Metropolitan Transportation Commission public meetings in 2024

Bay Area Toll Authority

The Bay Area Toll Authority meets to review a proposed five-year toll increase starting January 1, 2026, and a uniform three-person carpool requirement for discounted tolls on all state-owned bridges. The Authority will consider public comments received through December 18, 2024, before deciding whether to proceed.

• Five-year toll increase starting January 1, 2026
• Uniform three-person carpool requirement for discounted tolls on all bridges
• Approval of November 20, 2024 meeting minutes
• Regional Measure 3 allocation requests for Richmond-San Rafael Bridge and Marshlands Road Bay Trail Project
• BATA Resolution No. 184 on toll schedule and HOV policy changes

The Authority adopted Resolution No. 184 to increase toll rates over five years starting January 1, 2026, and established a uniform three-person carpool requirement for discounted tolls. Additionally, the Authority approved two project compliance allocation requests for bridge access and trail improvements.

• Adopted BATA Resolution No. 184 for toll increases and 3-person carpool requirements (13-0-1)
• Approved BATA Resolution No. 182 for Richmond-San Rafael Bridge Access Improvements (11-0)
• Approved BATA Resolution No. 181 for Marshlands Road Bay Trail Project (11-0)
• Approved November 20, 2024 meeting minutes (11-0)

Bay Area Housing Finance Authority

The Bay Area Housing Finance Authority is meeting to approve minutes from November 20, 2024. The body is also considering a resolution to fund technical assistance for converting market-rate housing to permanently restricted affordable housing.

• BAHFA Resolution No. 37: $325,000 for the Affordable Housing Preservation Technical Assistance Grant Program

The Bay Area Housing Finance Authority approved the Consent Calendar, which included a grant program for affordable housing. The funding is designated for pre-acquisition costs to convert market-rate housing into permanently restricted affordable housing.

• Approved expenditure of $325,000 for the Affordable Housing Preservation Technical Assistance Grant Program (12-0)
• Approved the November 20, 2024 meeting minutes (12-0)

Metropolitan Transportation Commission

The Metropolitan Transportation Commission will meet to approve funding allocations, resolutions of appreciation for departing commissioners, and updates to regional transit plans. The meeting includes approvals for transit capital programs, regional measure allocations, and cooperative agreements for major Bay Area projects.

• $1.5 billion in FTA Formula Revenues for FYs 2024-25 and 2025-26 for transit operator state-of-good-repair
• $47.2 million in State Transit Assistance allocations to transit operators
• $12.5 million in Regional Measure 3 capital funds allocated to WestCAT, Solano Transportation Authority, and Contra Costa Transportation Authority
• $4.2 million in Regional Measure 3 Operating Reserve funds allocated to Water Emergency Transportation Authority (WETA)
• Cooperative agreements for Diridon Station and Transbay Joint Powers Authority (TJPA) - The Portal megaprojects

The Commission approved several major funding allocations for transit operators and infrastructure, including $1.5 billion in FTA Formula Revenues. It also authorized agreements for the Diridon Station and The Portal megaprojects and adopted a coordinated public transit-human services transportation plan.

• Approved $1.5 billion in FTA Formula Revenues for FY 2024-25 and 2025-26 (14-0)
• Approved Co-operative Agreement and MOU for Diridon Station and The Portal megaprojects (14-0)
• Approved $47.2 million in State Transit Assistance State of Good Repair allocations (14-0)
• Approved $12.5 million in RM3 capital funds for WestCAT, Solano Transportation Authority, and Contra Costa Transportation Authority (14-0)
• Approved $4.2 million in RM3 Operating Reserve Account funds for WETA ferry service (14-0)
• Adopted 2024 Coordinated Public Transit-Human Services Transportation Plan (14-0)
• Approved submittal of the Final Report on the Transportation Revenue Select Committee to the Legislature (14-0)
• Appointed an Ad-hoc Nominating Committee chaired by Commissioner Spering (14-0)

Policy Advisory Council

The Policy Advisory Council will discuss the Final Blueprint for Plan Bay Area 2050+, covering transportation, housing, and environmental resilience. The body will also review final network recommendations for Transit 2050+ and a draft 2025 joint advocacy program for MTC and ABAG.

• Transit 2050+ Final Network recommendations
• Plan Bay Area 2050+ Final Blueprint overview
• Draft 2025 Joint MTC/ABAG Advocacy Program
• Nominations for 2025 Policy Advisory Council Chair and Vice Chair
• Notice of Appreciation for Chair Pamela Campos

The Council approved the minutes from the November 19, 2024 meeting. Members received information on the Transit 2050+ network, the Plan Bay Area 2050+ Final Blueprint, and the 2025 Joint MTC/ABAG Advocacy Program. Nominations for 2025 Chair and Vice Chair were opened.

• Approved November 19, 2024 Meeting Minutes (20-0)
• Opened nominations for 2025 Chair and Vice Chair

Clipper Executive Board

The Clipper Executive Board will meet to discuss the Next Generation Clipper system (C2) transition, receive a performance update, and vote on a $200,000 contract amendment for Cubic Transportation Systems. The board will also review minutes from the November 2024 meeting.

• Vote on $200,000 contract change order amendment for Cubic Transportation Systems (Cubic)
• Approval of November 18, 2024 meeting minutes
• Update on Next Generation Clipper system (C2) schedule and deployment
• Presentation on Clipper cardholder transition to account-based system
• Current Clipper operations and performance update

The Board unanimously approved a contract change order for the SSAE No. 18 annual audit of the Clipper program. Members also received updates on the Next Generation Clipper system and the transition plan for cardholders.

• Approved minutes of the November 18, 2024 meeting (7-0)
• Approved $200,000 contract change order for Cubic Transportation Systems, Inc. for the SSAE No. 18 annual audit (7-0)

ABAG San Francisco Bay Trail Board of Directors

The San Francisco Bay Trail Board of Directors will meet to approve minutes, receive a staff report on the Bay Trail Roadmap, and vote on transitioning some Bay Trail functions to a nonprofit. The board will also consider a $30,000 contract with Potrero Group to assist in finding a nonprofit partner and fiscal agent.

• Approval of October 25, 2024 board minutes
• Vote on $30,000 contract with Potrero Group for nonprofit transition planning
• Report on MTC Potrero Group Concept Paper Findings
• Authorization to transition some Bay Trail functions to a nonprofit
• Public comment via Zoom or phone available

Fare Integration Task Force

The Fare Integration Task Force will meet to discuss the Clipper BayPass Pilot Program. The body is considering a request to increase the number of organizations and individuals allowed to enroll in the pilot.

• Request to increase the number of participant organizations and individuals in the Clipper BayPass Pilot
• Approval of March 25, 2024 meeting minutes

Regional Network Management Council

The Regional Network Management Council will discuss final network recommendations for the Transit 2050+ modal plan. The body will also receive updates on mapping and wayfinding prototypes and approve the 2025 meeting calendar.

• Transit 2050+ Final Network recommendations for integration into Plan Bay Area 2050+
• Mapping and wayfinding prototype updates for El Cerrito del Norte, Santa Rosa Transit Mall, and SMART station
• Approval of the Proposed 2025 RNM Council Calendar
• Approval of October 28, 2024 meeting minutes

The Council unanimously approved the consent calendar, which included the minutes from the October 28, 2024 meeting and the proposed 2025 meeting dates. Staff provided informational updates on the Transit 2050+ Final Network and mapping and wayfinding prototypes.

• Approved October 28, 2024 meeting minutes (8-0)
• Approved proposed 2025 RNM Council Calendar (8-0)

ABAG Administrative Committee

The ABAG Administrative Committee will meet to approve several consent items, including contract amendments for regional trails maintenance, energy network consulting, and authorization of $1.6M in state and toll authority funds for climate resilience projects. The committee will also receive updates on equity priority communities and the Plan Bay Area 2050+ transportation element.

• Approve $400,000 contract amendment for Regional Trails GIS Data Maintenance with Alta Planning & Design, Inc.
• Approve $500,000 Bay Trail Needs, Operations, and Maintenance Assessment contract with Wallace Roberts & Todd (WRT), LLC
• Authorize receipt of $1.6 million from Bay Area Toll Authority for Emeryville Crescent Sea Level Rise Adaptation and Pacific Flyway Center’s Walk in the Marsh projects
• Approve $375,000 contract amendment for Bay Area Regional Energy Network (BayREN) evaluation services with Grounded Research
• Approve $100,000 correction for BayREN shared technical and regulatory support services with The Energy Coalition

Regional Network Management Committee

The Regional Network Management Committee will meet to approve minutes from its November meeting, a $250,000 contract amendment for transit coordination consulting, and the 2024 Coordinated Public Transit-Human Services Transportation Plan. It will also receive updates on accessibility initiatives under the Transit Transformation Action Plan and prototype mapping projects at El Cerrito del Norte and Santa Rosa stations.

• Approval of November 8, 2024 meeting minutes
• Committee approval of $250,000 contract amendment for transit coordination consulting (VIA - A Perkins Eastman Studio)
• Commission approval of 2024 Coordinated Public Transit-Human Services Transportation Plan
• Update on Transit Transformation Action Plan accessibility initiatives
• Update on El Cerrito del Norte and Santa Rosa Transit Mall prototype mapping and wayfinding projects

The committee approved a draft update to the 2024 Coordinated Public Transit-Human Services Transportation Plan to be forwarded for Commission approval. A contract amendment for transit coordination consulting was also approved. Members received updates on accessibility initiatives and wayfinding prototypes.

• Approved 2024 Coordinated Public Transit-Human Services Transportation Plan (6-0)
• Approved $250,000 contract amendment for VIA - A Perkins Eastman Studio (6-0)
• Approved November 8, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)

Joint MTC ABAG Legislation Committee

The Joint MTC ABAG Legislation Committee is meeting to discuss state and federal legislative priorities for 2025. The body will also receive updates on legislative developments in Washington, D.C., and preparations for advocacy trips to Sacramento and Washington, D.C.

• Draft 2025 MTC and ABAG Joint Advocacy Program
• Washington, D.C. Legislative Update report
• Update on 2025 Sacramento and Washington, D.C. legislative advocacy trips
• Approval of November 8, 2024 meeting minutes

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the November 8, 2024 meeting. Other agenda items consisted of informational reports regarding legislative updates and advocacy programs.

• Approved November 8, 2024 meeting minutes (8-0)

Planning Committee

The MTC Planning Committee and ABAG Administrative Committee are meeting to approve several regional contracts and grants. The body will also review updates for Plan Bay Area 2050+ and the Transit 2050+ final network recommendations.

• Contract for Bay Trail Needs, Operations, and Maintenance Assessment with Wallace Roberts & Todd, LLC ($500,000)
• Contract amendment for Regional Trails GIS Data Maintenance with Alta Planning & Design, Inc. ($400,000)
• Agreement with State Water Resources Control Board for San Francisco Estuary Blueprint (up to $1 million)
• Authorization of $1.6 million from Bay Area Toll Authority for Emeryville Crescent and Pacific Flyway Center projects
• Contract amendment for BayREN Evaluation, Measurement, and Valuation Services with Grounded Research ($375,000)

The MTC Planning Committee and ABAG Administrative Committee approved several contracts for trail maintenance and regional energy services. ABAG also authorized funding for the San Francisco Estuary Blueprint and climate resilience projects.

• Approved $400,000 contract amendment for Alta Planning & Design, Inc. (6-0)
• Approved $500,000 contract for Wallace Roberts & Todd, LLC for Bay Trail assessment (6-0)
• Approved ABAG Resolution No. 12-24 to apply for up to $1 million for San Francisco Estuary Blueprint
• Approved authorization to receive $1.6 million from BATA for regional conservation and climate resilience projects
• Approved $375,000 contract amendment for Grounded Research regarding BayREN services
• Approved $100,000 contract amendment correction for The Energy Coalition regarding BayREN services
• Approved MTC Planning Committee minutes from November 8, 2024 (6-0)
• Approved ABAG Administrative Committee summary minutes from November 8, 2024

Bay Area Infrastructure Financing Authority Network and Operations Committee

The Bay Area Infrastructure Financing Authority Network and Operations Committee will meet to review updates on the Solano I-80 Express Lanes project, including upcoming milestones and weekend operations pilot, and vote on a $7,140,000 enforcement contract with the California Highway Patrol. The committee will also receive an update on the I-680 Express Carpool Check smartphone app pilot results and consider approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Approval of $7,140,000 contract with California Highway Patrol for Solano I-80 Express Lanes enforcement
• Update on Solano I-80 Express Lanes milestones and weekend operations pilot
• Results of I-680 Contra Costa Express Lanes carpool verification smartphone app pilot
• Approval of minutes from November 8, 2024 meeting
• FY 2024-25 BAIFA Statement of Revenues and Expenses (unaudited) for Q1

The Committee unanimously approved a contract with the California Highway Patrol for express lane enforcement. Members also received updates on I-80 Solano Express Lanes milestones and an I-680 carpool verification app pilot.

• Approved I-80 Solano Express Lanes enforcement contract with California Highway Patrol not to exceed $7,140,000 (5-0)
• Approved November 8, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)

Bay Area Housing Finance Authority Oversight Committee

The BAHFA Oversight Committee will meet jointly with the ABAG Housing Committee to consider approving minutes from November 2024 and hear a report from the chairs. The main action is a recommendation to refer a $325,000 grant program to the BAHFA Board for adoption, aimed at assisting pre-acquisition costs to convert market-rate housing to permanently restricted affordable housing.

• Recommend $325,000 Affordable Housing Preservation Technical Assistance Grant Program for BAHFA Board adoption
• Approval of BAHFA Oversight Committee Minutes of November 13, 2024
• Approval of ABAG Housing Committee Minutes of November 13, 2024
• Chairs’ Report for December 11, 2024
• Next joint meeting scheduled for January 8, 2025

The BAHFA Oversight Committee recommended the adoption of Resolution No. 37 to fund a technical assistance grant program. This program provides $325,000 to help cover pre-acquisition costs for converting market-rate housing into permanently restricted affordable housing.

• Approved BAHFA Oversight Committee Minutes of November 13, 2024
• Recommended referral to BAHFA Board to adopt Resolution No. 37 for $325,000 grant program

ABAG Housing Committee

The ABAG Housing Committee will meet jointly with the BAHFA Oversight Committee to consider approving minutes from November 2024 and to vote on a $325,000 grant program to help convert market-rate housing into permanently affordable units. The committee will also receive reports from both chairs.

• Vote on $325,000 Affordable Housing Preservation Technical Assistance Grant Program
• Approval of ABAG Housing Committee minutes from November 13, 2024
• Approval of BAHFA Oversight Committee minutes from November 13, 2024
• Chairs’ joint report on housing committee activities
• Next meeting scheduled for January 8, 2025

The ABAG Housing and BAHFA Oversight Committees approved their respective consent calendars. The BAHFA Oversight Committee took action to recommend the adoption of Resolution No. 37 to fund a technical assistance grant program.

• Approved ABAG Housing Committee Consent Calendar (6-0)
• Approved ABAG Housing Committee Minutes of November 13, 2024 (6-0)
• Approved BAHFA Oversight Committee Minutes of November 13, 2024
• Recommended BAHFA Board adopt Resolution No. 37 to spend $325,000 for the Affordable Housing Preservation Technical Assistance Grant Program

Programming and Allocations Committee

The Programming and Allocations Committee will decide on allocations totaling $63.9 million for regional transit improvements, including $47.2 million in State Transit Assistance and $16.7 million in Regional Measure 3 capital and operating funds. Members will also vote on agreements for the Diridon Station and Transbay Joint Powers Authority (TJPA) Portal megaprojects to define roles for the next phase.

• $47.2M State Transit Assistance allocation for transit operator state-of-good-repair
• $12.5M Regional Measure 3 capital funds allocation to WestCAT, Solano Transportation Authority, and Contra Costa Transportation Authority
• $4.2M Regional Measure 3 operating reserve funds allocation to Water Emergency Transportation Authority (WETA) for ferry service
• Approval of co-operative agreement for Diridon Station and Memorandum of Understanding for TJPA Portal megaprojects
• $1.5B federal transit funding programming for FYs 2024-25 and 2025-26

The committee approved the programming of $1.5 billion in FTA Formula Revenues for transit state-of-good-repair. It also authorized agreements for the Diridon Station and The Portal megaprojects. Several other funding allocations for transit operators and ferry services were approved via the consent calendar.

• Approved $1.5B in FTA Formula Revenues for FY 2024-25 and 2025-26 (6-0)
• Authorized Executive Director to enter agreements for Diridon Station and The Portal projects (6-0)
• Approved $47.2M in State Transit Assistance State of Good Repair allocations (6-0)
• Approved $12.5M in RM3 capital funds for WestCAT, Solano Transportation Authority, and Contra Costa Transportation Authority (6-0)
• Approved $4.2M in RM3 Operating Reserve funds for Water Emergency Transportation Authority (6-0)
• Referred RM3 Operating Program revisions for express bus operations to the Commission (6-0)
• Referred STP and CMAQ fund programming policies and OBAG revisions to the Commission (6-0)
• Approved 2025 Transportation Improvement Program Amendment 2025-01 (6-0)

Administration Committee

The Administration Committee is meeting to review a sole source contract for technical studies on State Route 37. The body will also consider reauthorizing the MTC Investment Policy and review the first quarter travel report for fiscal year 2024-25.

• Sole source contract for State Route 37- Strip Marsh East Technical Studies with National Audubon Society for $949,148
• MTC Resolution No. 4563 regarding the reauthorization of the MTC Investment Policy
• MTC Fiscal Year 2024-25 First Quarter Travel Report

The Committee unanimously approved the Consent Calendar, which included a sole source contract for State Route 37 technical studies and the reauthorization of the MTC Investment Policy. The committee also received the Fiscal Year 2024-25 First Quarter Travel Report.

• Approved Administration Committee Minutes of November 13, 2024 (6-0)
• Approved MTC Resolution No. 4563 for reauthorization of MTC Investment Policy (6-0)
• Approved $949,148 sole source contract with National Audubon Society for State Route 37- Strip Marsh East Technical Studies (6-0)

Bay Area Toll Authority Oversight Committee

The Bay Area Toll Authority Oversight Committee will review and vote on a five-year toll increase starting January 1, 2026, and a uniform three-person carpool requirement for discounted tolls on all BATA bridges. The committee will also consider funding agreements for Yerba Buena Island projects, maintenance contracts for The Bay Lights 360, and Regional Measure 3 allocation requests for Richmond-San Rafael and Dumbarton Corridor improvements.

• $3,300,000 contract for The Bay Lights 360 maintenance with Musco Lighting
• Funding agreement amendment with San Francisco County Transportation Authority ($2,465,500) for Yerba Buena Island Southgate Road Realignment
• $500,000 contract with AECOM for Bimla Rhinehart Vista Point Parking Lot Project
• $750,000 funding agreement for Yerba Buena Island Multi-Use Pathway
• Toll increase and HOV policy changes for BATA bridges (vote pending public comment period ending December 18, 2024)

The Committee unanimously referred a resolution to increase toll rates over five years starting January 1, 2026, and to establish a three-person carpool requirement for discounted tolls. Several maintenance contracts and funding agreements for bridge and trail projects were also approved.

• Referred BATA Resolution 184 for toll increases and 3-person HOV policy to the Authority (6-0)
• Approved $3.3M Musco Lighting contract for The Bay Lights 360 maintenance (5-0)
• Approved $2,465,500 funding agreement amendment for Yerba Buena Island Southgate Road Realignment (5-0)
• Approved $500,000 AECOM contract for Bimla Rhinehart Vista Point Parking Lot Project (5-0)
• Approved $750,000 funding agreement for Yerba Buena Island MUP (5-0)
• Approved allocation request for Richmond-San Rafael Bridge Access Improvements (5-0)
• Approved allocation request for Marshlands Road Bay Trail Project (5-0)
• Deferred agenda item 5b regarding West Oakland Link Project

Board of Directors of 375 Beale Condominium Corporation

The 375 Beale Condominium Corporation board will meet to accept the FY 2023-24 audited financial reports and appoint Jane Elias as the new ABAG appointee. Directors will also review building operations and projects, and approve minutes from the June 4, 2024 meeting.

• Approve minutes of June 4, 2024 meeting
• Appoint Jane Elias as ABAG appointee
• Accept FY 2023-24 audited financial reports
• Review building operations and projects report

Bay Area Headquarters Authority

The Bay Area Headquarters Authority is meeting to approve previous meeting minutes and a contract amendment. The primary action item involves funding for webcasting production services.

• Contract Amendment for Webcasting Production Services with Network Television Time Inc. in the amount of $860,818
• Approval of the September 25, 2024 meeting minutes

The Bay Area Headquarters Authority approved two items via the Consent Calendar. This included a contract amendment for webcasting services and the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Approved September 25, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved $860,818 contract amendment for Network Television Time Inc. webcasting services (4-0)

Metropolitan Transportation Commission

The Metropolitan Transportation Commission will decide whether to approve polling proposed transportation revenue measure frameworks and policy provisions. Commissioners will also receive a draft report to the Legislature summarizing the work of the Transportation Revenue Measure Select Committee. The meeting includes standard procedural items and public comment.

• Endorsement of Proposed Transportation Revenue Measure Frameworks and Policy Provisions for Polling (24-16046b)
• Draft Report to the Legislature on Transportation Revenue Measure Select Committee (24-15066a)
• Resolution of Appreciation for Commissioner Dutra-Vernaci (MTC Resolution No. 4679)

The Commission approved the endorsement of key policy provisions to be included in coordinated polling regarding transportation revenue measures. The results of this polling are expected to return to the Commission in February. Additionally, the Commission adopted a resolution of appreciation for departing Commissioner Dutra-Vernaci.

• Endorsed policy provisions for transportation revenue measure polling (15-1-1)
• Adopted MTC Resolution No. 4679 expressing appreciation for Commissioner Dutra-Vernaci (15-0)

Bay Area Partnership Board

The Bay Area Partnership Board will discuss final network recommendations for Transit 2050+ and proposed transportation strategies for the Plan Bay Area 2050+ Final Blueprint. The board will also receive updates on a potential 2026 transportation revenue measure and the development of the One Bay Area Grant (OBAG 4) program.

• Transit 2050+: Final Network recommendations
• Plan Bay Area 2050+: Transportation Element strategies and projects
• One Bay Area Grant (OBAG 4) development and Transit Oriented Communities (TOC) Policy
• Update on potential legislation for a 2026 ballot transportation revenue measure
• Relocation of the Region 9 regional office to Los Angeles and creation of a new Bay Area office

The Board unanimously approved the meeting minutes from October 23, 2023, via the Consent Calendar. The remainder of the meeting consisted of informational presentations regarding regional transit planning and funding.

• Approved October 23, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Bay Area Housing Finance Authority Advisory Committee

The BAHFA Advisory Committee will meet to discuss regional housing issues, including a vote on a $325,000 grant for affordable housing preservation and an update on 2024 election outcomes affecting housing policy. The meeting also includes procedural items like approving minutes and public comment.

• Vote on $325,000 Affordable Housing Preservation Technical Assistance Grant Program
• Approval of October 24, 2024 meeting minutes
• Update on 2024 election outcomes for housing-related measures
• Chair's report on BAHFA Advisory Committee activities

The BAHFA Advisory Committee approved referring a resolution to fund a technical assistance grant program. This program is designed to help cover pre-acquisition costs for converting market-rate housing into permanently restricted affordable housing.

• Approved Consent Calendar, including October 24, 2024 minutes (5-0)
• Approved referring BAHFA Resolution No. 37 to spend $325,000 for the Affordable Housing Preservation Technical Assistance Grant Program (5-0)

Bay Area Headquarters Authority

The Bay Area Headquarters Authority will meet to conduct routine business including approving draft minutes from September 2024 and a contract amendment for webcasting production services. The meeting will also include public comment and standard procedural items.

• Approval of September 25, 2024 meeting minutes (24-11683a)
• Contract Amendment - Webcasting Production Services with Network Television Time Inc. ($860,818) (24-10763b)
• Public comment and other business

Bay Area Infrastructure Financing Authority

The Bay Area Infrastructure Financing Authority is meeting to approve previous meeting minutes and consider revisions to the Fiscal Year 2024-25 operating and capital budgets.

• Approval of September 25, 2024 meeting minutes
• Proposed revisions to BAIFA Resolution No. 54 regarding FY 2024-25 Operating and Capital Budgets

The Bay Area Infrastructure Financing Authority unanimously approved the consent calendar. This included the adoption of revised budgets for the 2024-25 fiscal year and the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Approved FY 2024-25 Operating and Capital Budgets (Resolution No. 54, Revised) (12-0)
• Approved September 25, 2024 meeting minutes (12-0)

Bay Area Toll Authority

The Bay Area Toll Authority is conducting a public hearing regarding proposed toll increases and changes to high occupancy vehicle (HOV) policies for BATA bridges. The Authority may provide initial direction to staff on these proposals, with a final determination to be made after December 18, 2024.

• Public hearing on toll increases and HOV policy changes for BATA bridges
• Approval of Regional Measure 3 (RM3) Annual Report to the Legislature
• Approval of October 23, 2024 meeting minutes

The Authority conducted a public hearing regarding proposed toll increases and changes to high occupancy vehicle (HOV) policies for BATA bridges. The board will consider public comments received through December 18, 2024, before deciding whether to proceed with these changes.

• Approved October 23, 2024 meeting minutes (12-0)
• Approved Regional Measure 3 (RM3) Annual Report to the Legislature (12-0)
• Conducted public hearing on toll increases and HOV policy changes

Bay Area Housing Finance Authority

The Bay Area Housing Finance Authority will review updates to the regional housing portfolio. This discussion follows the removal of Regional Measure 4 (RM4) from the November 2024 ballot.

• Approval of September 25, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion of next steps for the regional housing portfolio following RM4 removal from the November 2024 ballot

The Authority unanimously approved the minutes from the September 25, 2024 meeting. The board received an informational update regarding the regional housing portfolio following the removal of Regional Measure 4 from the November 2024 ballot.

• Approved September 25, 2024 meeting minutes (12-0)

Metropolitan Transportation Commission

The Metropolitan Transportation Commission meets to approve funding allocations, policy updates, and budget amendments totaling over $100 million for regional transit projects, operations, and programs. The agenda includes approvals for grants to cities, transit operators, and infrastructure projects, as well as revisions to regional funding policies.

• $2M BusAID grant to SamTrans for transit priority project planning
• $8.5M allocated to Priority Conservation Area projects
• $4.6M to Regional Vision Zero/Safety Program projects
• $4M allocation to Union City and Fremont via Regional Measure 3
• $10.5M increase in operating revenue and $11.4M in operating expenses for MTC’s FY 2024-25 budget

The Commission approved a series of funding allocations, including $74.3 million for transit operators and $4 million for Union City and Fremont. It also authorized a budget amendment increasing operating expenses by $11.4 million and adopted a framework for a $300 million Senate Bill 125 regional contribution.

• Approved $74.3 million for three transit operators for operations and capital projects
• Approved $4 million in Regional Measure 3 Capital Funds for Union City and Fremont
• Approved $2 million for SamTrans transit priority project planning (BusAID)
• Approved FY 2024-25 budget amendment increasing operating revenue by $10.5M and expenses by $11.4M
• Adopted framework for $300 million regional contribution for Senate Bill 125 funding
• Approved $8.5M for Priority Conservation Area projects, $4.6M for Vision Zero/Safety, and $4M for IDEA TSP and BusAID projects
• Approved design immunity for I-580 Westbound HOV Lane Extension Project
• Approved local support for West Oakland Link funding application

Regional Network Management Customer Advisory Group

The Regional Network Management Customer Advisory Group will meet to review draft minutes from its September meeting and receive updates on the 2024 Coordinated Public Transit-Human Services Transportation Plan and Regional Transit Priority Initiatives. No formal decisions are scheduled; the meeting is informational with public comment opportunities.

• Approval of September 24, 2024 meeting minutes (24-13803a)
• Information on draft 2024 Coordinated Public Transit-Human Services Transportation Plan (24-13794a)
• Update on Regional Transit Priority Initiatives (24-14004b)

The Regional Network Management Customer Advisory Group unanimously approved the consent calendar, which included the minutes from the September 24, 2024 meeting. The group received informational updates on the 2024 Coordinated Public Transit-Human Services Transportation Plan and regional transit priority initiatives.

• Approved September 24, 2024 meeting minutes (12-0)

Policy Advisory Council

The Policy Advisory Council is meeting to review public engagement findings for Plan Bay Area 2050+ and the Next Generation Bay Area Freeways Study. Members will also discuss updates regarding the Transportation Revenue Measure Select Committee and a strategy to integrate advisory councils for MTC and ABAG.

• Next Generation Bay Area Freeways Study findings on all-lane tolling and mileage-based fees
• Transportation Revenue Measure Select Committee update on funding scenarios
• Plan Bay Area 2050+ Summer 2024 engagement findings
• Proposed integrated advisory council strategy for MTC and ABAG
• Approval of October 22, 2024 meeting minutes

The Policy Advisory Council voted to recommend a 'Hybrid' scenario for a transportation revenue measure that covers 27 transit agencies across nine counties. The Council also approved the minutes from the October 22, 2024 meeting.

• Urged Commission to support 'Hybrid' transportation revenue scenario (19-3)
• Approved October 22, 2024 Meeting Minutes (20-0)
• Appointed William Goodwin as Alternate to the Equity and Access Subcommittee
• Deferred Notice of Appreciation for Chair Pamela Campos to December 17, 2024

Clipper Executive Board

The Clipper Executive Board will discuss the Next Generation Clipper System (C2) and the two-year operating and capital budget. The board is deciding whether to increase retail commissions and waive equipment deposits for third-party retailers in Equity Priority Communities.

• Proposed increase in retail commissions and equipment deposit waivers for retailers in Equity Priority Communities
• Progress report on the Next Generation Clipper System (C2)
• Semi-annual update on the FY 2024-25 and 2025-26 operating and capital budget
• Approval of the 2025 Clipper Executive Board meeting calendar

The Clipper Executive Board approved an increase in retail commissions and a waiver of equipment deposits for third-party retailers located in Equity Priority Communities. The board also approved the minutes from the October 28, 2024 meeting.

• Approved increase in retail commissions and equipment deposit waiver for retailers in Equity Priority Communities (8-0)
• Approved October 28, 2024 meeting minutes (8-0)

Bay Area Regional Collaborative

The Governing Board will review a work plan for a Flooding and Sea Level Rise Memorandum of Understanding. The body will also consider the 2025 meeting schedule and several resolutions of appreciation for board members.

• Presentation on the Work Plan for Flooding and Sea Level Rise MOU
• Adoption of the 2025 BARC Governing Board Meeting Schedule
• Resolution No. 19: Resolution of Appreciation for Boardmember Ross
• Resolution No. 20: Resolution of Appreciation for Boardmember Spering
• Resolution No. 21: Resolution of Appreciation for Boardmember Arreguin

Regional Measure 3 (RM 3) Independent Oversight Committee

The Regional Measure 3 Independent Oversight Committee is meeting to review updates on RM 3 allocations and expenditures. The committee will also consider the draft RM 3 Annual Report to the Legislature and the Independent Oversight Committee Annual Report.

• Approval of September 9, 2024 meeting minutes
• Information update on Regional Measure 3 allocations and expenditures
• Review of the draft RM 3 Annual Report to the Legislature
• Approval of the RM 3 Independent Oversight Committee Annual Report to the Legislature

The committee approved the Regional Measure 3 Annual Report to the Legislature, with an amendment allowing MTC staff to make administrative edits. The committee also approved the minutes from the September 9, 2024 meeting.

• Approved Consent Calendar, including September 9, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approved RM3 Annual Report to the Legislature with amendment for administrative edits

ABAG ACFA Governing Board

The Advancing California Finance Authority (ACFA) Governing Board is meeting to approve previous meeting minutes and review financial reports. The board will consider the audited financial statements for ACFA and the ABAG Finance Authority for Nonprofit Corporations (ABAG FAN) for the 2023-2024 fiscal year.

• Approval of ACFA Governing Board Minutes from May 16, 2024
• Review and approval of FY 2023-2024 Audited Financial Statements for ACFA and ABAG FAN

ABAG Finance Committee

The committee is reviewing financial reports and budget adjustments for the Association of Bay Area Governments. Members will consider an operating budget amendment for FY 2024-25 and review audited financial statements for FY 2023-24.

• Proposed Fiscal Year 2024-25 Operating Budget Amendment (Resolution No. 5-2024)
• Audited Financial Statements and Accompanying Reports for Fiscal Year 2023-2024
• Unaudited Statement of Revenues and Expenses for the period ended September 30, 2024
• Unaudited Report on ABAG Investments for the period ended September 30, 2024
• Unaudited San Francisco Bay Trail Financial Statements for the year ended June 30, 2024

The ABAG Finance Committee approved a consent calendar including a proposed FY 2024-25 operating budget amendment. The committee also recommended that the ABAG Executive Board accept the FY 2023-24 audited financial statements and the unaudited San Francisco Bay Trail financial statements.

• Approved Consent Calendar (5-0), including September 19, 2024 minutes and FY 2024-25 operating budget amendment referral
• Recommended ABAG Executive Board acceptance of FY 2023-24 Audited Financial Statements (5-0)
• Recommended reappointment of Crowe LLP for FY 2024-25 annual external audit (5-0)
• Recommended ABAG Executive Board acceptance of unaudited San Francisco Bay Trail Financial Statements for year ended June 30, 2024 (5-0)

ABAG Executive Board

The ABAG Executive Board will meet to approve a Plan Bay Area 2050 amendment for the SMART rail extension to Healdsburg. The board will also consider dissolving the agreement with the San Francisco Bay Trail Nonprofit to reclaim statutory mandates. Other business includes reviewing FY 2024-25 budget amendments and audited financial statements.

• Proposed amendment to Plan Bay Area 2050 to include SMART passenger rail service extension to Healdsburg
• Resolution 11-2024 to dissolve the agreement with the SF Bay Trail Nonprofit and reclaim SB 100 mandates
• Adoption of Resolution No. 5-2024 (Revised) for the FY 2024-25 Operating Budget Amendment
• Approval of audited financial statements for FY 2023-2024
• Review of findings from Plan Bay Area 2050+ and Transit 2050+ public engagement

The ABAG Executive Board approved an amendment to Plan Bay Area 2050 to include the SMART passenger rail extension to Healdsburg. The board also approved a revised operating budget for fiscal year 2024-25 and accepted several financial reports.

• Approved Plan Bay Area 2050 amendment for SMART rail extension to Healdsburg (22-0)
• Approved FY 2024-25 Operating Budget Amendment via Resolution No. 5-2024, Revised (22-0)
• Approved ABAG Executive Board Minutes of September 19, 2024 (22-0)
• Approved 2025 ABAG Meeting Calendar (22-0)
• Accepted FY 2023-24 Audited Financial Statements and reappointed Crowe LLP for FY 2024-25 audit (22-0)
• Accepted unaudited San Francisco Bay Trail Financial Statements for year ended June 30, 2024 (22-0)
• Approved FY 2024-25 Statement of Revenues and Expenses and Investment Report for period ended September 30, 2024 (22-0)

Programming and Allocations Committee

The Programming and Allocations Committee is deciding on several funding allocations and policy revisions for regional transportation grants. The body is also discussing a $300 million regional contribution framework to complement emergency transit funding.

• Allocation of $295.6 million in TDA, STA, RM2, and SB 125 funds to two transit operators
• Allocation of $4 million in Regional Measure 3 Capital Funds to Union City and Fremont
• Programming of $8.5 million for Priority Conservation Area projects, $4.6 million for Regional Vision Zero/Safety, and $4.0 million for IDEA TSP and BusAID projects
• Adoption of a framework for a $300 million regional contribution for Senate Bill 125 emergency transit operations
• Revisions to Regional Early Action Planning Grant (REAP 2) and One Bay Area Grant (OBAG 2 and 3) expenditure plans

The Programming and Allocations Committee approved several funding allocations for transit operations, capital projects, and safety programs. The committee also referred a framework for a $300 million Senate Bill 125 contribution to the Commission for approval.

• Allocated $295.6 million in TDA, STA, RM2, and SB 125 funds to two transit operators
• Approved $4 million in RM3 Capital Funds for Union City and Fremont
• Approved $8.5 million for Priority Conservation Area projects, $4.6 million for Regional Vision Zero/Safety, and $4.0 million for IDEA TSP and BusAID projects
• Approved referral of Senate Bill 125 Regional Accountability Measure Progress Update to the Commission (5-0)
• Approved revisions to Regional Measure 3 Policies and Procedures
• Approved Transit Capital Priorities Policy revisions
• Approved revisions to REAP 2 and OBAG 2 and 3 programs to meet expenditure deadlines
• Approved October 9, 2024 meeting minutes

Bay Area Housing Finance Authority Oversight Committee

The Bay Area Housing Finance Authority Oversight Committee is holding a joint meeting with the ABAG Housing Committee. The body will receive updates on rental assistance and determine next steps following the removal of Regional Measure 4 from the November 2024 ballot.

• Update on BAHFA’s Rental Assistance Pilot Program for Napa County
• Discussion on BAHFA Pilot Program next steps after removal of Regional Measure 4 from the November 2024 ballot
• Approval of ABAG Housing Committee minutes from October 9, 2024
• Approval of BAHFA Oversight Committee minutes from October 9, 2024

The committee approved its consent calendar, which included the minutes from the October 9, 2024 meeting. Members received informational updates regarding a rental assistance pilot program in Napa County and next steps following the removal of Regional Measure 4 from the November 2024 ballot.

• Approved BAHFA Oversight Committee Minutes of October 9, 2024 (7-0)

Administration Committee

The Administration Committee is reviewing several contract amendments and budget adjustments. A primary item is a proposed amendment to the FY 2024-25 Operating and Capital Budgets that would increase operating expenses by $11.4 million.

• Proposed FY 2024-25 Operating and Capital Budgets Amendment No. 1 increasing expenses by $11.4 million
• Contract amendment for StreetSaver® software with DevMecca.com, LLC for $7,500,000
• Contract amendment with Central Square Technologies, LLC for $815,859
• Contract with Moore Iacofano Goltsman, Inc. for $300,000 for Equity Bench support
• Contract amendment with Craft & Commerce, LLC for $315,000

The Administration Committee unanimously approved a referral to the Commission for a budget amendment increasing operating revenue by $10.5 million and expenses by $11.4 million. The committee also approved several contract amendments and a master fund transfer agreement via a consent calendar.

• Approved referral of FY 2024-25 Operating and Capital Budgets Amendment No. 1 (4-0)
• Approved $7.5M contract amendment for StreetSaver software with DevMecca.com, LLC (4-0)
• Approved $815,859 sole source contract amendment for Central Square Technologies, LLC (4-0)
• Approved $315,000 contract amendment for Craft & Commerce, LLC (4-0)
• Approved $300,000 contract for Moore Iacofano Goltsman, Inc. (4-0)
• Approved Master Fund Transfer Agreement with California Department of Transportation (4-0)
• Approved FY 2024-25 Overall Work Program Amendment No. 3 (4-0)
• Approved October 9, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)

Bay Area Toll Authority Oversight Committee

The committee is meeting to approve contract amendments for outreach services and the Regional Measure 3 annual report to the legislature. Members will also review the unaudited statement of revenues and expenses for the period ending September 30, 2024.

• Contract amendment for Davis & Associates Communications, Inc. ($300,000)
• Contract amendment for HNTB Corporation ($300,000)
• Regional Measure 3 (RM3) Annual Report to the Legislature
• FY 2024-25 BATA Statement of Revenues and Expenses (unaudited)

The Committee unanimously approved the consent calendar, which included contract amendments for outreach services and the Regional Measure 3 annual report. The Committee also received an unaudited statement of revenues and expenses for FY 2024-25 for information purposes.

• Approved October 9, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved $300,000 contract amendment for Davis & Associates Communications, Inc. (6-0)
• Approved $300,000 contract amendment for HNTB Corporation (6-0)
• Approved Regional Measure 3 (RM3) Annual Report to the Legislature (6-0)

ABAG Housing Committee

The ABAG Housing Committee, chaired by Carlos Romero, meets to receive updates on BAHFA’s Rental Assistance Pilot Program in Napa County and discuss next steps for regional housing programs after Regional Measure 4 was removed from the November 2024 ballot. The committee also approves minutes from its October 9, 2024 meeting.

• Approval of ABAG Housing Committee Minutes of October 9, 2024
• Approval of BAHFA Oversight Committee Minutes of October 9, 2024
• Progress update on BAHFA’s Rental Assistance Pilot Program in Napa County
• Discussion of BAHFA and regional housing portfolio next steps after Regional Measure 4 removal

The ABAG Housing Committee and BAHFA Oversight Committee met jointly to approve previous meeting minutes. The committees received progress reports on a rental assistance pilot program in Napa County and the regional housing portfolio. No other substantive policy decisions were recorded.

• Approved ABAG Housing Committee minutes of October 9, 2024 (7-0)
• Approved BAHFA Oversight Committee minutes of October 9, 2024

Joint MTC ABAG Legislation Committee

The Joint MTC ABAG Legislation Committee is meeting to receive updates on legislative and funding developments. The body will discuss a report from Washington, D.C. and the results of the November 2024 elections.

• Update on the Transportation Revenue Measure Select Committee and proposed next steps
• Report on legislative, funding, and political developments from Washington, D.C.
• Update on statewide, local, and nationwide 2024 election ballot measures
• Approval of October 11, 2024 meeting minutes

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the October 11, 2024 meeting via the consent calendar. Other agenda items consisted of informational reports regarding Washington, D.C. legislative updates, the Transportation Revenue Measure Select Committee, and the November 2024 election results.

• Approved October 11, 2024 meeting minutes (12-0)

Planning Committee

The MTC Planning Committee will meet to approve $8.5 million in grants for natural and agricultural land protection and review summer 2024 public engagement results for Plan Bay Area 2050+. The joint meeting with the ABAG Administrative Committee will also cover administrative updates and a proposed integrated advisory council strategy.

• Approval of $8.5 million in Priority Conservation Area Grant Program awards
• Review of Plan Bay Area 2050+: Summer 2024 engagement findings
• Presentation of MTC and ABAG Advisory Council integration strategy
• Approval of October 2024 meeting minutes for both committees
• Joint meeting with ABAG Administrative Committee

The MTC Planning Committee approved $8.5 million in grants for the Priority Conservation Area Grant Program to protect natural and agricultural lands. The committee also approved the minutes from the October 11, 2024 meeting. Several items regarding Plan Bay Area 2050 were presented for information only.

• Approved $8.5 million in Priority Conservation Area grants to various applicants (7-0)
• Approved MTC Planning Committee minutes from October 11, 2024 (7-0)

ABAG Administrative Committee

The ABAG Administrative Committee and MTC Planning Committee are holding a joint meeting to discuss regional planning and conservation. The body will consider approving grant awards to protect natural and agricultural lands and improve urban greening.

• Approval of $8.45 million in Priority Conservation Area (PCA) grants
• 2024 Annual Progress Update for Plan Bay Area 2050
• Summer 2024 engagement findings for Plan Bay Area 2050+
• Proposal for an integrated MTC and ABAG Advisory Council

The MTC Planning Committee approved grant awards totaling $8.45 million for the Priority Conservation Area program to protect natural and agricultural lands. The ABAG Administrative Committee approved its consent calendar, including the minutes from its October 11, 2024 meeting.

• Approved $8.45 million in Priority Conservation Area Grant awards (MTC Planning Committee)
• Approved ABAG Administrative Committee Summary Minutes of the October 11, 2024 Meeting (8-0)
• Approved MTC Planning Committee Minutes of the October 11, 2024 Meeting (MTC Planning Committee)

Bay Area Infrastructure Financing Authority Network and Operations Committee

The Bay Area Infrastructure Financing Authority Network and Operations Committee is meeting to approve budget revisions and a contract change order. The body will also review a quarterly performance report for MTC Express Lanes.

• Proposed BAIFA Resolution No. 54: Revised Fiscal Year 2024-25 Operating and Capital Budgets
• Contract Change Order for Express Lane Toll System Integrator (TransCore, LP) in the amount of $4,114,863
• MTC Express Lanes Quarterly Report for the second quarter (April - June 2024)

The Committee unanimously approved the Consent Calendar, which included a contract change order for the Express Lane Toll System Integrator and the FY 2024-25 operating and capital budgets. The body also approved the minutes from the July 12, 2024 meeting.

• Approved July 12, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved $4,114,863 contract change order for TransCore, LP (6-0)
• Approved Revised FY 2024-25 Operating and Capital Budgets via Resolution No. 54 (6-0)

Regional Network Management Committee

The Regional Network Management Committee will meet to approve funding for transit priority projects, including $2M for San Mateo County’s BusAID program and $1.95M for transit signal priority technical assistance. It will also vote on a $23,000 contract amendment for I-880 corridor management and approve minutes from the October meeting.

• Approval of $2,000,000 for Bus Accelerated Infrastructure Delivery (BusAID) Program - San Mateo County Transit District (SamTrans)
• Approval of $1,950,000 for transit signal priority projects under the IDEA TSP Technical Assistance Program
• Contract Amendment - Interstate-880 (I-880) Integrated Corridor Management (ICM) North Segment Construction Management Services: MNS Engineers, Inc. ($23,000)
• Approval of Regional Network Management Committee Minutes of the October 11, 2024 Meeting
• Approval of $2,700,000 transfer from Clipper Float Account to MTC to fund Clipper Program Operating Costs

The Regional Network Management Committee approved funding for transit priority planning in San Mateo County and technical assistance for transit signal priority projects. The committee also authorized a $2.7 million transfer to fund Clipper program operating costs.

• Approved $2,000,000 for SamTrans BusAID program (6-0)
• Approved $1,950,000 for IDEA TSP technical assistance (6-0)
• Approved $2,700,000 transfer from Clipper Float Account to MTC (6-0)
• Approved MTC Resolution No. 4672 for West Oakland Link funding (6-0)
• Approved MTC Resolution No. 4669 for I-580 HOV Lane Extension design immunity (6-0)
• Approved $23,000 contract amendment for MNS Engineers, Inc. regarding I-880 (6-0)
• Approved October 11, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)

Regional Network Management Council

The Regional Network Management Council is meeting to approve funding for transit priority programs and receive updates on regional transit plans. The body will consider funding recommendations for technical assistance and project planning to improve bus infrastructure.

• Approval of $1,950,000 for transit signal priority projects via the IDEA TSP program
• Approval of $2,000,000 for transit priority project planning via the BusAID program
• Informational update on Caltrans District 4’s Bay Area Transit Plan
• Update on regional Transit Priority initiatives from the Transit Transformation Action Plan
• Discussion of the draft 2024 Coordinated Public Transit-Human Services Transportation Plan

The Regional Network Management Council approved funding recommendations for two transit priority programs. The council also approved the minutes from the September 23, 2024 meeting and received informational updates on regional transit plans.

• Approved $1.95M for technical assistance on transit signal priority projects via IDEA TSP (10-0)
• Approved $2M for transit priority project planning via BusAID (10-0)
• Approved September 23, 2024 meeting minutes (10-0)

Clipper Executive Board

The board will receive updates on the implementation of the Next Generation Clipper System (C2) and current system performance. Members will also review 2024 customer and non-user research survey results and a proposed 2025 meeting calendar.

• Progress report on Next Generation Clipper System (C2) from Cubic Transportation Systems
• Current Clipper System operations and performance update
• 2024 Clipper customer and non-user research survey results
• Proposed 2025 Clipper Executive Board meeting calendar
• Approval of September 9, 2024 meeting minutes

The Board unanimously approved the consent calendar, which included the minutes from the September 9, 2024 meeting. The remainder of the meeting consisted of informational updates regarding system implementation, operations, and research surveys.

• Approved September 9, 2024 meeting minutes (8-0)

ABAG San Francisco Bay Trail Board of Directors

The SF Bay Trail Board of Directors will meet to approve minutes from April 2024, hear a presentation on a proposed nonprofit partnership, and vote on a resolution supporting the pursuit of a new organizational partner for the Bay Trail project. The board will also receive updates from staff and directors.

• Approval of SF Bay Trail Board of Directors Minutes of April 26, 2024
• Presentation by Potrero Group on Meeting with the Ad Hoc Committee and Nonprofit Concept
• Adoption of Resolution in Support of the Bay Trail Board Pursuing a New Organizational Partner

The San Francisco Bay Trail Board of Directors adopted a resolution to seek a new organizational partner. The resolution includes requests for MTC to support the nonprofit board in retaining Potrero Group's services and obtaining transition funding.

• Approved Consent Calendar, including April 26, 2024 minutes (12-0-1)
• Adopted resolution to pursue a new organizational partner with amendments regarding MTC staffing and transition funding (12-0-1)

ABAG POWER Board of Directors

The ABAG POWER Board of Directors met to approve minutes from a prior meeting, adopt the 2025 meeting schedule, and accept audited financial statements for fiscal year 2023-24. The board also elected leadership and received updates on energy programs, including natural gas initiatives and public offerings.

• Approval of minutes from December 11, 2023 special meeting
• Adoption of Calendar Year 2025 meeting schedule
• Acceptance of audited financial statements and reports for FY 2023-24
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair for 2025
• Update on ABAG-MTC Energy Section and Natural Gas Program overview

Bay Area Housing Finance Authority Advisory Committee

The BAHFA Advisory Committee meets to review updates on regional housing programs following the removal of Regional Measure 4 from the November 2024 ballot. The committee will discuss immediate impact through pilot programs, preliminary ideas for new BAHFA programs, and considerations for a future regional housing measure. The meeting includes a chair's report, approval of past minutes, and public comment.

• Approval of BAHFA Advisory Committee Minutes of March 28, 2024
• Update on BAHFA programs after Regional Measure 4 removal
• Discussion of pilot programs and new BAHFA program ideas
• Review of awarded housing projects and regional housing portfolio
• Public comment on housing initiatives

The committee approved the Consent Calendar, which included the minutes from the March 28, 2024 meeting. Members received an update regarding the regional housing portfolio following the removal of Regional Measure 4 from the November 2024 ballot.

• Approved Consent Calendar, including March 28, 2024 minutes (6-1)

Bay Area Toll Authority

The Bay Area Toll Authority is discussing a proposal for phased toll increases starting in January 2026 to maintain state-owned bridges. The body is also seeking feedback on modifying high occupancy vehicle (HOV) policies to support open road tolling.

• Proposed phased toll increase for BATA bridges beginning January 2026
• Proposed modifications to high occupancy vehicle (HOV) policy for BATA bridges
• Regional Measure 3 (RM3) Independent Oversight Committee roster updates
• Approval of September 25, 2024 meeting minutes

The Authority unanimously approved the consent calendar, which included the September 25, 2024 meeting minutes and updates to the Regional Measure 3 Independent Oversight Committee roster. Staff presented information regarding a proposed phased toll increase for BATA bridges starting in January 2026 and potential HOV policy changes.

• Approved September 25, 2024 meeting minutes (15-0)
• Approved BATA Resolution No. 131 regarding Regional Measure 3 Independent Oversight Committee Roster Updates (15-0)

Metropolitan Transportation Commission

The Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) meets to approve funding allocations and policy updates. Key actions include approving $141.4 million in transit funds for regional operators, allocating $3 million for the Valley Link rail project, and amending Plan Bay Area 2050 to include SMART’s Healdsburg rail extension. The meeting also covers routine approvals like commission minutes and design immunity for a regional mapping project.

• Allocation of $141.4 million in FY2024-25 TDA, STA, RM2, RM3, and SB125 funds to four transit operators
• $3 million AB 1171 Bridge Toll Capital Funds allocation to Tri-Valley - San Joaquin Valley Regional Rail Authority for Valley Link project
• Approval of Plan Bay Area 2050 amendment to include SMART passenger rail extension to Healdsburg
• Adoption of Transportation-Air Quality Conformity Analysis and EIR Addendum for Plan Bay Area 2050
• Approval of MTC Resolution No. 4671 for design immunity for Regional Mapping and Wayfinding Project

The Commission unanimously approved a series of funding allocations for regional transit operators and specific rail projects. Key actions included amending the Plan Bay Area 2050 to include the SMART passenger rail extension to Healdsburg. The body also approved several resolutions regarding bridge toll funds and design immunity.

• Allocated $141.4 million in FY2024-25 funds to four transit operators (Unanimous)
• Approved $3 million in AB 1171 Bridge Toll funds for the Valley Link project (Unanimous)
• Amended Plan Bay Area 2050 to include SMART rail extension to Healdsburg (Unanimous)
• Approved MTC Resolution No. 4671 for Regional Mapping and Wayfinding Project design immunity (Unanimous)
• Approved TDA funds for Solano Transportation Authority planning and coordination (Unanimous)
• Approved revisions to RM3 allocation for Caltrain Downtown Extension 'The Portal' (Unanimous)
• Approved amendments to SB1 Solutions for Congested Corridors Program nominations (Unanimous)
• Approved September 25, 2024 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

MTC Audit Committee

The MTC Audit Committee will meet to accept the FY 2023-24 financial reports and year-end audit results, and to approve the retention of Crowe LLP as the external audit firm for FY 2025. The committee will also receive a report on the FY 2023-24 financial and compliance audit results from Crowe LLP.

• Accept FY 2023-24 audited financial reports
• Approve retention of Crowe LLP as external auditor for FY 2025
• Receive FY 2023-24 audit results from Crowe LLP

Policy Advisory Council Equity & Access Subcommittee

The Policy Advisory Council Equity & Access Subcommittee is reviewing outcomes from a low-income toll discount pilot on I-880 Express Lanes. The body will also discuss a proposal to increase tolls for Bay Area Toll Authority (BATA) bridges to maintain them in a state of good repair.

• Review of 12-month pilot outcomes for Express Lanes START low-income toll discounts on I-880
• Discussion of proposed toll increases for BATA bridges
• Verbal update on Transit Transformation Action Plan: Accessibility Actions
• Approval of May 24, 2024 meeting minutes

A quorum was not established at a single location, resulting in agenda items being presented for informational purposes only. No actions were taken and no cross-table discussions were permitted.

Policy Advisory Council

The Metropolitan Transportation Commission’s Policy Advisory Council will meet to receive updates on equity priority communities for the 2050+ regional plan and a staff report on eligibility assessments for transit discount programs. The council also reviews past meeting minutes and hears brief reports from subcommittees and members.

• Review of 2024 Equity Priority Communities feedback for Plan Bay Area 2050+
• Update on means-based collaborative assessments for Clipper START and Express Lanes START programs
• Approval of September 24, 2024 meeting minutes

The Council approved the meeting minutes from September 24, 2024. The remainder of the meeting consisted of informational reports and discussions regarding equity priority communities and means-based collaborative assessments.

• Approved September 24, 2024 Meeting Minutes (15-0-2)

Metropolitan Transportation Commission

The Metropolitan Transportation Commission and the Transportation Revenue Measure Select Committee are meeting to review draft funding scenarios and policy components. Members will discuss and vote on elements of a potential revenue measure to inform action in December.

• Review of operator-coordinated scenarios and alternate plans for transit operators with shortfalls
• Vote on draft transportation revenue measure scenarios, including a 10-year scenario
• Discussion of policy components to be considered as part of the revenue measure
• Approval of Transportation Revenue Measure Select Committee minutes from September 23, 2024

Transportation Revenue Measure Select Committee

The Transportation Revenue Measure Select Committee discussed draft scenarios for a potential regional transportation funding measure, including a 10-year plan, and sought input on policy components. The committee also approved minutes from its September 23 meeting and heard chair remarks with supporting documents.

• Review of draft scenarios for a regional transportation revenue measure, including a 10-year plan
• Discussion on policy components for the revenue measure framework
• Approval of minutes from the September 23, 2024 meeting
• Chair remarks with supporting documents (sales tax rates, state funding for transit, ACTC response letter)
• Public comment and final meeting of the Transportation Revenue Measure Select Committee

ABAG Administrative Committee

The ABAG Administrative Committee and MTC Planning Committee are holding a joint meeting to decide on a regional energy program contract and a rail service amendment. The body will also receive a progress update on the Plan Bay Area 2050+ Final Blueprint.

• Contract with Franklin Energy for Bay Area Regional Energy Network (BayREN) Single Family program not to exceed $22,100,000
• Proposed amendment to Plan Bay Area 2050 to include Sonoma-Marin Area Rail Transit (SMART) extension to Healdsburg
• Approval of Transportation-Air Quality Conformity Analysis and EIR Addendum for the SMART extension
• Progress update on Plan Bay Area 2050+ Final Blueprint recommendations

Joint MTC ABAG Legislation Committee

The committee is meeting to review a scorecard comparing its 2024 advocacy program with state and federal legislative outcomes. Members will also receive updates on tracked bills in Sacramento and recent political and funding developments from Washington, D.C.

• Approval of September 13, 2024 meeting minutes
• Review of 2024 Legislative Scorecard
• Update on bills being tracked in Sacramento
• Washington, D.C. legislative and funding report from Summit Strategies

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the September 13, 2024 meeting. Other agenda items consisted of informational reports regarding legislative history, a 2024 legislative scorecard, and a Washington, D.C. legislative update.

• Approved September 13, 2024 meeting minutes (10-0)

Planning Committee

The MTC Planning Committee and ABAG Administrative Committee are holding a joint meeting to decide on a regional energy program contract and an amendment to Plan Bay Area 2050. The body will also receive a progress update on the Plan Bay Area 2050+ Final Blueprint.

• Contract with Franklin Energy for Bay Area Regional Energy Network (BayREN) Single Family program not to exceed $22,100,000
• Proposed amendment to Plan Bay Area 2050 to include Sonoma-Marin Area Rail Transit (SMART) extension to Healdsburg
• Approval of Transportation-Air Quality Conformity Analysis and Environmental Impact Report (EIR) Addendum for the SMART extension
• Progress update on Plan Bay Area 2050+ Final Blueprint recommendations

The MTC Planning Committee approved forwarding resolutions to the Commission to amend Plan Bay Area 2050 to include the SMART passenger rail extension to Healdsburg. The ABAG Administrative Committee also approved a $22.1 million contract for the BayREN Single Family program.

• Approved forwarding MTC Resolutions 4665, 4666, and 4667 to the Commission regarding the SMART rail extension to Healdsburg (6-0)
• Approved MTC Planning Committee minutes from September 13, 2024 (6-0)
• ABAG Administrative Committee approved contract with Franklin Energy for BayREN Single Family program not to exceed $22,100,000
• ABAG Administrative Committee approved summary minutes from September 13, 2024

Regional Network Management Committee

The Regional Network Management Committee is meeting to review a report from the Customer Advisory Group and approve several contract amendments. The body is deciding on funding for Clipper card orders and the extension of operations and maintenance periods.

• Change Order CO 145 for Clipper Card Order with Cubic Transportation Systems, Inc. ($1,000,000)
• Change Order CO 218 for Extension of Operations and Maintenance Period with Cubic Transportation Systems, Inc. ($20,000,000)

The Regional Network Management Committee approved two change order amendments for Cubic Transportation Systems, Inc. totaling $21 million. The committee also approved the minutes from the September 13, 2024 meeting.

• Approved $1,000,000 Clipper Card Order change order (6-0)
• Approved $20,000,000 extension of operations and maintenance period change order (6-0)
• Approved September 13, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)

ABAG Housing Committee

The ABAG Housing Committee meets to discuss program evaluation findings for the Regional Housing Technical Assistance (RHTA) Program under the REAP 1.0 grant, which will inform future technical assistance design under REAP 2.0. The committee also approves minutes from previous meetings and receives reports from chairs.

• Approval of ABAG Housing Committee Minutes of May 8, 2024
• Approval of BAHFA Oversight Committee Minutes of May 8, 2024
• Overview of RHTA Program evaluation findings under REAP 1.0 grant

The ABAG Housing Committee approved its Consent Calendar, which included the minutes from the May 8, 2024 meeting. The BAHFA Oversight Committee also approved its May 8, 2024 minutes. The committee received a report on the Regional Housing Technical Assistance (RHTA) Program evaluation.

• Approved ABAG Housing Committee Minutes of May 8, 2024 (6-0)
• Approved BAHFA Oversight Committee Minutes of May 8, 2024

Bay Area Housing Finance Authority Oversight Committee

The BAHFA Oversight Committee and ABAG Housing Committee are holding a joint meeting to discuss housing program evaluations. The body will review findings from the initial years of the Regional Housing Technical Assistance (RHTA) Program to inform future grant delivery.

• Review of program evaluation findings for the Regional Housing Technical Assistance (RHTA) Program
• Discussion of RHTA Program successes and challenges under the REAP 1.0 grant
• Approval of ABAG Housing Committee minutes from May 8, 2024
• Approval of BAHFA Oversight Committee minutes from May 8, 2024

The BAHFA Oversight Committee unanimously approved its consent calendar, which included the minutes from the May 8, 2024 meeting. The committee also received information regarding the Regional Housing Technical Assistance (RHTA) Program evaluation findings.

• Approved BAHFA Oversight Committee Minutes of May 8, 2024 (unanimous)

Programming and Allocations Committee

The Programming and Allocations Committee is meeting to decide on several funding allocations for transit operators and infrastructure projects. The body will also review a strategy for transitioning to zero-emission transit.

• Allocation of $141.4 million in FY2024-25 funds to four transit operators
• Allocation of $3 million in AB 1171 Bridge Toll Capital Funds to Tri-Valley - San Joaquin Valley Regional Rail Authority for the Valley Link project
• Allocation of FY 2024-25 TDA funds to the Solano Transportation Authority
• Revisions to RM3 allocation for the Caltrain Downtown Extension ("The Portal")
• Amendment to nominations for the SB1 Solutions for Congested Corridors Program

The Programming and Allocations Committee approved several funding allocations for transit operations, capital projects, and rail design. The committee also referred an amendment for the SB1 Solutions for Congested Corridors Program to the Commission for approval.

• Approved allocation of $141.4 million in TDA, STA, RM2, RM3, and SB 125 funds to four transit operators (6-0)
• Approved $3 million in AB 1171 Bridge Toll Capital Funds to Tri-Valley - San Joaquin Valley Regional Rail Authority (6-0)
• Approved TDA funds to Solano Transportation Authority for countywide planning and coordination (6-0)
• Approved revisions to RM3 allocation to Transbay Joint Powers Authority for Caltrain Downtown Extension (6-0)
• Approved referral of SB1 Solutions for Congested Corridors Program amendment to the Commission (6-0)
• Approved Programming & Allocations Committee Minutes of October 9, 2024 (6-0)

Administration Committee

The Administration Committee is meeting to approve several administrative actions. This includes a partnership agreement for database development and a contract amendment for a leadership academy.

• Long-Term Partnership Agreement for Database Development and Training with Bay Area Air Quality Management District ($1,500,000)
• Contract Amendment for MTC Leadership Academy with San Jose State University Research Foundation ($550,000)
• Approval of September 11, 2024 meeting minutes

The Administration Committee unanimously approved a consent calendar containing three items. This included a partnership agreement for database development and a contract amendment for the MTC Leadership Academy.

• Approved September 11, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved $1,500,000 Long-Term Partnership Agreement for database development and training with Bay Area Air Quality Management District (6-0)
• Approved $550,000 contract amendment for MTC Leadership Academy with San Jose State University Research Foundation (6-0)

Bay Area Toll Authority Oversight Committee

The committee is reviewing a proposal for phased toll increases starting in January 2026 to maintain state-owned bridges. Members are also considering a prequalified bench of consulting firms for construction and asset management through 2027.

• Proposed phased toll increase for BATA bridges beginning January 2026
• Contract amendment for Advanced Toll Collection and Accounting System (ATCAS II) with TransCore, LP for $1,484,996
• Approval of a consultant bench for construction management and design services through June 30, 2027
• Proposed modifications to high occupancy vehicle (HOV) policy for BATA bridges
• BATA Resolution No. 131 regarding Regional Measure 3 (RM3) Independent Oversight Committee roster updates

The Committee approved a contract amendment for toll collection and accounting services and established a prequalified bench of consulting firms for construction and design services. Staff presented informational proposals regarding future toll increases and HOV policy changes.

• Approved contract amendment for Advanced Toll Collection and Accounting System (ATCAS II) with TransCore, LP for $1,484,996 (5-0)
• Approved 2024 BATA Construction Management, Design Services, and Asset Management Program Support Services consultant bench (6-0)
• Approved Regional Measure 3 (RM3) Independent Oversight Committee Roster Updates (5-0)
• Approved September 11, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)

Bay Area Toll Authority

The Bay Area Toll Authority (BATA) will convene at 9:45 a.m. on September 25, 2024, to conduct procedural business including approving the minutes of its July 24, 2024 meeting. The meeting is open to in-person and remote public participation via Zoom or phone.

• Approval of the Authority Minutes of the July 24, 2024 Meeting (24-09973a)

The Bay Area Toll Authority approved the Consent Calendar, which included the approval of the minutes from the July 24, 2024 meeting. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved July 24, 2024 meeting minutes (13-0)

Bay Area Headquarters Authority

The Bay Area Headquarters Authority will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and hold a closed session. The closed session includes negotiations regarding the price and lease terms of a portion of the Bay Area Metro Center.

• Approval of July 24, 2024 meeting minutes
• Closed session regarding price and lease terms for a portion of 375 Beale Street, San Francisco
• Closed session with legal counsel regarding one potential case of anticipated litigation

The Authority unanimously approved the Consent Calendar, which included the approval of the July 24, 2024 meeting minutes. The board held a closed session regarding real property negotiations and anticipated litigation, but reported no action was taken during that session.

• Approved July 24, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)

Bay Area Housing Finance Authority

The Bay Area Housing Finance Authority is meeting to approve previous meeting minutes and a contract amendment for web design services. The body is deciding whether to extend a contract for the Doorway Housing Portal.

• Contract amendment not to exceed $590,000 with Exygy Inc. for Doorway Housing Portal web design services
• Total contract amount for Exygy Inc. not-to-exceed $4,034,374 million
• Extension of Exygy Inc. contract termination date to April 30, 2026

The Bay Area Housing Finance Authority approved a third amendment to the Exygy Inc. contract for Doorway Housing Portal web design services. The amendment adds up to $590,000, bringing the total contract amount to $4,034,374. The contract termination date was extended to April 30, 2026.

• Approved third amendment to Exygy Inc. contract for up to $590,000 (13-0)
• Approved extension of Exygy Inc. contract termination date to April 30, 2026 (13-0)
• Approved minutes for June 26, 2024, August 8, 2024, and August 14, 2024 meetings (13-0)

Bay Area Infrastructure Financing Authority

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. The only action item is the approval of minutes from the July 24, 2024 meeting.

• Approval of July 24, 2024 meeting minutes

The Authority unanimously approved the Consent Calendar, which included the approval of the July 24, 2024, meeting minutes. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved July 24, 2024 meeting minutes (13-0)

Metropolitan Transportation Commission

The Metropolitan Transportation Commission is deciding on several funding allocations for transit operators and infrastructure projects. The body will also consider the adoption of the 2025 Transportation Improvement Program and express support for Propositions 4 and 5.

• Allocation of $85.5 million in RM3 funds for electric ferries ($18M), I-680/SR-4 interchange design ($3M), and I-80 Westbound Truck Scales ($69M)
• Contract for Priority Sites Technical Assistance with Aaron Welch Planning for $4,421,000
• Allocation of $74.3 million in various funds to three regional transit operators
• Adoption of the 2025 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) and Air Quality Conformity Analysis
• Support for Proposition 4 ($10 billion in bonds for climate risks) and Proposition 5 (voter threshold for affordable housing and infrastructure bonds)

The Commission approved several funding allocations for transit operators and regional infrastructure, including ferry vessels and truck scales. It also adopted the 2025 Transportation Improvement Program and expressed support for Propositions 4 and 5.

• Allocated $141.4M in TDA, STA, RM2, RM3, and SB 125 funds to four transit operators
• Approved $85.5M in RM3 funds for electric ferries ($18M), I-680/SR-4 design ($3M), and I-80 truck scales ($69M) (12-0)
• Approved $4.421M contract for Priority Sites Technical Assistance with Aaron Welch Planning
• Allocated $8.5M to Priority Conservation Area projects and $4.6M to Regional Vision Zero/Safety Program
• Adopted the 2025 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) and Air Quality Conformity Analysis
• Adopted support positions for Proposition 4 and Proposition 5
• Approved Clipper BayPass Phase 1 and Phase 2 pilot funding and revenue distribution
• Approved a 6% budget cut to the Regional Early Action Planning Grant (REAP 2) program

Policy Advisory Council

The Policy Advisory Council is meeting to discuss results from a community survey on Bay Area transportation. The body will also receive updates regarding the Transportation Revenue Measure Select Committee and Executive Group.

• Review of Bay Area Transportation Community Survey results
• Update on the September 23, 2024 Transportation Revenue Measure Select Committee meeting
• Update on the September 17, 2024 Transportation Revenue Measure Executive Group meeting
• Approval of July 23 and August 27, 2024 meeting minutes

The Council approved the minutes from the July 23, 2024 meeting and the August 27, 2024 workshop. Other agenda items regarding transportation surveys and revenue measure updates were presented for information or discussion.

• Approved July 23, 2024 Meeting and August 27, 2024 Workshop Minutes (12-0-2)

Regional Network Management Customer Advisory Group

The Regional Network Management Customer Advisory Group is meeting to review prototype maps and signage for upcoming station installations. The group will also receive information on the draft 2024 Coordinated Public Transit-Human Services Transportation Plan and the One-Seat Ride Pilot Program.

• Preview of prototype maps and signage for installation this fall
• Review of the draft 2024 Coordinated Public Transit-Human Services Transportation Plan
• Progress report on Transformation Action Plan Action 22: One-Seat Ride Pilot Program
• Approval of June 28, 2024 meeting minutes

The Regional Network Management Customer Advisory Group unanimously approved the minutes from the June 28, 2024 meeting. Other agenda items regarding mapping, transit plans, and the One-Seat Ride Pilot Program were presented for information only.

• Approved June 28, 2024 meeting minutes (13-0)

Metropolitan Transportation Commission

The Metropolitan Transportation Commission is meeting to discuss draft scenarios and policy components for a transportation revenue measure. Members will provide input to refine these scenarios and consider policy options for further discussion in October.

• Review of Transportation Revenue Measure draft scenarios
• Discussion of policy provision considerations for the revenue measure
• Approval of Transportation Revenue Measure Select Committee minutes from August 26, 2024

Transportation Revenue Measure Select Committee

The Transportation Revenue Measure Select Committee is meeting to review and refine draft scenarios for a revenue measure. Members will also provide input on potential policy components to be discussed further in October.

• Review of draft transportation revenue measure scenarios
• Discussion of policy provision considerations for the revenue measure
• Approval of August 26, 2024 meeting minutes

The Transportation Revenue Measure Select Committee approved the minutes from its August 26, 2024, meeting. Members reviewed draft revenue measure scenarios and deferred discussion on policy provision considerations to the October meeting.

• Approved August 26, 2024 meeting minutes (13-0)
• Deferred policy provision considerations (Item 24-1144) to October 21, 2024

Clipper Executive Board

The board will review updates on the Next Generation Clipper System (C2) and current system performance. Members are deciding on two contract amendments for card procurement and maintenance, as well as an amendment to the 2022 Clipper Memorandum of Understanding.

• Clipper card procurement change order for Cubic Transportation Systems, Inc. ($1,000,000)
• Operations and maintenance extension for Cubic Transportation Systems, Inc. ($20,000,000)
• Proposed Amendment 1 to the 2022 Amended and Restated Clipper Memorandum of Understanding
• Progress report on the Next Generation Clipper System (C2) implementation

The Board approved two contract change orders for Cubic Transportation Systems, Inc. totaling $21 million for card procurement and operations maintenance. The Board also approved an amendment to the 2022 Amended and Restated Clipper Memorandum of Understanding.

• Approved $1,000,000 Change Order Amendment for Clipper card procurement from Cubic Transportation Systems, Inc. (8-0)
• Approved $20,000,000 Contract Change Order Amendment for a 20-month operations and maintenance period with Cubic Transportation Systems, Inc. (8-0)
• Approved Amendment 1 to the 2022 Amended and Restated Clipper Memorandum of Understanding (8-0)
• Approved July 22, 2024 meeting minutes (9-0)

Regional Network Management Council

The Regional Network Management Council will meet to review public transit prototype maps and signage for upcoming installation, and receive an update on a draft report revising paratransit eligibility standards. The council will also hear a work plan progress report and conduct procedural business. No formal decisions are scheduled.

• Preview of prototype maps and signage for transit stations planned for fall installation
• Draft report update on standardized paratransit eligibility practices under Transformation Action Plan 25
• Regional Network Management Council Work Plan Progress Report for September 2024

The Council unanimously approved the minutes from the July 22, 2024 meeting. Other agenda items consisted of informational presentations regarding mapping, wayfinding, paratransit eligibility, and the council work plan.

• Approved July 22, 2024 meeting minutes (9-0)

Bay Area Regional Collaborative

The Governing Board is meeting to discuss the organizational plan for the Bay Area Regional Collaborative. The session includes a workshop on organizational options, purpose, and the need for change.

• Approval of July 19, 2024 meeting minutes
• BARC Organizational Plan Workshop
• Discussion on organizational options presented by NHA Advisors

The Governing Board approved the minutes from the July 19, 2024, meeting. The session also included presentations regarding the BARC Organizational Plan and organizational options.

• Approved July 19, 2024 Governing Board Minutes (11-0)

ABAG Finance Committee

The ABAG Finance Committee is meeting to approve previous meeting minutes and review an unaudited report on ABAG investments for the period ending June 30, 2024.

• Approval of May 16, 2024 meeting minutes
• Review of ABAG Investment Report for period ended June 30, 2024

The ABAG Finance Committee approved the consent calendar, which included the minutes from the May 16, 2024 meeting and an unaudited investment report for the period ending June 30, 2024.

• Approved May 16, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved unaudited investment report for period ended June 30, 2024 (7-0)

ABAG Executive Board

The ABAG Executive Board will meet to discuss and vote on multiple contracts totaling $2.8M for energy efficiency programs, regulatory support, and estuary website enhancements. It will also consider endorsing two state bond propositions (Prop 4 and Prop 5) and receive updates on Plan Bay Area 2050+ and investment reports.

• Approve $241,694 contract with The Energy Coalition for BayREN’s Energy Roadmapping Service
• Approve $50,000 contract amendment with Law Offices of Elizabeth Kelly for BayREN regulatory support (cumulative $700,000)
• Approve $100,000 contract amendment with The Energy Coalition for shared technical services (cumulative $650,000)
• Approve $490,000 contract with CodeCycle.org for BayREN energy efficiency programs
• Endorse Proposition 5 (55% voter threshold for housing bonds) and Proposition 4 ($10B climate bond)

The ABAG Executive Board approved support positions for Proposition 4, regarding climate risk bonds, and Proposition 5, regarding voter thresholds for affordable housing and infrastructure bonds. The board also approved several energy and environmental contracts via a consent calendar.

• Approved support for Proposition 5 (19-1)
• Approved support for Proposition 4 (20-0)
• Approved $241,694 contract with The Energy Coalition for BayREN Energy Roadmapping Service
• Approved $50,000 contract amendment with Law Offices of Elizabeth Kelly for BayREN regulatory support
• Approved $100,000 contract amendment with The Energy Coalition for BayREN and 3C-REN support
• Approved $490,000 contract with CodeCycle.org for BayREN energy efficiency programs
• Approved $600,000 subaward agreement with San Francisco Estuary Institute for website enhancement
• Approved $850,000 EPA funding agreement for San Francisco Estuary Blueprint

ABAG Administrative Committee

The ABAG Administrative Committee and MTC Planning Committee are holding a joint meeting to review transit planning and funding. The body will receive updates on a long-range transit plan and a forthcoming call for project applications.

• Update on a $62 million Call for Projects for Transit Oriented Communities (TOC) Policy implementation
• Review of Transit 2050+: Draft Project Performance and Draft Network
• Approval of MTC Planning Committee minutes from July 12, 2024
• Approval of ABAG Administrative Committee summary minutes from July 12, 2024

The ABAG Administrative Committee approved the summary minutes from its July 12, 2024, meeting. The committee also received informational updates on the Transit 2050+ long-range plan and a forthcoming $62 million Call for Projects for Transit Oriented Communities.

• Approved ABAG Administrative Committee Summary Minutes of the July 12, 2024 Meeting (8-0)

Regional Network Management Committee

The Regional Network Management Committee will meet to approve several contracts and amendments totaling over $11.65 million, including bikeshare expansions and toll payment system updates. The committee will also receive updates on transit coordination efforts, regional mapping projects, and Transit Month activities.

• Approval of $10,000,000 Cooperative Agreement for Interstate 880 (I-880) Fiber Communications Infrastructure Improvements with Caltrans
• Approval of $600,000 contract amendment for Bay Area Toll Authority’s Toll Payment Plan and Pre-qualification program with Cubic Transportation Systems, Inc.
• Approval of $100,000 contract amendment for Bay Wheels Bikeshare Membership Incentives with Lyft, Inc.
• Approval of $1,050,000 contract for Bay Wheels Bikeshare E-bike Expansion to Daly City with Lyft, Inc.
• MTC Resolution No. 4662: Clipper BayPass Phase 2 Pilot - Allocation and Authorization to Distribute Revenues to Transit Operators

The Committee unanimously approved a contract to expand Bay Wheels bikeshare service into Daly City. Additionally, the Consent Calendar was unanimously approved, authorizing several infrastructure and transit-related agreements and contract amendments.

• Approved Bay Wheels e-bike expansion to Daly City contract with Lyft, Inc. up to $1,050,000 (7-0)
• Approved $10,000,000 cooperative agreement for I-880 fiber communications infrastructure (7-0)
• Approved Clipper BayPass Phase 2 Pilot revenue distribution (7-0)
• Approved $600,000 contract amendment for BATA toll payment plan eligibility verifier services (7-0)
• Approved $100,000 contract amendment for Bay Wheels bikeshare incentives (7-0)
• Approved July 12, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)

Joint MTC ABAG Legislation Committee

The Joint MTC ABAG Legislation Committee is reviewing state and federal legislative updates. The body is deciding whether to support two state ballot measures regarding infrastructure and climate risk bonds.

• Proposition 5: Vote threshold for affordable housing and public infrastructure bonds
• Proposition 4: $10 billion in state General Obligation bonds for drinking water, wildfire prevention, and climate risks
• MTC Resolution No. 3931: Policy Advisory Council Appointment
• 2024 Legislative Update on bills of interest to MTC/ABAG
• Washington, D.C. Legislative Update on federal funding and political developments

The Joint MTC ABAG Legislation Committee voted to support two state propositions regarding infrastructure and climate risk. These positions will be forwarded to the ABAG Executive Board and the Commission for final approval.

• Approved support for Proposition 5 regarding affordable housing and public infrastructure vote thresholds (12-0)
• Approved support for Proposition 4 regarding bonds for drinking water, wildfire prevention, and climate risks (12-0)
• Approved July 12, 2024 meeting minutes (12-0)
• Approved MTC Resolution No. 3931 for Policy Advisory Council Appointment (12-0)

Planning Committee

The MTC Planning Committee meets to discuss updates on the draft Transit 2050+ long-range plan, including project assessments and a draft transit network for public review. The committee also receives an update on a $62 million Call for Projects to support local implementation of the Transit Oriented Communities Policy and Climate Programs.

• Review of draft Transit 2050+ long-range plan and project assessments
• $62 million Call for Projects for Transit Oriented Communities Policy and Climate Programs implementation

The MTC Planning Committee and ABAG Administrative Committee held a joint meeting to approve previous minutes. The committee received information updates on the Transit 2050+ long-range plan and a forthcoming $62 million Call for Projects for Transit Oriented Communities.

• Approved MTC Planning Committee minutes from July 12, 2024 (7-0)
• Approved ABAG Administrative Committee summary minutes from July 12, 2024

Programming and Allocations Committee

The Programming and Allocations Committee is deciding on several funding allocations for transit operators and regional infrastructure projects. The body will also consider the adoption of the 2025 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) and endorsements for state funding opportunities.

• Allocation of $85.5 million in RM3 funds for electric ferries ($18M), I-680/SR-4 interchange design ($3M), and I-80 Westbound Truck Scales ($69M)
• Allocation of $74.3 million in TDA, STA, and RM2 funds to six transit operators and MTC
• Adoption of the 2025 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) and Air Quality Conformity Analysis
• Programming of Transit Transformation Action Plan funding for the Clipper BayPass Phase 1 Pilot
• A 6% budget cut to the Regional Early Action Planning Grant (REAP 2) program

The Programming and Allocations Committee approved several funding allocations for transit operators and regional infrastructure. The committee also referred the adoption of the 2025 Transportation Improvement Program and various state funding nominations to the Commission.

• Approved $141.4 million in FY2024-25 funds for four transit operators (5-0)
• Approved $85.5 million in RM3 capital funds for WETA, CCTA, and STA (5-0)
• Approved referral of 2025 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) adoption (5-0)
• Approved referral of endorsements for 2024 State Funding Opportunities (5-0)
• Approved referral of 6% budget cut to REAP 2 grant program (5-0)
• Approved funding for Clipper BayPass Phase 1 Pilot (5-0)
• Approved revisions to MTC Exchange Program and One Bay Area Grant (OBAG 3) (5-0)
• Approved 2023 TIP Amendment 2023-33 (5-0)

Administration Committee

The Administration Committee is meeting to approve several technical assistance contracts and a work program amendment. The body will also discuss authorizing a funding agreement for a $5 million federal grant for housing.

• HUD PRO Housing Grant award of $5 million
• Contract for Priority Sites Technical Assistance with Aaron Welch Planning for $4,421,000
• Contract for Regional Housing Technical Assistance with Baird + Driskell for $1,600,000
• Contract for East Bay Priority Production Area Technical Assistance and Planning with PlaceWorks for $1,000,000
• Revised Fiscal Year 2024-25 Overall Work Program Amendment No. 2

The Committee approved a $5 million grant from the HUD Pathways to Removing Obstacles to Housing program. Several technical assistance contracts and a work program amendment were also approved via the consent calendar.

• Approved $5 million HUD PRO Housing grant award (5-0)
• Approved $1.6M contract for Regional Housing Technical Assistance to Baird + Driskell (5-0)
• Approved $4.421M contract for Priority Sites Technical Assistance to Aaron Welch Planning (5-0)
• Approved $1M contract for East Bay Priority Production Area Technical Assistance and Planning to PlaceWorks (5-0)
• Approved Revised FY 2024-25 Overall Work Program Amendment No. 2 (5-0)
• Approved July 10, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)

Bay Area Toll Authority Oversight Committee

The Bay Area Toll Authority Oversight Committee is meeting to approve several contract amendments for bridge and tolling projects. Members will also discuss whether to pursue a toll increase effective January 2026 to maintain bridges in a state of good repair.

• Contract amendment for interim open road tolling at Richmond-San Rafael Bridge: TransCore LP ($4,975,000)
• Contract amendment for West Oakland Link consultant design services: TY Lin International ($4,700,000)
• Contract amendment for FasTrak Customer Service Center technical assistance: HNTB Corporation ($1,600,000)
• Cooperative Agreement amendment for Dumbarton Forward Operational Improvement Project: Caltrans ($200,000)
• Discussion on potential toll increase for bridge stewardship

The Committee unanimously approved multiple contract amendments for tolling systems and bridge projects. Members also requested further information regarding toll bridge funding and potential penalties for sideshows.

• Approved $4.975M contract amendment for interim open road tolling at Richmond-San Rafael Bridge (5-0)
• Approved $4.7M contract amendment for West Oakland Link Consultant Design Services with TY Lin International (5-0)
• Approved $1.6M contract amendment for FasTrak Customer Service Center technical assistance with HNTB Corporation (5-0)
• Approved $200,000 amendment to Cooperative Agreement for Dumbarton Forward with Caltrans (5-0)
• Approved July 10, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)

Regional Measure 3 (RM 3) Independent Oversight Committee

The Regional Measure 3 Independent Oversight Committee is meeting to review updates on fund allocations and expenditures. The committee will also discuss a draft annual report intended for the legislature.

• Approval of May 31, 2024 meeting minutes
• Update on Regional Measure 3 allocations and expenditures
• RM3 Capital Program Semi-Annual Update on project progress
• Review of the draft RM3 Independent Oversight Committee Annual Report to the legislature

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the May 31, 2024, meeting. Members received information updates regarding Regional Measure 3 allocations, expenditures, the capital program, and a draft annual report to the legislature.

• Approved May 31, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)

Policy Advisory Council

The Metropolitan Transportation Commission’s Policy Advisory Council will hold a workshop to review member roles, discuss how past long-range plans became real projects, and set priorities for a future regional transportation revenue measure. The meeting includes a panel with current and former members and a deep dive on revenue scenarios.

• Workshop on effective council membership (10:00 AM–12:00 PM)
• Interactive panel with Chair Pamela Campos and former members (10:00 AM–12:00 PM)
• Deep dive on translating past plans into implementation (1:00 PM–3:00 PM)
• Discussion of Transportation Revenue Measure scenarios and recommendations to MTC (1:00 PM–3:00 PM)

The Policy Advisory Council approved three priority recommendations for a transportation revenue measure to be sent to the Commission. The council also held workshops on member roles and the implementation of long-range plans.

• Approved recommendations for a transit measure covering 27 agencies across 9 counties (11-1)
• Approved priority to focus on rider experience, including coordinated fares and schedules (11-1)
• Approved priority for a transformational regional measure benefiting current and future generations (11-1)

Metropolitan Transportation Commission

The Metropolitan Transportation Commission is meeting jointly with the Transportation Revenue Measure Select Committee. The body will review draft revenue scenarios, including funding sources and expenditure categories, and discuss potential policy components.

• Review of Transportation Revenue Measure scenarios regarding revenue sources, amounts, and geographic scope
• Discussion of policy components for the revenue measure
• Approval of Transportation Revenue Measure Select Committee minutes from July 29, 2024

Transportation Revenue Measure Select Committee

The Transportation Revenue Measure Select Committee discussed draft funding scenarios for a future regional transportation revenue measure, including revenue sources, expenditure categories, and geographic scope. Members provided input to refine these scenarios ahead of a September meeting. No formal decisions were made; the committee also approved minutes from the July 29 meeting.

• Review of draft funding scenarios with revenue sources and amounts
• Approval of July 29, 2024 meeting minutes

The Transportation Revenue Measure Select Committee approved the minutes from its July 29, 2024, meeting. The committee reviewed draft revenue measure scenarios and discussed next steps for policy components, though no further formal actions were taken.

• Approved July 29, 2024 meeting minutes (10-0)

Bay Area Housing Finance Authority

The Bay Area Housing Finance Authority will meet to receive updates on state Proposition 5 and Regional Measure 4. The body may take action under Elections Code Section 9605 regarding these items.

• Update and possible action on state Proposition 5 and Regional Measure 4
• Closed session regarding existing litigation: Khamis, et al. v. Moreles, et al. (Case No. 24CV444828)
• Closed session regarding anticipated litigation

Executive Committee for Bay Area Housing Finance Authority

The Executive Committee for Bay Area Housing Finance Authority is meeting to discuss Regional Measure 4, a $20 billion affordable housing general obligation bond. Staff recommends adopting a resolution to revise or correct the ballot question for this measure.

• Proposed resolution to revise/correct the ballot question for Regional Measure 4 ($20 billion affordable housing bond)
• Closed session regarding anticipated litigation and a demand letter related to the RM4 ballot question

Metropolitan Transportation Commission

The Metropolitan Transportation Commission is meeting jointly with the Transportation Revenue Measure Select Committee. The body will discuss voter sentiment and explore revenue options and investment priorities to address regional transit operating needs.

• Review of voter sentiment presented by Ruth Bernstein and Rebecca Long
• Discussion on navigating revenue options and investment priorities for transit operating needs
• Approval of Transportation Revenue Measure Select Committee minutes from June 24, 2024

Transportation Revenue Measure Select Committee

The Transportation Revenue Measure Select Committee is meeting to review research on voter sentiment. Members will also discuss transit operating needs and potential revenue options to address regional transportation challenges.

• Review of voter sentiment research presented by EMC Research and MTC
• Discussion on transit operating needs and revenue options
• Approval of June 24, 2024 meeting minutes

Bay Area Toll Authority

The Bay Area Toll Authority will meet to approve minutes from its June 26 meeting, authorize funding and contract amendments for Yerba Buena Island and Bimla Rhinehart Vista Point projects, and vote on revised FasTrak toll policies including low-income payment plans and penalty reductions.

• Approval of June 26, 2024 meeting minutes
• Funding amendment: San Francisco County Transportation Authority ($1,000,000) for Yerba Buena Island Southgate Road Realignment
• Contract amendment: AECOM Technical Services ($200,000)
• BATA Resolution No. 178: Design immunity for Bimla Rhinehart Vista Point Parking Lot Project
• BATA Resolution No. 52, Revised: FasTrak policy updates for low-income payment plans, violation penalties, and DMV fee reductions

The Authority unanimously adopted BATA Resolution No. 52, Revised, which updates FasTrak policies regarding low-income payment plans, cash customer thresholds, and penalty reductions. The board also approved a consent calendar including funding and contract amendments for projects on Yerba Buena Island.

• Adopted BATA Resolution No. 52, Revised regarding FasTrak policy changes (14-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar (13-0)
• Approved June 26, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approved $1,000,000 funding amendment for Yerba Buena Island Southgate Road Realignment and Bimla Rhinehart Vista Point Projects
• Approved $200,000 contract amendment for AECOM Technical Services
• Approved BATA Resolution No. 178 for design immunity for Bimla Rhinehart Vista Point Parking Lot Project

Metropolitan Transportation Commission

The Metropolitan Transportation Commission is meeting to approve various transit fund allocations and project revisions. The body will discuss the 2025 Transportation Improvement Program and authorize a stage gate evaluation for the Portal project.

• Allocation of $21.6 million in Regional Measure 3 (RM3) capital funds to WETA, SFMTA, VTA, SamTrans, SCTA, and MTC
• Clipper BayPass Pilot Program contracts totaling $5,922,732, including $4,320,000 for San Francisco State University
• Programming of $1.5 million for the Bay Trail Marshlands Road Project and $660,000 for bikeshare projects
• Programming of $1 million for the Community Action Resource and Empowerment (CARE) program
• Rescission of $6 million in RM3 capital funds from the Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA)

Bay Area Headquarters Authority

The Bay Area Headquarters Authority meets to approve minutes from its June 26 meeting and to vote on two contract amendments with Cushman & Wakefield totaling $8.124 million for brokerage and property management services at the Bay Area Metro Center, 375 Beale Street, San Francisco. The Authority will also receive an update on leasing activities at the same location.

• Approve minutes from June 26, 2024 meeting
• Approve $2,250,000 contract amendment for real estate brokerage services with Cushman & Wakefield
• Approve $5,874,075 contract amendment for property management services with Cushman & Wakefield
• Receive update on leasing activities at Bay Area Metro Center, 375 Beale Street

The Bay Area Headquarters Authority approved contract amendments for real estate brokerage and property management services with Cushman & Wakefield of California, Inc. The board also approved a purchase order for conference room technology modernization.

• Approved $275,000 purchase order for AVI-SPL hybrid technology modernization (5-0)
• Approved $2,250,000 contract amendment for Cushman & Wakefield Real Estate Brokerage Services (5-0)
• Approved $5,874,075 contract amendment for Cushman & Wakefield Property Management Services (5-0)
• Approved June 26, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)

Bay Area Infrastructure Financing Authority

The Bay Area Infrastructure Financing Authority (BAIFA) will meet to approve minutes from its June 26 meeting and hear a report from its Network and Operations Committee. The Authority will decide whether to extend the Express Lanes START pilot for 18 months, which provides discounted tolls for low-income users on the Interstate 880 Express Lane.

• Approval of June 26, 2024 BAIFA meeting minutes
• 18-month extension of Express Lanes START pilot on Interstate 880 with toll discounts for low-income users

The Bay Area Infrastructure Financing Authority approved an 18-month extension of the Express Lanes START pilot. This program provides discounted tolls on the Interstate 880 Express Lane for low-income users.

• Approved 18-month extension of Express Lanes START Pilot (14-0)
• Approved June 26, 2024 meeting minutes (14-0)

Policy Advisory Council

The Metropolitan Transportation Commission’s Policy Advisory Council will hear a 60-minute briefing on the draft Transit 2050+ long-range transit plan, including early findings on major projects and a proposed draft network for public review this summer. The council will also receive a 45-minute update on upcoming discussions by the Transportation Revenue Measure Select Committee and a summary of recent MTC policy decisions.

• Transit 2050+ draft project performance and draft transit network review (60 min)
• Transportation Revenue Measure Select Committee preview for July 29 meeting (45 min)
• Staff liaison report on recent MTC policy decisions (3 min)
• Policy Advisory Council subcommittee reports (10 min)
• Approval of June 28, 2024 meeting minutes

The Council approved the minutes from its June 28, 2024 meeting. Several agenda items, including the Staff Liaison Report and Subcommittee Reports, were not presented because the remote teleconference location went offline.

• Approved June 28, 2024 Meeting Minutes (15-0-1)

Clipper Executive Board

The Clipper Executive Board will meet to receive updates on the Next Generation Clipper System (C2) deployment and current system operations. The board will also approve minutes from the prior meeting and hear a report from the acting executive director. No formal decisions are scheduled beyond routine approvals.

• Approval of June 24, 2024 meeting minutes
• Update on Next Generation Clipper System (C2) schedule and implementation
• Current Clipper System operations and performance report

The Board unanimously approved the minutes from the June 24, 2024 meeting. Members received information updates regarding the Next Generation Clipper System (C2) and current system operations and performance.

• Approved June 24, 2024 meeting minutes (9-0)

Regional Network Management Council

The Regional Network Management Council is meeting to receive updates on regional transportation planning and accessibility. The body will discuss draft project performance and a draft transit network for public review, as well as paratransit eligibility standards.

• Update on selection and recommendations for nine regional wayfinding pilot locations for 2025
• Review of Transit 2050+ draft project performance and draft transit network
• Draft report on Transformation Action Plan Action 25 regarding standardized paratransit eligibility practices
• Approval of May 20, 2024 meeting minutes

The Council unanimously approved the minutes from the May 20, 2024 meeting. Other agenda items consisted of staff updates and information regarding wayfinding pilots, the Transit 2050+ plan, and paratransit eligibility.

• Approved May 20, 2024 meeting minutes (11-0)

Bay Area Regional Collaborative

The Bay Area Regional Collaborative is meeting to approve an interagency memorandum of understanding regarding flooding and sea level rise. The board will also receive updates on the BARC organizational plan and a presentation on the State Climate Bond.

• Approval of the Interagency Flooding and Sea Level Rise Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)
• Presentation on State Climate Bond by Save the Bay
• Update on BARC Organizational Plan
• Approval of May 17, 2024 meeting minutes

The Bay Area Regional Collaborative approved the Interagency Flooding and Sea Level Rise Memorandum of Understanding. The board also approved the meeting minutes from May 17, 2024.

• Approved Interagency Flooding and Sea Level Rise MOU (9-0)
• Approved May 17, 2024 Governing Board Minutes (9-0)

ABAG Executive Board

The ABAG Executive Board is meeting to approve several energy and environmental contracts and regional water management grants. The board will also receive an update on the Plan Bay Area 2050+ draft blueprint and discuss housing finance legislation.

• Water grants for Contra Costa Resource Conservation District ($2,717,138), San Francisquito Creek JPA ($5,955,258), San Mateo Resource Conservation District ($5,905,974), and Zone 7 Water Agency ($1,226,170)
• Contract with The Energy Coalition for BayREN Energy Concierge service not to exceed $267,730
• Contract with The Energy Coalition for Decarbonization Showcase Management not to exceed $339,806
• Funding increase for Friends of the San Francisco Estuary from $300,000 to $800,000
• MOU with Bay Area Regional Collaborative (BARC) to address flooding and sea level rise

The Executive Board approved several funding agreements for regional water management and energy services. The board also authorized a memorandum of understanding to coordinate flooding and sea level rise efforts and approved funding for the Bay Area Housing Finance Authority.

• Approved contract with The Energy Coalition for BayREN’s Energy Concierge service up to $267,730 (20-0)
• Approved funding increase for Friends of the San Francisco Estuary from $300,000 to $800,000 (20-0)
• Approved contract with The Energy Coalition for Decarbonization Showcase Management services up to $339,806 (20-0)
• Approved IRWM Grant funding for Contra Costa Resource Conservation District ($2,717,138), San Francisquito Creek JPA ($5,955,258), San Mateo Resource Conservation District ($5,905,974), and Zone 7 Water Agency ($1,226,170) (20-0)
• Approved MOU with Bay Area Regional Collaborative (BARC) to address flooding and sea level rise (20-0)
• Approved Assembly Bill 598 regarding Bay Area Housing Finance Authority (BAHFA) Funding (21-0)
• Approved Executive Board Minutes of May 16, 2024 (20-0)

Joint MTC ABAG Legislation Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss the final fiscal year 2024-25 State Budget and its impact on transit and housing funding. Members will also review legislative tracking lists and reports on developments in Washington, D.C.

• MTC Resolution No. 3931 regarding a Policy Advisory Council Appointment
• Update on transit and housing funding in the FY 2024-25 State Budget
• Review of the detailed list of bills ABAG and MTC are tracking in Sacramento
• Washington, D.C. legislative, funding, and political developments report
• State Legislative Update including State Climate Bond Prop 4

The committee approved the consent calendar, which included the minutes from the June 14, 2024 meeting and MTC Resolution No. 3931 regarding a Policy Advisory Council appointment. Other agenda items consisted of informational updates on state and federal legislation and the FY 2024-25 State Budget.

• Approved Consent Calendar (11-0)
• Approved June 14, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approved MTC Resolution No. 3931 for Policy Advisory Council Appointment

Regional Network Management Committee

The Regional Network Management Committee is meeting to approve several transportation and technology contracts. The primary focus is the approval of partnership agreements for the Clipper BayPass Pilot Program with institutional customers.

• Clipper BayPass Pilot Program agreements totaling $5,922,732, including San Francisco State University ($4,320,000) and OpenAI OpCo, LLC ($390,000)
• Contract for Regional Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) Architecture with Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. ($2,000,000)
• Contract for Salesforce Program Management and Strategic Advice Services with Jacobs Engineering Group, Inc. ($550,000)
• Adaptive Bikeshare Pilot Program contracts with San Francisco Recreation and Park Department ($100,000) and Bay Area Outreach and Recreation Program ($100,000)

The Committee approved five partnership agreements for the Clipper BayPass Pilot Program and delegated authority to the Executive Director to negotiate further institutional customer agreements. Additionally, the committee approved several contracts for transportation architecture, program management, and a bikeshare pilot.

• Approved Clipper BayPass Pilot contracts totaling $5,922,732 (7-0)
• Delegated authority to Executive Director to negotiate Clipper BayPass institutional agreements (7-0)
• Approved $2,000,000 contract for Regional Intelligent Transportation System Architecture with Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. (7-0)
• Approved $550,000 contract for Salesforce Program Management and Strategic Advice Services with Jacobs Engineering Group, Inc. (7-0)
• Approved $100,000 contract for Adaptive Bikeshare Pilot Program with San Francisco Recreation and Park Department (7-0)
• Approved $100,000 contract for Adaptive Bikeshare Pilot Program with Bay Area Outreach and Recreation Program (7-0)
• Approved June 14, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)

Planning Committee

The MTC Planning Committee and ABAG Administrative Committee are holding a joint meeting. The body will receive information on public engagement for Plan Bay Area 2050+ and a proposed rail extension. No final decisions are listed for the informational items.

• Information on Plan Bay Area 2050+ Round 2 engagement strategy
• Proposed amendment to Plan Bay Area 2050 for Sonoma-Marin Rail Transit extension to Healdsburg
• Approval of MTC Planning Committee minutes from June 14, 2024
• Approval of ABAG Administrative Committee summary minutes from June 14, 2024

The MTC Planning Committee and ABAG Administrative Committee held a joint meeting. The committees approved their respective meeting minutes from June 14, 2024. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved MTC Planning Committee minutes from June 14, 2024 (6-0)
• Approved ABAG Administrative Committee summary minutes from June 14, 2024

Bay Area Infrastructure Financing Authority Network and Operations Committee

The Bay Area Infrastructure Financing Authority Network and Operations Committee is meeting to discuss express lane performance and pilot program extensions. The body will consider extending a toll discount program for low-income users and amending a related service contract.

• 18-month extension of the Express Lanes START Pilot for discounted tolls on Interstate 880
• Contract amendment with Polytechnic Marketing LLC not to exceed $700,000
• MTC Express Lanes Quarterly Report for January - March 2024

The Committee approved an 18-month extension of the Express Lanes START pilot for low-income users on the I-880 Express Lane, referring it to the Bay Area Infrastructure Financing Authority for final approval. Additionally, the Committee approved a contract amendment with Polytechnic Marketing LLC for an amount not to exceed $700,000.

• Approved 18-month extension of Express Lanes START Pilot for referral to BAIFA (6-0)
• Approved contract amendment for Polytechnic Marketing LLC not to exceed $700,000 (6-0)
• Approved June 14, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)

ABAG Administrative Committee

The ABAG Administrative Committee and MTC Planning Committee are holding a joint meeting. The body will review the public engagement strategy for Plan Bay Area 2050+ and a proposed amendment regarding rail transit extension.

• Plan Bay Area 2050+: Round 2 public and partner engagement strategy
• Proposed amendment to Plan Bay Area 2050 for Sonoma-Marin Rail Transit (SMART) extension to Healdsburg

The committee approved the summary minutes from the June 14, 2024 meeting. Members received information regarding the Plan Bay Area 2050+ engagement strategy and a proposed rail extension to Healdsburg.

• Approved ABAG Administrative Committee Summary Minutes of the June 14, 2024 Meeting (7-0)

Administration Committee

The Administration Committee is meeting to approve several professional service contracts and amendments. Key decisions include funding for the State Route 37 Sears Point to Mare Island Improvement Project Phase 1.

• Cooperative Agreement with Caltrans for SR 37 project: $4,500,000
• Contract Amendment with AECOM Technical Services for SR 37 project: $1,400,000
• Contract with ETC Institute, Inc. for Santa Clara VTA Transit Passenger Survey: $670,000
• Contract Amendment with Fehr & Peers for Transit Connected Network Planning: $450,000
• Purchase Order for Gartner, Inc.: $350,000

The Committee approved several contracts and amendments, including funding for the State Route 37 Sears Point to Mare Island Improvement Project Phase 1. Other approved items included IT services and transit passenger surveys.

• Approved Cooperative Agreement with Caltrans for $4,500,000 (6-0)
• Approved Contract Amendment with AECOM Technical Services for $1,400,000 (6-0)
• Approved purchase order for Gartner, Inc. for $350,000 (6-0)
• Approved contract amendment for Fehr & Peers for $450,000 (6-0)
• Approved contract for ETC Institute, Inc. for $670,000 (6-0)
• Approved Administration Committee Minutes of June 12, 2024 (6-0)

Bay Area Toll Authority Oversight Committee

The committee is considering updates to FasTrak policies, including low-income payment plans and penalty reductions. Members will also discuss toll bridge stewardship, revenue trends, and maintenance funding needs.

• BATA Resolution No. 52: Proposed FasTrak policy changes regarding low-income payment plans and violation penalties
• Funding amendment for San Francisco County Transportation Authority: $1,000,000
• Contract amendment for AECOM Technical Services: $200,000
• BATA Resolution No. 178: Design immunity for Bimla Rhinehart Vista Point Parking Lot Project
• Update on toll bridge allision prevention and fender systems

The BATA Oversight Committee approved a referral to the full Authority regarding FasTrak policy updates, including low-income payment plans and penalty reductions. The committee also approved funding and contract amendments for road and vista point projects on Yerba Buena Island.

• Approved BATA Oversight Committee Minutes of June 12, 2024 (6-0)
• Approved $1,000,000 funding amendment for San Francisco County Transportation Authority (6-0)
• Approved $200,000 contract amendment for AECOM Technical Services (6-0)
• Approved BATA Resolution No. 178 Design Immunity for Bimla Rhinehart Vista Point Parking Lot Project (6-0)
• Approved referral of BATA Resolution No. 52, Revised regarding FasTrak policy changes to the Authority (6-0)

Programming and Allocations Committee

The Programming and Allocations Committee is meeting to decide on several funding allocations for transit operators and regional projects. The body will also discuss the draft 2025 Transportation Improvement Program and receive updates on BART capital projects.

• Allocation of $21.6 million in RM3 capital funds to WETA, SFMTA, VTA (San Jose Diridon Station), SamTrans, SCTA, and MTC
• Rescission of $6 million in RM3 capital funds to Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA)
• Programming of $1.5 million to Bay Trail Marshlands Road Project and $660,000 to bikeshare projects
• Programming of $1 million for the Community Action Resource and Empowerment (CARE) program and $200,000 for Regional Housing Technical Assistance legal services
• Authorization of a Stage Gate Evaluation for the Transbay Joint Powers Authority Portal project

The Committee unanimously approved a consent calendar including various fund allocations and project updates. It also referred the authorization of a Stage Gate Evaluation for the Transbay Joint Powers Authority Portal project to the Commission for final approval.

• Approved allocation of $21.6M in RM3 capital funds to WETA, SFMTA, VTA, SamTrans, SCTA, and MTC (6-0)
• Approved rescission of $6M in RM3 capital funds to VTA (6-0)
• Approved $1.5M for Bay Trail Marshlands Road Project and $660,000 for bikeshare projects (6-0)
• Approved $1M for CARE program and $200,000 for RHTA legal services (6-0)
• Approved FY 24-25 MTC Fund Estimate revisions and TDA/STA fund allocations (6-0)
• Approved FY 2023-24 Federal Earmark Repurposing (6-0)
• Approved referral of Portal project Stage Gate Evaluation to the Commission (6-0)
• Approved Programming and Allocations Committee Minutes of June 12, 2024 (6-0)

Policy Advisory Council

The Policy Advisory Council is meeting to review the engagement strategy for Plan Bay Area 2050+ Round 2. The body will also receive an update on a regional transportation revenue measure and a select committee for 2025 legislation.

• Plan Bay Area 2050+ Round 2 public and partner engagement strategy
• Update on regional transportation revenue measure and 2025 legislation consensus committee
• Approval of May 24, 2024 meeting minutes

The Council approved the minutes from the May 24, 2024 meeting. Other agenda items were for information or discussion only, including updates on Plan Bay Area 2050+ engagement and transportation revenue measures.

• Approved May 24, 2024 Meeting Minutes (19-2-4)

ABAG POWER Executive Committee

The committee is deciding on the operating budget and working capital deposits for the 2024-25 fiscal year. Members will also consider contracts for natural gas storage and consulting services. Staff will provide a report on natural gas and renewable natural gas programs.

• FY 2024-25 Operating Budget of $18,010,520
• Working capital deposits assessment of $1,528,561
• Contract amendment with Lodi Gas Storage, LLC not to exceed $932,152
• Contract with GPT Secure LLC not to exceed $738,000
• Report on Natural Gas and Renewable Natural Gas Programs

Regional Network Management Customer Advisory Group

The Regional Network Management Customer Advisory Group will review updates on the Regional Mapping & Wayfinding Project. This includes a report on signage prototype design, evaluation, and upcoming pilot stages.

• Regional Mapping and Wayfinding Project - Implementation Updates

The Regional Network Management Customer Advisory Group unanimously approved the minutes from the April 26, 2024 meeting. The group also received an information update regarding the implementation of the Regional Mapping and Wayfinding Project.

• Approved April 26, 2024 meeting minutes (15-0)

Metropolitan Transportation Commission

The Metropolitan Transportation Commission is meeting to adopt its 2024-25 operating and capital budgets. The body will also consider several large-scale funding allocations for regional transit operations and infrastructure projects.

• Allocation of $440.9 million in TDA, STA, RM2, and AB1107 funds for transit operators
• Initial programming of $130 million for RM3 Dumbarton Corridor Improvements
• Allocation of $22.7 million in RM3 funds to SFMTA, SMCTA, and SCTA
• ERP program contracts with Mythics, LLC ($11.1 million total) and Slalom, Inc. ($2.5 million)
• Adoption of FY 2024-25 Operating and Capital Budgets

The Commission approved several large-scale funding allocations for regional transit operations and capital projects. It also authorized millions for ERP software contracts and adopted the FY 2024-25 Operating and Capital Budgets.

• Approved $440.9M in FY2024-25 TDA, STA, RM2, and AB1107 funds for transit operators (13-5)
• Approved $130M for RM3 Dumbarton Corridor Improvements (12-6)
• Approved $22.7M in RM3 capital funds for SFMTA, SMCTA, and SCTA (13-5)
• Approved ERP contracts and amendments with Mythics, LLC and Slalom, Inc. totaling $13.6M (13-5)
• Adopted FY 2024-25 Operating and Capital Budgets (12-6)
• Approved $5M in non-federal exchange funds to Bay Area Housing Finance Authority (13-5)
• Adopted Interagency Flooding and Sea Level Rise MOU (12-6)
• Adopted support for ACA 1 and AB 2813 regarding 55% vote threshold for housing bonds (12-6)

Bay Area Toll Authority

The Bay Area Toll Authority is meeting to approve its budgets for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. The body will also consider a program of projects for the Senate Bill 1 Local Partnership Program Cycle 4 and approve municipal advisory service contracts.

• Adoption of BATA Resolution No. 177 for FY 2024-25 Operating and Capital Budgets
• BATA Resolution No. 172 regarding the Local Partnership Program - Cycle 4 project list
• Contract approval for PFM Financial Advisors LLC in the amount of $1,000,000
• Approval of consultant benches for Transportation Financing and Swap Advisory services

The Bay Area Toll Authority unanimously adopted the FY 2024-2025 Operating and Capital Budgets. The Authority also approved a program of projects for the Senate Bill 1 Local Partnership Program Cycle 4 and several consultant contracts.

• Adopted BATA Resolution No. 177 approving FY 2024-2025 Operating and Capital Budgets (11-0)
• Adopted BATA Resolution No. 172 for the Senate Bill 1 Local Partnership Program Cycle 4 project list (11-0)
• Approved $1,000,000 contract for PFM Financial Advisors LLC (11-0)
• Approved Consultant Bench Cycle 1 for Transportation Financing and Swap Advisory (11-0)
• Approved May 22, 2024 meeting minutes (11-0)

Bay Area Infrastructure Financing Authority

The Bay Area Infrastructure Financing Authority is meeting to approve its budgets for the 2024-25 fiscal year. The body is also considering a revised resolution regarding penalty waivers for customers and the selection of municipal advisory services.

• Adoption of FY 2024-25 Operating and Capital Budgets (Resolution No. 54)
• Proposed one-time penalty waivers for customers or all penalties for low-income payment plan eligible customers (Resolution No. 36, Revised)
• Consultant Bench for 2024 Municipal Advisory Services: Montague DeRose and Associates, LLC; PFM Financial Advisors LLC; and Sperry Capital Inc.

The Authority adopted the operating and capital budgets for fiscal year 2024-25. It also approved a revised resolution regarding penalty waivers for customers and updated its consultant bench for transportation financing.

• Approved FY 2024-2025 Operating and Capital Budgets via Resolution No. 54 (11-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 36, Revised, providing one-time penalty waivers for customers (11-0)
• Approved 2024 Municipal Advisory Services Consultant Bench for Transportation Financing (11-0)
• Approved May 22, 2024 meeting minutes (11-0)

Service Authority for Freeways and Expressways

The Service Authority for Freeways and Expressways is meeting to approve its budgets for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. The body will also consider the approval of meeting minutes from May 22, 2024.

• Resolution No. 72: Approval of FY 2024-25 Operating and Capital Budgets
• Approval of May 22, 2024 meeting minutes

The Service Authority for Freeways and Expressways (SAFE) unanimously adopted Resolution No. 72 to approve the Operating and Capital Budgets for Fiscal Year 2024-2025. The Authority also approved the minutes from the May 22, 2024 meeting via the consent calendar.

• Adopted SAFE Resolution No. 72 approving FY 2024-2025 Operating and Capital Budgets (11-0)
• Approved May 22, 2024 meeting minutes (11-0)

Bay Area Housing Finance Authority

The Bay Area Housing Finance Authority is deciding whether to call for a $20 billion general obligation bond to fund up to 90,000 affordable housing units. The body is also reviewing its business plan, regional expenditure plan, and FY 2024-25 budgets.

• Resolution No. 0034: Proposed $20 billion affordable housing general obligation bond for nine Bay Area counties
• Resolution No. 0033: Fiscal Year 2024-25 Operating and Capital Budgets
• Resolution No. 0031: Adoption of the BAHFA Business Plan
• Resolution No. 0032: Adoption of the Regional Expenditure Plan and labor standards implementation
• Consultant Bench for Municipal Advisory Services for GO Financing and Housing Project Revenue Bonds

The Bay Area Housing Finance Authority approved a ballot measure for a $20 billion general obligation bond to fund up to 90,000 affordable housing units. The Authority also adopted its business plan and regional expenditure plan. Additionally, the FY 2024-25 operating and capital budgets were approved.

• Adopted Resolution No. 0034 to call for a $20 billion affordable housing bond election in November 2024 (16-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 0032 approving the Regional Expenditure Plan (16-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 0031 approving the BAHFA Business Plan (14-0)
• Approved FY 2024-25 Operating and Capital Budgets (15-0)
• Approved Consultant Bench for 2024 Municipal Advisory Services (15-0)
• Approved May 22, 2024 meeting minutes (15-0)

Bay Area Headquarters Authority

The Bay Area Headquarters Authority is meeting to approve its budgets for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. The body will also consider a contract amendment for design services at the Bay Area Metro Center.

• Adoption of Resolution No. 48 for FY 2024-25 Operating and Capital Budgets
• Contract amendment for Bay Area Metro Center Design Services with Perkins + Will, Inc. for $100,000

The Bay Area Headquarters Authority adopted Resolution No. 48 to approve the operating and capital budgets for Fiscal Year 2024-25. The board also approved a contract amendment for design services and the previous meeting's minutes.

• Adopted BAHA Resolution No. 48 approving FY 2024-2025 Operating and Capital Budgets (5-0)
• Approved $100,000 contract amendment for Perkins + Will, Inc. for Bay Area Metro Center Design Services (5-0)
• Approved May 22, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)

Transportation Revenue Measure Select Committee

The Transportation Revenue Measure Select Committee is meeting to review the post-pandemic transit operations funding landscape. Members will discuss the 'transit fiscal cliff' and establish a timeline and process for developing a regional solution.

• Review of Bay Area Transit Operations Funding Landscape Post-Pandemic
• Discussion on the 'Transit Fiscal Cliff'
• Establishment of a timeline and process for a regional solution
• Live polling of committee members on funding challenges

The committee met to review the Bay Area transit operations funding landscape and the post-pandemic fiscal cliff. No substantive decisions were made; all agenda items were for information only.

Clipper Executive Board

The Board is considering an expansion of the RTC Clipper Access submittal process to allow online applications. Members will also receive updates on the implementation of the Next Generation Clipper system and current system performance.

• Approval of RTC Clipper Access online self-service portal for applications
• Discussion of $200,000 from the FY 23-24 budget for reimbursing transit agencies for lost fare revenue
• Implementation and deployment update on Next Generation Clipper System (C2)
• Review of Next Generation Clipper Marketing and Communications Plan
• Current Clipper operations and performance update

The Board unanimously approved an expansion of the Regional Transit Connection (RTC) Clipper Access submittal policy. This change allows customers to submit program applications through a new self-service online portal.

• Approved RTC Clipper Access online submittal portal (9-0)
• Approved minutes of the May 20, 2024 meeting (9-0)

ABAG General Assembly

The ABAG General Assembly is meeting to adopt the Proposed Fiscal Year 2024-25 Operating Budget and Work Program. The meeting also includes a conference featuring a keynote on regional governance and a presentation on sea level rise mandates.

• Adoption of Resolution No. 5-2024 for the FY 2024-25 Operating Budget and Work Program
• Presentation on Senate Bill 272 regarding Sea Level Rise adaptation plans
• Approval of Business Meeting Minutes from June 16, 2023
• Keynote presentation by Shalini Vajjhala on innovative governance
• Panel discussion on regional environmental collaboration

The ABAG General Assembly approved the Proposed Fiscal Year 2024-25 Operating Budget and Work Program via Resolution No. 5-2024. The assembly also approved the meeting minutes from June 16, 2023.

• Adopted Resolution No. 5-2024 for FY 2024-25 Operating Budget and Work Program (County Delegates: Unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 5-2024 for FY 2024-25 Operating Budget and Work Program (City/Town Delegates: Unanimous)
• Approved June 16, 2023 Business Meeting minutes (County Delegates: Unanimous)
• Approved June 16, 2023 Business Meeting minutes (City/Town Delegates: Unanimous)

Regional Network Management Committee

The Regional Network Management Committee is reviewing several Clipper-related contract amendments and a regional mapping update. The agenda includes a resolution for the West Grand Bus/HOV Lane Extension Project and various service agreements.

• MTC Resolution No. 4658: Design Immunity for the West Grand Bus/High-Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) Lane Extension Project
• Clipper Purchase Order - Network Services: AT&T ($300,000)
• Contract Amendment - Next Generation Clipper Consultant Support: Invoke Technologies, Inc. ($250,000)
• Contract Amendment - Clipper START Outreach Services: Caribou Public Relations, Inc. ($400,000)
• Contract Amendment - Regional Mapping Data Services: Interline Technologies LLC ($808,825)

The Regional Network Management Committee unanimously approved a consent calendar containing several contract amendments and a resolution. Actions included funding for Clipper network services and outreach, mapping data services, and design immunity for a bus lane project.

• Approved May 10, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved $300,000 Clipper purchase order for AT&T network services (5-0)
• Approved MTC Resolution No. 4658 for West Grand Bus/HOV Lane Extension Project design immunity (5-0)
• Approved $250,000 contract amendment for Invoke Technologies, Inc. Clipper consultant support (5-0)
• Approved $400,000 contract amendment for Caribou Public Relations, Inc. Clipper START outreach (5-0)
• Approved $808,825 contract amendment for Interline Technologies LLC regional mapping data services (5-0)

Joint MTC ABAG Legislation Committee

The Joint MTC ABAG Legislation Committee is reviewing several state legislative items. Discussions include a constitutional amendment for infrastructure bonds, state budget updates for transit funding, and assembly bill clarifications regarding the Bay Area Housing Finance Authority.

• Constitutional Amendment to lower vote threshold to 55 percent for housing and infrastructure bonds
• Assembly Bill 2813 (Aguiar-Curry) implementation discussion
• Fiscal Year 2024-25 State Budget update regarding REAP 2.0 and state transit funding
• Assembly Bill 598 (Wicks) regarding Bay Area Housing Finance Authority funding limitations

The committee adopted support positions for state legislation regarding housing bond vote thresholds and the Bay Area Housing Finance Authority. These recommendations were forwarded to the ABAG Executive Board and Commission for final approval.

• Approved May 10, 2024 meeting minutes (9-0)
• Adopted 'support if amended' position for ACA 10 regarding 55 percent vote threshold for housing and infrastructure bonds (9-0)
• Adopted 'support if amended' position for AB 2813 (Government Investment Act) (9-0)
• Adopted 'sponsor' position for AB 598 regarding Bay Area Housing Finance Authority funding (9-0)

ABAG Administrative Committee

The ABAG Administrative Committee and MTC Planning Committee are holding a joint meeting. The body will consider an agreement to coordinate flooding and sea level rise efforts and review findings from the Plan Bay Area 2050+ Draft Blueprint.

• Interagency Flooding and Sea Level Rise Memorandum of Understanding with the Bay Area Regional Collaborative (BARC)
• Plan Bay Area 2050+ Draft Blueprint: Key Findings
• ABAG Committee Appointments
• Approval of MTC Planning Committee May 10, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approval of ABAG Administrative Committee May 10, 2024 summary minutes

The ABAG Administrative Committee approved a Memorandum of Understanding to coordinate flooding and sea level rise efforts with the Bay Area Regional Collaborative. The item was referred to the ABAG Executive Board for final approval. The committee also approved previous meeting minutes and committee appointments.

• Approved referral of Interagency Flooding and Sea Level Rise MOU to ABAG Executive Board (6-0)
• Approved ABAG Administrative Committee Summary Minutes of May 10, 2024 (6-0)
• Approved ABAG Committee Appointments (6-0)
• MTC Planning Committee approved minutes of May 10, 2024

Planning Committee

The MTC Planning Committee and ABAG Administrative Committee are holding a joint meeting. The body is considering a memorandum of understanding to coordinate regional responses to flooding and sea level rise. Members will also review key findings from the Plan Bay Area 2050+ Draft Blueprint.

• Interagency Flooding and Sea Level Rise Memorandum of Understanding with BARC agencies
• Plan Bay Area 2050+ Draft Blueprint: Key Findings presentation
• ABAG Committee Appointments
• Approval of May 10, 2024 meeting minutes for MTC Planning and ABAG Administrative committees

The MTC Planning Committee approved a Memorandum of Understanding to coordinate efforts against flooding and sea level rise in the San Francisco Bay Area. The item was referred to the Commission for final approval. The committee also approved its May 10, 2024, meeting minutes.

• Approved Interagency Flooding and Sea Level Rise Memorandum of Understanding for referral to the Commission (5-0)
• Approved MTC Planning Committee Minutes of the May 10, 2024 Meeting (5-0)

Bay Area Infrastructure Financing Authority Network and Operations Committee

The Bay Area Infrastructure Financing Authority Network and Operations Committee is reviewing contracts for express lane network maintenance and toll system lifecycle replacement. The body is also discussing a revised resolution regarding the waiver of violation penalties for customers.

• Contract for Silicon Transportation Consultants, Inc. ($4,000,000) and Atkins North America, Inc. ($500,000) for toll system lifecycle replacement
• Cooperative Agreements with Caltrans for Interstate 680 preservation maintenance projects ($871,000 and $856,000)
• Purchase orders for Express Lanes Backhaul Network: SSP Data ($700,000) and AT&T ($250,000)
• Proposed BAIFA Resolution No. 36, Revised, to offer one-time violation penalty waivers
• Review of FY 2023-24 Statement of Revenues and Expenses through March 31, 2024

The Committee approved several contracts for express lane network services and infrastructure maintenance. It also referred a resolution to the Bay Area Infrastructure Financing Authority regarding penalty waivers for customers.

• Approved $4M contract with Silicon Transportation Consultants, Inc. for toll system lifecycle replacement (4-0)
• Approved $500,000 contract with Atkins North America, Inc. for implementation advisory services (4-0)
• Approved $871,000 and $856,000 Caltrans cooperative agreements for I-680 preservation maintenance (4-0)
• Approved $700,000 contract with SSP Data and $250,000 contract with AT&T for express lanes backhaul network (4-0)
• Approved referral of Resolution No. 36, Revised, regarding penalty waiver exceptions to the BAIFA (4-0)
• Approved May 10, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)

Administration Committee

The Administration Committee is meeting to approve several professional service contracts and purchase orders. Key items include funding for an environmental impact report and a large-scale Enterprise Resource Planning program update.

• Oracle Cloud and System Integration services via Mythics, LLC ($11.1 million total)
• Investment Management and Advisory Services consultant bench not to exceed $7.6 million
• ERP Strategic Advisory Services amendment for Slalom, Inc. ($2.5 million)
• Plan Bay Area 2050+ Environmental Impact Report contract for Ascent Environmental, Inc. ($1.1 million)
• On-call Engagement Support contract amendment for WSP USA, Inc. ($200,000)

The Administration Committee approved several contracts for environmental reporting and engagement support. It also approved a consultant bench for investment management and forwarded a series of ERP program contracts to the Commission for final approval.

• Approved May 8, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved $1.1M contract for Plan Bay Area 2050+ EIR with Ascent Environmental, Inc. (7-0)
• Approved $200,000 contract amendment for WSP USA, Inc. (7-0)
• Forwarded ERP contracts for Mythics, LLC ($2.6M and $8.5M) and Slalom, Inc. ($2.5M) to the Commission (7-0)
• Approved 2024 Investment Management and Advisory Services consultant bench not to exceed $7.6M (7-0)

Bay Area Toll Authority Oversight Committee

The committee is deciding on several contract changes and purchase orders related to FasTrak operations and IT maintenance. Members will also consider referring a program of projects for the Senate Bill 1 Local Partnership Program to the Authority for adoption.

• Contract change order for FasTrak transponder swap with Conduent State and Local Solutions, Inc. ($3,000,000)
• Credit card processing contract with American Express Travel Related Services Company, Inc. (not to exceed $2,600,000 annually)
• FasTrak customer education contract amendments for Polytechnic Marketing LLC ($2,600,000), Kalamuna Inc. ($250,000), and Caribou Public Relations, Inc. ($350,000)
• IT hardware and network maintenance purchase orders for HPE, AT&T, GovConnection, and SSP Data ($1,600,000 combined)
• BATA Resolution No. 172 regarding the Local Partnership Program - Cycle 4

The Committee unanimously approved several contract change orders and purchase orders for FasTrak operations and system maintenance. It also referred a program of projects for the Senate Bill 1 Local Partnership Program Cycle 4 to the Authority for approval.

• Approved $250,000 FasTrak payment plan operations extension for Conduent State and Local Solutions, Inc. (7-0)
• Approved $3,000,000 FasTrak transponder swap support for Conduent State and Local Solutions, Inc. (7-0)
• Approved American Express credit card processing contract not to exceed $2,600,000 annually (7-0)
• Approved $1,600,000 combined purchase orders for hardware, telecom, cloud, and network maintenance (7-0)
• Approved FasTrak outreach amendments for Polytechnic Marketing LLC ($2.6M), Kalamuna Inc. ($250,000), and Caribou Public Relations, Inc. ($350,000) (7-0)
• Approved $300,000 asset management services amendment for HNTB Corporation (7-0)
• Approved referral for Authority Approval of BATA Resolution No. 172 regarding Senate Bill 1 Local Partnership Program Cycle 4 (7-0)
• Approved May 8, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)

Programming and Allocations Committee

The Programming and Allocations Committee is deciding on several funding allocations for regional transit and infrastructure. The body will also discuss housing element compliance and provide updates on state funding programs.

• Allocation of $440.9 million in TDA, STA, RM2, and AB1107 funds to four transit operators and MTC
• Initial programming of $130 million for RM3 Dumbarton Corridor Improvements
• Allocation of $22.7 million in RM3 funds for SFMTA, SMCTA, and SCTA projects
• Programming of $5 million to the Bay Area Housing Finance Authority for 2024 regional housing bond election costs
• Adoption of RM3 Safe Routes to Transit & Bay Trail Grant Program Guidelines

The Committee approved several funding allocations for regional transit and infrastructure, including RM3 capital funds for San Francisco, San Mateo, and Sonoma counties. It also referred a $130 million programming plan for Dumbarton Corridor Improvements and $440.9 million in transit operations funding to the full Commission for final approval.

• Approved $22.7M in RM3 capital funds for SFMTA, SMCTA, and SCTA (7-0)
• Referred $440.9M in TDA, STA, RM2, and AB1107 funds to Commission (7-0)
• Referred $130M for RM3 Dumbarton Corridor Improvements to Commission (7-0)
• Referred RM3 Safe Routes to Transit & Bay Trail Grant Program Guidelines to Commission (7-0)
• Approved $5M in non-federal MTC exchange funds to Bay Area Housing Finance Authority (7-0)
• Approved 2023 Transportation Improvement Program Amendment 2023-31 (7-0)
• Approved RM2 capital funds for Livermore Amador Valley Transit Authority signal project (7-0)
• Approved FY2024-25 TDA fund allocations for administration and planning (7-0)

Metropolitan Transportation Commission

The Commission is meeting to discuss next steps for building consensus for a future transportation revenue measure. Senator Scott Wiener will join to discuss the decision not to advance Senate Bill 1031 this year and plans for legislation in the next session regarding transit funding.

• Discussion on the 2026 Transportation Revenue Measure
• Discussion on the decision not to advance Senate Bill 1031

Board of Directors of 375 Beale Condominium Corporation

The Board of Directors of 375 Beale Condominium Corporation will meet to approve the fiscal year 2023-24 operating budget and related assessments. The Board will also consider the appointment of a new officer and review building operations reports.

• Approval of FY 2023-24 Operating Budget and common area and shared service operation assessments
• Appointment of Nick Roethel as the new Bay Area Headquarters Authority (BAHA) appointee
• Update on Pilot 1st Floor space prioritization and rental rules for Atrium, Yerba Buena, Ohlone, and Temazcal spaces
• Approval of November 6, 2023 meeting minutes
• Building Operations and Projects Report covering property management, safety, and security

The Board of Directors of 375 Beale Condominium Corporation approved the FY 2024-25 Operating Budget and assessments. The Board also appointed Nick Roethel as the new Bay Area Headquarters Authority (BAHA) appointee and approved previous meeting minutes.

• Approved minutes of the November 6, 2023 meeting (3-0)
• Appointed Nick Roethel as the new BAHA appointee (3-0)
• Adopted the FY 2024-25 Operating Budget and Assessments (4-0)

Regional Measure 3 (RM 3) Independent Oversight Committee

The Regional Measure 3 Independent Oversight Committee is meeting to receive updates on project allocations and expenditures. The body will also review examples of reports from peer oversight bodies and a draft table of contents for its own annual report.

• Approval of March 4, 2024 meeting minutes
• Update on Regional Measure 3 allocations and expenditures
• Review of RM3 Capital Expenditure Plan Tracker
• Review of peer annual report examples from AlamedaCTC, VTA, and SamTrans
• Discussion of the draft table of contents for the RM3 Independent Oversight Committee Annual Report

The committee unanimously approved the consent calendar, which included the minutes from the March 4, 2024 meeting. Members received information updates on Regional Measure 3 allocations, expenditures, and a draft table of contents for the committee's annual report.

• Approved March 4, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0-1)

Policy Advisory Council Equity & Access Subcommittee

The Policy Advisory Council Equity & Access Subcommittee is meeting to discuss recommendations from the draft 2024 Coordinated Public Transit-Human Services Transportation Plan. The body will also consider the approval of meeting minutes from March 22, 2024.

• Review of draft 2024 Coordinated Public Transit-Human Services Transportation Plan recommendations
• Approval of March 22, 2024 meeting minutes

The subcommittee approved the minutes from its March 22, 2024 meeting. Members received information regarding the draft 2024 Coordinated Public Transit-Human Services Transportation Plan.

• Approved March 22, 2024 Meeting Minutes (7-0, 1 abstention)

Policy Advisory Council

The Policy Advisory Council is meeting to review key performance and equity findings from the Plan Bay Area 2050+ Draft Blueprint. The body will also receive updates on Senate Bill 1031 regarding the Connect Bay Area transportation revenue measure.

• Plan Bay Area 2050+ Draft Blueprint key findings
• Update on Senate Bill 1031 (Connect Bay Area Act)
• Approval of April 26, 2024 meeting minutes
• Staff Liaison Report on MTC policy decisions

The Council approved the minutes from the April 26, 2024 meeting. Other agenda items were for information or discussion only, including reports on the Plan Bay Area 2050+ Draft Blueprint and Senate Bill 1031.

• Approved April 26, 2024 Meeting Minutes (15-0-1)
• Appointed Diana Benitez and Carina Lieu to the CARE Community Advisory Working Group

Bay Area Headquarters Authority

The Bay Area Headquarters Authority is meeting to approve minutes and a legal services contract amendment. The body will also receive an informational presentation regarding the draft operating and capital budgets for fiscal year 2024-25.

• Contract amendment for legal services with Downey Brand LLP for $225,000
• Review of Draft FY 2024-25 Operating and Capital Budgets
• Review of FY 2023-24 Statement of Revenues and Expenses for the period ended March 31, 2024

The Bay Area Headquarters Authority approved the April 24, 2024 meeting minutes and a contract amendment for legal services. The board also received informational reports on the FY 2023-24 revenues and expenses and the draft FY 2024-25 budgets.

• Approved April 24, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved $225,000 contract amendment for Downey Brand LLP legal services (4-0)

Bay Area Infrastructure Financing Authority

The Bay Area Infrastructure Financing Authority is meeting to receive an informational presentation on the draft budgets for Fiscal Year 2024-25. The body will also consider approving the minutes from its March 27, 2024 meeting.

• Draft FY 2024-25 Operating and Capital Budgets presentation
• Approval of March 27, 2024 meeting minutes

The Authority unanimously approved the Consent Calendar, which included the approval of the March 27, 2024 meeting minutes. The board also received an informational presentation regarding the draft FY 2024-25 Operating and Capital Budgets.

• Approved March 27, 2024 meeting minutes (13-0)

Bay Area Toll Authority

The Bay Area Toll Authority is meeting to decide on the future of the I-580 Richmond-San Rafael Bridge Access Improvement Pilot Project. The body will also receive an informational presentation regarding the draft operating and capital budgets for Fiscal Year 2024-25.

• Proposal to make the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge Pilot on the lower deck permanent
• Proposal to extend the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge Pilot on the upper deck with modifications
• Presentation of Draft BATA Fiscal Year 2024-25 Operating and Capital Budgets

The Authority unanimously approved extending the upper deck pilot project with modifications and making the lower deck pilot project permanent. The board also approved the minutes from the April 24, 2024 meeting. Draft operating and capital budgets for Fiscal Year 2024-25 were presented for information.

• Approved extending the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge upper deck pilot with modifications and making the lower deck pilot permanent (13-0)
• Approved the April 24, 2024 meeting minutes (13-0)

Bay Area Housing Finance Authority

The Bay Area Housing Finance Authority is considering a resolution to call for a $20 billion general obligation bond for affordable housing across nine Bay Area counties. The body is also discussing its Business Plan and Regional Expenditure Plan. Additionally, the Authority is reviewing predevelopment loan recommendations for several priority sites.

• Proposed $20 billion general obligation bond for affordable housing (up to 90,000 units)
• Proposed loans totaling up to $28 million for REAP 2.0 Priority Site Pilots, including Mandela Station ($3M) and Treasure Island ($3M)
• Discussion of the BAHFA Business Plan
• Discussion of the BAHFA Regional Expenditure Plan and labor standards
• Presentation of Draft FY 2024-25 Operating and Capital Budgets

The Authority unanimously approved the Consent Calendar, which included authorizing loan agreements for 10 Priority Site Pilot Projects. The board also received informational presentations regarding a business plan, a regional expenditure plan, and a proposed $20 billion affordable housing bond.

• Approved April 24, 2024 meeting minutes (12-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 0035 for REAP 2.0 predevelopment loans up to $28 million (12-0)
• Authorized $3M loan for Mandela Station (12-0)
• Authorized $2.1M loan for South San Francisco PUC Site (12-0)
• Authorized $3M loan for Lake Merritt BART (12-0)
• Authorized $3M loan for North Berkeley BART (12-0)
• Authorized $3M loan for Blossom Hill (12-0)
• Authorized $2.5M loan for Midway Village (12-0)

Metropolitan Transportation Commission

The Metropolitan Transportation Commission is deciding on multiple funding allocations for transit operators and capital projects. The body will also vote on positions regarding state legislation and review the draft FY 2024-25 operating and capital budgets.

• Allocation of $92.4 million in FY2023-24 TDA and STA funds for transit operations and capital projects
• Approval of $18 million for eight transit priority projects via the BusAID program
• Allocation of $3.58 million in RM3 capital funds for ECCTA, SMART, and CCTA
• Proposed $4.43 million in technical assistance awards for equitable transit-oriented development Priority Sites
• Vote to oppose Assembly Bill 2645 regarding toll collection information sharing with law enforcement

The Commission approved several million dollars in transit operations and capital project funding, including $92.4 million in TDA and STA funds. The board also voted on positions for state legislation regarding toll collection, affordable housing registries, and labor standards.

• Approved $92.4M in FY2023-24 TDA and STA funds (14-0)
• Approved $27.8M for fare integration, mapping, and transit priority (14-0)
• Approved $6.8M in State Transit Assistance Revenue-Based Exchange Funds (14-0)
• Approved $17.9M FY2024-25 Regional State Transit Assistance Program (14-0)
• Approved $3.58M in RM3 capital funds for ECCTA, SMART, and CCTA (14-0)
• Approved up to $4.43M for Priority Sites technical assistance (14-0)
• Approved $18M for eight BusAID transit priority projects (14-0)
• Adopted 'Oppose unless Amended' position on AB 2645 (14-0)

Service Authority for Freeways and Expressways

The Service Authority for Freeways and Expressways is meeting to receive an informational presentation on the draft FY 2024-25 operating and capital budgets. The body will also consider the approval of meeting minutes from October 25, 2023.

• Draft FY 2024-25 Operating and Capital Budgets presentation
• Approval of October 25, 2023 meeting minutes

The Authority unanimously approved the minutes from the October 25, 2023 meeting via the Consent Calendar. Members also received an informational presentation regarding the draft Fiscal Year 2024-25 Operating and Capital Budgets.

• Approved October 25, 2023 meeting minutes (12-0)

Clipper Executive Board

The Clipper Executive Board is meeting to approve the budget and work plan for fiscal years 2024-25 and 2025-26. The board will also consider several contract amendments for technical consultants, customer outreach, and service centers.

• Approval of $2,700,000 disbursement from unregistered inactive Clipper cards for FY 24/25 operating budget
• Contract amendment for Moore Iacofano Goltsman, Inc. ($3,600,000) and Caribou Public Relations, Inc. ($400,000)
• Technical consultant amendments for Arcadis ($1,200,000), Invoke Technologies, Inc. ($250,000), and ARC Alternatives ($200,000)
• Customer service center contracts for TTEC Government Solutions, LLC ($1,725,000), Nematode Holdings, LLC ($315,000), and AC Transit ($250,000)
• Purchase order for AT&T network services ($300,000)

The Board approved the Clipper budget and work plan for fiscal years 2024-25 and 2025-26. It also authorized the disbursement of $2.7 million from inactive card funds for operating expenses and approved multiple consultant and service contracts.

• Approved Clipper Two Year Budget and Work Plan for FY 2024-25 and 2025-26 (9-0)
• Approved $2.7M disbursement of unregistered inactive funds for FY 24/25 operating budget (9-0)
• Approved $3.6M contract amendment for Moore Iacofano Goltsman, Inc. and $400,000 for Caribou Public Relations, Inc. (9-0)
• Approved technical consultant amendments for Arcadis ($1.2M), Invoke Technologies ($250,000), and ARC Alternatives ($200,000) (9-0)
• Approved customer service center contracts for TTEC ($1.725M), Nematode Holdings ($315,000), and AC Transit ($250,000) (9-0)
• Approved $300,000 purchase order for AT&T network services (9-0)
• Approved March 25, 2024 meeting minutes (9-0)

Regional Network Management Council

The Regional Network Management Council is meeting to approve previous meeting minutes and receive an information update. The discussion focuses on the design, evaluation, and pilot stage of signage prototypes for the Regional Mapping and Wayfinding Project.

• Implementation updates for the Regional Mapping and Wayfinding Project signage prototypes

The Council unanimously approved the minutes from the April 22, 2024 meeting. Members received an implementation update regarding the Regional Mapping and Wayfinding Project's signage prototypes and pilot stage.

• Approved April 22, 2024 meeting minutes (11-0)

Bay Area Regional Collaborative

The Governing Board will consider the approval of the FY2024-2025 Operating Budget and the minutes from the March 15, 2024 meeting. The board will also hold a series of discussions to kick off an update to the BARC Organizational Plan.

• Approval of BARC FY2024-2025 Operating Budget
• Approval of March 15, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion on BARC Organizational Plan Update, including process overview and goals

The Governing Board approved the Consent Calendar, which included the adoption of the FY2024-2025 Operating Budget and the minutes from the March 15, 2024 meeting. The board also received a presentation from Bluepoint Planning regarding the BARC Organizational Plan Update.

• Approved BARC FY2024-2025 Operating Budget (9-0)
• Approved BARC Governing Board Minutes of March 15, 2024 (9-0)

ABAG ACFA Governing Board

The Advancing California Finance Authority (ACFA) Governing Board is meeting to approve its operating budget for the 2024-25 fiscal year. The board will also review unaudited financial statements for the period ending March 31, 2024.

• Adoption of ACFA Resolution No. 2024-001 for the ABAG Finance Authority for Nonprofit Corporations (ABAG FAN) FY 2024-25 Operating Budget
• Approval of the FY 2023-24 Statement of Revenues and Expenses for the period ended March 31, 2024
• Approval of ACFA Governing Board Minutes from March 21, 2024

The ACFA Governing Board adopted Resolution No. 2024-001 to approve the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Operating Budget for the ABAG Finance Authority for Nonprofit Corporations (ABAG FAN). The board also approved the consent calendar, including the March 21, 2024 meeting minutes.

• Approved ABAG FAN Fiscal Year 2024-25 Operating Budget via Resolution No. 2024-001 (2-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar (2-0)
• Approved ACFA Governing Board Minutes of March 21, 2024 (2-0)

ABAG Finance Committee

The ABAG Finance Committee is meeting to approve previous minutes and review unaudited financial reports. The body will discuss investment reports and the statement of revenues and expenses for the period ending March 31, 2024.

• Approval of March 21, 2024 meeting minutes
• Report on ABAG Investments for the period ended March 31, 2024
• FY 2023-24 Statement of Revenues and Expenses for the period ended March 31, 2024

The ABAG Finance Committee approved the consent calendar via a unanimous vote. This included the approval of previous meeting minutes and two unaudited financial reports.

• Approved Consent Calendar (6-0)
• Approved Finance Committee Minutes of March 21, 2024 (6-0)
• Approved Report on ABAG Investments for period ended March 31, 2024 (6-0)
• Approved FY 2023-24 Statement of Revenues and Expenses for period ended March 31, 2024 (6-0)

ABAG Executive Board

The ABAG Executive Board is meeting to approve several contracts, grant agreements, and legislative positions. The board will also consider adopting Resolution 7 2024 to implement reforms to the Priority Conservation Area Framework.

• Contract amendment with Peak Digital, LLC for website support not to exceed $200,000
• Contract with Zoon Engineering for Palo Alto Horizontal Levee project not to exceed $550,000
• Agreement with Bay Area Air Quality Management District for EPA grant not to exceed $4,498,656
• Acceptance of $5,000,000 from U.S. EPA for Wetlands Regional Monitoring Program
• Approval of international travel for ABAG President to Vienna, Austria for Social Housing Field Study

The ABAG Executive Board approved a series of contracts and grants for website support, levee construction, and wetlands monitoring. The board also voted to support specific housing legislation and adopted a framework for Priority Conservation Areas.

• Approved contract amendment with Peak Digital, LLC for website support up to $200,000
• Approved contract with Zoon Engineering up to $550,000 for Palo Alto Horizontal Levee project
• Approved agreement with Bay Area Air Quality Management District up to $4,498,656
• Accepted $5,000,000 EPA grant for Wetlands Regional Monitoring Program
• Approved international travel for President to attend Social Housing Field Study in Vienna
• Approved 'support if amended' position on Assembly Bill 2396 (22-0)
• Approved pursuing legislation for BAHFA labor standards on regional housing bond proceeds (20-2)
• Adopted ABAG Resolution No. 7-2024 regarding Priority Conservation Area Framework (20-0)

Bay Area Infrastructure Financing Authority Network and Operations Committee

The Bay Area Infrastructure Financing Authority Network and Operations Committee is meeting to review a contract change order and approve previous meeting minutes. The primary action item involves funding for a toll system integrator.

• Contract Change Order for Express Lane Toll System Integrator (TSI) with TransCore, LP for $9,445,192
• Approval of the April 12, 2024 meeting minutes

The Committee unanimously approved the Consent Calendar, which included a contract change order for the Express Lane Toll System Integrator. The minutes from the April 12, 2024 meeting were also approved.

• Approved $9,445,192 contract change order for TransCore, LP (Express Lane Toll System Integrator) (4-0)
• Approved minutes of the April 12, 2024 meeting (4-0)

ABAG Administrative Committee

The ABAG Administrative Committee and MTC Planning Committee are holding a joint meeting to discuss regional transportation and housing. The body is reviewing technical assistance awards for Priority Sites to advance equitable transit-oriented development.

• Proposed technical assistance awards for Priority Sites totaling up to $4.43 million
• Review of Bay Area residential building permit activity for RHNA Cycle 5 (2015-2023)
• Federal Performance Target-Setting Update for May 2024

The MTC Planning Committee approved technical assistance awards to advance equitable transit-oriented development at nominated Priority Sites. The ABAG Administrative Committee also approved its meeting minutes from April 12, 2024.

• Approved technical assistance awards for Priority Sites not to exceed $4.43 million
• Approved ABAG Administrative Committee Summary Minutes of the April 12, 2024 Meeting (5-0)
• Approved MTC Planning Committee Minutes of the April 12, 2024 Meeting

Regional Network Management Committee

The Regional Network Management Committee is meeting to approve several transit and transportation contracts and funding agreements. The body will discuss the Bus Accelerated Infrastructure Delivery (BusAID) program and proposed regional performance measures.

• MTC Resolution No. 4647: approximately $18 million for eight transit priority projects via the BusAID program
• 511 Traveler Information Program contracts totaling $5,800,000
• Clipper customer education and service center contracts and amendments totaling $5,940,000
• Traffic Incident Management Support contract with Kimley Horn and Associates, Inc. for $2,000,000
• Integrated Bridge Corridor Project contract with Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. for $600,000

Joint MTC ABAG Legislation Committee

The committee is discussing positions on several state bills and receiving updates on the FY 2024-25 State Budget and federal legislative developments. Members will consider support or opposition for legislation regarding toll collection, affordable housing registries, and labor standards.

• AB 2645: Proposed opposition to requiring toll agencies to notify law enforcement of emergency alert license plates
• AB 2396: Proposed support (if amended) for grants to create affordable housing registries
• SB 1031: Update on the Connect Bay Area transportation revenue measure
• Proposed support for legislation applying labor standards to Bay Area Housing Finance Authority bond proceeds
• FY 2024-25 State Budget update

Planning Committee

The MTC Planning Committee and ABAG Administrative Committee are holding a joint meeting. The body is considering the referral of technical assistance awards for equitable transit-oriented development at nominated Priority Sites. The committee will also review residential building permit activity for the RHNA Cycle 5.

• Proposed technical assistance awards for Priority Sites not to exceed $4.43 million
• Review of Bay Area residential building permit activity for RHNA Cycle 5 (2015-2023)
• Federal Performance Target-Setting Update for May 2024

The Planning Committee unanimously approved forwarding a proposal for technical assistance awards to the MTC Commission. These awards aim to advance equitable transit-oriented development on nominated Priority Sites. The total cumulative amount for these awards is not to exceed $4.43 million.

• Approved MTC Planning Committee Minutes of April 12, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved forwarding Priority Sites technical assistance awards up to $4.43 million to the MTC Commission (5-0)
• Approved ABAG Administrative Committee Summary Minutes of April 12, 2024

Administration Committee

The Administration Committee is meeting to approve several contract amendments and a new service agreement. The body will also review unaudited financial and investment reports and a request for international travel to Austria.

• Contract Amendment for Agency Website Support Services with Peak Digital, LLC ($2,075,000)
• Contract for Ergonomic Education and Assessment Services with Performance Based Ergonomics ($300,000)
• Purchase Order Amendment for ERP Strategic Advisory Services with Slalom, Inc. ($190,000)
• Contract Amendment for ActivitySim/emme Model Conversion Project with WSP USA, Inc. ($150,000)
• International Travel Request for 2024 Social Housing Field Study in Vienna, Austria

The Committee approved multiple contract amendments for website support, model conversion, ergonomics, and ERP services. It also approved a staff and Commissioner trip to Vienna, Austria, for a social housing study with an amendment to include a BAHFA staff member.

• Approved contract amendment for Peak Digital, LLC ($2,075,000) (6-0)
• Approved contract amendment for WSP USA, Inc. ($150,000) (6-0)
• Approved contract for Performance Based Ergonomics ($300,000) (6-0)
• Approved purchase order amendment for Slalom, Inc. ($190,000) (6-0)
• Approved international travel to Vienna, Austria, with amendment to add a BAHFA staff member (5-0-1)
• Approved April 10, 2024, meeting minutes (6-0)

Bay Area Housing Finance Authority Oversight Committee

The BAHFA Oversight Committee and ABAG Housing Committee are holding a joint meeting to discuss affordable housing initiatives. The body is considering the authorization of predevelopment loans for several priority site pilot projects. Members will also receive updates on preservation programs and a regional housing pipeline database.

• Proposed loans totaling up to $28 million for 10 REAP 2.0 Priority Sites, including Mandela Station ($3M) and Treasure Island ($3M)
• Proposed loan for South San Francisco PUC Site ($2.1M)
• Proposed loan for El Cerrito Plaza ($2.4M)
• Presentation on Bay Area Preservation Initiatives pilot programs
• Presentation of the Bay Area Affordable Housing Pipeline database

ABAG Housing Committee

The ABAG Housing Committee and BAHFA Oversight Committee are meeting jointly to discuss affordable housing initiatives. The body is considering the referral of loans for several priority site pilot projects and reviewing regional preservation programs and a housing pipeline database.

• Proposed loans totaling up to $28 million for 10 REAP 2.0 Priority Sites, including Mandela Station ($3M) and Treasure Island ($3M)
• Proposed loans for Lake Merritt BART ($3M), North Berkeley BART ($3M), and Blossom Hill ($3M)
• Proposed loans for Capitol Station ($3M), Orbisonia Village ($3M), and Midway Village ($2.5M)
• Proposed loans for El Cerrito Plaza ($2.4M) and South San Francisco PUC Site ($2.1M)
• Presentation on Bay Area Preservation Initiatives and the Bay Area Affordable Housing Pipeline database

Bay Area Toll Authority Oversight Committee

The committee is reviewing recommendations to extend or make permanent a pilot project for the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge. Members will also consider several consultant contracts for bridge and road improvements.

• Contract for Interstate 580/Richmond Parkway Operational Improvements with Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. ($1,500,000)
• Contract amendment for Richmond-San Rafael Bridge Access Improvement Project with HNTB Corporation ($100,000)
• Proposal to extend the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge Pilot Project on the upper deck and make the lower deck pilot permanent
• Review of the FY 2023-24 BATA Statement of Revenues and Expenses through March 31, 2024

The BATA Oversight Committee approved a $1.5 million contract for I-580/Richmond Parkway improvements and a $100,000 contract amendment for the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge. The Committee also referred a proposal to the Authority to extend and make permanent specific bridge pilot project components.

• Approved contract for Interstate 580/Richmond Parkway Operational Improvements with Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. for $1,500,000 (6-0)
• Approved contract amendment with HNTB Corporation for on-call design services for the RSR Bridge Access Improvement Project not to exceed $100,000 (5-0-1)
• Approved referral to the Authority to extend the RSR Bridge Pilot Project on the upper deck and make the lower deck Pilot permanent (5-0-1)
• Approved April 10, 2024, meeting minutes (6-0)

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

Staff will present the assumptions used to develop the Fiscal Year 2024-25 budgets for MTC, MTC SAFE, BATA, BAHA, and BAIFA. This is an informational session; preliminary budgets will be presented on May 22, 2024, and final budgets will be brought for authorization on June 26, 2024.

• Fiscal Year 2024-25 Agency Budget Study Session

Programming and Allocations Committee

The Programming and Allocations Committee is meeting to decide on several funding allocations for regional transit. The body will consider resolutions for transit operations, capital project updates, and specific infrastructure grants.

• Allocation of $92.4 million in FY2023-24 TDA and STA funds for transit operations and capital projects
• Programming of $27.8 million for fare integration, mapping, wayfinding, and transit priority initiatives
• Adoption of the $17.9 million FY2024-25 Regional State Transit Assistance (STA) Program
• Allocation of $3.58 million in RM3 capital funds for ECCTA, SMART, and CCTA projects
• Programming of $2.8 million in conditional awards for the Priority Sites Technical Assistance program

The Programming and Allocations Committee unanimously approved the Consent Calendar and referred several resolutions to the Commission. Key actions included the allocation of millions in transit funds for regional operations, capital projects, and specific transit authority improvements.

• Approved allocation of $92.4 million in FY2023-24 TDA and STA funds (6-0)
• Approved $27.8 million for fare integration, mapping, and transit priority initiatives (6-0)
• Approved allocation of approximately $6.8 million in STA Revenue-Based Exchange Funds (6-0)
• Adopted $17.9 million FY2024-25 Regional State Transit Assistance Program (6-0)
• Adopted FY2024-25 Regional Measure 2 and 3 operating programs (6-0)
• Approved $2.8 million in conditional awards for Priority Sites Technical Assistance (6-0)
• Referred allocation of $3.58 million in RM3 capital funds to ECCTA, SMART, and CCTA to the Commission (6-0)
• Approved April 10, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)

Regional Network Management Customer Advisory Group

The Regional Network Management Customer Advisory Group is meeting to discuss proposed performance measures for transit rider experience and operations. The group will also review a draft report on standardized eligibility practices for paratransit programs.

• Proposed approach for initial Regional Network Management performance measures
• Draft report on Transformation Action Plan Action 25 regarding standardized paratransit eligibility practices
• Approval of February 23, 2024 meeting minutes
• Progress report on the RNM Council Work Plan

The Regional Network Management Customer Advisory Group unanimously approved the minutes from its February 23, 2024 meeting. The group received informational presentations on regional network performance measures, paratransit eligibility, and work plan updates.

• Approved February 23, 2024 meeting minutes (14-0)

Policy Advisory Council

The Policy Advisory Council will receive a verbal update on Senate Bill 1031, known as the Connect Bay Area Act. Members will also review updated data for Equity Priority Communities to be used in Plan Bay Area 2050+.

• Verbal update on Senate Bill 1031 (Connect Bay Area Act)
• 2024 Equity Priority Communities (EPC) data layer update
• Approval of March 22, 2024 meeting minutes

ABAG San Francisco Bay Trail Board of Directors

The SF Bay Trail Board of Directors will meet to discuss and potentially adopt a position on the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge Path. The board will also receive reports on the SF Bay Trail Roadmap and Active Transportation technical assistance grants.

• Potential adoption of a resolution in support of the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge Path
• Report on Active Transportation Technical Assistance grants for Complete Streets Policy and the Active Transportation Network
• Report on the SF Bay Trail Roadmap
• Approval of October 27, 2023 meeting minutes

The San Francisco Bay Trail Board of Directors adopted a resolution opposing the closure of the multi-use Richmond-San Rafael Bridge Trail. The board also approved the consent calendar, including the minutes from the October 27, 2023 meeting.

• Adopted resolution to oppose closure of Richmond-San Rafael Bridge Trail (9-0-5)
• Approved Consent Calendar, including October 27, 2023 minutes (13-0)
• Selected Rosemary Corbin to chair the meeting

Metropolitan Transportation Commission Workshop

The Commission is holding a workshop to discuss updates to Plan Bay Area 2050+ and greenhouse gas emissions targets. Members will review the proposed regional transportation measure SB 1031 and the Bay Area Toll Authority's bridge program and revenue portfolio.

• Discussion of Plan Bay Area 2050+ updates and greenhouse gas emissions reduction targets
• Review of SB 1031 proposed regional transportation measure funding and project eligibility
• Overview of Bay Area Toll Authority (BATA) toll bridge program and revenue portfolio
• Discussion of BATA asset management and rehabilitation program funding needs

Bay Area Headquarters Authority

The Bay Area Headquarters Authority is meeting to approve a budget amendment for FY 2023-24 and the minutes from its March meeting. The body will also hold a closed session to discuss price and payment terms for a portion of the Bay Area Metro Center.

• Resolution No. 046: Amendment No. 1 to FY 2023-24 BAHA Operating and Capital Budgets
• Closed session regarding real property negotiations for a portion of 375 Beale Street, San Francisco
• Approval of March 27, 2024 meeting minutes

The Bay Area Headquarters Authority approved the minutes from the March 27, 2024 meeting and an amendment to the FY 2023-24 operating and capital budgets. A closed session was held regarding real property negotiations with Caltrain, but no reportable action was taken.

• Approved BAHA Minutes of the March 27, 2024 meeting (6-0)
• Approved BAHA Resolution No. 046, Revised - FY 2023-24 BAHA Operating and Capital Budgets, Amendment No. 1 (6-0)

Metropolitan Transportation Commission Workshop

The Commission will receive a staff update on the current transportation funding landscape, specifically regarding public transportation. Members will review and discuss SB 1031 provisions concerning geographic and modal investment.

• Discussion of SB 1031 (Wiener/Wahab) provisions
• Transportation funding revenue overview and staff update

Bay Area Toll Authority

The Bay Area Toll Authority is meeting to approve minutes from the March 27, 2024 meeting and consider a budget amendment. The body will review changes to the FY 2023-24 operating and capital budgets.

• Resolution No. 169: FY 2023-24 Operating and Capital Budgets Amendment No. 2

The Bay Area Toll Authority unanimously approved the Consent Calendar. This included the adoption of a revised budget amendment for the 2023-24 operating and capital budgets.

• Approved March 27, 2024 meeting minutes (14-0)
• Approved BATA Resolution No. 169, Revised, FY 2023-24 Operating and Capital Budgets Amendment No. 2 (14-0)

Bay Area Housing Finance Authority

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. The body is scheduled to review and approve the minutes from the March 27, 2024 meeting.

• Approval of the March 27, 2024 meeting minutes

The Authority unanimously approved the Consent Calendar, which included the approval of the minutes from the March 27, 2024, meeting. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved March 27, 2024 meeting minutes (14-0)

Metropolitan Transportation Commission

The Metropolitan Transportation Commission is meeting to approve various transportation funding allocations, budget amendments, and legislative positions. Key actions include funding for BART and the SR-37 project, as well as reviewing the FY 2024-25 Overall Work Program.

• Allocation of $500 million in RM3 capital funds to San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District (BART)
• Allocation of $53 million in FY203-24 State Transit Assistance to BART
• Programming of $157,000 in OBAG 2 Mobility Hubs funds for City of Burlingame’s Caltrain Station Burlingame Square Transit Hub
• Rescission and reallocation of $5.6 million in RM3 funds for the SR-37 Sears Point to Mare Island Improvement Project
• Support for AB 2353 (Property Tax Welfare Exemption) and AB 2485 (Regional Housing Needs Determination)

The Commission approved a $500 million allocation to BART and a $53 million state transit assistance allocation for BART operations. Other actions included approving the FY 2024-25 Overall Work Program and supporting housing-related assembly bills. One item regarding regional transportation measure legislation was deferred.

• Allocated $500 million in RM3 capital funds to BART (14-0)
• Approved $53 million FY203-24 State Transit Assistance Allocation to BART (13-0)
• Adopted MTC Resolution No. 4637 for FY 2024-25 Overall Work Program (14-0)
• Approved Regional Approach and Prioritization Principles for SB1 nominations (14-0)
• Approved support for AB 2485 regarding Regional Housing Needs Determination (14-0)
• Approved support for AB 2353 regarding Property Tax Welfare Exemption (13-0)
• Allocated $157,000 in OBAG 2 funds to City of Burlingame's Caltrain Station hub (13-0)
• Deferred item 11b regarding Senate Bill 1031

Regional Network Management Council

The Regional Network Management Council is meeting to approve funding for transit priority projects and refine performance measures for transit operations. The body will also receive an update on transit priority efforts across the Bay Area.

• Approval of approximately $18 million in funding for Bus Accelerated Infrastructure Delivery (BusAID) near-term projects
• Approval of refined Regional Network Management performance measures
• Information update on completed and ongoing transit priority efforts in the Bay Area

The Regional Network Management Council approved approximately $18 million in funding for the Bus Accelerated Infrastructure Delivery (BusAID) program. The council also approved a set of initial regional network management performance measures and the minutes from the March 25, 2024 meeting.

• Approved approximately $18 million in BusAID funding for near-term transit priority projects (11-0)
• Approved initial RNM performance measures and the approach for future reporting (11-0)
• Approved March 25, 2024 meeting minutes (10-0)

ABAG Executive Board

The ABAG Executive Board is meeting to discuss regional housing finance, including a proposed $20 billion general obligation bond. The board is also reviewing the FY 2024-25 operating budget and several energy network contracts.

• Proposed ballot measure for an affordable housing bond not to exceed $20 billion
• Proposed FY 2024-25 ABAG Operating Budget and Work Program
• Contract amendment with CLEAResult Consulting, Inc. not to exceed $530,000
• Contract amendment with DiLytics Inc. not to exceed $435,000
• Contract with Frontier Energy, Inc. not to exceed $540,000

The ABAG Executive Board approved submitting a general obligation bond for affordable housing, not to exceed $20 billion, to voters in nine Bay Area counties. The Board also approved the Bay Area Housing Finance Authority's business plan and regional expenditure plan. Additionally, the Board recommended the FY 2024-25 operating budget and work program for final assembly approval.

• Approved $20B affordable housing bond ballot measure for Nov 2024 election (30-0)
• Approved Bay Area Housing Finance Authority Business Plan (29-0)
• Approved BAHFA Regional Expenditure Plan and directed labor standards implementation (30-0)
• Recommended FY 2024-25 Operating Budget and Work Program for General Assembly adoption (31-0)
• Approved support position on Assembly Bill 2485 regarding housing needs determination (29-0)
• Approved contract amendment with CLEAResult Consulting, Inc. up to $530,000 (29-0)
• Approved contract amendment with DiLytics Inc. up to $435,000 (29-0)
• Approved contract with Frontier Energy, Inc. up to $540,000 (29-0)

ABAG POWER Executive Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss energy legislation, natural gas programs, and the preliminary operating budget for fiscal year 2024-25. Members will also vote on the appointment of a new committee member and approve previous meeting minutes.

• Appointment of Aarón Zavala to the Executive Committee
• Presentation on Assembly Bill 1999 (Electricity Fixed Charges) and AB 205 (Energy)
• Report on Natural Gas and Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) programs
• Review of Preliminary Fiscal Year 2024-25 Operating Budget

Planning Committee

The MTC Planning Committee and ABAG Administrative Committee are holding a joint meeting. The body is deciding on technical assistance for Bay Area public agencies to develop fleet electrification plans. There is also a presentation regarding future highway investments and policy tradeoffs.

• Approval of 2024 Local Public Fleet Electrification Planning Technical Assistance Recommendations
• Presentation on the past, present, and future of highways and related policy tradeoffs
• Approval of MTC Planning Committee minutes from March 8, 2024
• Approval of ABAG Administrative Committee summary minutes from March 8, 2024

The MTC Planning Committee approved technical assistance recommendations to help Bay Area public agencies develop fleet electrification plans. This initiative aims to help agencies meet California clean fleet mandates and secure funding for vehicle replacements and charging infrastructure.

• Approved MTC Planning Committee Minutes of the March 8, 2024 Meeting (8-0)
• Approved ABAG Administrative Committee Summary Minutes of the March 8, 2024 Meeting
• Approved 2024 Local Public Fleet Electrification Planning Technical Assistance Recommendations (8-0)

ABAG Administrative Committee

The ABAG Administrative Committee and MTC Planning Committee are holding a joint meeting. The body is deciding on technical assistance for Bay Area public agencies to develop fleet electrification plans. They will also receive a presentation on highway investments and policy tradeoffs.

• Approval of 2024 Local Public Fleet Electrification Planning Technical Assistance Recommendations
• Presentation on the past, present, and future of highways regarding reliability, mobility, climate, transit, and affordability

The MTC Planning Committee approved technical assistance for Bay Area public agencies to develop fleet electrification plans. The ABAG Administrative Committee approved its consent calendar, including the March 8, 2024, meeting minutes.

• Approved technical assistance for public fleet electrification planning (MTC Planning Committee)
• Approved ABAG Administrative Committee Consent Calendar (6-1)
• Approved ABAG Administrative Committee Summary Minutes of March 8, 2024 (6-1)
• Approved MTC Planning Committee Minutes of March 8, 2024 (MTC Planning Committee)

Joint MTC ABAG Legislation Committee

The Joint MTC ABAG Legislation Committee is meeting to discuss and propose support for several state bills. The session includes updates on legislative tracking and reports on funding developments from Washington, D.C.

• Senate Bill 1031 (Connect Bay Area Act): Proposed amendments for MTC-sponsored regional transportation revenue measure
• Assembly Bill 2353: Proposed support for property tax welfare exemptions for nonprofit affordable housing developers
• Assembly Bill 2485: Proposed support for increasing transparency in regional housing needs determinations
• Washington, D.C. Legislative Update: Report on federal legislative and funding developments
• Legislative History: Review of bills currently being tracked by ABAG and MTC

The Joint MTC ABAG Legislation Committee approved support positions for three state bills to be forwarded for final board and commission approval. These include measures regarding affordable housing property tax exemptions, regional housing needs transparency, and transportation revenue authorization.

• Approved minutes from March 8, 2024 meeting (13-0)
• Adopted support for AB 2353 (Property Tax Welfare Exemption) (13-0)
• Adopted support for AB 2485 (Regional Housing Needs Determination) (13-0)
• Adopted support for proposed amendments to SB 1031 (Connect Bay Area Act) (13-0)

Bay Area Infrastructure Financing Authority Network and Operations Committee

The Bay Area Infrastructure Financing Authority Network and Operations Committee is meeting to review regional tolling and express lane operations. The body will consider an amendment to a cooperative agreement with the Bay Area Toll Authority.

• Amendment to Cooperative Agreement for Regional Tolling Infrastructure Maintenance Services with Bay Area Toll Authority
• MTC Express Lanes Quarterly Report for October - December 2023

Regional Network Management Committee

The Regional Network Management Committee is meeting to approve several contract amendments and purchase orders. The body is deciding on funding for transit fare integration and software licensing services.

• Partnership Agreement amendment for UCSF Clipper BayPass Pilot Program for a total of $6,347,250
• Purchase Order for Slalom, LLC Technical Salesforce Integration and Administration Services ($1,865,000)
• Purchase Order Amendment for Slalom, LLC Federalized services ($500,000)
• Purchase Order Amendment for Carahsoft Technology Corp Salesforce Licenses ($624,000)
• Amendment to Cooperative Agreement for Regional Tolling Infrastructure Maintenance Services with Bay Area Toll Authority

The committee approved an amendment to the Clipper BayPass Pilot Program with UCSF, increasing the total contract amount to $6,347,250. Several other administrative contracts and purchase orders were approved via the consent calendar.

• Approved Partnership Agreement Amendment for UCSF Clipper BayPass Pilot Program for $6,347,250 (7-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved March 8, 2024 meeting minutes (8-0)
• Approved amendment to Cooperative Agreement for Regional Tolling Infrastructure Maintenance Services with Bay Area Toll Authority (8-0)
• Approved $624,000 purchase order amendment for Salesforce Licenses with Carahsoft Technology Corp (8-0)
• Approved $1,865,000 purchase order for Slalom, LLC for Technical Salesforce Integration and Administration Services (8-0)
• Approved $500,000 purchase order amendment for Slalom, LLC (Federalized) for Technical Salesforce Integration and Administration Services (8-0)

ABAG Housing Committee

The ABAG Housing Committee and BAHFA Oversight Committee are meeting jointly to discuss regional housing finance. The body is considering a regional expenditure plan for permanent supportive and extremely low income housing and reviewing poll data regarding a potential affordable housing bond.

• Referral of the BAHFA Regional Expenditure Plan with labor standards and reporting requirements for permanent supportive and extremely low income housing
• Review of March 2024 poll findings regarding a $20 billion affordable housing bond for the November 2024 ballot
• Approval of ABAG Housing Committee minutes from March 13, 2024
• Approval of BAHFA Oversight Committee minutes from March 13, 2024

The ABAG Housing Committee referred the BAHFA Regional Expenditure Plan, including labor standards and reporting for supportive and extremely low income housing, to the ABAG Executive Board. The committee also directed staff to work with the California Legislature to amend the BAHFA enabling statute regarding labor standards for bond proceeds.

• Approved ABAG Housing Committee Consent Calendar (10-0)
• Approved ABAG Housing Committee Minutes of March 13, 2024 (10-0)
• Approved BAHFA Oversight Committee Minutes of March 13, 2024
• Referred BAHFA Regional Expenditure Plan with labor standards and reporting requirements to the ABAG Executive Board (10-0)
• Directed staff to work with the California Legislature to amend the BAHFA enabling statute to permit labor standards for bond proceed recipients (10-0)

Bay Area Housing Finance Authority Oversight Committee

The BAHFA Oversight Committee and ABAG Housing Committee are meeting jointly to discuss regional housing finance. The body is considering a regional expenditure plan for supportive and extremely low-income housing and reviewing poll data regarding a potential affordable housing bond.

• Referral of the BAHFA Regional Expenditure Plan with labor standards and reporting requirements for permanent supportive/extremely low-income housing
• Review of March 2024 poll findings regarding a $20 billion affordable housing bond for the November 2024 ballot
• Approval of ABAG Housing Committee minutes from March 13, 2024
• Approval of BAHFA Oversight Committee minutes from March 13, 2024

The BAHFA Oversight Committee referred the Regional Expenditure Plan for permanent supportive and extremely low-income housing to the ABAG Executive Board for adoption. The committee also directed staff to work with the California Legislature to amend the BAHFA enabling statute regarding labor standards for bond proceeds.

• Approved BAHFA Oversight Committee Minutes of March 13, 2024 (9-0)
• Referred BAHFA Regional Expenditure Plan with labor standards and reporting requirements to the ABAG Executive Board for adoption (9-0)
• Directed staff to work with the California Legislature to amend the BAHFA enabling statute to permit labor standards for BAHFA and recipient cities and counties (9-0)

Administration Committee

The Administration Committee is deciding on several consultant contracts and budget amendments. The body is also discussing the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Overall Work Program and providing an update on small business enterprise programs.

• Contract for Mobility Hubs and Parking Management Technical Assistance with NN Engineering, Inc ($500,000)
• Contract amendment for Transit Performance Monitoring Program with Pierlott & Associates, LLC ($329,388)
• Contract amendment for Transit Connected Network Planning with Fehr & Peers ($310,000)
• Contract amendment for Procurement and Contracts Training Content with Contiem, Inc. ($120,000)
• MTC Resolution No. 4637 regarding the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Overall Work Program

The Committee unanimously approved a consent calendar containing multiple consultant contracts, budget amendments, and travel requests. It also voted to refer the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Overall Work Program to the Commission for final approval.

• Approved $500,000 contract with NN Engineering, Inc for Mobility Hubs and Parking Management (6-0)
• Approved $120,000 contract amendment for Contiem, Inc regarding procurement training (6-0)
• Approved $310,000 contract amendment for Fehr & Peers for Transit Connected Network Planning (6-0)
• Approved $329,388 contract amendment for Pierlott & Associates, LLC for Transit Performance Monitoring (6-0)
• Approved consultant bench for 2023 Transportation Electrification Planning (6-0)
• Approved international travel requests for staff to attend events in Perth, Australia (6-0)
• Approved FY 2023-24 Operating and Capital Budgets Amendment No. 2 (6-0)
• Approved referral of FY 2024-25 Overall Work Program to the Commission (6-0)

Bay Area Toll Authority Oversight Committee

The committee is reviewing funding for transit priority projects and operational improvements. Members will discuss budget amendments and contract updates for regional tolling and design services.

• Funding Agreement for Cutting Boulevard Transit Priority Project with AC Transit: $3,000,000
• Contract Amendment for Dumbarton Forward Operational Improvements Project On-Call Design Services with HDR Engineering, Inc.: $600,000
• FY 2023-24 BATA Operating and Capital Budgets Amendment No. 2
• Amendment to Cooperative Agreement for Regional Tolling Infrastructure Maintenance Services
• FY 2023-24 BATA Statement of Revenues and Expenses through February 29, 2024

The Committee unanimously approved a funding agreement with AC Transit for the Cutting Boulevard Transit Priority Project. The board also approved several contract amendments and budget revisions via a consent calendar.

• Approved $3,000,000 funding agreement with AC Transit for Cutting Boulevard Transit Priority Project (6-0)
• Approved FY 2023-24 Operating and Capital Budgets Amendment No. 2 (6-0)
• Approved $600,000 contract amendment for Dumbarton Forward Operational Improvements Project On-Call Design Services with HDR Engineering, Inc. (6-0)
• Approved amendment to Cooperative Agreement for Regional Tolling Infrastructure Maintenance Services (6-0)
• Approved March 13, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)

Programming and Allocations Committee

The Programming and Allocations Committee is deciding on several funding allocations for regional transit and infrastructure. Key items include a large capital fund allocation for BART and updates to the 2023 Transportation Improvement Program.

• Proposed $500 million in RM3 capital funds for San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District (BART)
• Proposed $53 million State Transit Assistance allocation to BART
• Proposed $157,000 in OBAG 2 Mobility Hubs funds for City of Burlingame’s Caltrain Station Burlingame Square Transit Hub
• Proposed $5.6 million RM3 fund reallocation for the SR-37 Sears Point to Mare Island Improvement Project
• Proposed prioritization principles for Bay Area Senate Bill 1 (SB1) competitive program nominations

ABAG San Francisco Bay Trail Steering Committee

The San Francisco Bay Trail Steering Committee is meeting to receive reports on the Bay Trail Roadmap and the India Basin Waterfront Park project. The committee will also vote to approve minutes from the September 28, 2023 meeting.

• Approval of September 28, 2023 meeting minutes
• Report on the Bay Trail Roadmap
• Project overview of India Basin Waterfront Park

Bay Area Housing Finance Authority Advisory Committee

The Bay Area Housing Finance Authority Advisory Committee is meeting to elect a Vice Chair and review labor standards for its regional funding expenditure plan. The committee will also approve minutes from the January 25, 2024 meeting.

• Election of BAHFA Advisory Committee Vice Chair
• Update on labor standards for BAHFA’s 20% regional funding Expenditure Plan
• Approval of January 25, 2024 meeting minutes

The committee elected a new Vice Chair and approved the consent calendar. A report was provided regarding labor standards for the General Obligation Bond Expenditure Plan.

• Approved Consent Calendar (6-0)
• Approved January 25, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Elected Hugo Ramirez as Vice Chair (6-0)

Bay Area Housing Finance Authority

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. The only action item is the approval of the minutes from the February 28, 2024 meeting.

• Approval of February 28, 2024 meeting minutes

The Authority unanimously approved the Consent Calendar, which included the approval of the minutes from the February 28, 2024 meeting. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved February 28, 2024 meeting minutes (13-0)

Bay Area Toll Authority

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. The only action item is the approval of the meeting minutes from February 28, 2024.

• Approval of February 28, 2024 meeting minutes

The Authority unanimously approved the Consent Calendar, which included the approval of the minutes from the February 28, 2024 meeting. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved February 28, 2024 meeting minutes (14-0)

Bay Area Infrastructure Financing Authority

The Bay Area Infrastructure Financing Authority is meeting to approve a long-term financial strategy and reserves policy. The body will decide on the Express Lanes Program financial plan spanning fiscal years 2023-24 through 2032-33.

• Resolution No. 52: Express Lanes Program 10-Year Financial Plan (FY 2023-24 to FY 2032-33)
• Resolution No. 53: BAIFA Reserves Policy beginning FY 2024-25
• Approval of December 20, 2023 meeting minutes

The Bay Area Infrastructure Financing Authority approved a 10-year financial plan for express lanes and a new reserves policy. The Authority also approved the minutes from the December 20, 2023 meeting.

• Approved BAIFA Resolution No. 52 adopting the Express Lanes 10-Year Financial Plan for FY 2023-24 to FY 2032-33 (14-0)
• Approved BAIFA Resolution No. 53 adopting the Reserves Policy beginning FY 2024-25 (14-0)
• Approved minutes of the December 20, 2023 meeting (14-0)

Bay Area Headquarters Authority

The Bay Area Headquarters Authority is meeting to approve previous meeting minutes and review unaudited financial statements. The agenda consists primarily of procedural and informational items.

• Approval of December 20, 2023 meeting minutes
• Review of FY 2023-24 Statement of Revenues and Expenses for the period ended December 31, 2023

The Authority unanimously approved the Consent Calendar. This action included the approval of the meeting minutes from December 20, 2023. The board also received an unaudited statement of revenues and expenses for the period ending December 31, 2023, for informational purposes.

• Approved BAHA Minutes of the December 20, 2023 meeting (5-0)

Metropolitan Transportation Commission

The Metropolitan Transportation Commission is deciding on several funding allocations for transit and road projects. The body will also review performance evaluations for the Executive Director and General Counsel.

• Allocation of $49.9 million in Regional Measure 3 funds for projects including the I-80 Express Lanes Toll System and Presidio Yard Modernization
• Cooperative Agreement of $1,150,000 for SR-29 intersection improvements at Rutherford Road and Oakville Cross Road
• Allocation of $7.8 million in TDA and STA funds to Union City and Eastern Contra Costa Transit Authority/Tri Delta Transit
• Programming of $77.6 million in FTA Formula Revenue funding for transit state-of-good-repair
• Approval of Executive Director and General Counsel performance evaluations and cost of living adjustments

The Commission approved several funding allocations for regional transportation, including $49.9 million in Regional Measure 3 capital funds and $77.6 million in FTA Formula Revenue. The board also approved cost-of-living adjustments for the Executive Director and General Counsel and expressed support for Senate Bill 960.

• Allocated $49.9M in RM3 capital funds to CCTA, BAIFA, WETA, SFMTA, and SMCTA (14-0)
• Programmed $77.6M in FTA Formula Revenue for transit state-of-good-repair (14-0)
• Approved Executive Director and General Counsel cost-of-living adjustments (14-0)
• Adopted support in concept for Senate Bill 960 regarding transit priority (14-0)
• Approved $1.15M cooperative agreement for SR-29 intersection improvements (14-0)
• Allocated $7.8M in TDA and STA funds to Union City and ECCTA/Tri Delta Transit (14-0)
• Approved 2025 Regional Active Transportation Program Cycle 7 Guidelines (14-0)
• Approved revisions to One Bay Area Grant (OBAG 2 and 3) programs (14-0)

Clipper Executive Board

The Clipper Executive Board is meeting to discuss the draft budget and work plan for fiscal years 2024-2025 and 2025-2026. The board will also receive updates on the Next Generation Clipper System (C2) and current system performance.

• Review of Draft Clipper Two Year Budget and Work Plan (FY 2024-2025 and 2025-2026)
• Implementation and deployment update for Next Generation Clipper System (C2)
• Current Clipper operations and performance update
• Approval of February 26, 2024 meeting minutes

The Board unanimously approved the minutes from the February 26, 2024 meeting. Other agenda items consisted of informational updates regarding system deployment, operations, and a draft two-year budget.

• Approved February 26, 2024 meeting minutes (9-0)

Fare Integration Task Force

The Fare Integration Task Force is meeting to discuss the Clipper BayPass project. The body will consider recommendations to amend the project's participation agreement and increase flexibility for a Phase 2 pilot.

• Approval of January 22, 2024 meeting minutes
• Proposed amendments to the Clipper BayPass Participation Agreement for Phase 1 partners
• Proposed recommendations for Phase 2 pilot flexibility

Regional Network Management Council

The Regional Network Management Council is meeting to discuss a draft proposal for new transit performance measures. The body will also receive updates on accessibility initiatives and the progress of the FY 2023-24 & 2024-25 Work Plan.

• Draft proposal for initial Regional Network Management performance measures
• Update on Transformation Action Plan accessibility initiatives
• One-Seat Ride Pilot Program draft concepts
• FY 2023-24 & 2024-25 Work Plan progress report
• Approval of January 22, 2024 meeting minutes

The Council unanimously approved the consent calendar, which included the minutes from the January 22, 2024 meeting. The remainder of the meeting consisted of informational presentations regarding performance measures, accessibility initiatives, and the council work plan.

• Approved January 22, 2024 meeting minutes (10-0)

Policy Advisory Council

The Policy Advisory Council will receive updates on Senate Bill 1031 and a presentation on future highway investments. The body will also review recent MTC policy decisions and approve minutes from the February 23, 2024 meeting.

• Verbal update on regional transportation measure Senate Bill (SB) 1031
• Presentation on findings regarding future highway investments and policy tradeoffs
• Approval of February 23, 2024 meeting minutes
• Staff Liaison Report on recent MTC policy decisions

The Council unanimously approved the meeting minutes from February 23, 2024. The remainder of the meeting consisted of informational presentations and reports.

• Approved February 23, 2024 Meeting Minutes (16-0-4)

Policy Advisory Council Equity & Access Subcommittee

The Policy Advisory Council Equity & Access Subcommittee will review trends from a six-month low-income toll discount pilot on the I-880 Express Lanes. The meeting also includes an update on the MTC’s Community Action Resource and Empowerment (CARE) Program approach for fiscal years 2022-23 through 2025-26.

• Express Lanes START: Six-month pilot trends for low-income toll discounts on I-880 Express Lanes
• MTC’s Community Action Resource and Empowerment (CARE) Program update

The Policy Advisory Council Equity & Access Subcommittee approved the minutes from its December 15, 2023 meeting. The session included informational reports on the Express Lanes START pilot and the CARE Program.

• Approved December 15, 2023 Meeting Minutes (7-0)

ABAG ACFA Governing Board

The Advancing California Finance Authority Governing Board is meeting to review financial reports and approve previous meeting minutes. The board will consider a report on the unaudited statement of revenues and expenses for the period ending December 31, 2023.

• Approval of ACFA Governing Board Minutes from November 16, 2023
• Review of FY 2023-24 Statement of Revenues and Expenses for the period ended December 31, 2023

The ACFA Governing Board approved the Consent Calendar via a unanimous vote. This action included the approval of previous meeting minutes and a financial report on revenues and expenses.

• Approved Consent Calendar (3-0)
• Approved ACFA Governing Board Minutes of November 16, 2023 (3-0)
• Approved FY 2023-24 Statement of Revenues and Expenses for period ended December 31, 2023 (3-0)

ABAG Finance Committee

The ABAG Finance Committee is meeting to elect its leadership for the committee. Members will also review unaudited investment and financial reports for the period ending December 31, 2023.

• Election of ABAG Finance Committee Chair and Vice Chair
• Approval of ABAG Investments report for period ended December 31, 2023
• Approval of FY 2023-24 Statement of Revenues and Expenses for period ended December 31, 2023
• Approval of November 16, 2023 meeting minutes

The ABAG Finance Committee elected David Rabbitt as Chair and Pat Eklund as Vice Chair. The committee also approved the consent calendar, which included the November 16, 2023 minutes and two unaudited financial reports.

• Elected David Rabbitt as Chair and Pat Eklund as Vice Chair (6-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar (6-0)
• Approved November 16, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved unaudited ABAG Investments report for period ended December 31, 2023 (6-0)
• Approved unaudited FY 2023-24 Statement of Revenues and Expenses for period ended December 31, 2023 (6-0)

ABAG Executive Board

The ABAG Executive Board will discuss a potential regional general obligation bond for affordable housing. The board is also deciding on several federal grants for shoreline and watershed projects and renewing the membership of the Town of Corte Madera.

• Acceptance of $4,524,870 EPA award for nature-based shoreline adaptation
• Acceptance of $6,102,000 EPA award for North Richmond/Wildcat Creek Watershed planning
• Contract with Frontier Energy, Inc. not to exceed $240,000 for BayREN services
• Resolution 4-2024 to reinstate the Town of Corte Madera as a member
• Workshop on Regional General Obligation Bond for Affordable Housing

The Executive Board unanimously approved a consent calendar including two large U.S. Environmental Protection Agency awards for shoreline and watershed projects. The board also ratified committee leadership and reinstated the Town of Corte Madera as a member.

• Approved $4,524,870 EPA award for nature-based shoreline adaptation (26-0)
• Approved $6,102,000 EPA award for North Richmond/Wildcat Creek Watershed planning (26-0)
• Approved contract with Frontier Energy, Inc. not to exceed $240,000 (26-0)
• Ratified David Rabbitt as Finance Committee Chair and Pat Eklund as Vice Chair (26-0)
• Ratified ABAG Housing Committee Chair and Vice Chair (26-0)
• Adopted Resolution 4-2024 reinstating the Town of Corte Madera as a member (26-0)
• Approved January 18, 2024 meeting minutes (26-0)
• Approved unaudited investment and revenue reports for period ended December 31, 2023 (26-0)

Bay Area Regional Collaborative

The Governing Board will review an update to the BARC Organizational Plan and receive a presentation on the Alameda Oakland Estuary Project. The meeting also includes reports from member agencies and the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Overview of BARC Organizational Plan Update
• Update on the Alameda Oakland Estuary Project
• Approval of January 19, 2024 meeting minutes
• Reports from Bay Area Air Quality Management District, Caltrans District 4, and SF Bay Regional Water Quality District
• Reports from California State Coastal Conservancy and SF Bay Conservation and Development Commission

The Governing Board approved the minutes from the January 19, 2024 meeting. The remainder of the session consisted of reports from member agencies and a presentation on the Alameda Oakland Estuary Project.

• Approved BARC Governing Board Minutes of January 19, 2024 (9-0)

Bay Area Toll Authority Oversight Committee

The Bay Area Toll Authority Oversight Committee is meeting to approve several contract amendments and new service contracts. The body is also reviewing the unaudited statement of revenues and expenses for the period ending January 31, 2024.

• Contract amendment for Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. ($2,500,000) for Richmond-San Rafael Forward projects
• Contract for HDR Engineering, Inc. for Southern Toll Bridges Asset Management Support ($1,600,000)
• Contract change order for Conduent State and Local Solutions, Inc. for FasTrak violation backlog ($255,000)
• Contract amendment for Silicon Transportation Consultants, Inc. for on-call tolling support ($250,000)
• Review of FY 2023-24 BATA Statement of Revenues and Expenses through January 31, 2024

The Committee approved several contracts for tolling support and asset management. The most significant action was the approval of a $2.5 million contract amendment for design work on the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge.

• Approved $2.5M contract amendment for Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. regarding Richmond-San Rafael Forward projects (7-0)
• Approved $1.6M contract for HDR Engineering, Inc. for Southern Toll Bridges Asset Management Support (7-0)
• Approved $255,000 contract change order for Conduent State and Local Solutions, Inc. for FasTrak violation backlog processing (7-0)
• Approved $250,000 contract amendment for Silicon Transportation Consultants, Inc. for on-call tolling support (7-0)
• Approved February 14, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)

Programming and Allocations Committee

The Programming and Allocations Committee is meeting to decide on various transit fund allocations and program revisions. The body will consider funding for regional infrastructure, transit operations, and active transportation guidelines.

• Allocation of $49.9 million in RM3 capital funds for projects including the I-80 Express Lanes Toll System and Presidio Yard Modernization
• Programming of $77.6 million in FTA Formula Revenue funding for transit state-of-good-repair
• Allocation of $7.8 million in TDA and STA funds to Union City and Eastern Contra Costa Transit Authority/Tri Delta Transit
• Adoption of the 2025 Regional Active Transportation Program (ATP) Cycle 7 Guidelines
• Reprogramming of $2 million for Safe Streets and Roads for All grant matching funds and $2 million for pavement data software

The Programming and Allocations Committee unanimously approved several funding allocations and policy revisions. Key actions included referring $49.9 million in Regional Measure 3 capital funds and $77.6 million in FTA Formula Revenue funding to the Commission for final approval.

• Approved $49.9M in RM3 capital funds for CCTA, BAIFA, WETA, SFMTA, and SMCTA (7-0)
• Approved referral of $77.6M in FTA Formula Revenue funding for transit state-of-good-repair (7-0)
• Approved $7.8M in TDA and STA funds for Union City and ECCTA/Tri Delta Transit (7-0)
• Approved 2025 Regional Active Transportation Program Cycle 7 Guidelines referral (7-0)
• Approved referral of RM3 Operating Program revisions for express bus operations (7-0)
• Approved reprogramming $2M for Safe Streets and Roads for All grant and $2M for pavement software (7-0)
• Approved revisions to TDA Article 3 Policies and Procedures (7-0)
• Approved FY 2023-24 Cap and Trade Low Carbon Transit Operations Program (7-0)

Administration Committee

The committee is deciding on contract amendments for the Pavement Management Technical Assistance Program and a contract for insurance brokerage services. Members will also review a draft preliminary Capital Budget for the Enterprise Resource Planning Program.

• Pavement Management Technical Assistance Program (P-TAP) Round 25 amendments totaling $2,352,600
• P-TAP contract for Harris & Associates, Inc. ($387,000)
• P-TAP contract for Nichols Consulting Engineers, CHTD ($383,600)
• Contract for Business Insurance Broker, Consultation and Third-Party Insurance Certificate Management Services with USI Insurance Services
• Review of draft preliminary Capital Budget for the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Program

The Committee unanimously approved the Consent Calendar, which included several contract amendments for pavement management and a new business insurance broker contract. The Committee also received an update on the Enterprise Resource Planning Program's draft preliminary Capital Budget.

• Approved February 14, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved Pavement Management Technical Assistance Program Round 25 contract amendments totaling $2,352,600 (7-0)
• Approved contract for USI Insurance Services for business insurance and certificate management (7-0)

Bay Area Housing Finance Authority Oversight Committee

The BAHFA Oversight Committee and ABAG Housing Committee are holding a joint meeting to discuss housing finance and labor standards. The body is deciding on a contract amendment for web design services and receiving updates on regional funding expenditure plans.

• Proposed contract amendment not to exceed $850,000 with Exygy Inc. for Doorway Housing Portal web design services
• Total contract amount for Exygy Inc. not-to-exceed $3.45 million
• Update on labor standards for BAHFA’s 20% regional funding Expenditure Plan
• Approval of ABAG Housing Committee minutes from February 14, 2024
• Approval of BAHFA Oversight Committee minutes from February 14, 2024

The BAHFA Oversight Committee approved its consent calendar, which included a contract amendment for web design services. The committee also received an update on labor standards for the Regional Expenditure Plan.

• Approved BAHFA Oversight Committee Minutes of February 14, 2024 (8-0)
• Approved contract amendment up to $850,000 for Exygy Inc. for Doorway Housing Portal web design services (8-0)

ABAG Housing Committee

The ABAG Housing Committee and BAHFA Oversight Committee are holding a joint meeting to discuss regional housing initiatives. The body is deciding on a contract amendment for web design services and reviewing labor standards for a regional funding plan.

• Proposed third amendment to Exygy Inc. contract for Doorway Housing Portal web design services not to exceed $850,000
• Total contract amount for Exygy Inc. not-to-exceed $3.45 million
• Update on labor standards for BAHFA’s 20% regional funding Expenditure Plan
• Approval of ABAG Housing Committee minutes from February 14, 2024
• Approval of BAHFA Oversight Committee minutes from February 14, 2024

The ABAG Housing Committee approved its consent calendar, including February minutes. The BAHFA Oversight Committee authorized a contract amendment for Doorway Housing Portal web design services. The committee also received an update on labor standards for the BAHFA Regional Expenditure Plan.

• Approved ABAG Housing Committee Consent Calendar (10-0)
• Approved ABAG Housing Committee Minutes of February 14, 2024 (10-0)
• Approved BAHFA Oversight Committee Minutes of February 14, 2024
• Authorized contract amendment up to $850,000 with Exygy Inc. for Doorway Housing Portal web design services

Bay Area Infrastructure Financing Authority Network and Operations Committee

The committee will review the Bay Area Infrastructure Financing Authority (BAIFA) financial statements for the period ending December 31, 2023. Members are also asked to consider resolutions regarding a 10-year financial plan for the Express Lanes Program and a new reserves policy.

• BAIFA Express Lanes 10-Year Financial Plan (FY 2023-24 to FY 2032-33)
• BAIFA Reserves Policy beginning Fiscal Year 2024-25
• BAIFA Statement of Revenues and Expenses for the period ended December 31, 2023

Planning Committee

The MTC Planning Committee and ABAG Administrative Committee are holding a joint meeting. The body will consider a recommended path forward for the Priority Conservation Area (PCA) Framework before it goes to the ABAG Executive Board in May 2024.

• Approval of the Priority Conservation Area Framework Refresh report for public comment
• Federal Performance Target-Setting Update
• Approval of MTC Planning Committee minutes from February 9, 2024
• Approval of ABAG Administrative Committee summary minutes from February 9, 2024

The MTC Planning Committee approved its February 9 meeting minutes. The ABAG Administrative Committee approved the February 9 summary minutes and the Priority Conservation Area (PCA) Framework Refresh report for public comment.

• Approved MTC Planning Committee Minutes of February 9, 2024 (7-0)
• Approved ABAG Administrative Committee Summary Minutes of February 9, 2024
• Approved Priority Conservation Area Framework Refresh and release of report for public comment

Joint MTC ABAG Legislation Committee

The Joint MTC ABAG Legislation Committee is reviewing state and federal legislative updates. The body is discussing the 2024-25 state budget deficit and its impact on housing programs, as well as regional transportation revenue measures.

• Proposed support in concept for Senate Bill 960 regarding transit priority and complete streets
• Update on Senate Bill 925 regional transportation revenue measure
• Discussion of state budget deficit projections and proposed housing cuts to Regional Early Action Program 2.0
• Review of legislative history for bills tracked by ABAG and MTC
• Report on federal legislative and funding developments from Washington, D.C.

The Joint MTC ABAG Legislation Committee adopted a support in concept position for Senate Bill 960 regarding transit priority and complete streets. The committee also approved the minutes from the February 9, 2024 meeting. Other items were presented for information only.

• Adopted support in concept for Senate Bill 960 (10-0)
• Approved February 9, 2024 meeting minutes (11-0)

Regional Network Management Committee

The Regional Network Management Committee is meeting to review a customer advisory group report and approve several contracts and environmental documents. Key decisions involve infrastructure improvements in Napa Valley and a dashboard for traffic incident management.

• Cooperative Agreement for SR-29 intersection improvements at Rutherford Road and Oakville Cross Road ($1,150,000)
• Contract amendment for Traffic Incident Management Dashboard with mySidewalk, Inc. ($350,000)
• Adoption of Mitigated Negative Declaration for Napa Valley Forward: SR-29 intersection improvements
• Review of FY 2023-24 SAFE Statement of Revenues and Expenses through December 31, 2023
• Report from the Regional Network Management Customer Advisory Group

The Regional Network Management Committee unanimously approved a consent calendar including funding and environmental declarations for road improvements in Napa Valley. The committee also approved a contract amendment for a traffic incident management dashboard.

• Approved February 9, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved $350,000 contract amendment for mySidewalk, Inc. Traffic Incident Management Dashboard (6-0)
• Adopted Mitigated Negative Declaration for Napa Valley Forward: SR-29 intersection improvements at Rutherford Road and Oakville Cross Road (6-0)
• Approved $1,150,000 cooperative agreement between Caltrans and Napa Valley Transportation Authority for SR-29 intersection improvements (6-0)

ABAG Administrative Committee

The ABAG Administrative Committee and MTC Planning Committee are holding a joint meeting. The body will consider releasing a report for public comment regarding the Priority Conservation Area (PCA) Framework refresh. The committee will also review federal performance target-setting updates.

• Approval of Priority Conservation Area Framework Refresh report for public comment
• Information on Federal Performance Target-Setting Update
• Approval of MTC Planning Committee minutes from February 9, 2024
• Approval of ABAG Administrative Committee summary minutes from February 9, 2024

The committee approved the recommended path forward for the Priority Conservation Area (PCA) Framework refresh and released the report for public comment. This action precedes a final consideration by the ABAG Executive Board in May 2024.

• Approved Priority Conservation Area Framework Refresh update and report release (7-0)
• Approved ABAG Administrative Committee Summary Minutes of February 9, 2024 (6-0)
• Approved MTC Planning Committee Minutes of February 9, 2024

Regional Measure 3 (RM 3) Independent Oversight Committee

The committee will conduct an orientation and hold elections for a Chair and Vice-Chair. Members will also receive a presentation on the Regional Measure 3 program overview and expenditures to date.

• Election of Committee Chair and Vice-Chair
• Regional Measure 3 Program Overview presentation
• Review of RM3 background and expenditures to date
• Review of first MTC Annual Report to the Legislature

The committee held an orientation and received program overviews regarding Regional Measure 3 expenditures. The committee elected its leadership for the term.

• Elected Brian Shaw as Chair and Pamela Kindig as Vice Chair (7-0)

Bay Area Housing Finance Authority

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. The only action item listed is the approval of the minutes from the January 24, 2024 meeting.

• Approval of the January 24, 2024 meeting minutes

The Authority met on February 28, 2024, and approved the Consent Calendar. The primary action taken was the approval of the minutes from the January 24, 2024, meeting.

• Approved January 24, 2024 meeting minutes (16-0)

Bay Area Toll Authority

This meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. The only scheduled action is the approval of the minutes from the January 24, 2024 meeting.

• Approval of January 24, 2024 meeting minutes

The Bay Area Toll Authority approved the minutes from its January 24, 2024 meeting. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved January 24, 2024 meeting minutes (16-0)

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee is meeting to approve minutes from a previous session and conduct a closed session. The closed session will focus on the Executive Director's performance and the compensation range for non-represented employees.

• Approval of Executive Committee Minutes from February 10, 2023
• Closed session regarding Executive Director's performance
• Closed session regarding compensation range of non-represented employees

The Executive Committee unanimously approved the Consent Calendar, which included the minutes from the February 10, 2023 meeting. A closed session was held regarding the Executive Director's performance and employee compensation, but no reportable action was taken.

• Approved Consent Calendar (8-0)
• Approved Executive Committee Minutes of the February 10, 2023 Meeting (8-0)

Metropolitan Transportation Commission

The Metropolitan Transportation Commission is meeting to approve several funding allocations for regional transit operations and capital projects. This includes a proposed $1 billion fund estimate for the 2024-25 fiscal year and various smaller grants for specific city and county projects.

• Proposed distribution of approximately $1 billion in TDA, STA, SGR, AB 1107, and other transit funds for FY 2024-25
• Allocation of $212 million in FY2023-24 funds to the City of Fairfield, SFMTA, and MTC
• Allocation of $7.6 million in Regional Measure 3 capital funds to SFMTA and Bay Area Toll Authority
• Programming of $1 million in OBAG 3 Regional funds for Adaptive Ramp Metering on State Route 237 in Santa Clara County
• Adoption of the FY 2023-24 Productivity Improvement Program including Senate Bill 125 emergency transit funding measures

The Commission approved the FY 2024-25 fund estimate and the FY 2023-24 Productivity Improvement Program. It also approved several funding allocations for transit operations and capital projects totaling over $219 million.

• Approved FY 2024-25 MTC Fund Estimate for approximately $1 billion in various transit funds (15-0)
• Approved FY 2023-24 Productivity Improvement Program (15-0)
• Approved $212 million allocation for transit operations and capital projects for City of Fairfield, SFMTA, and MTC (15-0)
• Approved $7.6 million in Regional Measure 3 capital funds for SFMTA and Bay Area Toll Authority (15-0)
• Approved $1 million in OBAG 3 Regional funds for Adaptive Ramp Metering on State Route 237 (15-0)
• Approved 2023 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) Amendment 2023-27 (15-0)
• Approved new member appointment for Regional Network Management Customer Advisory Group Charter (15-0)
• Approved January 24, 2024 meeting minutes (15-0)

Clipper Executive Board

The Clipper Executive Board is meeting to elect its Chair and Vice Chair and approve a revision to the Regional Transit Connection (RTC) Clipper Access Replacement Policy. The board will also receive updates on the Next Generation Clipper System (C2) and current system performance.

• Election of Clipper Executive Board Chair and Vice Chair
• Approval of Regional Transit Connection (RTC) Clipper Access Replacement Policy Revision
• Implementation and deployment update for Next Generation Clipper System (C2)
• Current Clipper operations and performance update

The Board elected Robert Powers as Chair and April Chan as Vice Chair. It also approved a revision to the Regional Transit Connection (RTC) Clipper Access Replacement Policy. Other items included updates on the Next Generation Clipper System (C2) and current operations.

• Approved January 22, 2024 meeting minutes (9-0)
• Elected Robert Powers as Chair and April Chan as Vice Chair (9-0)
• Approved Regional Transit Connection (RTC) Clipper Access Replacement Policy Revision (9-0)

Regional Network Management Customer Advisory Group

The Regional Network Management Customer Advisory Group is meeting to approve its 2024 annual work plan. The group will also receive updates on the Clipper START Pilot Program and fare integration efforts.

• Approval of the proposed 2024 work plan for the Regional Network Management Customer Advisory Group
• Update on the Clipper START Pilot Program
• Progress update on the Clipper BayPass pilot
• Update on the Reduce/No-Cost Transfer Policy

The Regional Network Management Customer Advisory Group approved its 2024 work plan and the minutes from the January 26, 2024 meeting. The group also received information updates regarding the Clipper START Pilot Program and fare integration progress.

• Approved January 26, 2024 meeting minutes (12-0-1)
• Approved 2024 Annual Work Plan for the Regional Network Management Customer Advisory Group (13-0)

Policy Advisory Council

The Policy Advisory Council is meeting to act on the council's annual work plan and approve January meeting minutes. The body will also receive updates on regional transportation measures and youth programs.

• Action on the Council's annual work plan
• Verbal update on Senate Bill (SB) 925 regional transportation measure
• Overview of MTC/ABAG Youth Programs and 2024 plans
• Approval of January 26, 2024 meeting minutes

The Council unanimously approved the minutes from the January 26, 2024 meeting. A vote on the Annual Work Plan was tabled for a future meeting. Several information items were not presented due to teleconference technical failures.

• Approved January 26, 2024 Meeting Minutes (18-0)
• Tabled vote for Annual Work Plan

ABAG POWER Executive Committee

The ABAG POWER Executive Committee is meeting to review energy program updates and natural gas operations. The body will consider authorizing a contract for natural gas storage services.

• Authorization to contract with Lodi Gas Storage LLC for services not to exceed $2,332,800 through March 31, 2027
• Presentation and draft letter regarding Utility Tax
• Report on Natural Gas and Renewable Natural Gas Programs
• Update on the Bay Area Regional Energy Network

Bay Area Housing Finance Authority Oversight Committee

The BAHFA Oversight Committee and ABAG Housing Committee are meeting jointly to discuss housing finance strategies. The body is considering the approval of a business plan, a regional expenditure plan, and a potential general obligation bond measure.

• Proposed ballot measure for a general obligation bond for affordable housing not to exceed $20 billion
• Approval of the Bay Area Housing Finance Authority’s Business Plan
• Adoption of the BAHFA Regional Expenditure Plan
• Election of ABAG Housing Committee Chair and Vice Chair
• Approval of November 8, 2023 meeting minutes for both committees

ABAG Housing Committee

The ABAG Housing Committee and BAHFA Oversight Committee are holding a joint meeting to discuss housing finance and planning. The body is deciding on the referral of a massive general obligation bond and the adoption of a business and expenditure plan.

• Proposed ballot measure for a general obligation bond for affordable housing not to exceed $20 billion
• Approval of the Bay Area Housing Finance Authority’s (BAHFA) Business Plan
• Adoption of BAHFA’s Regional Expenditure Plan
• Election of ABAG Housing Committee Chair and Vice Chair

The committee elected a new Chair and Vice Chair and approved the consent calendar. Members referred the Bay Area Housing Finance Authority (BAHFA) Business Plan and Regional Expenditure Plan to the Executive Board. Staff were directed to report on labor standards for the regional funding plan at the next meeting.

• Elected Carlos Romero as Chair and Neysa Fligor as Vice Chair (9-0)
• Approved ABAG Housing Committee Consent Calendar and November 8, 2023 minutes (9-0)
• Referred adoption of BAHFA Business Plan to the Executive Board (9-0)
• Referred adoption of BAHFA Regional Expenditure Plan to the Executive Board (9-0)
• Directed staff to report on labor standards for BAHFA's 20% regional funding plan

Programming and Allocations Committee

The Programming and Allocations Committee is meeting to approve various transit fund allocations and program updates. The body is discussing the distribution of approximately $1 billion in transportation funds for the upcoming fiscal year.

• Proposed distribution of approximately $1 billion in TDA, STA, SGR, AB 1107, and LCTOP funds for FY 2024-25
• Allocation of $212 million to the City of Fairfield, SFMTA, and MTC for transit operations and capital projects
• Allocation of $7.6 million in Regional Measure 3 capital funds to SFMTA and Bay Area Toll Authority
• Programming of $1 million in OBAG 3 Regional funds for Adaptive Ramp Metering on State Route 237
• Adoption of the FY 2023-24 Productivity Improvement Program including SB 125 emergency transit funding measures

The committee approved several funding allocations for regional transit operations and capital projects. It referred a $1 billion fund estimate for FY 2024-25 and the FY 2023-24 Productivity Improvement Program to the full Commission for final approval.

• Approved allocation of $212 million for transit operations and capital projects (6-0)
• Approved $1 million for Adaptive Ramp Metering on State Route 237 and $16.5 million in fund source changes (6-0)
• Approved allocation of $7.6 million in Regional Measure 3 capital funds (6-0)
• Approved 2023 Transportation Improvement Program Amendment 2023-27 (6-0)
• Referred FY 2024-25 MTC Fund Estimate of approximately $1 billion to the Commission (5-1)
• Referred FY 2023-24 Productivity Improvement Program to the Commission (6-0)
• Approved January 10, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)

Administration Committee

The Administration Committee is meeting to approve contract amendments for survey and engagement services. The body will also review unaudited investment and expense reports for the period ending December 2023.

• Contract Amendment - 2021 Travel Diary Survey: Resource Systems Group ($300,000)
• Contract Amendment - Public Engagement Support: Kearns & West, Inc. ($200,000)
• MTC Investment Report for December 2023 (Unaudited)
• FY 2023-24 MTC Statement of Revenues and Expenses for the period ended December 31, 2023 (Unaudited)

The Administration Committee unanimously approved the consent calendar, which included two contract amendments. The committee also received informational reports on investments and revenues.

• Approved January 10, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved $300,000 contract amendment for 2021 Travel Diary Survey with Resource Systems Group (5-0)
• Approved $200,000 contract amendment for Public Engagement Support with Kearns & West, Inc. (5-0)

Bay Area Toll Authority Oversight Committee

The Bay Area Toll Authority Oversight Committee is meeting to approve previous minutes and a contract amendment for collection services. The committee will also receive an information report on toll revenues and expenses through December 31, 2023.

• Contract amendment for collection services with Law Enforcement Systems, LLC
• FY 2023-24 BATA Statement of Revenues and Expenses for the period ended December 31, 2023
• Approval of January 10, 2024, meeting minutes

The Committee unanimously approved the consent calendar, which included a contract amendment for Law Enforcement Systems, LLC. The body also approved the minutes from the January 10, 2024, meeting. A statement of revenues and expenses for the period ended December 31, 2023, was presented for information.

• Approved January 10, 2024, meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved contract amendment for collection services with Law Enforcement Systems, LLC (6-0)

ABAG Administrative Committee

The ABAG Administrative Committee approved its consent calendar, which included the summary minutes from the January 12, 2024 meeting. The committee also received an informational report on the Transit 2050+ long-range plan.

• Approved ABAG Administrative Committee Summary Minutes of the January 12, 2024 Meeting (5-0)
• Approved MTC Planning Committee Minutes of the January 12, 2024 Meeting

Regional Network Management Committee

The Regional Network Management Committee is meeting to approve administrative items and receive a project update. The body will discuss the development of prototype signage for the Regional Mapping and Wayfinding Project.

• MTC Resolution No. 4610: Regional Network Management Customer Advisory Group Charter new member appointment
• Regional Mapping and Wayfinding Project update on prototype signage
• Approval of January 12, 2024 meeting minutes

The Regional Network Management Committee unanimously approved the consent calendar. This included the appointment of a new member to the Regional Network Management Customer Advisory Group and the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Approved January 12, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved MTC Resolution No. 4610 for Regional Network Management Customer Advisory Group new member appointment (5-0)

Joint MTC ABAG Legislation Committee

The committee is meeting to review the 2024 state legislative landscape and receive a report on funding and political developments from Washington, D.C. The session also includes an update on MTC/ABAG youth programs for 2024.

• Approval of January 12, 2024 meeting minutes
• Review of the 2024 State Legislative Session Update and Advocacy Program
• Washington, D.C. Legislative Update on funding and political developments
• Overview of MTC/ABAG Youth Programs and Plans for 2024
• Review of legislative history for bills tracked by ABAG and MTC

The committee approved the minutes from the January 12, 2024 meeting. The remainder of the session consisted of informational updates regarding state and federal legislation and youth programs.

• Approved January 12, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)

Planning Committee

The MTC Planning Committee and ABAG Administrative Committee are holding a joint meeting. The body will receive an information update on the Transit 2050+ long-range plan regarding existing conditions and regional transit gaps.

• Information update on Transit 2050+: Existing Conditions & Preliminary Needs and Gaps Assessment
• Approval of MTC Planning Committee minutes from January 12, 2024
• Approval of ABAG Administrative Committee summary minutes from January 12, 2024

The MTC Planning Committee unanimously approved its consent calendar, which included the minutes from the January 12, 2024 meeting. The committee also received an information update on the Transit 2050+ long-range plan regarding existing conditions and needs assessments.

• Approved MTC Planning Committee Minutes of the January 12, 2024 Meeting (5-0)

Bay Area Infrastructure Financing Authority Network and Operations Committee

The Bay Area Infrastructure Financing Authority Network and Operations Committee is meeting to discuss the approval of a professional services contract. The body will also review minutes from its January 12, 2024, meeting.

• Contract for Express Lanes Program Advisor with Gray-Bowen-Scott for $8,487,000 plus a $1,500,000 contingency

The Committee approved a contract for William R. Gray and Company (Gray-Bowen-Scott) to provide express lanes program advisor services. The agreement covers planning, policy, implementation, and operation of the BAIFA Express Lanes Network.

• Approved minutes of the January 12, 2024 meeting (4-0)
• Approved contract for Express Lanes Program Advisor (Gray-Bowen-Scott) for $8,487,000 plus a $1,500,000 contingency (4-0)

Policy Advisory Council

The Policy Advisory Council will hold elections for its 2024-2025 leadership. The body will also receive an update on the Transit 2050+ long-range plan regarding regional transit needs and gaps.

• Election of 2024-2025 Policy Advisory Council Chair and Vice Chair
• Transit 2050+: Existing Conditions & Preliminary Needs and Gaps Assessment update
• Approval of December 15, 2023 meeting minutes

The Policy Advisory Council held elections for its 2024-2025 leadership positions. The Council also approved the minutes from the December 15, 2023 meeting. Several agenda items were not presented due to remote teleconference technical issues.

• Appointed Pamela Campos as Chair (19-5)
• Appointed Michael Baldini as Vice Chair (14-11)
• Approved December 15, 2023 Meeting Minutes (23-0)

Regional Network Management Customer Advisory Group

The Regional Network Management Customer Advisory Group elected its leadership and approved previous meeting minutes. The group also received status updates on regional mapping and transit transformation projects.

• Approved October 27, 2023 meeting minutes (13-0)
• Elected Adina Levin as Chair (11-2)
• Elected Warren Cushman as Vice-Chair (13-0)

Bay Area Housing Finance Authority Advisory Committee

The BAHFA Advisory Committee is meeting to recommend the adoption of a business plan and a regional expenditure plan. The committee will also consider a resolution for a general obligation bond ballot measure for affordable housing to be presented to voters in November 2024.

• Proposed general obligation bond ballot measure for affordable housing not to exceed $20 billion
• Recommendation for adoption of the BAHFA Business Plan
• Recommendation to adopt the BAHFA Regional Expenditure Plan
• Approval of October 26, 2023 meeting minutes

The BAHFA Advisory Committee recommended a general obligation bond ballot measure for affordable housing not to exceed $20 billion. The committee also recommended the adoption of the authority's Business Plan and Regional Expenditure Plan.

• Adopted Resolution No. 1-2024 recommending a general obligation bond for affordable housing up to $20 billion for the November 2024 election (8-0)
• Recommended adoption of the Bay Area Housing Finance Authority’s Business Plan (8-0)
• Recommended adoption of the BAHFA Regional Expenditure Plan (8-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar, including October 26, 2023 minutes (7-0-1)

Bay Area Toll Authority

The Bay Area Toll Authority is meeting to approve the 2024 Plan of Finance and a new Toll Bridge Asset Management Policy. The body will also consider an allocation request for bridge access improvements.

• BATA Resolution No. 174: Authorizing the 2024 Plan of Finance
• BATA Resolution No. 175: Adopting the BATA Toll Bridge Asset Management Policy and Objectives
• BATA Resolution No. 176: Regional Measure 3 (RM3) Richmond-San Rafael Bridge Access Improvements allocation request

The Bay Area Toll Authority approved the 2024 Plan of Finance and a new Toll Bridge Asset Management Policy. The Authority also approved an allocation request for Richmond-San Rafael Bridge access improvements.

• Approved December 20, 2023 meeting minutes (14-0)
• Approved RM3 Richmond-San Rafael Bridge Access Improvements allocation request (14-0)
• Adopted BATA Resolution No. 175: Toll Bridge Asset Management Policy and Objectives (15-0)
• Adopted BATA Resolution No. 174: 2024 Plan of Finance (15-0)

Bay Area Housing Finance Authority

The Bay Area Housing Finance Authority is meeting to approve minutes from October 2023 and a contract amendment for market research. The meeting also includes a handout regarding the 2024 Regional Housing Bond approval timeline.

• Contract Amendment for BAHFA Market Research Support with EMC Research, Inc. for $216,000
• Approval of October 25, 2023 meeting minutes

The Bay Area Housing Finance Authority approved a contract amendment for market research support and the minutes from the October 25, 2023 meeting. Both items were passed unanimously via the Consent Calendar.

• Approved contract amendment for BAHFA Market Research Support with EMC Research, Inc. for $216,000 (15-0)
• Approved minutes of the October 25, 2023 meeting (15-0)

Metropolitan Transportation Commission

The Metropolitan Transportation Commission is meeting to approve funding allocations, project amendments, and grant awards. The body is also discussing proposed legislation that would allow MTC to place a regional transportation revenue measure on a future ballot.

• Proposed legislation to enable a future regional transportation revenue measure on the ballot
• Allocation of $34.5 million in Regional Measure 3 capital funds to SFMTA and CCTA
• Approval of $10 million in grants for electric vehicle charging at transit stations
• Reassignment of $16.7 million in RM3 funds from Solano County I-80/I-680/SR-12 to Solano I-80 Express Lanes
• Reauthorization of MTC Investment Policy

The Commission approved sponsoring legislation to enable a future regional transportation revenue measure on the ballot. Other actions included allocating millions in Regional Measure 3 funds and approving electric vehicle charging grants.

• Approved sponsoring Regional Transportation Revenue Measure Enabling Legislation (16-0)
• Approved $10 million in grants for electric vehicle charging at transit stations (Unanimous)
• Allocated $34.5 million in Regional Measure 3 funds to SFMTA and CCTA (Unanimous)
• Approved reassigning $16.7 million in RM3 funds and modifying project scopes (Unanimous)
• Approved Final 2024 MTC/ABAG Joint Advocacy Program (15-0)
• Approved FY2023-24 TDA, STA, and RM3 allocations to FAST, TJPA, and MTC (Unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Transportation Improvement Program Amendment 2023-25 (Unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 4628 of Appreciation for Leah Zippert (16-0)

Regional Network Management Council

The Regional Network Management Council is meeting to approve previous minutes and receive information updates. Discussions include regional mapping, long-range transit planning, and a study trip report.

• Approval of December 18, 2023 meeting minutes
• Update on prototype signage for the Regional Mapping & Wayfinding Project (RWMP)
• Preliminary findings on needs, gaps, and opportunities for the Transit 2050+ long-range plan
• Report on a Switzerland transit study trip taken by Bay Area transit leaders

Fare Integration Task Force

The Fare Integration Task Force is meeting to review and approve previous meeting minutes. The body will also receive information updates regarding Clipper and BayPass.

• Approval of October 23, 2023 meeting minutes
• Information presentation on Fare Integration updates regarding Clipper and BayPass

The Task Force unanimously approved the minutes from the October 23, 2023 meeting. The session included informational updates on fare integration and Clipper BayPass.

• Approved October 23, 2023 meeting minutes (12-0)

Clipper Executive Board

The Clipper Executive Board will meet to approve a contract amendment for the Next Generation Clipper System Advisor. The board will also receive updates on the implementation, deployment, and performance of the Clipper system.

• Contract amendment for Arcadis, A California Partnership ($550,000) for Next Generation Clipper System Advisor
• Update on Next Generation Clipper System (C2) implementation and deployment
• Update on current Clipper operations and performance

The Clipper Executive Board unanimously approved a contract amendment for Arcadis to serve as the Next Generation Clipper System Advisor. The board also approved the minutes from the November 27, 2023 meeting.

• Approved $550,000 Clipper Contract Amendment for Arcadis (9-0)
• Approved November 27, 2023 meeting minutes (9-0)

Bay Area Regional Collaborative

The Governing Board is meeting to receive executive director updates from several regional agencies and review the 2023 Annual Report. The session includes a presentation on nature-based shoreline infrastructure from the San Francisco Estuary Partnership.

• Approval of December 8, 2023 meeting minutes
• Review of the BARC 2023 Annual Report
• Briefing on nature-based shoreline strategies by the San Francisco Estuary Partnership
• Executive updates from Caltrans District 4, BAAQMD, BCDC, ABAG, MTC, and the SF Bay Regional Water Quality Control Board

ABAG Executive Board

The ABAG Executive Board is meeting to approve legislative priorities and administrative reports. The board will consider a joint advocacy program with the MTC and a resolution of appreciation for a retiring staff member.

• Approval of the Final 2024 MTC/ABAG Joint Advocacy Program for state and federal legislative priorities
• Adoption of ABAG Resolution No. 1-2024 expressing appreciation for Leah Zippert
• Report on advancing nature-based shoreline solutions from the San Francisco Estuary Partnership
• Approval of Executive Board minutes from November 16, 2023
• Report on the BAHFA Bond Approval Timeline 2024

Regional Network Management Committee

The Regional Network Management Committee is meeting to approve minutes from December 2023 and consider two contracts related to the Clipper system. These items are listed on the consent calendar for committee approval.

• Contract amendment for Next Generation Clipper System Advisor with Arcadis ($550,000)
• Contract for Title VI Analysis Support of Clipper Baypass, No-Cost, and Reduced-Cost Transfers, and Clipper START with Steer Davies & Gleave Inc ($400,000)

The Regional Network Management Committee unanimously approved the consent calendar. This included a contract amendment for a Clipper system advisor and a new contract for Title VI fare analysis support.

• Approved December 8, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved $550,000 contract amendment for Arcadis as Next Generation Clipper System Advisor (5-0)
• Approved $400,000 contract for Steer Davies & Gleave Inc for Title VI Analysis Support of Clipper policies and regional fare initiatives (5-0)

Joint MTC ABAG Legislation Committee

The Joint MTC ABAG Legislation Committee is meeting to discuss state and federal legislative priorities. The body will consider approvals for a regional transportation revenue measure and the 2024 Joint Advocacy Program.

• Proposed legislation to enable MTC to place a regional transportation revenue measure on the ballot
• Final 2024 MTC/ABAG Joint Advocacy Program outlining state and federal legislative priorities
• Overview of Governor Newsom’s Fiscal Year 2024-25 State Budget Proposal and transit investments
• Washington, D.C. legislative, funding, and political update report

The Joint MTC ABAG Legislation Committee approved proposed legislation to enable a future regional transportation revenue measure on the ballot. The committee also adopted the Final 2024 MTC/ABAG Joint Advocacy Program and approved previous meeting minutes.

• Approved legislation to enable a future regional transportation revenue measure (11-0)
• Adopted the Final 2024 MTC/ABAG Joint Advocacy Program (11-0)
• Approved Joint MTC ABAG Legislation Committee minutes from December 8, 2023 (11-0)

Joint MTC Planning Committee with the ABAG Administrative Committee

The Joint MTC Planning Committee and ABAG Administrative Committee are meeting to review grant awards for electric vehicle infrastructure. The body will also receive an update on the Plan Bay Area 2050+ Draft Blueprint strategies and growth geographies.

• Approval of $10,000,000 in 2023 Transit Station Public Charging Grant Award Recommendations
• Update on Plan Bay Area 2050+ Draft Blueprint strategies and growth geographies

The MTC Planning Committee approved $10 million in grants for electric vehicle charging infrastructure at Bay Area transit stations. The committee also approved the Plan Bay Area 2050+ Draft Blueprint Strategies & Geographies.

• Approved $10 million in 2023 Transit Station Public Charging Grant Award Recommendations (6-0)
• Approved Plan Bay Area 2050+: Draft Blueprint Strategies & Geographies (6-0)
• Approved MTC Planning Committee Minutes of the December 8, 2023 Meeting (6-0)
• Approved ABAG Administrative Committee Summary Minutes of the December 8, 2023 Meeting

Bay Area Infrastructure Financing Authority Network and Operations Committee

The Bay Area Infrastructure Financing Authority Network and Operations Committee is meeting to approve previous meeting minutes and receive an information report on Express Lanes for the third quarter of 2023.

• Approval of December 8, 2023 meeting minutes
• MTC Express Lanes Quarterly Report for July - September 2023

The Committee unanimously approved the Consent Calendar, which included the minutes from the December 8, 2023 meeting. A quarterly report on MTC Express Lanes for July through September 2023 was presented for information.

• Approved December 8, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

ABAG Administrative Committee

The ABAG Administrative Committee and MTC Planning Committee are holding a joint meeting. The body is deciding on grant awards for electric vehicle infrastructure and reviewing strategies for the Plan Bay Area 2050+ regional plan.

• Approval of $10,000,000 in 2023 Transit Station Public Charging Grant Award Recommendations
• Update on Plan Bay Area 2050+ Draft Blueprint Strategies & Geographies

The committee approved the Plan Bay Area 2050+ Draft Blueprint Strategies and Geographies. The MTC Planning Committee also took action on $10 million in transit station public charging grants.

• Approved Plan Bay Area 2050+: Draft Blueprint Strategies and Geographies (5-0)
• Approved ABAG Administrative Committee Consent Calendar, including December 8, 2023 minutes (4-0)
• MTC Planning Committee took action on $10 million in 2023 Transit Station Public Charging Grant Award Recommendations

Programming and Allocations Committee

The Programming and Allocations Committee is deciding on several funding allocations and project amendments. The body is reviewing the distribution of Regional Measure 3 funds and updating the 2023 Transportation Improvement Program. Staff will also provide a status update on the Clipper START Pilot Program.

• Allocation of $34.5 million in RM3 capital funds to SFMTA and CCTA
• Proposed reassignment of $16.7 million from Solano County I-80/I-680/SR-12 Interchange to Solano I-80 Express Lanes
• Amendment to the 2023 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) 2023-25
• Scope modifications for SMART project and Highway 101-Marin/Sonoma Narrows
• TDA, STA, and RM3 allocations to City of Fairfield (FAST), TJPA, and MTC

The Programming and Allocations Committee approved the allocation of $34.5 million in Regional Measure 3 capital funds to SFMTA and CCTA. The committee also referred a resolution to the Commission to reassign $16.7 million in RM3 funds and modify several regional project scopes.

• Approved allocation of $34.5 million in RM3 capital funds to SFMTA and CCTA (6-0)
• Approved 2023 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) Amendment 2023-25 (6-0)
• Approved FY2023-24 TDA, STA, and RM3 allocations to FAST, TJPA, and MTC (6-0)
• Approved referral of MTC Resolution No. 4621 to the Commission to reassign $16.7 million in RM3 funds and modify project scopes (6-0)
• Approved Programming and Allocations Committee minutes from December 13, 2023 (6-0)

Bay Area Toll Authority Oversight Committee

The committee is deciding on several contract amendments and the 2024 Plan of Finance. Members will also discuss the Toll Bridge Asset Management Policy and the Bay Area Toll Payment Plan.

• 2024 Plan of Finance (BATA Resolution No. 174)
• PG&E electrical services for Open Road Tolling Project ($750,000)
• Conduent State and Local Solutions FasTrak customer service updates ($650,000)
• BayPac Consult Inc. West Oakland Link project management ($450,000)
• HDR Engineering, Inc. Benicia-Martinez and Carquinez Toll Bridges support ($400,000)

The Committee unanimously approved a series of contract amendments and new service agreements for toll bridge management and infrastructure. It also referred the 2024 Plan of Finance and the Toll Bridge Asset Management Policy to the Authority for final approval.

• Approved PG&E electrical services for Open Road Tolling Project ($750,000)
• Approved BayPac Consult Inc. for West Oakland Link project management ($450,000)
• Approved HNTB Corporation asset management support amendment ($200,000)
• Approved HDR Engineering, Inc. asset management support amendment ($400,000)
• Approved Conduent State and Local Solutions, Inc. FasTrak customer service updates ($650,000)
• Referred BATA Resolution No. 175 (Toll Bridge Asset Management Policy) to Authority (5-0)
• Referred BATA Resolution No. 174 (2024 Plan of Finance) to Authority (5-0)
• Approved RM3 Richmond-San Rafael Bridge Access Improvements allocation request

Administration Committee

The Administration Committee is meeting to approve several consultant contracts for parking management and regional mobility hub planning. The body will also consider a revised investment policy and a contract for accessory dwelling unit consulting.

• Parking Management Planning grants: CHS Consulting Group ($565,000), AECOM ($475,000), Sam Schwartz Company ($307,000), and Fehr & Peers ($301,015)
• Regional Mobility Hub Planning grants: Marin County ($400,000), Antioch Park n Ride ($400,000), and Southeastern SF ($396,000)
• Accessory Dwelling Unit Consulting contract with Baird + Driskell ($250,000)
• Data License Extension contract amendment with TomTom North America, Inc. ($63,895.10/year)
• MTC Resolution No. 4563 regarding the reauthorization of the MTC Investment Policy

The Committee unanimously approved a consent calendar including several consultant contracts for parking management and regional mobility hub planning. Other approved actions included a contract for accessory dwelling unit consulting and a data license extension.

• Approved Dec 13, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved parking management contracts for Sam Schwartz Company ($307,000), Fehr & Peers ($301,015), AECOM ($475,000), and CHS Consulting Group ($565,000) (6-0)
• Approved mobility hub planning contracts for SERA Architects, Inc. ($396,000), Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. ($400,000), and Fehr & Peers ($400,000) (6-0)
• Approved MTC Resolution No. 4563 reauthorizing MTC Investment Policy (6-0)
• Approved accessory dwelling unit consulting contract with Baird + Driskell ($250,000) (6-0)
• Approved TomTom North America, Inc. data license extension ($63,895.10/year) (6-0)