Orange County Transportation Authority public meetings in 2025

Legislative Committee

The Legislative and Communications Committee meeting scheduled for December 18, 2025, has been cancelled. No items were decided or discussed.

Transit Committee

The Orange County Transportation Authority Transit Committee will meet to approve minutes from the November 2025 meeting and vote on three contract change orders totaling $670,000 for the OC Streetcar Project. The committee will also consider extending a compressed natural gas fueling facility contract and preview a February 2026 bus service change with a required Title VI equity analysis.

• Approve minutes of November 13, 2025 Transit Committee meeting
• Authorize $400,000 contract change order for OC Streetcar traction power substation storage
• Authorize $150,000 contract change order for OC Streetcar additional traffic control
• Authorize $120,000 contract change order for OC Streetcar maintenance facility finishes
• Exercise two-year option ($354,600) to extend compressed natural gas fueling facility contract at Irvine Sand Canyon Base

Board

The Board will consider emergency actions to stabilize railroad tracks facing coastal erosion and hillside movement. Members will also review Metrolink performance and approve funding for several highway improvement projects.

• Emergency stabilization of railroad tracks at Mile Post 203.83 to 204.40 and 206.00 to 206.70
• Authorization of up to $28.877 million in Measure M2 funds for I-5 Yale Avenue to SR 55 (Segment 2)
• Authorization of up to $14.479 million in Measure M2 funds for SR 57 Orangewood Avenue to Katella Avenue
• Acceptance of $431,327 FEMA grant from the Department of Homeland Security Transit Security Grant Program
• Approval of the 2026 Board of Directors and committee meeting calendars

Finance and Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee will discuss operational and financial updates for the 405 and 91 Express Lanes. The body will also review internal audit reports regarding taxi services and the State Route 55 Improvement Project.

• Internal Audit Report No. 26-503 on Same-Day Taxi Service
• Internal Audit Report No. 26-504 on State Route 55 Improvement Project design and construction management
• Operational and financial updates for 91 Express Lanes and 405 Express Lanes for period ending September 30, 2025
• Investment and Debt Programs Report for October 2025
• First Quarter Fiscal Year 2025-26 Procurement Status Report

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee will review a security services agreement for the OC Streetcar and a strategic delivery plan for Measure M 2 projects. The body will also consider the 2026 Board of Directors meeting calendar.

• Agreement with Universal Protection Service LP (Allied Universal Security Services) for $2,557,661 for OC Streetcar security
• Adoption of the 2025 Measure M2 Next 10 Delivery Plan
• Proposed 2026 Board of Directors Meetings Calendar
• Measure M 2 Quarterly Progress Report (July 2025 through September 2025)
• Update on the Measure M2 Ten-Year Review and draft Action Plan

Regional Transportation Planning Committee

The Regional Transportation Planning Committee will decide on funding commitments for several highway projects using Measure M2 sales-tax dollars, including Interstate 5 and State Route 57 upgrades. It will also review updates on competitive grants, environmental mitigation, and south Orange County transportation projects.

• Approve $28.877M for Interstate 5 Yale Avenue to State Route 55 (Segment 2) construction
• Approve $14.479M for State Route 57 Orangewood Avenue to Katella Avenue construction
• Approve $9.998M in future state funds for Interstate 5 project integration
• Approve 2026 Technical Steering Committee membership recommendations
• Approve adjustments to Measure M2 grant-funded projects and grant terms

Board

The Board will hold a public hearing on the 2025 Congestion Management Program Report and discuss emergency track stabilization on the Orange Subdivision. Members are also deciding on property acquisitions for the SR 91 Improvement Project and several service contracts.

• Resolution of Necessity for eminent domain for the SR 91 Improvement Project between SR 57 and SR 55
• Emergency railroad track stabilization at Mile Post 203.80 to 204.40 and 206.00 to 206.70
• Contract with Inter-Con Security Systems, Inc. for $1,111,370
• Early payment of approximately $38.1 million to Orange County Employees Retirement System
• Agreement with Conduent Transport Solutions, Inc. for $2,876,847 for OC ACCESS radio equipment

Legislative Committee

The Legislative and Communications Committee will consider adopting updated state and federal legislative platforms for 2025-26. The body will also review performance evaluations for legislative advocacy firms and receive a report on 2025 state legislation.

• Adoption of revised 2025-26 State and Federal Legislative Platforms
• Performance evaluation of state legislative advocate Topp Strategies
• Performance evaluation of federal legislative advocate Potomac Partners, DC
• Status report on 2025 state legislation (794 bills signed, 123 vetoed)
• Marketing and communications update for multimodal transportation services

Transit Committee

The Committee will consider several contract change orders for the OC Streetcar project and a performance report on 'Metrolink Reimagined.' Members will also vote on construction management and equipment contracts for regional transit projects.

• OC Streetcar Project change orders for Walsh Construction Company II, LLC totaling $3,303,812
• Contract with Conduent Transport Solutions, Inc. for $2,876,847 to replace OC ACCESS fleet radio equipment
• Agreement with Fulcrum Consultants, Inc. for $624,802 for Inland Slope Rehabilitation Phase II construction management
• Reallocation of $2,760,000 and new funding of $1,194,039 for the San Juan Creek Bridge Replacement Project
• Acceptance of a $431,327 Transit Security Grant from the Department of Homeland Security

Finance and Administration Committee

The Orange County Transportation Authority Finance and Administration Committee will meet to receive routine reports and take one binding vote. The main decision is whether to authorize an early $38.1 million payment to the Orange County Employees Retirement System, which could save about $1.14 million in interest. The committee will also file audited financial statements for 2024-25 and receive an investment report for September 2025.

• Authorize early payment of $38.1 million to OCERS by January 15, 2026, saving ~$1.14 million
• Receive and file FY 2024-25 audited financial statements and auditor’s internal control report
• Review September 2025 investment and debt program report

Board

The Orange County Transportation Authority Board of Directors meeting scheduled for November 10, 2025, has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for November 24, 2025, at the same location.

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee will consider a policy and framework for spending excess toll revenue from the 405 Express Lanes, which may be available starting in 2029. The body will also review capital project performance metrics and security service contracts.

• Policy and framework for the use of 405 Express Lanes excess toll revenue
• Amendment to Agreement No. C-2-2886 with Inter-Con Security Systems, Inc. for $1,111,370
• Resolution 2025-074 designating agents for federal and state disaster assistance
• First Quarter Fiscal Year 2025-26 Capital Action Plan and Performance Metrics report

Regional Transportation Planning Committee

The Regional Transportation Planning Committee will discuss regional planning updates regarding vehicle emission waivers and greenhouse-gas emissions. The body is deciding on several construction and management contracts for regional infrastructure projects.

• Amendment No. 15 to Mott MacDonald Group, Inc. for $38,774,000 for Capital Programs Division services
• Construction agreement with Prestige Prime Engineering for $344,800 for the Trabuco Rose Gully Repair Project
• Selection of Jacobs Project Management Co. for construction management support on State Route 91 between La Palma Avenue and State Route 55
• Project update on Interstate 5 Improvement Project from the San Diego County Line to Avenida Pico

State Route 91 Advisory Committee

The State Route 91 Advisory Committee will receive and file joint status reports for the 91 Express Lanes covering April through August 2025, discuss toll policy changes discontinuing zero-emission vehicle discounts, and hear operational updates on the 241/91 Express Connector project. No formal decisions are scheduled.

• Joint 91 Express Lanes status reports (April–August 2025) for review
• Toll policy update discontinuing zero-emission vehicle discount on 91 Express Lanes
• Operational update on the 91 Express Lanes
• 241/91 Express Connector project status update

Board

The Orange County Transportation Authority board will meet to decide on emergency railroad track stabilization near Mile Posts 203.83–204.40 and 206.00–206.70 on the Orange Subdivision, plus adopt resolutions authorizing $7.54 million in SB 1 State of Good Repair claims and $43.5 million in State Transit Assistance Fund claims. The board will also receive routine updates on investments, audits, budgets, and staffing contracts.

• Authorize $7.542 million in SB 1 State of Good Repair claims for capital projects
• Adopt Resolution No. 2025-078 to authorize $43,487,476 in State Transit Assistance Fund claims
• Approve $3.22 million in temporary staffing services contracts with APR Consulting, Inc. and Tryfacta, Inc.
• Exercise two-year option to extend Same-Day Taxi service to $5.04 million and expand service area to seven miles
• Reaffirm Resolution No. 2025-068 and authorize emergency railroad track stabilization near Mile Posts 203.83–204.40 and 206.00–206.70

Finance and Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee is reviewing several internal audit reports and financial status updates. The body is deciding on the authorization of state funding claims and the selection of temporary staffing firms.

• Authorization of State Transit Assistance Fund claims in the amount of $43,487,476
• Authorization of SB 1 State of Good Repair claims in the amount of $7.542 million
• Selection of APR Consulting, Inc. and Tryfacta, Inc. for temporary staffing services in the aggregate amount of $3,220,000
• Internal audit recommendations for right-of-way maintenance, investments, and warranty administration
• Annual update on loan agreements with the cities of Anaheim, Placentia, and the West Orange County Water Board

Legislative Committee

The Legislative and Communications Committee is reviewing updates to the agency's legislative platforms for the 2025-26 session. The committee will also receive updates on federal appropriations and state legislative items in Sacramento.

• Draft revisions to the 2025-26 State and Federal Legislative Platforms
• Federal Legislative Status Report including fiscal year 2026 appropriations
• Congressional support summary for 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games planning
• Report on redistribution of federal dollars from the California High Speed Rail project
• Correspondence from US Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy regarding transit safety and security

Board

The Board will discuss emergency railroad track stabilization and the 2026 State Transportation Improvement Program. The meeting includes approvals for various construction contracts, transit signal priority for Harbor Boulevard, and transit planning for the 2026 World Cup and 2028 Olympics.

• Cooperative Agreement with Caltrans for State Route 55 Improvement Project: $139,597,000
• 2026 State Transportation Improvement Program: 8 projects totaling $151.742 million
• Inland Slope Rehabilitation Phase II Project contract with Bosco Constructors, Inc.: $4,450,000
• Environmental Cleanup Program Tier 1 funding for 8 projects: $3,088,766
• OC Streetcar Project change orders with Walsh Construction Company II, LLC: multiple items ranging from $160,000 to $1,100,000

Transit Committee

The Transit Committee will consider several contract change orders for the OC Streetcar Project and a $4.45 million construction agreement for the Inland Slope Rehabilitation Phase II Project. The body will also discuss taxi service extensions and transit funding for the City of Newport Beach.

• Multiple OC Streetcar change orders with Walsh Construction Company II, LLC, including $1.1 million for an accelerated schedule and $1 million for signal control modifications
• Construction agreement with Bosco Constructors, Inc. for $4,450,000 for the Inland Slope Rehabilitation Phase II Project
• Contract amendment with OCY Management LLC for $2,440,758 to continue Same-Day Taxi service through November 30, 2027
• Project V funding of $2,624,060 for the City of Newport Beach’s Balboa Island/Corona del Mar Local Area Transit Service
• Cooperative Agreement with the City of Newport Beach for a feasibility study to relocate the Newport Transportation Center from 1550 Avocado Avenue

Executive Committee

The Orange County Transportation Authority Executive Committee will hear an updated forecast on construction market conditions for the Measure M2 Next 10 Delivery Plan and receive a transit planning update for the 2026 FIFA World Cup and 2028 Olympics. The committee may direct staff to continue monitoring market conditions and authorize funding agreements for World Cup transit services.

• Measure M2 Next 10 Delivery Plan: Market Conditions Key Indicators Analysis and Forecast
• Fédération Internationale de Football Association World Cup 2026 transit planning update with estimated funding needs
• Authorization to negotiate funding agreement with Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority for World Cup 2026 transit service reimbursement
• Request for state and federal funding opportunities for Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games transit service

Regional Transportation Planning Committee

The Regional Transportation Planning Committee is reviewing funding for state and regional highway projects and environmental cleanup grants. The body is also considering amendments to the Master Plan of Arterial Highways for Dana Point and Laguna Niguel.

• Cooperative Agreement for State Route 55 Improvement Project between I-5 and SR-91 for $139,597,000
• Award of $3,088,766 in Tier 1 Environmental Cleanup Program funding for eight projects
• 2026 State Transportation Improvement Program submittal of eight projects for $151.742 million
• Master Plan of Arterial Highways amendments for the City of Dana Point and City of Laguna Niguel
• Project development update for the Interstate 5/El Toro Road Interchange Improvement Project

Finance and Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee meeting scheduled for September 24, 2025, has been cancelled. No items were decided or discussed.

Board

The Orange County Transportation Authority board will decide on a two-year armored-vehicle and fare-collection contract worth $966,322 and approve the release of requests for qualifications and proposals for a hydrogen fueling station and facility modifications at the Garden Grove Bus Base. The board will also receive routine updates on express lanes, investments, procurements, and legislative matters.

• Approve $966,322 armored-vehicle transportation and fare-collection contract with Sectran Security, Inc. (Agreement No. C-5-4123)
• Approve release of RFQ 5-4319 and RFP 5-4320 for hydrogen fueling station and facility modifications at Garden Grove Bus Base
• Approve $999,170 property-management agreement with Lincoln Property Company for 2677 North Main Street, Santa Ana
• Exercise one-year option for lot-sweeping services with Superior Sweeping Ltd., increasing total contract value to $681,972
• Reaffirm Resolution No. 2025-068 and authorize emergency track-stabilization actions near Mile Posts 203.83–204.40 and 206.00–206.70 on the Orange Subdivision

Legislative Committee

The Legislative and Communications Committee will review a contract for public outreach services for the State Route 57 Northbound Improvement Project. The body will also receive status reports on state and federal legislative actions and an update on agency community engagement efforts.

• Proposed $499,911 agreement with Kleinfelder Construction Services, Inc. for public outreach on the State Route 57 Northbound Improvement Project between Orangewood Avenue and Katella Avenue
• State Legislative Status Report including Cap-and-Trade reauthorization and SB 375 implementation
• Federal Legislative Status Report regarding fiscal year 2026 Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development appropriations
• Public outreach and community engagement update for projects from September 2024 through August 2025
• Approval of July 17, 2025 meeting minutes

Transit Committee

The Transit Committee is reviewing several contract amendments for maintenance and project support. The body is also considering a new agreement for OC ACCESS eligibility services and the 2024-25 Federal Transit Administration program of projects.

• Amendment for OC Streetcar design support services with HNTB Corporation for $3,735,309
• New agreement with MTM Transit, Inc. for OC ACCESS eligibility assessments for $4,428,810
• Janitorial services option term with Gamboa Services, Inc. for $3,286,118
• CNG fueling facility maintenance with Trillium USA Company, LLC for $640,802
• Lot sweeping services option term with Superior Sweeping Ltd. for $307,380

Finance and Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee is reviewing operational and financial reports for the 91 and 405 Express Lanes. The body is deciding on two service contracts and the finalization of agreements for the 241/91 Express Connector Project.

• Approval of $999,170 agreement with Lincoln Property Company for property management at 2677 North Main Street, Santa Ana
• Approval of $966,322 agreement with Sectran Security, Inc. for armored vehicle transportation and fare collection counting
• Authorization of master and operating agreements for the 241/91 Express Connector Project
• Review of 91 Express Lanes and 405 Express Lanes operational and financial updates through June 30, 2025
• Review of July 2025 Investment and Debt Programs Report

Board

The Orange County Transportation Authority board will decide on emergency railroad stabilization near Mile Posts 203.83–204.40 and 206.00–206.70 on the Orange Subdivision, reaffirming prior action. It will also vote on a $2,794,000 five-year claims administration contract for the self-insured workers’ compensation program. Other items include updates on toll discounts, grant acceptances, and project amendments.

• Reaffirm Resolution No. 2025-068 to authorize emergency railroad track stabilization near Mile Posts 203.83–204.40 and 206.00–206.70 on the Orange Subdivision
• Approve $2,794,000 five-year agreement with Pacific Secured Equities (Intercare Holdings Insurance Services, Inc.) for claims administration of the Self-Insured Workers’ Compensation Program
• Approve updated Toll Policy for the 91 Express Lanes to eliminate zero-emission vehicle discounts
• Authorize acceptance of $400,000 SCAG and $600,000 Caltrans grants for Move OC: A Vibrant Path to Active Transportation
• Amend four cooperative agreements with Costa Mesa, Fountain Valley, Huntington Beach, and Westminster for Interstate 405 Improvement Project reimbursements totaling up to $8.2M

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee will consider authorizing a response to the Orange County Grand Jury report titled “OCTA: It Takes a Lot to Keep Us Moving.” The body will also review progress reports regarding Measure M 2.

• Proposed response to the June 18, 2025, Orange County Grand Jury report
• Measure M 2 Quarterly Progress Report for April 2025 through June 2025
• Update on Measure M2 Ten-Year Review Q4

Regional Transportation Planning Committee

The Regional Transportation Planning Committee will decide on four amendments to existing cooperative agreements with Costa Mesa, Fountain Valley, Huntington Beach, and Westminster to reimburse $13.5M for pavement damage caused by long-term I-405 detours during construction. The committee will also hear updates on Measure M2 grant programs, a new construction-management contract for the Interstate 5 project, and a draft congestion-management report.

• Amend I-405 detour reimbursement agreements with Costa Mesa ($1.99M), Fountain Valley ($2.04M), Huntington Beach ($1.33M), and Westminster ($2.85M)
• Amend State Route 55 construction-management contract with AECOM Technical Services, Inc. for $6.27M
• Allocate $3.25M in Measure M2 funds for State Route 57 Northbound environmental review
• Accept $400K SCAG and $600K Caltrans grants for Move OC active-transportation plan
• Release draft 2025 Congestion Management Program Report for public review

Finance and Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee is considering updates to the 91 Express Lanes Toll Policy and evaluating future back-office system options. The body is also reviewing a contract for workers' compensation claims administration.

• Proposed elimination of zero-emission vehicle discounts on 91 Express Lanes
• Evaluation of back-office system and customer service center options for 91 Express Lanes
• Proposed $2,794,000 five-year agreement with Pacific Secured Equities for workers' compensation claims administration

Board

The Board will consider emergency actions to stabilize railroad tracks on the Orange Subdivision due to coastal erosion. The meeting also includes reviews of CEO compensation, transit funding allocations, and various consultant contracts.

• Emergency railroad track stabilization at Mile Post 203.80 to 204.40 and 206.00 to 206.70
• Agreement with HNTB Corporation for 405 Express Lanes oversight services for $895,000
• SB 1 and SB 125 funding for Santa Ana Bus Base and Garden Grove Bus Base projects
• Grant of $3,274,720 to the City of Newport Beach for the Balboa Peninsula Trolley
• Selection of Griffin Structures, Inc. for headquarters property management services

Legislative Committee

The Legislative and Communications Committee meeting scheduled for August 21, 2025, has been cancelled. No items were decided or discussed.

Transit Committee

The Transit Committee is deciding on funding allocations for state-funded transit repairs and local circulator grants. The body will also receive updates on OC Streetcar progress and general transit ridership.

• Grant of $3,274,720 for the City of Newport Beach's 2024 Balboa Peninsula Trolley
• Estimated $7.542 million in SB 1 funding for Santa Ana Bus Base HVAC ($1.747M) and electric chargers ($1.290M), and a Garden Grove Bus Base hydrogen station ($4.505M)
• Additional $4.075 million for the Garden Grove Bus Base hydrogen fueling station from FY 2026-27 SB 1 and SB 125 funds
• Quarterly update on the OC Streetcar Project for May through July 2025
• Approval of July 10, 2025, meeting minutes

Finance and Administration Committee

The Orange County Transportation Authority’s Finance and Administration Committee will discuss an internal audit of OC Streetcar public outreach oversight, receive a June 2025 investment and debt report, and hear a presentation from MetLife Investment Management. The committee will also consider approving minutes, an internal audit report, and two professional services contracts totaling $895,000.

• Approve minutes of July 23, 2025 Finance and Administration Committee meeting
• Receive and file Budget Development, Monitoring, and Reporting Internal Audit Report No. 25-514
• Direct staff to implement three recommendations from OC Streetcar public outreach oversight audit (Internal Audit Report No. 25-512)
• Approve selection of Griffin Structures, Inc. for headquarters property improvements program and construction management services
• Approve $895,000 agreement with HNTB Corporation for 405 Express Lanes back-office system oversight services

Executive Committee

The Orange County Transportation Authority Executive Committee will review a proposal to amend the Measure M2 ordinance, which currently requires a five-year funding ban for any jurisdiction misusing transportation revenues. Staff will present options for less severe penalties and seek direction to proceed with changes. The committee will also receive quarterly updates on capital project delivery and a mid-year progress report on the 2025 action plan.

• Proposed amendment to Measure M2 Ordinance No. 3 to reduce penalties for misuse of transportation revenues
• Public hearing scheduled for October 27, 2025, for potential adoption of the amendment
• Mid-year report on 2025 Board of Directors and CEO initiatives, with 28 of 39 milestones completed
• Quarterly capital project delivery report for April–June 2025
• Approval of June 2, 2025, Executive Committee meeting minutes

Regional Transportation Planning Committee

The Regional Transportation Planning Committee meeting scheduled for August 4, 2025, has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for August 28, 2025.

Board

The Board will consider emergency actions to stabilize railroad tracks facing coastal erosion and hillside movement. The meeting also includes approvals for employee health insurance renewals and several transit-related software and infrastructure contracts.

• Emergency track stabilization for Orange Subdivision (Mile Post 203.83 to 204.40 and 206.00 to 206.70)
• Contract amendment of $373,743 with INIT Innovations in Transportation, Inc. for OC Streetcar ticket vending machines
• Agreement with Spare Labs Inc. for $969,524 to provide paratransit and microtransit software
• Selection of Stantec Architecture Inc. for plans and estimates for OCTA headquarters improvements
• Support position on AB 1085 regarding prohibitions on obstructing license plates

Finance and Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee will review a 30-year taxable sales forecast for Measure M 2 and an internal audit update. The body is deciding on a consultant for headquarters property improvements and renewing multiple employee health and insurance agreements for 2026.

• Selection of Stantec Architecture Inc. for plans and specifications for headquarters property improvements
• Renewal of 2026 health insurance agreements with Kaiser Permanente and Anthem Blue Cross
• Renewal of 2026 dental and vision agreements with Delta Dental and Vision Service Plan
• Renewal of 2026 life, disability, and leave administration agreements with Voya and ComPsych
• Presentation of 30-year taxable sales forecast for Measure M 2 by California State University, Fullerton

Legislative Committee

The Orange County Transportation Authority’s Legislative and Communications Committee will meet to receive legislative updates and consider a formal SUPPORT position on AB 1085, which expands existing prohibitions on devices that interfere with license-plate readability. The committee will also hear reports on state and federal transportation policy, including state budget activities and a federal commuter-rail study.

• Approve minutes of June 19, 2025 meeting
• Adopt SUPPORT position on AB 1085 (Stefani, D-San Francisco) to expand license-plate obstruction bans
• Receive State Legislative Status Report on budget and air-resource regulations
• Receive Federal Legislative Status Report on transportation funding and commuter-rail post-pandemic study

Board

The Board is considering emergency actions to stabilize railroad tracks on the Orange Subdivision due to coastal erosion. Members will also review federal grant prioritizations and various transit and infrastructure procurement requests.

• Emergency stabilization of railroad tracks at Mile Post 203.83 to 204.40 and 206.10 to 206.70
• Up to $1,818,000 for Pedestrian Audible Warning System rehabilitation in San Clemente
• Contract extension for transit training services with Mobility Management Partners, Inc. for $778,384
• RFP for real-time arrival signage at bus stops
• RFP for security officer services on the Orange County Streetcar System

Transit Committee

The Orange County Transportation Authority Transit Committee will decide on four contracts totaling up to $3.6 million, including amendments for the OC Streetcar ticket vending system, transit training services, a pedestrian warning system in San Clemente, and a new paratransit software agreement. The meeting will also receive a bimonthly transit performance report and public comments.

• Amendment to OC Streetcar ticket vending system contract for $373,743
• Amendment to transit training services contract for $778,384
• Cooperative agreement for San Clemente pedestrian warning system rehabilitation for $1,818,000
• Approval of Spare Labs Inc. paratransit software contract for $969,524

Executive Committee

The Orange County Transportation Authority Executive Committee meeting scheduled for July 7, 2025, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for August 4, 2025.

Regional Transportation Planning Committee

The Regional Transportation Planning Committee is deciding on project prioritizations for federal Surface Transportation Block Grants and Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality programs for 2026-2028. The body is also reviewing eligibility for local jurisdictions to receive Measure M2 net revenues and adjusting funding program projects.

• Eligibility approval for 33 of 35 local jurisdictions to receive Measure M2 net revenues
• Project prioritization for Federal Fiscal Year 2026-2027 and 2027-2028 Surface Transportation Block Grant/Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality Program
• Scope modification request from the City of Yorba Linda for the Connect Savi Ranch Project
• Adjustments to Comprehensive Transportation Funding Programs, Local Fair Share funds, and Senior Mobility Program funds
• Approval of June 2, 2025, meeting minutes

Finance and Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee will receive an economic outlook and taxable sales forecast for Measure M from UCLA Anderson Forecast. The body is also considering an internal audit plan for Fiscal Year 2025-26 and a report on project controls.

• Taxable Sales Forecast for Measure M presented by UCLA Anderson Forecast
• Internal Audit Report 25-513 regarding Project Controls in the Capital Programs Division
• Proposed Internal Audit Department Fiscal Year 2025-26 Internal Audit Plan
• Fiscal Year 2024-25 Third Quarter Budget Status Report

Board

The Orange County Transportation Authority board meets to reaffirm Resolution 2025-025 for urgent railroad track stabilization near Mile Posts 203.83–204.40 and 206.10–206.70 on the Orange Subdivision. Members will also receive routine reports, recognize employees, and vote on several procurement and contract amendments totaling more than $7 million.

• Reaffirm Resolution No. 2025-025 to authorize emergency railroad track stabilization near Mile Posts 203.83–204.40 and 206.10–206.70 on the Orange Subdivision
• Approve Agreement No. C-5-3922 with Asplundh Construction, LLC for $2,790,147 to install battery-electric bus chargers and electrical infrastructure at the Santa Ana Bus Base
• Approve Purchase Order No. C54142 with CDCE, Inc. for $4,207,826 to replace and expand mobile routers on OC Bus, OC ACCESS, and non-vehicle locations
• Amend Agreement No. C-0-2047 with Jacobs Engineering Group, Inc. to extend technical consulting services for the next-generation fare collection system through July 31, 2027 at no additional cost
• Amend five cooperative agreements with senior-service providers, increasing total obligations by $2.1M and adjusting per-trip rates to $25.75

Legislative Committee

The Orange County Transportation Authority’s Legislative and Communications Committee will meet to receive annual status reports on state and federal legislative matters, including updates on the 2028 Olympics, cap-and-trade programs, and federal budget requests. The committee will also file routine reports from advisory committees and receive a marketing update.

• Receive and file Accessible Transit Advisory Committee annual update and member appointments
• Receive and file Citizens Advisory Committee annual update and member appointments
• Receive state legislative status report on 2028 Olympics, cap-and-trade, and Los Angeles–San Diego–San Luis Obispo Rail Corridor
• Receive federal legislative status report on FY2026 budget, Clean Air Act waivers, and San Clemente rail stabilization funding
• Presentation on marketing programs for OCTA’s multimodal transportation services

Transit Committee

The Transit Committee will discuss several OC Streetcar construction changes and transit service agreements. The body is deciding on infrastructure installations for electric buses and hardware upgrades for OC Bus and OC ACCESS vehicles.

• Agreement with Asplundh Construction, LLC for $2,790,147 to install electric bus chargers at Santa Ana Bus Base
• Purchase order with CDCE, Inc. for $4,207,826 to replace and expand mobile routers on OC Bus and OC ACCESS vehicles
• Four OC Streetcar contract change orders with Walsh Construction Company II, LLC totaling $417,000
• Amendments to five OC ACCESS cooperative agreements, including a $1,702,539 payment to My Day Counts
• Contract extension with Becnel Uniforms for $611,000 for coach operator and supervisor uniforms

Transit Committee

The Transit Committee meeting scheduled for June 12, 2025, has been cancelled. A special meeting is scheduled for June 18, 2025.

Finance and Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee will consider updating the reserve policy to increase the minimum balance for the general liability reserve. The body will also review a 30-year taxable sales forecast and discuss declaring specific properties as surplus land.

• Proposed update to the Reserve Policy to increase minimum balance for general liability reserve
• Request to declare 10,148 sq ft at Camino Capistrano and Avery Parkway (Laguna Niguel) as surplus land
• Request to declare 24,434 sq ft at Marguerite Parkway and Avery Parkway (Mission Viejo) as surplus land
• 30-year taxable sales forecast presentation from Chapman University for Measure M 2
• Third Quarter Fiscal Year 2024-25 Procurement Status Report

Board

The Board will discuss the proposed Fiscal Year 2025-26 budget and personnel salary resolution. Members will also consider emergency actions to stabilize railroad tracks on the Orange Subdivision due to coastal erosion. Additionally, the Board will review several contract amendments for freeway improvement projects.

• Proposed FY 2025-26 Budget, including a member agency contribution to Southern California Regional Rail Authority up to $51,972,543
• Emergency railroad track stabilization at Mile Post 203.83 to 204.40 and 206.10 to 206.70
• Contract Change Order No. 173 for the I-405 Improvement Project (SR 73 to I-605) in the amount of $7,117,306
• Amendment for construction management services for the I-405 Improvement Project with Jacobs Project Management Co. for $2,948,765
• Insurance renewals for workers’ compensation ($716,580) and property insurance ($1,200,000)

Executive Committee

The Orange County Transportation Authority Executive Committee will receive a quarterly progress report on Measure M2 projects, discuss a potential eligibility update for Buena Park’s Measure M2 funding, and hear updates on transit planning for the 2026 FIFA World Cup and 2028 Olympics. The meeting also includes a budget workshop follow-up and standard procedural items.

• Approve minutes of the May 5, 2025 Executive Committee meeting
• Receive Measure M2 Quarterly Progress Report (Jan–Mar 2025)
• Consider modifying Buena Park’s Measure M2 competitive funding restrictions
• Update on transit planning for FIFA World Cup 2026 and LA 2028 Olympics venues in Orange County
• Follow-up on FY 2025-26 budget workshop issues

Regional Transportation Planning Committee

The Regional Transportation Planning Committee will discuss contract amendments and funding for several freeway improvement projects. The body is also reviewing the Draft 2025 State Route 91 Implementation Plan and providing a budget workshop follow-up for Fiscal Year 2025-26.

• Contract Change Order No. 173 for I-405 Improvement Project (SR 73 to I-605) in the amount of $7,117,306
• Amendment for Jacobs Project Management Co. for I-405 construction services in the amount of $2,948,765
• Amendment for Bolsa Avenue overhead freeway bridge widening in the amount of $331,000
• Amendment for I-605/Katella Avenue Interchange right-of-way support in the amount of $287,000
• Review of the Draft 2025 State Route 91 Implementation Plan

State Route 91 Advisory Committee

The State Route 91 Advisory Committee will receive and file annual financial statements for the 91 Express Lanes, covering fiscal year 2023-24 for both Orange County and Riverside County segments. The committee will also review the Draft 2025 State Route 91 Implementation Plan, which outlines proposed improvements and cost estimates for the corridor between State Route 57 and Interstate 15. Additionally, operational updates will be provided on the 91 Express Lanes, the SR-71/SR-91 Interchange Project, and the 241/91 Express Connector project.

• Receive and file Orange County Transportation Authority 91 Express Lanes FY 2023-24 audited financial statements
• Receive and file Riverside County Transportation Commission 91 Express Lanes FY 2023-24 audited financial statements
• Review Draft 2025 State Route 91 Implementation Plan with proposed improvements and cost estimates
• 91 Express Lanes operational update
• SR-71/SR-91 Interchange Project construction update

Finance and Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee is reviewing the proposed Fiscal Year 2025-26 budget and personnel resolution. The body is also deciding on appropriations limits for the General Fund and Measure M2, as well as renewing insurance policies.

• Proposed FY 2025-26 General Fund appropriations limit of $16,211,341
• Proposed FY 2025-26 Measure M2 appropriations limit of $2,449,984,516
• Proposed $51,972,543 contribution to Southern California Regional Rail Authority operating subsidy
• Insurance renewals: $716,580 for excess workers’ compensation and $1,200,000 for property insurance
• $584,138 reimbursement for 91 Express Lanes shared operational expenses with Riverside County

Board

The Orange County Transportation Authority board meets to decide on an emergency resolution to stabilize eroding railroad tracks along its Orange Subdivision right-of-way, plus receive routine updates on audits, grants, investments, and legislative positions. The board will also vote on six new architectural-engineering contracts totaling $3 million and three contract amendments worth up to $1.4 million.

• Reaffirm Resolution 2025-025 to authorize emergency railroad track stabilization near Mile Posts 203.83–204.40 and 206.10–206.70 on the Orange Subdivision
• Approve $3,000,000 in on-call architectural and engineering contracts for transit facility projects
• Amend marketing print services agreement with PGI-Pacific Graphics, Inc. for $230,000 (total $555,000)
• Amend public information marketing program services agreement with Klein and Klein, Inc. for $350,000 (total $731,000)
• Amend bus mural application services agreement with JG Images, Inc. for $260,000 (total $610,000)

Legislative Committee

The Orange County Transportation Authority Legislative and Communications Committee will meet to discuss and vote on renewing three existing marketing service contracts. The committee will also receive updates on state and federal legislative matters affecting transportation programs and hold a follow-up on the upcoming fiscal year 2025-26 budget.

• Amend Agreement No. C-2-2288 with PGI-Pacific Graphics, Inc. for marketing print services, increasing total contract value to $555,000 ($230,000 for new term)
• Amend Agreement No. C-2-2313 with Klein and Klein, Inc. for public information marketing program services, increasing total contract value to $731,000 ($350,000 for new term)
• Amend Agreement No. C-2-2317 with JG Images, Inc. for bus mural application services, increasing total contract value to $610,000 ($260,000 for new term)

Finance and Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee will discuss a 30-year taxable sales forecast for Measure M and follow up on the FY 2025-26 budget workshop. The body is also considering an investment policy for the upcoming fiscal year and an audit of real estate administration.

• Amendment to CBRE, Inc. contract for commercial real estate brokerage services in the amount of $268,000
• Internal Audit Report No. 25-506 regarding real estate administration and five recommended improvements
• Triennial Performance Audits for OCTA, Orange County Transit District, and Laguna Beach Municipal Transit Lines
• Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Investment Policy
• Presentation of the annual 30-year taxable sales forecast for Measure M

Board

The Orange County Transportation Authority board meets to decide on an emergency resolution to stabilize eroding railroad tracks near Mile Posts 203.83–204.40 and 206.10–206.70 on the Orange Subdivision, and to authorize a $267.7 million cooperative agreement with Caltrans for the Interstate 5 Improvement Project between Interstate 405 and Yale Avenue. The board will also vote on several contracts, including a $15.5 million five-year transit police services agreement and a $645,455 six-year motorist assistance call-answering contract.

• Reaffirm Resolution No. 2025-025 to authorize emergency railroad track stabilization near Mile Posts 203.83–204.40 and 206.10–206.70 on the Orange Subdivision
• Authorize $267,725,000 cooperative agreement with Caltrans for Interstate 5 Improvement Project between Interstate 405 and Yale Avenue
• Authorize $15,523,166 five-year transit police services agreement with Orange County Sheriff’s Department
• Authorize $645,455 six-year sole source agreement with AAMCOM, LLC for 511 Motorist Assistance call answering services
• Approve $5,938,341 amendment to OC Streetcar operations and maintenance agreement with Herzog Transit Services, Inc.

Transit Committee

The Transit Committee is reviewing several contracts and updates for the OC Streetcar and OC Bus services. This includes selecting architectural firms for transit facilities and approving a new contactless 'Wave' fare card system.

• Amendment to Herzog Transit Services, Inc. for OC Streetcar operations and maintenance in the amount of $5,938,341
• Selection of six architectural and engineering firms for transit facility projects in the aggregate amount of $3,000,000
• Three OC Streetcar contract change orders with Walsh Construction Company II, LLC totaling $1,350,000
• Amendment to Siemens Mobility, Inc. for OC Bus mobile ticketing services in the amount of $207,621
• Proposal to implement the 'Wave' contactless smart card fare media in October 2025

Executive Committee

The Orange County Transportation Authority Executive Committee will decide whether to reinstate Measure M2 funding eligibility for the City of Orange and whether to seek reimbursement and impose a five-year ineligibility period for the City of Huntington Beach. The committee will also consider a new five-year transit police services agreement with the Orange County Sheriff’s Department.

• Approve City of Orange’s Measure M2 eligibility and reinitiate payments
• Seek $29,249 reimbursement from City of Huntington Beach and find it ineligible for Measure M2 net revenues for five years
• Authorize $15,523,166 five-year agreement for transit police services with Orange County Sheriff’s Department
• Receive and file Third Quarter Fiscal Year 2024-25 Capital Action Plan and Performance Metrics
• Approve minutes of the April 7, 2025 Executive Committee meeting

Regional Transportation Planning Committee

The Regional Transportation Planning Committee is reviewing funding and management agreements for the Interstate 5 Improvement Project. The body is also considering a contract for motorist assistance call answering services.

• Cooperative Agreement with Caltrans for the I-5 Improvement Project (I-405 to Yale Avenue) for $267,725,000
• Sole source agreement with AAMCOM, LLC for 511 and freeway call box answering services for $645,455
• Selection of HDR Construction Control Corporation for construction management on the I-5 project (Yale Avenue to State Route 55)

Board

The Orange County Transportation Authority board will decide on urgent railroad track stabilization near Mile Posts 203.83–204.40 and 206.10–206.70 to prevent service disruptions and address coastal erosion risks. It will also vote on a $4.59 million contract to replace mechanical units at the Santa Ana Bus Base. Other items include approving $219.5 million in local transportation funding for public transit services and receiving updates on state and federal legislative matters.

• Reaffirm Resolution No. 2025-025 to authorize emergency railroad track stabilization near Mile Posts 203.83–204.40 and 206.10–206.70 on the Orange Subdivision
• Approve $4,593,000 agreement with NKS Mechanical Contracting, Inc. for mechanical unit replacements at the Santa Ana Bus Base
• Approve $219,511,142 in Local Transportation Fund claims for Orange County Transit District public and community transit services
• Approve $1,495,895 Local Transportation Fund claim for Laguna Beach Municipal Transit Lines
• Adopt support position on AB 334 (interstate toll collection interoperability) and oppose position on AB 1070 (transit district governance mandates)

Finance and Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee will review the proposed FY 2025-26 Southern California Regional Rail Authority budget and the OCTA FY 2025-26 budget preview. The body is also deciding on funding claims for local transit services and reviewing Measure M2 compliance audits.

• Proposed FY 2025-26 Local Transportation Fund claim for Orange County Transit District totaling $219,511,142
• Proposed FY 2025-26 Local Transportation Fund claim for Laguna Beach Municipal Transit Lines for $1,495,895
• Proposed $400,000 contract budget increase for Crowe LLP to conduct annual Measure M2 compliance audits
• Review of Measure M2 Local Fair Share and Senior Mobility Program audit findings for nine cities and the County of Orange
• Pricing summary for Measure M2 Sales Tax Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series 2025

Legislative Committee

The Legislative and Communications Committee will review state and federal legislative updates. The body is deciding on support or opposition positions for two California Assembly bills.

• Support position on AB 334 regarding out-of-state electronic toll collection interoperability
• Oppose position on AB 1070 regarding transit district board compensation and governance
• Update on State Transit Transformation Task Force policy recommendations
• Federal report on EPA greenhouse gas emissions findings and air quality waivers
• Update on Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy's participation in a Senate hearing

Board

The Orange County Transportation Authority board will swear in new and returning members and decide on an emergency $135 million plan to stabilize eroding railroad tracks near Mile Posts 203.83–204.40 and 206.10–206.70 on the Orange Subdivision. The board will also hear updates on budgets, transit-police funding, and major highway projects.

• Adopt Resolution 2025-025 and authorize $135M for Coastal Rail Stabilization Priority Project
• Amend transit-police contract with County of Orange Sheriff’s Dept. for $209,876 (total $12.87M)
• Approve $640,000 sole-source health-insurance brokerage agreement for five years
• Commit up to $180.584M Measure M2 funds for State Route 55 Improvement Project
• Approve amendments to Master Plan of Arterial Highways for Anaheim, Costa Mesa, Irvine, and Stanton

Transit Committee

The Orange County Transportation Authority Transit Committee will decide on allocating $10,144,185 in Low Carbon Transit Operations Program funds for the Youth Ride Free Program and approve a $4,593,000 contract to replace mechanical units at the Santa Ana Bus Base. The meeting also includes a presentation on OC Bus ridership growth trends and standard procedural items.

• Approve $10,144,185 in Low Carbon Transit Operations Program funds for Youth Ride Free Program
• Authorize $4,593,000 contract with NKS Mechanical Contracting, Inc. for Santa Ana Bus Base mechanical unit replacements
• Consider OC Bus ridership growth trends and future service recommendations
• Approve minutes from March 13, 2025 Transit Committee meeting

Regional Transportation Planning Committee

The Regional Transportation Planning Committee will decide on multiple transportation contracts and funding allocations, including a $269.5 million agreement for the State Route 91 Improvement Project between La Palma Avenue and State Route 55. The meeting will also review amendments to the Master Plan of Arterial Highways and approve Measure M2 funding for several road projects.

• $269.5M cooperative agreement with Caltrans for State Route 91 Improvement Project (La Palma Ave to SR 55)
• $1.04M amendment to State Route 55 Improvement Project (I-5 to SR 91) right-of-way funding
• $2.23M amendment to T.Y. Lin International design services for State Route 91 (Acacia St to La Palma Ave)
• $180.6M Measure M2 funding for State Route 55 Improvement Project (I-5 to SR 91)
• $334.4M funding for State Route 91 Improvement Project (La Palma Ave to SR 55) including $323.7M from 91 Express Lanes Excess Revenue

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee will consider contract amendments to increase funding for transit police and security officer services. The body will also receive an annual update on the state of cybersecurity.

• Amendment to Orange County Sheriff's Department agreement for OC Streetcar Transit Police Services in the amount of $209,876
• Amendment to Inter-Con Security Systems, Inc. agreement for OC Streetcar Maintenance and Storage Facility services in the amount of $332,158
• Amendment to Inter-Con Security Systems, Inc. agreement to exercise a six-month option term for bus base security in the amount of $332,158
• Annual cybersecurity update presentation

Finance and Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee will receive updates on the FY 2024-25 second-quarter budget status and an internal audit of investments. Members will also discuss assumptions for the upcoming FY 2025-26 budget and hear a presentation from an investment management firm. No formal decisions are scheduled.

• Receive FY 2024-25 second-quarter budget status report
• Approve sole source agreement for health insurance brokerage services ($640,000, 5-year term)
• Receive internal audit report on investments (July–December 2024)
• Receive internal audit report on transit field supervision
• Presentation on Managed Investment Portfolio by Payden & Rygel

Board

The Board will hold a public hearing regarding new fare media for a Rider Validation System scheduled for late summer 2025. The body is also considering the discontinuance of the OC Flex microtransit pilot program effective July 1, 2025, and approving several multi-million dollar transit contracts.

• Proposed discontinuance of OC Flex microtransit pilot program effective July 1, 2025
• Contract amendment with First Transit, Inc. for paratransit and microtransit services in the amount of $79,867,843
• Contract with Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations, LLC for bus tire lease and service for $9,223,781
• Agreement with Kleinfelder Construction Services, Inc. for I-5 improvement project public outreach for $1,199,260
• Five contract change orders for the OC Streetcar project totaling $2,157,000

Legislative Committee

The Orange County Transportation Authority’s Legislative and Communications Committee will decide whether to approve a $1.2 million public outreach contract for the Interstate 5 Improvement Project and adopt support positions on two state bills. The meeting will also include updates on federal and state legislative priorities and a review of the committee’s roles and responsibilities.

• Approve $1,199,260 agreement with Kleinfelder Construction Services for I-5 Improvement Project public outreach (I-405 to SR-55)
• Adopt SUPPORT position on SB 741 (emergency permitting in coastal zone)
• Adopt SUPPORT position on SB 752 (extend sales tax exemption for zero-emission transit buses)
• Approve 2025 meeting calendar for the Legislative and Communications Committee
• Approve 2025 roles and responsibilities for the Legislative and Communications Committee

Transit Committee

The Transit Committee is considering the discontinuation of the OC Flex microtransit pilot program. The body is also reviewing several construction change orders for the OC Streetcar and new service contracts for bus tires and paratransit operations.

• Proposed discontinuation of OC Flex microtransit service effective July 1, 2025
• Contract for bus tire lease and service with Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations, LLC for $9,223,781
• Amendment to First Transit, Inc. agreement for paratransit and microtransit services for $79,867,843
• Five OC Streetcar project change orders with Walsh Construction Company II, LLC totaling $2,157,000
• Proposed May 2025 OC Bus service changes

Finance and Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee will receive a presentation from Chandler Asset Management regarding the agency's Managed Investment Portfolio. The body will also review reports on debt programs, procurement status, and an internal audit peer review.

• Investment Management Presentation by Chandler Asset Management
• Internal Audit Department Peer Review for period Jan 1, 2022 through Dec 31, 2024
• Investment and Debt Programs Report for January 2025
• Environmental Mitigation Program Endowment Fund Investment Report for December 31, 2024
• Second Quarter Fiscal Year 2024-25 Procurement Status Report

Board

The Board will discuss the sixth performance assessment of the Measure M2 Transportation Investment Plan and the framework for its ten-year review. The meeting includes decisions on funding for freeway projects, investment management contracts, and electric bus infrastructure.

• Agreement with California Highway Patrol for Freeway Service Patrol overtime in the amount of $849,680
• Amendment to the I-605/Katella Avenue Interchange Project agreement for $1,760,000
• Investment management contract extensions with a total aggregate increase of $3,476,000
• Invitation for bids for battery electric bus chargers at the Santa Ana Bus Base
• Approval of 2025 Tier 1 Grant Program call for projects for the Measure M2 Environmental Cleanup Program

Executive Committee

The committee will consider the reappointment of Director Tam T. Nguyen to the Board of Directors. Members will also review a performance assessment of Measure M 2 covering 2021 through 2024 and a quarterly progress report for late 2024.

• Reappointment of Director Tam T. Nguyen as a Public Member to the Board of Directors for a four-year term
• Measure M 2 Quarterly Progress Report for October 2024 through December 2024
• Sixth performance assessment of Measure M 2 for the period of July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2024
• Discussion of the Measure M 2 Ten-Year Review look ahead

Regional Transportation Planning Committee

The Regional Transportation Planning Committee will decide on multiple transportation funding and program items, including a $1.76 million amendment to the I-605/Katella Avenue Interchange Project cooperative agreement with Caltrans. Members will also review updates to Measure M2 eligibility guidelines, approve a $849,680 CHP Freeway Service Patrol agreement, and authorize $514.457 million for SR-55 and SR-91 freeway improvements.

• Amend I-605/Katella Interchange Project cooperative agreement for $1.76M (total $32.22M)
• Approve $849,680 CHP Freeway Service Patrol supervision agreement
• Authorize $514.457M for SR-55 and SR-91 freeway construction (Measure M2, 91 Express Lanes, etc.)
• Approve Measure M2 Environmental Cleanup Program 2025 Tier 1 Grant Program call for projects
• Update Measure M2 Eligibility Guidelines and countywide Pavement Management Plan Guidelines

Finance and Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee will review operational reports for the 91 and 405 Express Lanes and grant reimbursements. The body is also considering extending contracts with four investment management firms through March 31, 2027.

• Proposed $3,476,000 increase to the aggregate amount for investment management services with Chandler Asset Management, MetLife Investment Management, Payden & Rygel, and U.S. Bancorp Asset Management
• Audit of oversight controls and contract compliance for Agreement No. C-9-1177 with Cofiroute USA, LLC regarding 91 Express Lanes operations
• Fiscal Year 2024-25 Second Quarter Grant Reimbursement Status Report
• Operational and financial update for 91 Express Lanes for the period ending December 31, 2024
• Operational and financial update for 405 Express Lanes for the period ending December 30, 2024

Board

The Orange County Transportation Authority board will vote on refunding $270 million in Measure M 2 sales tax bonds and approve a $649 million budget for the OC Streetcar project. Members will also discuss updates to the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Program and receive reports on legislative priorities and zero-emission bus deployment.

• Approve $270M refunding of Measure M 2 Sales Tax Revenue Bonds, Series 2010 A
• Approve $649M revised OC Streetcar Federal Transit Administration budget
• Adopt revisions to Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Program
• Authorize $2.46M sole-source hydrogen fueling station agreement with Air Products and Chemicals, Inc.
• Approve $250K amendment to special transit service agreement with My Day Counts

Legislative Committee

The Legislative and Communications Committee meeting scheduled for February 20, 2025, has been cancelled. No items were decided or discussed.

Transit Committee

The Orange County Transportation Authority Transit Committee will meet to discuss and vote on several key items, including a revised $649 million budget for the OC Streetcar project and a $250,000 amendment to a cooperative agreement for special transit services. The committee will also review updates on zero-emission bus programs and consider a sole-source agreement for hydrogen fueling station operations.

• Approve $649M revised OC Streetcar Federal Transit Administration Full Funding Grant Agreement budget
• Authorize $250,000 amendment to cooperative agreement with Orange County Adult Achievement Center (My Day Counts) for special transit services
• Approve $4,783,234 amendment to extend OC Streetcar project management consultant services with HDR Engineering Inc.
• Approve $6,918,266 amendment to extend OC Streetcar construction management consultant services with PGH Wong Engineering, Inc.
• Authorize $2,460,000 sole-source agreement with Air Products and Chemicals, Inc. for hydrogen fueling station operations

Finance and Administration Committee

The Orange County Transportation Authority’s Finance and Administration Committee will meet to approve the 2025 meeting schedule, committee roles, and key financial actions. Items include adopting revised disadvantaged business enterprise rules, approving Local Transportation Fund apportionments for FY 2025-26, and authorizing a $270 million bond refunding for Measure M 2 sales tax revenue bonds.

• Approve 2025 Finance and Administration Committee meeting calendar
• Adopt revised Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Program per federal regulations
• Approve Local Transportation Fund FY 2025-26 apportionment estimates
• Authorize $208,460,790 in public transit and $11,050,352 in community transit Local Transportation Fund claims for Orange County Transit District
• Approve $270 million refunding of Measure M 2 Sales Tax Revenue Bonds, Series 2010 A

Board

The Board will review updates on the Coastal Rail Resiliency Study and the Coastal Rail Stabilization Priority Project to prevent rail closures. The meeting also includes decisions on grant funding for local projects and contract amendments for highway improvements.

• Approval of $4.687 million for the City of Huntington Beach’s Magnolia Street Corridor Complete Streets Improvements Project
• Contract amendment of $1,238,501 with HDR Engineering, Inc. for the State Route 55 Improvement Project
• Eligibility review for 35 local jurisdictions to receive Measure M2 net revenues
• Adoption of 2025 Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan performance measures and targets
• Discussion on protecting the coastal rail line for up to 30 years

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee will consider the 2025 meeting schedule and the reappointment of a public member to the Board of Directors. The body will also review updates to the Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan and a quarterly capital project progress report.

• Proposed reappointment of Director Tam T. Nguyen as a Public Member to the Board of Directors
• Adoption of 2025 Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan performance measures and targets
• Review of the Second Quarter Fiscal Year 2024-25 Capital Action Plan and Performance Metrics
• Approval of the 2025 Executive Committee meeting calendar
• Review of 2025 Executive Committee Roles and Responsibilities

Regional Transportation Planning Committee

The Regional Transportation Planning Committee is discussing strategies to protect the south Orange County coastal rail line and reviewing funding for local transportation grants. The body is also deciding on contract amendments for highway design and eligibility for Measure M2 revenues.

• Proposed $1,238,501 amendment for HDR Engineering, Inc. for State Route 55 design services
• Proposed $4.687 million in CMAQ funds for Huntington Beach's Magnolia Street Corridor project
• Eligibility review for 33 of 35 local jurisdictions to receive Measure M2 net revenues
• Update on the Coastal Rail Resiliency Study and Coastal Rail Stabilization Priority Project
• Discussion on Measure M2 Project B: Interstate 5 improvements between I-405 and SR 55

Board

The Board will establish the 2025 Board and CEO Initiatives and Action Plan. Members will also consider a cooperative agreement for a multimodal study in Santa Ana and review budget amendments for the 405 Express Lanes.

• Cooperative Agreement with City of Santa Ana for First Street Multimodal Boulevard Study up to $4,300,000
• Budget amendment to reduce FY 2024-25 405 Express Lanes Budget from $57,230,430 to $42,603,879
• Approval of 2025 Board Committee and External Agency assignments
• Internal Audit Report No. 25-507 regarding employee compensation
• Update on the proposed State Route 241/91 Express Connector

Finance and Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee will review audit reports and budget status updates. The body is considering a budget amendment to reduce the 405 Express Lanes budget for fiscal year 2024-25.

• Proposed reduction of fiscal year 2024-25 405 Express Lanes Budget from $57,230,430 to $42,603,879
• Fiscal Year 2023-24 Single Audit and Agreed-Upon Procedures Reports by Crowe LLP
• Internal Audit Report No. 25-507 regarding employee compensation
• Fiscal Year 2024-25 Internal Audit Plan second quarter update
• Investment and Debt Programs Report for the month ending November 30, 2024

Legislative Committee

The Orange County Transportation Authority Legislative and Communications Committee meeting scheduled for January 16, 2025, was cancelled. No decisions or discussions took place at this meeting.

Board

The Orange County Transportation Authority board will swear in new and returning members, receive an end-of-year report on 2024 initiatives, and vote on several competitive procurement items for transit facility improvements. The meeting also includes updates on ongoing Measure M2 projects and a proposal for new fare media.

• Swear in new members Mike Carroll and Janet Nguyen and returning members Jon Dumitru, Jamey Federico, Patrick Harper, Fred Jung, and Donald P. Wagner
• Approve release of RFPs for $X improvements to OCTA headquarters property (Item 7)
• Approve release of RFPs for on-call architectural and engineering services for transit facility projects (Item 8)
• Approve short-listing of three design-build teams for hydrogen fueling station at Garden Grove Bus Base (Item 9)
• Direct staff to implement public involvement plan for new fare media and return with findings on March 24, 2025 (Item 10)

Transit Committee

The Orange County Transportation Authority Transit Committee will meet on January 9, 2025, to discuss and decide on several transit-related items. Key decisions include approving a short-list of design-build teams for a hydrogen fueling station at the Garden Grove Bus Base and advancing a new smart card fare media system. The committee will also receive updates on bus service changes, Measure M2 transit circulator ridership, and the OC Streetcar project.

• Approve short-list of three design-build teams for hydrogen fueling station at Garden Grove Bus Base
• Authorize $1,166,555 agreement with Spare Labs Inc. for paratransit and microtransit software
• Receive February 2025 bus service change overview as an information item
• Direct staff to implement public involvement plan for new fare media and return March 24, 2025
• Receive Measure M2 Project V ridership report for April–September 2024

Finance and Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee meeting scheduled for January 8, 2025, has been cancelled. No items were decided or discussed.