Santa Cruz County Transit and Transportation Agency Meetings - Audio Tracks

SCCRTC's summary of the last 3 episodes: The existing bridges are old and most have deteriorated to an unusable state. There are advantages for rebuilding the bridges to the E80 freight standards. That will be expensive, but there are not many savings to be had with lower ratings. The RTC does not know how much it will cost to replace them. The RTC's highlights: "The Commission received an update...

An introduction to bridge load ratings for non-engineers by from HDR. Agenda: https://sccrtc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/2024-04-04-RTC-agenda-revised.pdf

A very basic presentation of the ZEPRT covering topics that have been discussed many times and published. I think this was an opportunity for the consultant (HDR) staff (Tiffany Mendoza) to make the presentation. Agenda: https://sccrtc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/2024-04-04-RTC-agenda-revised.pdf

Scott Eades from CalTrans discusses projects and funding opportunities in the area. Agenda: https://sccrtc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/2024-04-04-RTC-agenda-revised.pdf

Commisioner Schiffren discussed the "good news" that one of 4 bids came in under the engineer's estimate.

ED Weiss read a scripted announcement covering ongoing projects. Of note, at about 5:00 minutes in he addressed concerns about the possibility of losing the large grant for the upcoming Coastal Trail segments (see 3/26 SC County Supervisor's meeting). Commisioner Johnson: "Yeah, I just want, and regard to the item that's pulled today, there's a lot of concern about the grant being lost. Can you sa...

Commisioner reports - Com Koenig reports on a visit to Sacramento meeting with lobbyists and transportation funding agencies. There are challenges. Agenda: https://sccrtc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/2024-04-04-RTC-agenda-revised.pdf

INTERIM CEO/GM ORAL REPORT Daniel Zaragoza, Interim CEO/General Manager 3/22/24 - SC Metro Board Meeting notes and links Meeting Portal with video link https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BaRWW6uPkw8&list=PLo9N9AsVOVvT_Ae6YrLvf_pJKSTzuuMqX Agenda https://scmtd.com/images/department/board/archive/agendas/2024/2024.03.22-BOD-Agenda.pdf

Continuation of the presentation by John Urgo and Daniel Costantino (Jarrett Walker and Associates) on the Reimagine Metro service upgrades including board questions and comments. If you are interested in the presentation there is a video here: https://youtu.be/sXJPA9yiN5w 3/22/24 - SC Metro Board Meeting notes and links Meeting Portal with video link https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BaRWW6uPkw8&am...

Presentation by John Urgo and Daniel Costantino (Jarrett Walker and Associates) on the Reimagine Metro service upgrades. If you are interested in the presentation there is a video here: https://youtu.be/sXJPA9yiN5w 3/22/24 - SC Metro Board Meeting notes and links Meeting Portal with video link https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BaRWW6uPkw8&list=PLo9N9AsVOVvT_Ae6YrLvf_pJKSTzuuMqX Agenda https://sc...

Discussion of a revised salary schedule for the new CEO/GM position. Julie Sherman, General Counsel 3/22/24 - SC Metro Board Meeting notes and links Meeting Portal with video link https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BaRWW6uPkw8&list=PLo9N9AsVOVvT_Ae6YrLvf_pJKSTzuuMqX Agenda https://scmtd.com/images/department/board/archive/agendas/2024/2024.03.22-BOD-Agenda.pdf

Federal Legislative Update with Christopher Giglio of https://www.capitaledge.com/ 3/22/24 - SC Metro Board Meeting notes and links Meeting Portal with video link https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BaRWW6uPkw8&list=PLo9N9AsVOVvT_Ae6YrLvf_pJKSTzuuMqX Agenda https://scmtd.com/images/department/board/archive/agendas/2024/2024.03.22-BOD-Agenda.pdf

Comments and questions from the board on the state legislative update (Part 4). 3/22/24 - SC Metro Board Meeting notes and links Meeting Portal with video link https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BaRWW6uPkw8&list=PLo9N9AsVOVvT_Ae6YrLvf_pJKSTzuuMqX Agenda https://scmtd.com/images/department/board/archive/agendas/2024/2024.03.22-BOD-Agenda.pdf

Presentation by Michael Pimentel on the legislative situation in the state. This primarily affects Metro's funding. Mr. Pimentel works for Shaw Yoder Antwih Schmelzer & Lange, a lobbying group in Sacramento. ( https://syaslpartners.com/about/#target_modal_michael-pimentel ) 3/22/24 - SC Metro Board Meeting notes and links Meeting Portal with video link https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BaRWW6uPk...

3/22/24 - SC Metro Board Meeting notes and links Meeting Portal with video link https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BaRWW6uPkw8&list=PLo9N9AsVOVvT_Ae6YrLvf_pJKSTzuuMqX Agenda https://scmtd.com/images/department/board/archive/agendas/2024/2024.03.22-BOD-Agenda.pdf

3/22/24 - SC Metro Board Meeting notes and links Meeting Portal with video link https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BaRWW6uPkw8&list=PLo9N9AsVOVvT_Ae6YrLvf_pJKSTzuuMqX Agenda https://scmtd.com/images/department/board/archive/agendas/2024/2024.03.22-BOD-Agenda.pdf

TBD 3/22/24 - SC Metro Board Meeting notes and links Meeting Portal with video link https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BaRWW6uPkw8&list=PLo9N9AsVOVvT_Ae6YrLvf_pJKSTzuuMqX Agenda https://scmtd.com/images/department/board/archive/agendas/2024/2024.03.22-BOD-Agenda.pdf

In this episode, a board meeting focused on discussing the future of a significant trail project. Initially, a motion was made to accept staff recommendations on public hearing and certification of environmental impact reports for segments of the trail, while also seeking further analysis on ways to reduce trail size to preserve trees and lessen environmental impacts, address cost reduction measur...

In this episode, Chair Cummings expresses strong support for advancing the rail and trail project, emphasizing respect for the voters' decision in Measure D and the importance of equity. The project risks losing significant state funding, potentially jeopardizing future funding and creating disparities between different county regions. He highlights the urgency of moving forward without delay to a...

During a discussion about concerns raised by a mobile home park encroaching on RTC property, it was noted that fitting both the trail and railroad tracks in the constrained corridor is challenging due to varying widths. The environmental review positioned the trail to minimize impacts, but encroachments are being addressed separately. There's an ongoing effort to modify the design to lessen proper...

Brief comments from Chair Cummings. 3/26/24 - SC County Supervisors notes and links Meeting Portal with video link https://santacruzcountyca.iqm2.com/Citizens/Default.aspx Agenda https://santacruzcountyca.iqm2.com/Citizens/FileOpen.aspx? Type=14&ID=1698&Inline=True The Agenda Packet it also available on the Portal. It is a very large file. Sections of the Agenda Packet related to the topic...

In this episode, Supervisor Koenig addresses concerns regarding the environmental impact, safety, cost, timing, and funding related to a proposed trail project. Initially focusing on environmental concerns, Koenig highlights the Sierra Club's inquiry about minimizing tree removal by narrowing the trail's width. A response indicates a potential 16% reduction in tree removal by decreasing the trail...

Supervisor Hernandez expresses strong support for the Environmental Impact Report (EIR) related to a public works project, emphasizing the importance of equity and the need to include South County in the project planning. They agree with pursuing the ultimate trail option B and inquire about the inclusion of bridges and trestles in the project scope, particularly in light of new, cost-effective pe...

In a detailed board meeting discussion, Commissioner McPherson expresses gratitude towards the public works staff, RTC, and various elected officials for their dedication to addressing the complex and debatable issue of rail corridor use. Highlighting years of dialogue, he supports major studies aimed at examining the feasibility and potential benefits of passenger rail service. Despite supporting...

3/26/24 - SC County Supervisors notes and links Meeting Portal with video link https://santacruzcountyca.iqm2.com/Citizens/Default.aspx Agenda https://santacruzcountyca.iqm2.com/Citizens/FileOpen.aspx? Type=14&ID=1698&Inline=True The Agenda Packet it also available on the Portal. It is a very large file. Sections of the Agenda Packet related to the topics covered in the podcast and divided...