8, 2023

The ABAG Housing Committee approved its consent calendar, which included the minutes from the June 8, 2023 meeting. The BAHFA Oversight Committee did not take action on its consent calendar due to a lack of quorum. The committee also held a discussion regarding BAHFA's Regional Housing Revenue Allocation Options.

• Approved ABAG Housing Committee Minutes of June 8, 2023 (6-0)
• BAHFA Oversight Committee took no action on consent calendar items due to lack of quorum

Programming and Allocations Committee

The Programming and Allocations Committee will consider allocating $379 million in Regional Measure 3 capital funds to ACTC, SMCTA, STA, and VTA for specific projects, and will also vote on revisions to the FY 2023-24 MTC Fund Estimate and allocations of TDA, STA, and RM2 revenues to transit operators. Other actions include approving the 2023 TIP Amendment, federal earmark repurposing, and revisions to One Bay Area Grant programs. The agenda also includes informational items on BART railcar financing and state funding programs.

• $379M RM3 allocation to ACTC, SMCTA, STA, VTA for projects like I-680 Express Lanes, 101/92 Connector, Solano Rail Hub, Eastridge to BART
• FY 2023-24 MTC Fund Estimate and TDA/STA/RM2 revenue allocations to four transit operators and TJPA
• 2023 TIP Amendment 2023-15 (Resolution 4545)
• FY 2022-23 Federal Earmark Repurposing under Consolidated Appropriations Act
• Revisions to OBAG 2 and 3 programs including CRRSAA fund reassignments

The Programming and Allocations Committee approved several referrals to the Commission, including a $379 million allocation of Regional Measure 3 capital funds for various transit and highway projects. The committee also approved the Consent Calendar and a referral regarding the FY 2023-24 MTC Fund Estimate and transit operator revenues.

• Approved referral of $379 million in RM3 capital funds for ACTC, SMCTA, STA, and VTA (6-0)
• Approved referral of FY 2023-24 MTC Fund Estimate and transit operator revenue allocations (6-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar including TIP Amendment 2023-15 and federal earmark repurposing (6-0)
• Approved revisions to One Bay Area Grant programs OBAG 2 and 3 (6-0)
• Approved expansion of Executive Director's Delegated Authority to include Regional Measure 3 funding (6-0)
• Approved June 14, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)

Administration Committee

The Administration Committee of the Metropolitan Transportation Commission will review and approve several items, including the June 14, 2023 meeting minutes, third-quarter financial statements and travel reports, a contract amendment for a travel diary survey, and a leadership coaching contract. The meeting is largely procedural, with most items on the consent calendar.

• Contract amendment with Resource Systems Group for travel diary survey ($770,300)
• Funding agreement with San Francisco County Transportation Authority ($270,000)
• Contract with Ace-Up, Inc. for leadership coaching and development ($900,000)
• Approval of June 14, 2023 meeting minutes
• Third-quarter financial statements and travel report (FY 2022-23)

The Committee unanimously approved the consent calendar, which included several administrative contracts and the minutes from the June 14, 2023 meeting. Financial statements and travel reports were presented for information.

• Approved Administration Committee Minutes of the June 14, 2023 Meeting (6-0)
• Approved 2021 Travel Diary Survey Program contract amendment with Resource Systems Group for $770,300 and funding agreement with San Francisco County Transportation Authority for $270,000 (6-0)
• Approved leadership coaching and development contract with Ace-Up, Inc. for $900,000 (6-0)

Bay Area Toll Authority Oversight Committee

The Bay Area Toll Authority Oversight Committee will consider several consent calendar items, including a $1.55 million contract amendment for the California Highway Patrol's enhanced enforcement program, a $1 million change order for FasTrak customer service support, and $1.2 million in purchase orders for toll system maintenance. The committee will also review unaudited third-quarter financial statements for fiscal year 2022-23. Public comment is invited.

• Contract amendment for CHP Construction and Maintenance Zone Enhanced Enforcement Program ($1,550,000)
• Contract change order for FasTrak Regional Customer Service Center support for Payment Plan Program and Toll Payment Information Campaign with Conduent State and Local Solutions, Inc. ($1,000,000)
• Purchase orders for Advanced Toll Collection and Accounting System hardware maintenance, telecom, and network maintenance from Hewlett Packard Enterprise, AT&T, and SSP Data ($1,200,000 combined)
• Approval of June 14, 2023 meeting minutes
• Fiscal Year 2022-23 BATA Third Quarter Financial Statements (unaudited)

The Committee unanimously approved the consent calendar, which included funding for highway enforcement and toll system maintenance. The meeting also included a review of unaudited third-quarter financial statements for Fiscal Year 2022-23.

• Approved June 14, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved $1,550,000 contract amendment for CHP Construction and Maintenance Zone Enhanced Enforcement Program
• Approved $1,000,000 contract change order for Conduent State and Local Solutions, Inc. regarding FasTrak customer service and payment campaigns
• Approved $1,200,000 in combined purchase orders for Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company, AT&T, and SSP Data for toll collection and network maintenance

Bay Area Headquarters Authority

The Bay Area Headquarters Authority will consider adopting its FY 2023-24 operating and capital budgets and approving a contract amendment with Swinerton Builders for first-floor reconfiguration at 375 Beale Street. The consent calendar includes approval of prior minutes, a no-weapons policy resolution, and a furniture procurement contract amendment. Staff will also provide a building and operations update.

• Adoption of FY 2023-24 Operating and Capital Budgets (Resolution No. 046)
• Contract amendment with Swinerton Builders for first-floor reconfiguration, not to exceed $4,239,068 plus $423,907 contingency
• Contract amendment with KBM Office Equipment Inc. for furniture procurement ($300,000)
• Resolution No. 044 establishing a No Weapons Policy at Bay Area Metro Center
• Approval of May 24, 2023 meeting minutes

The Bay Area Headquarters Authority adopted the operating and capital budgets for fiscal year 2023-24. The board also approved a contract amendment for first-floor reconfiguration services at the Bay Area Metro Center. Other approved items included a no weapons policy and furniture procurement services.

• Adopted FY 2023-24 Operating and Capital Budgets (6-0)
• Approved $4,662,975 contract amendment with Swinerton Builders for first-floor reconfiguration (6-0)
• Approved Bay Area Metro Center No Weapons Policy (6-0)
• Approved $300,000 contract amendment for furniture procurement with KBM Office Equipment Inc. (6-0)
• Approved May 24, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)

Service Authority for Freeways and Expressways

The Service Authority for Freeways and Expressways (SAFE) unanimously adopted the FY 2023-24 Operating and Capital Budgets. The Authority also approved the May 24, 2023 meeting minutes and an amendment to the FY 2022-23 budgets.

• Adopted SAFE Resolution No. 71 for FY 2023-24 Operating and Capital Budgets (15-0)
• Approved FY 2022-23 Operating and Capital Budgets Amendment via Resolution No. 69 (15-0)
• Approved May 24, 2023 meeting minutes (15-0)

Bay Area Toll Authority

The Bay Area Toll Authority will consider adopting Resolution No. 169, which authorizes the Fiscal Year 2023-24 Operating and Capital Budgets. The board will also approve minutes from the May 24, 2023 meeting. Public comment is invited.

• Adoption of BATA Resolution No. 169 for FY 2023-24 Operating and Capital Budgets
• Approval of May 24, 2023 meeting minutes

The Bay Area Toll Authority unanimously adopted Resolution No. 169 to authorize the FY 2023-24 Operating and Capital Budgets. The Authority also approved the minutes from the May 24, 2023 meeting.

• Adopted BATA Resolution No. 169 for FY 2023-24 Operating and Capital Budgets (15-0)
• Approved May 24, 2023 meeting minutes (15-0)

Metropolitan Transportation Commission

The Metropolitan Transportation Commission will vote on allocating $271.6 million in Regional Measure 3 capital funds to several highway and transit projects across the Bay Area, including express lanes and interchanges. The commission will also consider approving its FY 2023-24 operating and capital budget, a $36.4 million grant package for local Plan Bay Area 2050 implementation, and several other funding allocations and program updates. The agenda includes numerous consent calendar items covering budget amendments, transit fund distributions, and program revisions.

• Allocation of $271.6M in RM3 capital funds to I-80 Express Lanes, I-680/SR-4 Interchange, US-101 Marin-Sonoma Narrows, and other projects
• Approval of $36.4M in grants for local Plan Bay Area 2050 implementation (Climate Initiatives and Growth Framework)
• Adoption of $43.6M FY2023-24 Regional Measure 2 Operating and Marketing Assistance Program
• Adoption of $10.8M FY2023-24 Regional State Transit Assistance (STA) Program
• Clipper START pilot program update and extension to June 30, 2025

The Commission approved several major funding allocations, including $271.6 million for Regional Measure 3 capital projects and $36.4 million for Plan Bay Area 2050 grants. The body also adopted the FY 2023-24 Operating and Capital Budgets and extended the Clipper START fare discount pilot. Additionally, the Commission voted to support three state assembly bills regarding transit and housing.

• Allocated $271.6 million in RM3 capital funds to STA, BAIFA, CCTA, TAM, and NVTA (15-0)
• Approved $36.4 million in grants for Plan Bay Area 2050 implementation (15-0)
• Adopted FY 2023-24 MTC Operating and Capital Budgets (14-0)
• Extended Clipper START transit fare discount pilot until June 30, 2025 (15-0)
• Allocated $2.6 million in TDA funds to Solano County Transit (15-0)
• Adopted $43.6 million FY2023-24 RM2 Operating and Marketing Assistance Program (15-0)
• Adopted $10.8 million FY2023-24 Regional State Transit Assistance Program (15-0)
• Voted to support AB 761, AB 1377, and AB 1657 (15-0 each)

Bay Area Housing Finance Authority

The Bay Area Housing Finance Authority is meeting to approve several items, including a $5 million rental assistance pilot program funded by MTC exchange funds, a $250,000 contract for eviction and legal services research, and the FY 2023-24 operating budget. The agenda also includes consent items such as approving prior minutes and appointing a new advisory committee member. Public comment is invited.

• Approval of BAHFA Resolution No. 0030 to accept $5 million in MTC Exchange Funds and create a Rental Assistance Pilot Program
• Authorization of a 16-month contract with Centro Legal de la Raza for up to $250,000 for eviction and legal services research
• Adoption of BAHFA Resolution No. 29 for the FY 2023-24 Operating Budget
• Appointment of Consuelo Hernandez to the BAHFA Advisory Committee
• Approval of minutes from the May 24, 2023 meeting

The Authority accepted $5 million in MTC Exchange Funds to create a Rental Assistance Pilot Program. The board also approved the operating budget for Fiscal Year 2023-2024 and a contract for eviction research services.

• Approved $5 million for Rental Assistance Pilot Program via Resolution No. 0030 (15-0)
• Adopted FY 2023-2024 Operating Budget via Resolution No. 29 (15-0)
• Approved contract with Centro Legal de la Raza up to $250,000 for eviction research (13-0)
• Approved appointment of Consuelo Hernandez to the Advisory Committee (13-0)
• Approved May 24, 2023 meeting minutes (13-0)

Bay Area Infrastructure Financing Authority

The Bay Area Infrastructure Financing Authority will consider approving its FY 2023-24 operating and capital budget, a $9.4 million contract change for the Express Lane toll system integrator, and several other items on the consent calendar. The meeting also includes a resolution to allocate Regional Measure 3 funds for the I-80 Express Lanes in Solano County and purchase orders for network and telecommunication services.

• Contract change order for TransCore, LP totaling $9,395,421
• BAIFA Resolution No. 48 for I-80 Express Lanes RM3 allocation
• Purchase order for network consulting services: SSP Data ($665,000)
• Purchase order for telecommunication services: AT&T ($235,000)
• BAIFA Resolution No. 47 for FY 2023-24 operating and capital budget

The Authority unanimously adopted Resolution No. 47 to authorize the FY 2023-24 Operating and Capital Budgets. Additionally, the board approved several contracts and funding allocations for express lane systems and network services.

• Adopted FY 2023-24 Operating and Capital Budgets via Resolution No. 47 (15-0)
• Approved $9,395,421 contract change order for TransCore, LP (15-0)
• Approved RM3 allocation request for I-80 Solano Toll System via Resolution No. 48 (15-0)
• Approved $665,000 purchase order for SSP Data network consulting (15-0)
• Approved $235,000 purchase order for AT&T telecommunication services (15-0)
• Approved May 24, 2023 meeting minutes (15-0)

Clipper Executive Board

The Clipper Executive Board will vote on a $200,000 contract amendment for Clipper START outreach with Caribou Public Relations, Inc. for fiscal year 2023-2024. The board will also receive updates on the Next Generation Clipper System (C2) implementation schedule and current Clipper operations and performance.

• Contract amendment: Caribou Public Relations, Inc., $200,000 for Clipper START Outreach FY 2023-2024
• Update on Next Generation Clipper System (C2) implementation and deployment
• Current Clipper operations and performance update
• Approval of May 22, 2023 meeting minutes

The Clipper Executive Board approved a contract amendment for Caribou Public Relations, Inc. to conduct Clipper START outreach for Fiscal Year 2023-2024. The board also approved the minutes from the May 22, 2023 meeting and received updates on the Next Generation Clipper System.

• Approved $200,000 contract amendment for Caribou Public Relations, Inc. (9-0)
• Approved May 22, 2023 meeting minutes (9-0)

Fare Integration Task Force

The Task Force unanimously approved the minutes from the April 24, 2023 meeting. Staff provided an information update regarding the Clipper BayPass pilot Phase 2 and a proposed participation agreement between transit operators and MTC.

• Approved minutes from the April 24, 2023 meeting (13-0)

Bay Area Housing Finance Authority Advisory Committee

The Bay Area Housing Finance Authority Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss preparation for a 2024 affordable housing bond measure, specifically reviewing regional housing revenue allocation options. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of previous meeting minutes, public comment, and member announcements. No final decisions are expected on the bond measure at this meeting; it is a discussion item.

• Discussion on regional housing revenue allocation options for a 2024 affordable housing bond measure
• Approval of May 25, 2023 meeting minutes
• Public comment period
• Chair's report

The committee approved the Consent Calendar, which included the minutes from the May 25, 2023 meeting. Members also discussed regional housing revenue allocation options for the 2024 Affordable Housing Bond Measure.

• Approved Consent Calendar including May 25, 2023 minutes (6-0, 2 abstentions)

Board of Directors of 375 Beale Condominium Corporation

The Board of Directors of 375 Beale Condominium Corporation will meet to approve the minutes of the March 14, 2023 meeting, receive a report on building operations and projects, and vote on the FY 2023-24 operating budget and common area assessments. Public comment is invited.

• Approval of minutes from March 14, 2023 meeting
• Building operations and projects report (including property management, safety, security)
• FY 2023-24 Operating Budget and assessments approval

The Board of Directors of 375 Beale Condominium Corporation approved the operating budget and assessments for fiscal year 2023-24. The Board also approved the minutes from the March 14, 2023 meeting.

• Approved FY 2023-24 Operating Budget and common area and shared service operation assessments (3-0)
• Approved March 14, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)

ABAG General Assembly

The ABAG General Assembly will hold a business meeting to consider adopting the proposed Fiscal Year 2023-24 Operating Budget and Work Program, including membership dues. The agenda also includes reports from the President and Executive Director, approval of prior meeting minutes, and informational presentations on regional prosperity and local economic development case studies. The meeting will also celebrate ABAG's 60th anniversary.

• Adoption of Resolution No. 11-2023 authorizing the FY 2023-24 ABAG Operating Budget and Work Program (Items 7.a and 7.b)
• Approval of minutes from the June 17, 2022 General Assembly Conference and Business Meeting (Items 6.a and 6.b)
• Keynote presentation by Tracy Hadden Loh on 'Prosperity and the Power of Place in the Bay Area' (Item 8)
• Panel presentation on Bay Area case studies for regional prosperity (Item 9)
• Celebration of ABAG's 60th anniversary (Item 10)

The ABAG General Assembly approved the operating budget and work program for Fiscal Year 2023-24 via Resolution No. 11-2023. The assembly also approved the meeting minutes from June 17, 2022.

• Adopted Resolution No. 11-2023 for FY 2023-24 Operating Budget and Work Program by County Delegates (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 11-2023 for FY 2023-24 Operating Budget and Work Program by City/Town Delegates (passed; 1 nay, 1 abstain)
• Approved June 17, 2022 meeting minutes by County Delegates (unanimous)
• Approved June 17, 2022 meeting minutes by City/Town Delegates (passed; 1 nay, 1 abstain)

Bay Area Housing Finance Authority Leadership Fund

The Board approved the minutes from December 9, 2022. It also authorized the Secretary to execute an agreement to accept a grant from Google LLC and transfer those funds to the Bay Area Housing Finance Authority.

• Approved Consent Calendar, including December 9, 2022 minutes (2-0, 1 absent)
• Authorized Secretary to accept and implement grant from Google LLC (2-0, 1 absent)

ABAG POWER Executive Committee

The ABAG POWER Executive Committee is meeting to consider several action items, including approving a $12,372,840 operating budget for fiscal year 2023-24, a contract amendment for natural gas scheduling services, and a membership agreement for a renewable natural gas program. They will also receive an informational report on natural gas operations. The meeting includes routine items like approving minutes from a prior special meeting.

• Approval of FY 2023-24 Operating Budget of $12,372,840 with levelized charges
• Amendment to GPT Secure, LLC contract for natural gas scheduling, increasing compensation by $83,375 to total $496,975
• Approval of Renewable Natural Gas Program membership agreement
• Report on natural gas program operations, including purchases and hedge position
• Approval of minutes from April 20, 2023 special meeting

Policy Advisory Council

The Policy Advisory Council is meeting to hear an update on Tasks 1 and 2 of the Transit 2050+ modal plan, covering draft goals and network definition. Members will also receive a briefing on the FY 2023-24 state budget with a focus on transportation, housing, and climate adaptation provisions. The agenda includes routine items such as approval of prior meeting minutes, subcommittee reports, and staff liaison updates.

• Transit 2050+ draft goals and network definition update (40-minute presentation)
• FY 2023-24 state budget update focusing on transportation, housing, and climate adaptation
• Approval of May 10, 2023 meeting minutes
• Subcommittee reports from Equity & Access and Transit Transformation Action Plan subcommittees
• Staff liaison report on recent MTC policy decisions

The Council unanimously approved the minutes from the May 10, 2023 meeting. Other agenda items consisted of informational updates regarding transit goals, the state budget, and subcommittee reports.

• Approved May 10, 2023 Meeting Minutes (18-0)
• Removed Monica Mallon from Transit Transformation Action Plan Subcommittee
• Appointed Charley Lavery to Transit Transformation Action Plan Subcommittee
• Appointed Dylan Fabris to Transit Transformation Action Plan Subcommittee
• Appointed Johnny Parker Jr. to Equity and Access Subcommittee

Bay Area Housing Finance Authority Leadership Fund

The Bay Area Housing Finance Authority Leadership Fund is holding a special meeting to consider authorizing its Secretary to accept a potential grant from Google LLC and transfer it to the Bay Area Housing Finance Authority. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from December 9, 2022, and routine reports and announcements.

• Delegation of authority to accept and implement grant from Google LLC
• Approval of minutes from December 9, 2022
• President's report
• Member announcements

Bay Area Toll Authority Oversight Committee

The Bay Area Toll Authority Oversight Committee will consider approving a $16.5 million contract with Yunex LLC for maintenance of toll equipment and express lane infrastructure, along with a cooperative agreement with BAIFA, MTC, and MTC SAFE. The committee will also vote on several consent calendar items, including purchase orders for FasTrak toll tags, contract amendments for financial advisory services, customer service support, and marketing, as well as a funding agreement amendment for the BART Inspector General. The draft FY 2023-24 operating and capital budgets will be presented for information.

• Contract with Yunex LLC for regional tolling infrastructure maintenance, not to exceed $16,500,000 through June 30, 2026
• Purchase orders for FasTrak toll tags: Star Systems America, LLC ($4,037,592) and Neology, Inc. ($141,756)
• Contract amendment for financial advisory services with PFM Financial Advisors LLC ($300,000)
• Funding agreement amendment with Bay Area Rapid Transit District for BART Inspector General ($11,600,000)
• Draft BATA FY 2023-24 Operating and Capital Budgets (information item)

The Committee approved a contract with Yunex LLC for toll bridge and express lane maintenance. Several other contract amendments and purchase orders for FasTrak and regional transit projects were approved via the consent calendar.

• Approved $16.5M contract with Yunex LLC for Regional Tolling Infrastructure Maintenance Services (7-1)
• Approved cooperative agreement with BAIFA, MTC, and MTC SAFE for asset maintenance delegation (7-1)
• Approved $4,037,592 and $141,756 purchase orders for FasTrak toll tags (6-0)
• Approved $11.6M funding agreement amendment for Office of the BART Inspector General (6-0)
• Approved $1M contract amendment for FasTrak Customer Service Center technical assistance (6-0)
• Approved $3.35M in FasTrak marketing contract amendments for Polytechnic Marketing, Kalamuna Inc., and Caribou Public Relations (6-0)
• Approved $1M in Equity Action Plan contract amendments for Davis & Associates and HNTB Corporation (6-0)
• Approved $300,000 financial advisory services amendment for PFM Financial Advisors LLC (6-0)

Programming and Allocations Committee

The Committee unanimously approved a series of funding allocations and program revisions, including $271.6 million in Regional Measure 3 capital funds. Other actions included approving the FY2023-24 RM2 and STA programs and extending the Clipper START pilot program.

• Approved $271.6M RM3 capital funds referral to Commission (7-0)
• Approved extension of Clipper START pilot program to June 30, 2025 (7-0)
• Approved $43.6M FY2023-24 RM2 Operating and Marketing Assistance Program (7-0)
• Approved $10.8M FY2023-24 Regional State Transit Assistance Program (7-0)
• Approved $2.6M TDA funds for Solano County Transit (7-0)
• Approved $59M for OBAG 3 Regional Growth Framework and Climate Initiatives (7-0)
• Approved referral of TDA, STA, RM2, and AB 1107 allocations to Commission (7-0)
• Approved 2023 Transportation Improvement Program Amendment 2023-13 (7-0)

Administration Committee

The Administration Committee will review and potentially approve several contracts and agreements, including a $2 million transit planning contract, a $1.55 million purchase order, and a $1.125 million website support amendment. They will also receive the draft FY 2023-24 operating and capital budget and an investment report. The meeting is largely routine, with most items on the consent calendar.

• Contract for Transit Connected Network Planning (Transit 2050+): Fehr & Peers ($2,000,000)
• Purchase Order for Packet Process Analysis and Improvement: Slalom, LLC ($1,550,000)
• Contract Amendment for Agency Website Support Services: Peak Digital, LLC ($1,125,000)
• Regional Measure 3 Operating Program Funding Agreement Supplements for AC Transit, GGBHTD, LAVTA, and NVTA
• Draft MTC FY 2023-24 Operating and Capital Budget

The Committee approved a series of purchase orders, contract amendments, and funding agreements via the Consent Calendar. These actions include payments for website support, process analysis, and transit network planning.

• Approved May 10, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0-1)
• Approved $1,550,000 purchase order for Slalom, LLC for Packet Process Analysis and Improvement (6-0-1)
• Approved $1,125,000 contract amendment for Peak Digital, LLC for Agency Website Support Services (6-0-1)
• Approved Regional Measure 3 Operating Program Funding Agreement Supplements for AC Transit, GGBHTD, LAVTA, and NVTA (6-0-1)
• Approved $2,000,000 contract for Fehr & Peers for Transit Connected Network Planning (6-0-1)
• Approved $51,000 contract amendment for AECOM Technical Services, Inc. for Climate Adaptation Systems Mapping (6-0-1)

Policy Advisory Council Transit Transformation Action Plan Subcommittee

The Policy Advisory Council Transit Transformation Action Plan Subcommittee is meeting to discuss updates on accessibility items and the Transit 2050+ modal plan, including draft goals and network definition. They will also consider approving minutes from previous meetings. No final decisions are expected on the informational items.

• Approval of March 13 and May 8, 2023 meeting minutes
• Update on Transit Transformation Action Plan Accessibility Items, including contract action for Trapeze C2 Paratransit
• Transit 2050+ draft goals and network definition update (Tasks 1 and 2)

Operations Committee

The Committee unanimously approved a series of contract amendments for Clipper customer service and education, as well as a regional tolling infrastructure maintenance agreement. The FY 2023-24 SAFE Operating and Capital Budgets were referred to the Service Authority for Freeways and Expressways Authority.

• Approved Regional Tolling Infrastructure Maintenance Services agreement (7-0)
• Approved Clipper In-Person Customer Service contract amendments for TTEC ($520,000), Nematode ($300,000), and AC Transit ($245,000) (7-0)
• Approved Clipper Customer Education Services contract amendment for MIG, Inc. ($2,700,000) (7-0)
• Approved Clipper Network Services purchase order for AT&T ($400,000) (7-0)
• Referred FY 2023-24 SAFE Operating and Capital Budgets to the Service Authority for Freeways and Expressways Authority (7-0)
• Approved April 14, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)

ABAG Administrative Committee

The ABAG Administrative Committee, meeting jointly with the MTC Planning Committee, will consider approving $36.4 million in grants for local implementation of Plan Bay Area 2050, including mobility hubs, parking management, and planning for Priority Development Areas. The committee will also review a $525,000 contract for community planning services, a $4.3 million EPA funding agreement for nature-based shoreline solutions, and hear an update on public engagement for Plan Bay Area 2050+. Consent calendar items include approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Approval of $36.4 million in grants for Plan Bay Area 2050 implementation (Climate Initiatives and Growth Framework programs)
• Contract with Baird + Driskell Community Planning for $525,000 under Regional Early Action Planning Grant
• Funding agreement with U.S. EPA for $4,329,459 for nature-based shoreline solutions, with subawards to CSU Channel Islands ($236,909), Nuestra Casa ($121,371), Fairfield Suisun Sewer District ($300,000), and City of Hayward ($600,000)
• Plan Bay Area 2050+ Public Engagement Overview (information item)
• Next Generation Bay Area Freeways Study: Pathways for Round 1 Analysis (information item)

The ABAG Administrative Committee approved a consent calendar including a $525,000 planning contract and a $4.3 million EPA funding agreement. The committee also ratified the appointment of Pat Eklund to the BARC Governing Board. Additionally, $36.4 million in grants for Plan Bay Area 2050 implementation was approved.

• Approved Consent Calendar (5-0)
• Approved $525,000 contract for Baird + Driskell Community Planning (5-0)
• Approved $4,329,459 EPA funding agreement for nature-based shoreline solutions (5-0)
• Ratified appointment of Pat Eklund to BARC Governing Board (5-0)
• Approved $36.4 million in grants for Plan Bay Area 2050 implementation
• Approved ABAG Administrative Committee Summary Minutes of April 14, 2023 (5-0)

Joint MTC ABAG Legislation Committee

The Joint MTC ABAG Legislation Committee will review state and federal legislative updates, including a $10 billion housing bond (AB 1657) and two transit-related bills (AB 761, AB 1377), and consider recommending MTC/ABAG support. It will also hear a state budget update and consider approving the 2023 MTC Public Participation Plan.

• AB 1657 (Wicks): $10 billion general obligation housing bond for March 2024 ballot – support recommendation
• AB 761 (Friedman): Transit Transformation Task Force – support recommendation
• AB 1377 (Friedman): Homelessness assistance on transit reporting – support recommendation
• MTC Resolution No. 4590: Revised Draft 2023 MTC Public Participation Plan – approval recommendation
• FY 2023-24 State Budget Update – information item

The Joint MTC ABAG Legislation Committee voted to support three state bills regarding transit funding, homelessness assistance, and housing bonds. These positions were forwarded to the MTC Commission and ABAG Executive Board for final approval. The committee also approved the April 14, 2023 meeting minutes.

• Approved April 14, 2023 meeting minutes (11-0)
• Adopted support for AB 761 (Transit Transformation Task Force) to be forwarded to MTC Commission (11-0)
• Adopted support for AB 1377 (Homelessness Assistance on Transit) to be forwarded to ABAG Executive Board and MTC Commission (10-0)
• Adopted support for AB 1657 (Statewide Housing Bond) to be forwarded to ABAG Executive Board and MTC Commission (10-0)

Joint MTC Planning Committee with the ABAG Administrative Committee

The Joint MTC Planning Committee with the ABAG Administrative Committee will consider approving $36.4 million in grants to support local implementation of Plan Bay Area 2050, including mobility hubs, parking management, and planning for Priority Development Areas. The committee will also review a $525,000 contract for regional early action planning, a $4.3 million EPA funding agreement for nature-based shoreline solutions, and an overview of public engagement for Plan Bay Area 2050+. Several items are routine approvals of minutes and appointments.

• Approval of $36.4 million in local grants for Plan Bay Area 2050 implementation (item 7a)
• Contract with Baird + Driskell Community Planning for $525,000 (item 6b)
• Funding agreement with EPA for $4,329,459 for nature-based shoreline solutions, with subawards to CSU Channel Islands ($236,909), Nuestra Casa ($121,371), Fairfield Suisun Sewer District ($300,000), and City of Hayward ($600,000) (item 6d)
• Plan Bay Area 2050+ Public Engagement Overview (items 3b and 6c)
• Next Generation Bay Area Freeways Study: Round 1 analysis pathways (item 8a)

The Joint MTC Planning and ABAG Administrative Committee referred $36.4 million in grant recommendations for Plan Bay Area 2050 implementation to the MTC. The ABAG Administrative Committee approved several contracts and funding agreements, including a $525,000 planning grant and $4.3 million for shoreline solutions.

• Referred $36.4 million in Plan Bay Area 2050 local grant recommendations to MTC (6-0)
• Approved $525,000 contract for Regional Early Action Planning Grant to Baird + Driskell Community Planning
• Approved $4,329,459 EPA funding agreement for nature-based shoreline solutions
• Approved subawards for shoreline solutions: CSU Channel Islands ($236,909), Nuestra Casa ($121,371), Fairfield Suisun Sewer District ($300,000), and City of Hayward ($600,000)
• Approved ABAG Committee Appointments
• Approved MTC Planning Committee minutes from April 14, 2023 (6-0)
• Approved ABAG Administrative Committee summary minutes from April 14, 2023

ABAG Housing Committee

The ABAG Housing Committee and BAHFA Oversight Committee are meeting jointly to approve consent calendar items and take action on two significant BAHFA items: a $250,000 contract for eviction and legal services research, and acceptance of $5 million in MTC Exchange Funds to create a rental assistance pilot program. The meeting also includes routine approvals of minutes and an advisory committee appointment.

• Contract with Centro Legal de la Raza for up to $250,000 for eviction and legal services research for BAHFA's Anti-Displacement Pilot
• Acceptance of $5 million in MTC Exchange Funds and creation of a BAHFA Rental Assistance Pilot Program
• Appointment of Consuelo Hernandez to the BAHFA Advisory Committee
• Approval of minutes from May 11, 2023 for both committees

The BAHFA Oversight Committee approved the creation of a Rental Assistance Pilot Program using $5 million in MTC Exchange Funds. The committee also approved the appointment of Consuelo Hernandez to the BAHFA Advisory Committee and a contract for legal services research.

• Approved ABAG Housing Committee Consent Calendar (7-0)
• Approved ABAG Housing Committee Minutes of May 11, 2023 (7-0)
• Appointed Consuelo Hernandez to the BAHFA Advisory Committee (7-0)
• Approved BAHFA Oversight Committee Minutes of May 11, 2023
• Recommended 16-month contract with Centro Legal de la Raza up to $250,000 for anti-displacement research
• Approved acceptance of $5 million in MTC Exchange Funds for BAHFA Rental Assistance Pilot Program

Bay Area Housing Finance Authority Oversight Committee

The Bay Area Housing Finance Authority Oversight Committee, meeting jointly with the ABAG Housing Committee, will consider several action items, including a $250,000 contract for eviction and legal services research and the acceptance of $5 million in MTC Exchange Funds to create a rental assistance pilot program. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes and an advisory committee appointment.

• Contract with Centro Legal de la Raza for up to $250,000 for eviction and legal services research for the Anti-Displacement Pilot
• Acceptance of $5 million in MTC Exchange Funds and creation of a BAHFA Rental Assistance Pilot Program
• Appointment of Consuelo Hernandez to the BAHFA Advisory Committee
• Approval of minutes from May 11, 2023, for both the ABAG Housing Committee and BAHFA Oversight Committee

The BAHFA Oversight Committee recommended the creation of a Rental Assistance Pilot Program using $5 million in MTC Exchange Funds. The committee also approved its consent calendar, which included a contract recommendation for eviction research and a committee appointment.

• Recommended adoption of BAHFA Resolution No. 0030 to accept $5 million in MTC Exchange Funds for a Rental Assistance Pilot Program (7-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar (6-0), including recommendation of a contract not to exceed $250,000 with Centro Legal de la Raza for eviction and legal services research
• Approved appointment of Consuelo Hernandez to the BAHFA Advisory Committee (6-0)
• Approved BAHFA Oversight Committee Minutes of May 11, 2023 (6-0)

Bay Area Regional Collaborative

The Bay Area Regional Collaborative Governing Board will hold a special meeting to approve the draft Fiscal Year 2023-2024 budget and the minutes from the March 17, 2023 meeting. They will also receive informational reports from member agencies and BARC's executive director, and discuss preliminary systems mapping results. Public comment is invited.

• Approval of BARC Draft Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Budget
• Approval of minutes from March 17, 2023 BARC Governing Board meeting
• Presentation and discussion of preliminary systems maps and emerging questions
• Reports from BCDC, BAAQMD, Regional Water Board, ABAG/MTC, and Coastal Conservancy

Policy Advisory Council Equity & Access Subcommittee

The Policy Advisory Council Equity & Access Subcommittee will meet to hear an update on the One Bay Area Grant (OBAG) 3 program, including equity considerations and next steps. They will also open nominations for the 2022-2023 Chair and Vice Chair positions, with elections scheduled for the June 23 meeting. The subcommittee will approve minutes from previous meetings and take up any new business.

• Update on One Bay Area Grant (OBAG) 3 program, including equity considerations and next steps
• Nominations opened for 2022-2023 Subcommittee Chair and Vice Chair
• Approval of January 27, 2023 and April 28, 2023 meeting minutes
• Public comments accepted via Zoom, phone, or email

The subcommittee approved the meeting minutes from January 27 and April 28, 2023. The meeting included updates on the One Bay Area Grant (OBAG) 3 Program and opened nominations for the 2022-2023 Subcommittee Chair and Vice Chair.

• Approved January 27, 2023 and April 28, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0, 1 abstain)
• Opened nominations for 2022-2023 Subcommittee Chair and Vice Chair

Bay Area Housing Finance Authority Advisory Committee

The Bay Area Housing Finance Authority Advisory Committee will consider adopting Resolution No. 0030 to accept $5 million from the Metropolitan Transportation Commission and establish a Rental Assistance Pilot Program. The committee will also hear a presentation on affordable housing construction cost drivers and variations between jurisdictions and building types. Other agenda items include approval of prior meeting minutes, public comment, and member announcements.

• Resolution No. 0030: accept $5 million from MTC for Rental Assistance Pilot Program
• Presentation on Affordable Housing Construction Costs and Drivers of Cost Variations
• Approval of April 27, 2023 meeting minutes
• Public comment and member announcements

The BAHFA Advisory Committee recommended the adoption of Resolution No. 0030 to accept a $5 million grant from the Metropolitan Transportation Commission. This funding is intended to establish the BAHFA Rental Assistance Pilot Program. The committee also approved the minutes from the April 27, 2023 meeting.

• Recommended adoption of Resolution No. 0030 to accept $5 million MTC grant for Rental Assistance Pilot Program (7-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar, including April 27, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)

ABAG POWER Board of Directors

The ABAG POWER Board of Directors is holding a special meeting to elect a Chair and Vice Chair, ratify the 2023 Executive Committee, and consider a resolution to establish a Renewable Natural Gas Program. The board will also approve minutes from the October 20, 2022 meeting. The main substantive action is the proposed adoption of Resolution No. 23-04, which would amend bylaws and authorize the Executive Director to negotiate agreements for renewable natural gas supply and member participation.

• Resolution No. 23-04 to create a Renewable Natural Gas Program and amend Bylaws Sections 7A.1 and 7.A.3
• Authorizes MTC Executive Director to negotiate and execute agreements with ABAG POWER members and renewable natural gas suppliers
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair and ratification of the 2023 Executive Committee
• Approval of minutes from the October 20, 2022 Board of Directors meeting
• CEQA exemption finding under Guideline 15308 for the program establishment

Bay Area Housing Finance Authority

The Bay Area Housing Finance Authority (BAHFA) will meet to receive informational updates on its Business Plan Equity Framework and Funding Programs, as well as the draft FY 2023-24 operating budget. The board will also consider approving the minutes from the April 26, 2023 joint meeting with MTC. No final decisions on the informational items are expected.

• Approval of minutes from April 26, 2023 joint MTC/BAHFA meeting
• Informational update on BAHFA Business Plan Equity Framework and Funding Programs
• Presentation of draft BAHFA FY 2023-24 operating budget

The Authority unanimously approved the consent calendar, which included the minutes from the April 26, 2023, joint meeting. The board received informational updates on the Business Plan Equity Framework and the draft FY 2023-24 Operating Budget.

• Approved April 26, 2023 Joint MTC with BAHFA meeting minutes (12-0)

Bay Area Headquarters Authority

The Authority unanimously approved the consent calendar, which included the minutes from the April 26, 2023 meeting. Members received an informational presentation regarding the draft FY 2023-24 Operating and Capital Budget.

• Approved Consent Calendar (5-0)
• Approved April 26, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Bay Area Toll Authority

The Bay Area Toll Authority unanimously adopted BATA Resolution No. 52, Revised, which updates the Low-Income Payment Plan and policies for state-owned bridge violations. The Authority also approved the minutes from the April 26, 2023 meeting. A draft of the FY 2023-24 Operating and Capital Budgets was presented for information.

• Approved April 26, 2023 meeting minutes (14-0)
• Adopted BATA Resolution No. 52, Revised regarding Low-Income Payment Plan and FasTrak policies (14-0)

Service Authority for Freeways and Expressways

The Service Authority for Freeways and Expressways (SAFE) will meet to receive an informational presentation on its draft Fiscal Year 2023-24 Operating and Capital Budget. The board will also consider approving minutes from its December 21, 2022 Administration Committee meeting. No other substantive actions are scheduled.

• Draft SAFE FY 2023-24 Operating and Capital Budget (informational presentation)
• Approval of Administration Committee minutes from December 21, 2022

The Service Authority for Freeways and Expressways approved the Administration Committee minutes from December 21, 2022. The Authority also received an informational presentation regarding the draft FY 2023-24 Operating and Capital Budget.

• Approved Administration Committee minutes of the December 21, 2022 meeting (13-0)

Metropolitan Transportation Commission

The Commission approved the reprogramming of $10 million from the Transit Oriented Affordable Housing Fund, splitting it between the existing program and a new senior-focused rental assistance pilot. Other key actions included approving transit fund allocations and taking positions on state legislation.

• Approved reprogramming $10M TOAH funds: $5M to TOAH program and $5M to BAHFA senior rental assistance (14-0)
• Approved $8.1M in TDA and STA funds for three transit operators
• Approved $2M Regional Measure 3 letter of no prejudice for Mokelumne Trail Overcrossing at SR-4
• Approved deprogramming $4.7M from two OBAG 2 County Program projects
• Approved redirecting $120,000 from Porter Street Crossing to Broadway Street Improvements
• Approved support for AB 1053 (Multifamily Housing Program Construction Loans)
• Approved opposition to AB 1335 (Population Forecasting for Long Range Plans)
• Approved support for AB 817 (Brown Act Teleconferencing Reform) (14-0)

Bay Area Infrastructure Financing Authority

The Authority unanimously adopted BAIFA Resolution No. 36, Revised, which updates toll violation penalties and establishes a One-Time Waiver Program. The board also approved several contracts and amendments related to express lanes and tolling infrastructure.

• Adopted BAIFA Resolution No. 36, Revised regarding toll violation penalties and One-Time Waiver Program (13-0)
• Approved contract amendment for Express Lanes Program Advisor: WSP USA, Inc. ($2,100,000)
• Approved contract change order for Express Lane Toll System Integrator: TransCore, LP ($1,020,000)
• Approved amendment to Cooperative Agreement for Express Lane Operations: Alameda County Transportation Commission
• Approved Cooperative Agreement for Regional Tolling Infrastructure Maintenance Services: Bay Area Toll Authority
• Approved April 26, 2023 meeting minutes

Clipper Executive Board

The Board approved the Clipper budget and work plan for fiscal years 2023-2024 and 2024-2025. Additionally, the Board authorized several contract amendments for customer service centers and network services.

• Approved Clipper Two Year Budget and Work Plan for FY 2023-2024 and 2024-2025 (8-0)
• Approved $400,000 Purchase Order for AT&T Network Services (7-0)
• Approved $520,000 contract amendment for TTEC Government Solutions, LLC (8-0)
• Approved $300,000 contract amendment for Nematode Holdings, LLC (8-0)
• Approved $245,000 funding agreement amendment for AC Transit (8-0)
• Approved minutes of the April 24, 2023 meeting (7-0)

Bay Area Regional Collaborative

This meeting of the Bay Area Regional Collaborative Governing Board was canceled. The agenda included routine items such as approving minutes, a draft budget, and informational updates from member agencies, but no decisions were made.

• Meeting canceled
• Draft FY 2023-2024 budget (item 4.b)
• Approval of March 17, 2023 minutes (item 4.a)
• Systems Mapping Project presentation (item 7.a)

ABAG Executive Board

The ABAG Executive Board will consider several contracts and funding agreements, including a $900,000 database services contract and a $1.2 million amendment to a BayREN agreement with PG&E, as well as a larger $157 million BayREN funding amendment. The board will also vote on positions on state legislation, including support for bills on crosswalk visibility, speed safety cameras, and multifamily housing loans, and opposition to a bill on population forecasting. Additionally, the board will consider approvals related to the Bay Area Housing Finance Authority's equity framework and a reprogramming of REAP 1.0 funds.

• Authorization for $900,000 contract with DiLytics Inc. for BayREN database development
• Amendment to BayREN/PG&E funding agreement for $1,200,000 through Dec 31, 2023
• Support for AB 413 (crosswalk parking restrictions) and AB 645 (speed safety cameras)
• Approval of BAHFA Business Plan Equity Framework and Funding Programs
• Authorization to accept $909,800 from EPA for San Francisco Estuary Blueprint

The ABAG Executive Board approved a significant funding amendment with PG&E for the Bay Area Regional Energy Network. The board also passed several legislative support positions and approved various contracts and grants through a consent calendar.

• Authorized funding agreement amendment with PG&E not to exceed $157,085,114 for BayREN implementation through 2027 (20-0)
• Approved support position on Senate Bill 532 regarding local ballot measure labels (22-0)
• Approved support position on Assembly Bill 817 regarding Brown Act teleconferencing reform (22-0)
• Approved updated budget and reallocation of unspent REAP 1.0 funds up to $500,000 (22-0)
• Approved contract with DiLytics Inc. not to exceed $900,000 for BayREN database services (21-0)
• Approved BayREN funding agreement amendment with PG&E not to exceed $1,200,000 (21-0)
• Authorized acceptance of $909,800 from U.S. EPA for San Francisco Estuary Blueprint (21-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar including support for AB 413, AB 645, AB 1053, and AB 1335 (21-0)

ABAG ACFA Governing Board

The ABAG ACFA Governing Board will consider approving Resolution No. 2023-004, which adopts the ABAG Finance Authority for Nonprofit Corporations (ABAG FAN) budget and work program for fiscal year 2023-2024. The agenda also includes approval of the March 16, 2023 meeting minutes, plus routine items like public comment, announcements, and the chair's report. No other substantive decisions are listed.

• Adoption of Resolution No. 2023-004 approving ABAG FAN budget and work program for FY 2023-2024
• Approval of ACFA Governing Board minutes from March 16, 2023
• Public comment period and board announcements
• Chair's report for May 18, 2023

The ACFA Governing Board approved the Consent Calendar and adopted Resolution No. 2023-004. This resolution approves the Operating Budget and Work Program for the ABAG Finance Authority for Nonprofit Corporations (ABAG FAN) for Fiscal Year 2023-2024.

• Approved Consent Calendar (2-0)
• Approved ACFA Governing Board Minutes of March 16, 2023 (2-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-004 approving ABAG FAN Operating Budget for FY 2023-24 (2-0)

ABAG Finance Committee

The ABAG Finance Committee is meeting to handle routine business, including approving the April 20, 2023 minutes and reviewing an unaudited report on ABAG investments for the period ended February 2023. The agenda also includes public comment, member announcements, and the chair's report. No major policy decisions or high-impact items are listed.

• Approval of ABAG Finance Committee minutes from April 20, 2023
• Report on ABAG investments for period ended February 2023 (unaudited), presented by Natalie Perkins
• Chair's report by David Rabbitt
• Next regular meeting scheduled for July 20, 2023

The ABAG Finance Committee approved the meeting minutes from April 20, 2023. The committee also accepted an unaudited report on ABAG investments for the period ending February 2023.

• Approved Consent Calendar, including April 20, 2023 minutes (4-0)
• Accepted Report on ABAG Investments for period ended February 2023 (4-0)

Joint MTC ABAG Legislation Committee

This meeting of the Joint MTC ABAG Legislation Committee was cancelled. The agenda included items on state legislation, a budget update, and a public opinion poll, but no decisions were made.

• Meeting cancelled
• AB 1053 (Gabriel): Multifamily Housing Program Construction Loans - support
• FY 2023-24 State Budget Update - information
• AB 817 (Pacheco): Brown Act Teleconferencing Reform - support
• AB 1335 (Zbur): Population Forecasting for Long Range Plans - oppose

ABAG Administrative Committee

The ABAG Administrative Committee, meeting jointly with the MTC Planning Committee, will consider approving minutes from prior meetings and receive an informational update on the Next Generation Bay Area Freeways Study, including engagement efforts and proposed pricing pathways for analysis. The committee will also hear a compensation announcement and take public comment.

• Approval of MTC Planning Committee minutes from April 14, 2023 (Item 3.a)
• Federal Performance Target-Setting Update – May 2023 (Item 3.b, information)
• Approval of ABAG Administrative Committee minutes from April 14, 2023 (Item 6.a)
• Next Generation Bay Area Freeways Study: Pathways for Round 1 Analysis (Item 7.a, information)

Joint MTC Planning Committee with the ABAG Administrative Committee

This meeting of the Joint MTC Planning Committee with the ABAG Administrative Committee was cancelled. The agenda included approval of prior meeting minutes, an update on federal performance target-setting, and a presentation on the Next Generation Bay Area Freeways Study. No decisions or discussions occurred at this cancelled meeting.

• Meeting cancelled
• Agenda included approval of April 14, 2023 meeting minutes
• Federal Performance Target-Setting Update (item 3b)
• Next Generation Bay Area Freeways Study: Pathways for Round 1 Analysis (item 7a)

Operations Committee

The May 12, 2023 Operations Committee meeting is cancelled. The agenda lists only routine items: approval of April 14 minutes and a bid protest hearing panel appointment, but no decisions will be made. The next meeting is scheduled for June 9, 2023.

• Meeting cancelled
• Approval of April 14, 2023 minutes (item 4a)
• Bid protest of Vix Technology Inc. - hearing panel appointment (item 4b)
• Next meeting June 9, 2023

ABAG Housing Committee

The ABAG Housing Committee recommended the approval of an updated program budget and fund re-programming for the Regional Early Action Planning (REAP) Grant. The committee also approved its own consent calendar and the BAHFA Oversight Committee approved its minutes.

• Approved ABAG Housing Committee Consent Calendar (9-0)
• Approved BAHFA Oversight Committee Minutes of March 9, 2023
• Recommended approval to ABAG Executive Board of updated REAP Grant program budget and fund re-programming (9-0)
• Recommended authorization for Executive Director to reallocate up to $500,000 in remaining REAP 1.0 funds for eligible staff costs (9-0)

Bay Area Housing Finance Authority Oversight Committee

The Bay Area Housing Finance Authority Oversight Committee, meeting jointly with the ABAG Housing Committee, will consider approving the BAHFA Business Plan Equity Framework and Funding Programs. The committee will also review an updated budget for the Regional Early Action Planning (REAP) grant and hear an update on the Housing Incentive Pool program. Several items are for information only, including public comment and committee member announcements.

• Approval of BAHFA Business Plan Equity Framework and Funding Programs (Item 7)
• Approval of updated REAP grant budget and fund re-programming (Item 8)
• Update on Housing Incentive Pool program 2018-2021 (Item 9)
• Approval of ABAG Housing Committee minutes from April 13, 2023 (Item 5)
• Approval of BAHFA Oversight Committee minutes from March 9, 2023 (Item 6)

Policy Advisory Council

The Policy Advisory Council will hear findings from a public opinion poll on potential transportation and housing funding measures, along with takeaways from engagement on MTC's draft 2023 Public Participation Plan. The council will also elect a vice chair, approve April meeting minutes, and receive subcommittee and staff reports. Most items are informational or routine approvals.

• Election for 2022-2023 Policy Advisory Council Vice Chair
• Approval of April 12, 2023 meeting minutes
• Discussion of MTC's Draft 2023 Public Participation Plan engagement takeaways
• Presentation of EMC Research poll on voter opinions for transportation and housing funding measures
• Subcommittee reports on Equity & Access and Transit Transformation Action Plan

Administration Committee

The Administration Committee will vote on consent items including two consultant contracts, and will consider referring resolutions to the full Commission for approval, including a $10 million reprogramming of Transit Oriented Affordable Housing (TOAH) funds and updates to the Commission Procedures Manual. The committee will also hold a closed session on labor negotiations and consider referring new employee MOUs and a salary schedule to the Commission.

• Contract with VIA - A Perkins Eastman Studio for on-call Bay Area Transit Coordination and Structure Consultant Bench ($350,000)
• Contract with Steer Davies & Gleave, Inc. for Major Projects Advancement Policy (MAP) Stage Gates and Regional Measure 3 (RM3) Evaluations ($500,000)
• Reprogramming $10 million TOAH Funds: $5 million to continue TOAH program, $5 million to Bay Area Housing Finance Authority for senior-focused Rental Assistance Pilot
• Updates to Commission Procedures Manual (Resolution No. 1058, Revised) regarding committee transitions and Executive Committee composition
• New Memorandums of Understanding with employee groups (CSR, Confidential, Executive) effective July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2027, and adoption of FY 2023-24 salary schedule

The Administration Committee approved several consultant contracts and referred three resolutions to the full Commission, including a new labor memorandum of understanding and a proposal to reprogram $10 million in affordable housing funds.

• Approved April 12, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved $350,000 contract for VIA - A Perkins Eastman Studio (6-0)
• Approved $500,000 contract for Steer Davies & Gleave, Inc. (6-0)
• Referred proposal to reprogram $10M in TOAH Funds to the Commission (6-0)
• Referred Commission Procedures Manual updates to the Commission (6-0)
• Referred labor MOU and FY 2023-24 salary schedule to the Commission (5-0)

Budget Study Session of MTC, MTC SAFE, BATA, BAHA, BAIFA

This is a budget study session for the Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) and its affiliated agencies (MTC SAFE, BATA, BAHA, BAIFA). Staff will present an overview of the full draft agency budgets, with full proposed budgets to be brought to individual agency meetings in June. No final budget decisions are being made at this session.

• Fiscal Year 2023-24 Agency Budget Study Session (Item 4a)
• Full draft agency budgets to be presented at end of May meetings
• Full proposed budgets coming in June, replacing the one-page overview used in previous years
• Presenter: Derek Hansel
• Public comment accepted via Zoom, phone, or email by 5:00 p.m. the day before the meeting

Programming and Allocations Committee

The Programming and Allocations Committee will vote on several funding allocations and program revisions, including $8.1 million in transit funds, a $2 million letter of no prejudice for a Contra Costa trail project, and revisions to One Bay Area Grant and Carbon Reduction programs. They will also discuss comments on the draft 2023 California State Rail Plan and receive updates on major projects and state funding programs.

• Approve $8.1M in TDA/STA funds to three transit operators
• Approve $2M RM3 Letter of No Prejudice for Mokelumne Trail overcrossing at SR-4
• Revise OBAG 2/3 and Carbon Reduction programs, deprogram $4.7M from two projects
• Redirect $120,000 from Porter Street Crossing to Broadway Street Improvements
• Discuss comments on draft 2023 California State Rail Plan

The Programming and Allocations Committee approved several funding allocations, including $8.1 million for transit operations and capital projects. The committee also approved revisions to Regional Measure 3 policies and procedures and redirected funds for specific transportation improvements.

• Approved allocation of $8.1 million in TDA and STA funds to three transit operators
• Approved referral of RM3 Policies and Procedures revisions to the Commission
• Approved $2 million RM3 Letter of No Prejudice for Mokelumne Trail Overcrossing
• Approved deprogramming $4.7 million from two OBAG 2 County Program projects
• Approved redirecting $120,000 from Porter Street Crossing to Broadway Street Improvements
• Approved STIP Amendment for Santa Clara County
• Approved 2023 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) Amendment 2023-10
• Approved April 12, 2023 meeting minutes

Bay Area Toll Authority Oversight Committee

The Bay Area Toll Authority Oversight Committee will consider approving a $6,000,000 consultant design services contract with T.Y. Lin International for the West Oakland Link Project and will discuss referring BATA Resolution No. 52, Revised to the full Authority for approval of low-income payment plan and FasTrak policy changes. The committee will also receive an update on the Open Road Tolling Program and a potential change to the HOV policy at BATA bridges. The agenda includes consent calendar approval of the April 12, 2023 meeting minutes.

• Contract approval: T.Y. Lin International, $6,000,000 for West Oakland Link Project design services
• Referral of BATA Resolution No. 52, Revised on low-income payment plan and FasTrak policy changes
• Update on Open Road Tolling Program and potential HOV policy change (2+ occupants in HOV lanes, 3+ for discount) at six bridges
• Consent calendar: approval of April 12, 2023 meeting minutes

The Committee approved a $6 million consultant design contract for the West Oakland Link Project. It also referred a revised resolution regarding the Low-Income Payment Plan and FasTrak policy changes to the full Authority for approval.

• Approved $6,000,000 contract for T.Y. Lin International for West Oakland Link Project design services (6-0)
• Approved referral of BATA Resolution No. 52, Revised regarding Low-Income Payment Plan and FasTrak policy changes to the Authority (6-0)
• Approved April 12, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)

ABAG San Francisco Bay Trail Board of Directors

The ABAG San Francisco Bay Trail Board of Directors is meeting to receive informational updates on Regional Measure 3, the public support percentage required to maintain Bay Trail nonprofit status, and an introduction to the Potrero Group. The board will also consider approving the minutes from October 27, 2022, and appointments to the board and steering committee. The meeting includes a chair's report on Assembly Bill 1464 regarding the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge.

• Approval of October 27, 2022 meeting minutes
• Appointment of board and steering committee members
• Update on Regional Measure 3
• Report on public support percentage for nonprofit status
• Introduction to the Potrero Group

The Board of Directors approved the consent calendar, which included the minutes from the October 27, 2022 meeting and the appointment of Board and Steering Committee members. The meeting also included reports on Regional Measure 3 and the Bay Trail nonprofit status.

• Approved Consent Calendar (11-0)
• Approved October 27, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved appointment of Board of Directors and Steering Committee members

Policy Advisory Council Equity & Access Subcommittee

The meeting was canceled due to the lack of a quorum. No substantive decisions were made.

Metropolitan Transportation Commission Workshop

This is Day 2 of a joint workshop of the Metropolitan Transportation Commission, Bay Area Toll Authority, Bay Area Housing Finance Authority, and Bay Area Infrastructure Financing Authority. Staff will present on transit sustainability, including state funding efforts to address a fiscal cliff and customer improvements, and the Commission will be asked to confirm top priorities for the next 2-3 years. Public comment is limited to email submissions by 5:00 p.m. the day before the meeting.

• Discussion of securing state funding to address the transit fiscal cliff
• Progress updates on customer-facing transit improvements and polling highlights
• Commission asked to confirm top priorities for next 2-3 years
• Public comment via email by 5:00 p.m. April 26

Bay Area Housing Finance Authority Advisory Committee

The Bay Area Housing Finance Authority Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially recommend approval of the BAHFA Business Plan Equity Framework and Funding Programs. The committee will also consider approving the minutes from its March 23, 2023 meeting. This is a regular business meeting with public comment opportunities.

• Review and recommendation of BAHFA Business Plan Equity Framework and Funding Programs (item 6)
• Approval of March 23, 2023 meeting minutes (item 5)
• Chair's report from Efren Carrillo (item 4)
• Public comment period (item 2)

The BAHFA Advisory Committee recommended that the BAHFA Board and ABAG Executive Board approve the BAHFA Business Plan Equity Framework and Funding Programs. The committee also approved the minutes from the March 23, 2023 meeting.

• Approved Consent Calendar, including March 23, 2023 minutes (5-0-1)
• Recommended approval of BAHFA Business Plan Equity Framework and Funding Programs (6-0)

Metropolitan Transportation Commission

The Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) meets jointly with the Bay Area Housing Finance Authority (BAHFA) to approve consent items, including a contract amendment for BAHFA's Doorway Housing Portal and several transit funding allocations. The agenda also includes updates to the Overall Work Program, Transit Capital Priorities, and a proposed advocacy framework for addressing the transit fiscal cliff. Several state legislative positions are on the consent calendar.

• Amendment to Exygy Inc. contract for BAHFA's Doorway Housing Portal web design (23-0558)
• Allocation of $22.8 million in FY 2022-23 TDA and STA funds to three transit operators (23-0041)
• Reprogramming $3.65 million in OBAG 2 Regional funds and revisions to OBAG 2 and 3 (23-0453)
• Support for AB 645 (speed safety camera pilot) and AB 413 (crosswalk parking restrictions)
• Transit Fiscal Cliff Recovery Program: proposed funding advocacy framework (23-0592)

The Commission approved a framework to address the transit fiscal cliff and attract new riders. Other key actions included adopting the FY 2023-24 Overall Work Program and allocating $22.8 million in transit funds. The Commission also expressed support for several state legislative bills regarding road safety and energy access.

• Approved Transit Fiscal Cliff Proposed Advocacy Framework (13-0)
• Adopted MTC Resolution No. 4577 for FY 2023-24 Overall Work Program (13-0)
• Allocated $22.8 million in FY 2022-23 TDA and STA funds to three operators
• Adopted MTC Resolution No. 4510, Revised for Transit Capital Priorities (13-0)
• Approved support for AB 645 Speed Safety Pilot Program (13-0)
• Approved support for SB 532 Local Ballot Measure Labels (13-0)
• Approved Bikeshare Capital Grant Program - Clipper® Requirement (12-0)
• Tabled update to Committee Assignments for future discussion

Bay Area Toll Authority

The Authority approved the Consent Calendar, which included the minutes from the March 22, 2023 meeting. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved March 22, 2023 meeting minutes (13-0)

Bay Area Infrastructure Financing Authority

The Bay Area Infrastructure Financing Authority is meeting to approve consent calendar items including minutes, a revised committee structure, and a cooperative agreement amendment for I-880 capital preservation. They will also receive information on second-quarter financial statements and the MTC Express Lanes quarterly report. The meeting is largely routine with no major policy decisions on the agenda.

• Approval of February 22, 2023 meeting minutes
• FY 2022-23 second quarter financial statements (unaudited)
• MTC Express Lanes quarterly report (Q4 2022)
• BAIFA Resolution No. 46, Revised - Committee Structure
• Cooperative agreement amendment for I-880 Capital Preservation Maintenance Budget

The Bay Area Infrastructure Financing Authority unanimously approved a consent calendar including a funding amendment for I-880 capital preservation. The board also approved the February 22, 2023 meeting minutes and a revised resolution regarding committee structure.

• Approved February 22, 2023 meeting minutes (13-0)
• Approved BAIFA Resolution No. 46, Revised, regarding Committee Structure (13-0)
• Approved Cooperative Agreement Amendment for I-880 Capital Preservation Maintenance Budget funding (13-0)

Bay Area Headquarters Authority

The Bay Area Headquarters Authority approved the Consent Calendar, which included the minutes from the March 22, 2023 meeting and a contract for wireless internet services. A scheduled building and operations update for 375 Beale was not received.

• Approved March 22, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved $1,000,000 contract for Bay Area Metro Center (BAMC) Wireless Internet (Wi-Fi) Update Services with SSP Data, Inc. (5-0)

Metropolitan Transportation Commission Workshop

The Metropolitan Transportation Commission, along with BATA, BAHFA, and BAIFA, is holding a two-day workshop in Napa. Day 1 includes staff presentations on advancing Plan Bay Area 2050 implementation, polling results on transit and transportation funding, and preparations for a potential 2024 regional affordable housing bond. The agenda is informational and discussion-oriented, with no formal votes scheduled.

• Presentation on Plan Bay Area 2050 implementation priorities and near-term outcomes
• EMC Research polling results on Bay Area voter sentiment toward transit, transportation, and potential funding measures
• Discussion of a 2024 regional affordable housing bond, including timeline and outreach plan
• Public comment accepted via email by 5:00 p.m. the day before the meeting
• Workshop continues April 27 at 9:30 a.m.

Fare Integration Task Force

The Fare Integration Task Force will hear staff presentations on the Clipper START means-based transit fare discount pilot evaluation and proposed extension beyond June 2023, and an update on the Clipper BayPass pilot program including Phase 1 findings and Phase 2 approach. The committee will also consider approving minutes from the March 27, 2023 meeting.

• Clipper START pilot evaluation results and recommendation to extend beyond June 2023 sunset
• Clipper BayPass pilot update: Phase 1 findings at affordable housing and educational institutions, Phase 2 targeting other employers
• Approval of minutes from March 27, 2023 meeting

The Task Force unanimously approved the consent calendar, which included the minutes from the March 27, 2023 meeting. Staff provided information updates on the Clipper START and Clipper BayPass pilot programs, but no formal actions were taken on those items.

• Approved March 27, 2023 meeting minutes (11-0)

Clipper Executive Board

The Clipper Executive Board will consider approving a $2.7 million amendment to Moore Iacofano Goltsman Inc.'s contract for customer education and marketing, focusing on the Next Generation Clipper System and Clipper START. The board will also receive updates on the Next Generation Clipper (C2) schedule and current Clipper operations, and review a draft two-year budget and work plan for fiscal years 2023-2024 and 2024-2025. Consent calendar includes approval of March 27, 2023 meeting minutes.

• Contract amendment for Moore Iacofano Goltsman Inc. ($2,700,000) for Clipper marketing and customer education
• Update on Next Generation Clipper System (C2) schedule, implementation, and deployment
• Current Clipper operations and performance update
• Draft Clipper two-year budget and work plan for FY 2023-2024 and 2024-2025
• Approval of minutes from March 27, 2023 meeting

The Board approved a contract amendment with Moore Iacofano Goltsman Inc. to fund customer education and marketing for the Next Generation Clipper System and the Clipper START program. The Board also approved the minutes from the March 27, 2023 meeting.

• Approved contract amendment with Moore Iacofano Goltsman Inc. not to exceed $2,700,000 and extended to June 30, 2024 (7-0)
• Approved March 27, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)

ABAG POWER Executive Committee

The ABAG POWER Executive Committee will consider approving a framework to calculate carbon dioxide-equivalent emissions, resulting in 59,948 mt CO2e for FY 2021-22, and appoint Becky Hopkins to the committee. They will also hear reports on renewable natural gas, natural gas operations, and a preliminary FY 2023-24 operating budget, with final budget approval scheduled for June 15, 2023.

• Approval of minutes from February 16, 2023 special meeting
• Appointment of Becky Hopkins, City of Pleasanton, to the Executive Committee
• Verbal report on SB 1383-compliant renewable natural gas program
• Approval of carbon emissions quantification framework (59,948 mt CO2e for FY 2021-22)
• Preliminary FY 2023-24 operating budget presented for feedback