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CAPITAL METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY

BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING

2910 East Fifth Street Austin, TX 78702

~ MINUTES ~Executive Assistant/Board Liaison Gina Estrada

512-389-7458

Wednesday, December 8, 2010 12:00 PM Meeting Called To Order 12:00 PM 2:42 PM Meeting Adjourned

I. Pledge of Allegiance

II. Recognition of Roadeo Winners: Director of Transportation, Dottie Watkins recognized and introduced the 2010 Roadeo winners. (see attachment) Capital Metro board members also recognized and congratulated the winners of the Capital Metro Roadeo.

III. Public Comment: 1. Michael Zitz-Evancih has concerns regarding fare issues and he dedicated a song to Capital Metro. He also stated everyone should be more respectful during board meetings. 2. Nailah Sankofa regarding bus routes. No show. 3. Morris Priest spoke on issues regarding fare policy, not using our dollars right, money for tolls did not go to transportation, not utilizing the process we have now and making poor choices.

IV. Advisory Committee Updates: 1. Update on the Customer Satisfaction Advisory Committee (CSAC); andNo report.2. Update on the Access Advisory Committee (AAC). David Patterson, Access Advisory Committee provided updates. Discussed the visit from Capital Metro staff, Elaine Timbes, Ron Davis, Carl Woodby and Andrew Murphy discussed issues with the lifts. We did get some answers. Also, discussed open returns, go line hours, current printed bus schedules, IVR system not working properly, passed a resolution (see attachment) presented to the board and suggest that Advisory committee be put under the CEO and restructure the committee.

V. Executive Session of Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code: Section 551.071 of the Texas Government Code - Legal advice regarding legal mediation issue and Veolia contract.

Went into executive session at 3:19 p.m.Returned from executive session at 3:42 p.m.No action taken.

VI. Board Committee Updates: 1. Finance/Audit Committee; Frank Fernandez, chair of the committee provided updates. The committee recommended two items on today's agenda, the internal audit plan and the investment policy to be moved to the full board. The committee also discussed the internal

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auditor's performance review and the budget amendment process to bring to the board in January or February. 2. Rail Committee;John Langmore, chair of the committee had no updates. Committee did not meet.3. Operations/Planning Committee; andChris Riley, chair of committee provided updates. The committee discussed the MetroRapid project, the three items recommended to the full board, the ITS project and the vendor issues looking more promising, the recent bus changes to Congress Ave and the revised ADA plan. 4. Labor CommitteeMike Martinez, chair of the committee provided updates. The committee discussed the Sunset recommendation to competitively bid all transportation services, timeline of process, building relationships with union representative and upcoming meetings between Capital Metro, StarTran and ATU Local 1091. Analysis will be performed in May.

VII. Action Items:

1. Resolution CMTA-2010-92 Board Minutes

Approval of board minutes for November 10, 2010 board meeting.

RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]

MOVER: John Langmore, Vice Chairman

SECONDER: Frank Fernandez, Board Member

AYES: Chafetz, Silas, Langmore, Fernandez, Stafford, Hlista, Martinez, Riley

2. Resolution CMTA-2010-93 2011 Board Calendar

Approval of the Capital Metro 2011 Board Calendar.

Public Comment:

1. Krisha Hagler spoke on appointments for public comments to give people a chance to speak today, issues regarding IVR system, not notified of hearings and board meetings. The board meetings should be held at different times. Functional assessment, lay out exactly what that is. Also, issues with fare increase and no one wanting to ride the trains.

2. Michael Zitz-Evancih spoke on Capital Metro's mission and consider board meetings for regular day.





3. Resolution CMTA-2010-94 Fare Policy

Approval of a resolution adopting the Fare Policy for Public Transportation Services.

Director of Financial Planning Frank Ordaz provided updates.

Public Comment:



1. Krisha Hagler spoke on fare increase, this is unreal, get rid of MetroRail.

2. Katherine Rutledge spoke on issues regarding STS, the changes made most people did not want, issues with fare increase, wanted to let the board know the STS drivers are courteous and would like to know if you are listening to us.

3. Carlos Aleman discussed issues regarding the fare increase. Think about what you are doing. Why was the fare free ride extended to seniors and the disabled? The reasons were noble, think about it and go back and review that. It is hard to understand what changes are, be more clear. There is a lot to be considered.

4. Bill Johnson concerned with fare increase. He stated he was told this was going to be discussed. Why did you have to raise it and when is it going to stop?

5. Alaine Larson commented on some positive redirection and better communication and recording needs to be updated on system, who to call for input, bus stop closures and complaint about bus driver would not let her exit at a certain stop.

6. Sandy Seekamp commented on the 20 percent recovery issue, don't need an additional fee.

7. Michael Zitz-Evancih commented to make adjustments to everything.

8. Robin Orlowski stated she agrees with having a yearly pass but for the board to consider a yearly fee of $100 then the pass will be manageable for everybody.

Frank Fernandez stated to make clear and help manage expectations, balance with long term sustainability . This policy will set a process when we are looking at fare increases.

Chris Riley stated that this is the guiding principle in this fare policy and it will help us in the future.


MOVER: Frank Fernandez, Board Member

SECONDER: Norm Chafetz, Board Member


4. Resolution CMTA-2010-95 Approval on Investment Policy

Approval of a resolution acknowledging an annual review of the Investment Policy as required by the Texas Public Funds Investment Act.


MOVER: Ann Stafford, Board Member

SECONDER: Justine Hlista, Board Member


5. Resolution CMTA-2010-96 FY2011 Internal Audit Services Plan

FY2011 internal audit services plan.




MOVER: Justine Hlista, Board Member



6. Resolution CMTA-2010-97 Service Expansion ILA with City of Cedar Park

Approval of a resolution authorizing the president/CEO, or her designee, to finalize and execute an interlocal agreement with the City of Cedar Park. This agreement will result in modifying Route 214 to serve Cedar Park. Cedar Park will pay Capital Metro for their share of the cost of this service.

Meredith Highsmith, planner provided updates.

Norm Chafetz - When will Cedar Park act?

Highsmith - On December 16th.

Chris Riley - When will service begin?

Highsmith - January 18th.

Riley - Can you give us a briefing on how it works?

Highsmith gave and explanation of how it works. (see handout)

Riley - This is a 25 foot bus? We will be working with City etc...?

Highsmith - Yes.


MOVER: Beverly Silas, Secretary



7. Resolution CMTA-2010-98 Interim Manor Park & Ride Lease

Approval of a resolution authorizing the president/CEO or her designee, to execute a lease with the Eternal Faith Baptist Church in Manor effective January 1, 2011, and expiring December 31, 2011, with a month-to-month renewal provision at the same monthly rate to provide interim park & ride service for the City of Manor in an amount not to exceed $10,500.

Director of Property Management and Real Estate, John Hodges, provided updates.

John Langmore - What bus is it servicing?

Todd Hemingson - Route 990, CARTS would extend service.

Langmore - The people from Elgin to Austin?

Hemingson - Yes.

Chris Riley - The timing to Elgin?

Hemingson - I will check on that.

Ann Stafford - What is the capacity of space?

Hodges - About 75 spaces, ability for 100 spaces.



Riley stated not well served with side walk issues etc..., but okay for short term.


MOVER: Chris Riley, Board Member

SECONDER: John Langmore, Vice Chairman


8. Resolution CMTA-2010-99 Trapeze Software Upgrades MetroAccess

Approval of a resolution authorizing the president/CEO, or her designee, to finalize and execute a contract with Trapeze Software, Inc. for the purchase of two (2) software modules, implementation assistance, and the first year of support services in an amount not to exceed $137,500.

Chief Information Officer Kirk Talbott provided updates.

Linda Watson commented that this is separate from our IVR system.

Stafford - What is the pay back, is it more effective?

Linda Watson directed staff to see if other fixed route service, scheduling is more efficient, no shows etc...





VIII. Presentations: None

IX. Reports: 1. Planning/DevelopmentVP, Strategic Planning and Development Todd Hemingson provided updates. He discussed ridership for the past month and the average daily ridership for MetroRail which was steady for October at around 857 riders.2. OperationsEVP, and Interim Chief Operating Officer Elaine Timbes provide updates. (see attachment)Chair Martinez - Was it maintenance issues or coolant?Carl Woodby explained the issue.Chair Martinez - What triggered the road call?

John Langmore - Congress service change will fix that problem in it's entirety?Timbes - No, that's part of the problem.Langmore - Any financial implication for Veolia falling behind with these complaints?Timbes - Yes, I will provide those to you.Frank Fernandez commented that with these metrics are different challenges, different routes, different contractors, tweaking the goals.Timbes - We are working with each contractor and agreed to what we can do.Norm Chafetz - Can we get something like a cheat sheet?



Chair Martinez - Different performance measure for each piece of equipment?Timbes - There are many issues that play into it.Langmore - There has to be some accountability, at some point we need to see a turn.Hodges - An analysis, summaries of the analysis every month?Timbes - We will provide more information.Ann Stafford - Do we have a plan in place to handle this?Timbes - We need more people.Chair Martinez - Compare ridership numbers with different contracted services. 3. FinanceIterim Chief Financial Officer Billy Hamilton provided updates. He also reported that the agency received the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting fro the Government Finance Officers Association. He recognized Controller Pam Laine for her work. The board thanked the finance team.Line item 130, there is a 214 percent discrepancy.Hamilton - During creation of the budget process when composed, cleaned it up, salary was not budgeted for a couple months etc...John Langmore - Income statements, grant issues?Hamilton - Timing was off.Langmore - Third party fares being off?Hamilton - Timing issues, tickets sold through retail outlets, HEB etc..., bulk purchase issue.Frank Fernandez - It was allocated to October instead of November?Hamilton - Expecting more in.Chris Riley - Freight rail contractor expenses?Hamiltion- The contractor runs the cars and consumes fuel and bills the agency. The agency collects money from the hauling. We had a surge in freight hauling, we will get that money back.Fernandez requested staff to compare month to month balance sheet.Hamilton - We have.Fernandez - Regarding passenger fares, what's going on there?Hamilton - Technical glitch, passenger fare was down and ridership was up. Implies mix fare is lower.Fernandez - Should catch up your end.Hamilton - We tried to load up, average fare is lower.Fernandez - Labor cost, what do we attribute that too?Hamilton - Labor cost down, we have made some efforts to bring down cost.Langmore - Balance sheet example, 32 million to date?Pam Laine - We will get a list for you.Langmore - 20 million long term liabilities.Laine - The rail purchase agreement and City of Austin.Norm Chafetz - Add another column with total fiscal year budget, how we are making progress.Chair Martinez - That would be much more useful, more legible.Fernandez - Moved to have our finance and budget broken down by line of business like we do with operations. 4. President’s Report

• Recognitions/Awards - President/CEO Linda Watson reported on the agency receiving an equity return from Texas Municipal League for successful loss prevention efforts, this was the second time for Capital Metro to receive this honor. She



congratulated Pam Laine for her work that earned us the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting from the Government Finance Officers Association. Linda also introduced the new Accessible Transportation Specialist Martin Kareithi. Ann Stafford commented that the fact that employees are not suffering any injuries, that is a wonderful reward.

• Recent and Upcoming Events

X. Items for Future Discussion:

XI. Adjournment The meeting was adjourned at 3:42 p.m.

ADA Compliance Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications are provided upon request. Please call (512) 389-7458 or email [email protected] if you need more information.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS: Mayor Pro Tem Mike Martinez, Chairperson; John Langmore, vice chair; Beverly S. Silas, board secretary; Council Member Chris Riley; Mayor Justine Hlista; Frank Fernandez; Ann M. Stafford and Norm Chafetz. Board Liaison: Gina Estrada (512) 3897458, email [email protected] if you need more information.

The Board of Directors may go into closed session under the Texas Open Meetings Act. In accordance with Texas Government Code, Section 551.071, consultation with attorney for any legal issues, under Section 551.072 for real property issues; under Section 551.074 for personnel matters, or under Section 551.076, for deliberation regarding the deployment or implementation of security personnel or devices; arising regarding any item listed on this agenda.

________________________________ Date: December 8, 2010Yvonne AllenLegal/Board Support Specialist II


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Board of Directors CMTA-2010-92

Board Minutes

SUBJECT: Approval of board minutes for November 10, 2010 board meeting.

FISCAL IMPACT: This action has no fiscal impact.

ROUTE 2025 STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT: Does not apply.

DBE PARTICIPATION: Does not apply.

RESPONSIBLE DEPARTMENT: Board of Directors

LEGAL COUNSEL SIGNATURE: __________________________________

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2011 Board Calendar

SUBJECT: Approval of the Capital Metro 2011 Board Calendar.


COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION: Does not apply.

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: Section 451.514 of the Texas Transportation Code requires the board to hold at least one regular meeting each month to transact the business of the Authority and to set the place, date, and time for each meeting.

ROUTE 2025 STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT: Does not apply.


PROCUREMENT: Does Not Apply

RESPONSIBLE DEPARTMENT: Board Liaison


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WHEREAS, Section 451.514 of the Texas Transportation Code requires the Board to hold at least one regular meeting each month to transact the business of the Authority and to set the place, date, and time for each meeting.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Capital Metropolitan Transportation Authority board of directors adopts the board calendar meetings for 2011.






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Fare Policy

SUBJECT: Approval of a resolution adopting the Fare Policy for Public Transportation Services.


COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION: This agenda item will be presented to the finance/audit committee on December 7, 2010.

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: The Fare Policy for Public Transportation Services establishes the following six guidelines for setting or restructuring Capital Metro fares:

1. Promote ridership on all modes of Capital Metro transportation; 2. Establish equitable fares; 3. Enhance mobility and access; 4. Maintain/increase fare revenue stream; 5. Offset operating costs; and 6. Minimize fare collection costs.

The Fare Policy for Public Transportation Services also explains the fare structure, third-party fare agreements, Capital Metro identification cards, fare promotions, fare media donations, and the Basic Needs Transportation Fund.

ROUTE 2025 STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT: Sustainable Business Growth.


PROCUREMENT: Does not apply.

RESPONSIBLE DEPARTMENT: Finance & Administration


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Fare Policy

WHEREAS, Sec. 451.061. of the Texas Transportation Code provides that an authority shall impose reasonable and nondiscriminatory fares, tolls, charges, rents, and other compensation for the use of the transit authority system sufficient to produce revenue, together with tax revenue received by the authority, in an amount adequate to pay all the expenses necessary to operate and maintain the transit authority system; and

WHEREAS, The Capital Metropolitan Transportation Authority is committed to ensuring the Authority's financial sustainability; and

WHEREAS, the board of directors desires to establish a fare policy.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Capital Metropolitan Transportation Authority board of directors that the Fare Policy presented and attached hereto is hereby approved.


MOVER: Frank Fernandez, Board Member




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Approval on Investment Policy

SUBJECT: Approval of a resolution acknowledging an annual review of the Investment Policy as required by the Texas Public Funds Investment Act.


COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION: This agenda item will be presented for approval by the finance/audit committee on December 7, 2010.

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: Attached is the Capital Metro's current Investment Policy. The investment policy was last reviewed in November 2009. The current policy is in compliance with the Texas Public Funds Investment Act. The policy was reviewed by our investment management consultant in September 2010, and there are no changes recommended at this time.




RESPONSIBLE DEPARTMENT: Finance & Administration


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Approval on Investment Policy

WHEREAS, Capital Metro is required to invest funds in accordance with the Texas Public Funds Investment Act; and

WHEREAS, the Texas Public Funds Investment Act requires an annual review of the approved investment policy.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Capital Metropolitan Transportation Authority board of directors that the attached Investment Policy of Capital Metro has been reviewed and no changes are recommended.


MOVER: Ann Stafford, Board Member




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FY2011 Internal Audit Services Plan

SUBJECT: FY2011 internal audit services plan.

FISCAL IMPACT: Funding for this action is available in the FY2011 capital budget.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION: This agenda item will be presented for approval by the finance/audit committee on December 7, 2010.

International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing, Performance Standard 2020: Communication and Approval, requires that the chief audit executive communicate the internal audit activity's plans and resource requirements, including significant interim changes, to senior management and to the board for its review and approval.

This resolution seeks the board’s formal approval of the FY2011 internal audit services plan.



RESPONSIBLE DEPARTMENT: Internal Audit


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FY2011 Internal Audit Services Plan

WHERAS, the FY2011 audit services plan considers potential risks and opportunities for the Authority; and

WHERAS, the FY2011 audit services plan was prepared in accordance with professional internal auditing standards; and

WHERAS, the FY2011 audit services plan provides a mix of audit projects to mitigate risks, develop recommendations for improvement and/or cost savings, and monitor the progress towards implementing past audit recommendations.

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Capital Metropolitan Transportation Authority Board of Directors that the FY2011 audit services plan is adopted and sets a program to provide relevant and useful information to the board of directors.


MOVER: Justine Hlista, Board Member




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Service Expansion ILA with City of Cedar Park

SUBJECT: Approval of a resolution authorizing the president/CEO, or her designee, to finalize and execute an interlocal agreement with the City of Cedar Park. This agreement will result in modifying Route 214 to serve Cedar Park. Cedar Park will pay Capital Metro for their share of the cost of this service.

FISCAL IMPACT: This action has no net fiscal impact.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION: This agenda item will be presented for approval by the planning and operations committee on December 6, 2010.

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: Capital Metro’s mission is to provide high quality, customer-focused, effective, and efficient transportation services and systems for communities in our region. In June of 2008, Capital Metro’s Board of Directors approved the Service Expansion Policy, which allows Capital Metro to partner with cities in the region that are not currently a part of Capital Metro’s service area. Capital Metro staff and consultants designed procedures to implement the policy. In support of these endeavors, Capital Metro will partner with Cedar Park to create access to the current Capital Metro system through a proposed Flex Bus Route for Cedar Park. This new service offering will add four (4) stops in the City of Cedar Park on Route 214 Northwest Flex, connecting passengers to Lakeline Station. This is the first service expansion agreement to be executed under the new policy.

The Interlocal Agreement states that the City of Cedar Park will reimburse Capital Metro for the total amount of $116,858 for bus service and stops during the one year pilot. Should Cedar Park wish to renew after the first year of service, they will be responsible for reimbursing Capital Metro $100,558 annually for each year of service thereafter.

ROUTE 2025 STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT: Strategic Partnering.



RESPONSIBLE DEPARTMENT: Strategic Planning


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Service Expansion ILA with City of Cedar Park

WHEREAS, the Capital Metro board of directors approved the Service Expansion Policy for the purpose of providing new or expanded transit service through the creation of partnerships; and

WHEREAS, the board has considered staff comments and recommendations based on comments received during several public meetings and also considered comments received at the September 20, 2010 Public Hearing, as well as the September 24, 2010 Board Meeting; and

WHEREAS, the Board wishes to accomplish the purposes outlined in the accompanying memorandum, a copy of which is incorporated herein by reference.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Capital Metropolitan Transportation Authority Board of Directors that the Interlocal Agreement with the City of Cedar Park described in the attached document dated December 8, 2010 are hereby approved for implementation beginning January 18, 2011.






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Interim Manor Park & Ride Lease

SUBJECT: Approval of a resolution authorizing the president/CEO or her designee, to execute a lease with the Eternal Faith Baptist Church in Manor effective January 1, 2011, and expiring December 31, 2011, with a month-to-month renewal provision at the same monthly rate to provide interim park & ride service for the City of Manor in an amount not to exceed $10,500.

FISCAL IMPACT: Funding for this action is available in the FY2011 operating budget.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION: This agenda item will be presented for approval at the Operations/Planning Committee on December 6, 2010.

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: The Capital Metro FY2011 capital budget includes funding for construction of what will become a wholly-owned park & ride in Manor. Construction of that facility is anticipated to be completed some time in the latter part of calendar year 2011. As an interim solution to providing park & ride service to the City of Manor, Capital Metro has negotiated an agreement with the Eternal Faith Baptist Church in Manor, located on FM 973 near Old Highway 20, for use of its parking lot and for a period of time necessary to complete construction of the permanent park & ride.

ROUTE 2025 STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT: Strategic Partnering.



RESPONSIBLE DEPARTMENT: Operations Administration


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Interim Manor Park & Ride Lease

WHEREAS, Capital Metro remains committed to serving the transportation needs of Manor; and

WHEREAS, Capital Metro is currently constructing a permanent park & ride in Manor with completion of construction anticipated in calendar year 2011; and

WHEREAS, it is necessary, proper and in the public interest for Capital Metro to provide interim Park & Ride service to the City of Manor, Texas until the permanent Park & Ride is operational.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Capital Metropolitan Transportation Authority Board of Directors that the president/CEO, or her designee is authorized to execute a lease with the Eternal Faith Baptist Church in Manor effective January 1, 2011, and expiring December 31, 2011, with a month-to-month renewal provision at the same monthly rate to provide interim park & ride service for the City of Manor in an amount not to exceed $10,500.


MOVER: Chris Riley, Board Member

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Trapeze Software Upgrades MetroAccess

SUBJECT: Approval of a resolution authorizing the president/CEO, or her designee, to finalize and execute a contract with Trapeze Software, Inc. for the purchase of two (2) software modules, implementation assistance, and the first year of support services in an amount not to exceed $137,500.

FISCAL IMPACT: Funding for this action is available in the FY2011 capital budget.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION: This agenda item will be presented for approval by the planning/operations committee on December 6, 2010.

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: In 2000, Capital Metro implemented Trapeze Software Groups’ PASS software module, which automated trip scheduling and dispatch functions for the paratransit side of the Authority. Capital Metro is now seeking to add onto and improve this suite of software to better monitor and control the customer certification process and to analyze trip data to make full use of existing fixed route service.

Currently, Capital Metro primarily uses manual processes for paratransit client certification processing. The current user certification process does not require enough checks and balances to make sure the system is not being misused. The intent of adding the CERT software module is to manage proper applicant notifications, assign eligibility conditions, manage eligibility workflow, and improve reporting by using the features provided by this software.

The Authority is currently not using any automated process to see if there is an alternative to providing a trip on fixed route and thus saving the department the expense of providing a special trip. The current process does not have the ability to easily determine if a less costly fixed route exists that will provide the needed service. The intent of adding the IPA software module is to reduce cost by using existing fixed route service when at all possible by using the features provided by this IPA software module.

ROUTE 2025 STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT: Customer Driven Service Excellence.


PROCUREMENT: This proposed contract will be solicited under sole source procurement procedures in accordance with Capital Metro’s Acquisition Policy and Procedures. The price of this proposed contract has been determined to be fair and reasonable based on comparison to the price paid for similar logic used at other transit systems. The vendor's proposed price includes a $16,000 savings if Capital Metro is able to enter into a contract prior to the end of the calendar year.

RESPONSIBLE DEPARTMENT: Information Technology

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WHEREAS, the Capital Metro board of directors recognizes the need to obtain and pay for additional software modules.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Capital Metropolitan Transportation Authority board of directors that the president/CEO, or her designee, is authorized to issue purchase orders for the purchase of two (2) software modules, implementation assistance and the first year of support services from the Trapeze Software Group in an amount not to exceed $137,500.






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