LAVTA on freeway with other traffic

Board of Directors Meeting

Meeting Details

Materials will be posted 72 hours prior to meeting.

LAVTA on freeway with other traffic

Board of Directors Meeting

Meeting Details

Materials will be posted 72 hours prior to meeting.

LAVTA on freeway with other traffic

Board of Directors Meeting

Meeting Details

Materials will be posted 72 hours prior to meeting.

LAVTA on freeway with other traffic

May 5, 2025

FOR PUBLIC PARTICIPATION, PLEASE SEE AGENDA FOR FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS TO JOIN OUR MEETING.

  1. Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
  2. Roll Call of Members
  3. Meeting Open to Public
  4. Consent Agenda
    Recommend approval of all items on Consent Agenda as follows:

    A. Minutes of the April 7, 2025, Board of Directors Meeting

    B. Treasurer’s Report for March 2025
    Recommendation: The Finance & Administration Committee recommends that the Board of Directors approve the March 2025 Treasurer’s Report.

    C. Approval of Resolutions Authorizing Staff to Apply for TDA, STA, RM2 and RM3 funds for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 
    Recommendation: The Finance and Administration Committee recommends that the Board of Directors approve the Resolution 14-2025 and Resolution 15-2025 authorizing the filing of a claim with MTC for Allocation of TDA Article 4.0, 4.5, STA, RM2, and RM3 Funds for Fiscal Year 2025-2026.  
  1. Public Hearing Regarding Staff Vacancies (AB 2561) 
    Recommendation: Recommend that the Board of Directors hold a public hearing to receive any comments on LAVTA’s current vacancies and retention and hiring policies as required by Assembly Bill 2561 (2024).
  1. Legislative Update
    Recommendation: The Finance & Administration Committee recommends the Board accept the legislative update report and approve four legislative positions. 
  1. Cradlepoint Routers Procurement 
    Recommendation: Recommend that the Board of Directors approve (1) a purchase order issued to Always Connect Solutions, LLC for the purchase of sixty (60) Cradlepoint R1900 routers and associated licenses, modems, switches, and antennas for $279,894.54, plus a 10% contingency in the amount of $27,989.45, increasing the total not-to-exceed amount to $307,884; and (2) a contract to Vontas, a subdivision of Trapeze Software Group, Inc., for the installation kits, associated cabling, licensing for the multimodal interface, and warranty for $195,926, plus a 10% contingency in the amount of $19,592.60, increasing the total not-to-exceed amount to $215,518.60.
  1. FY2026 Operating and Capital Budget 
    Recommendation: The Finance and Administration Committee recommends that the Board of Directors approve the FY 2026 Operating and Capital Budget and Resolution 16-2025.
  1. Executive Director’s Report 
  2. Matters Initiated by the Board of Directors
  3. Next Meeting Date is Scheduled for: June 2, 2025
  4. Adjournment

Please refrain from wearing scented products (perfume, cologne, after-shave, etc.) to these meetings, as there may be people in attendance susceptible to environmental illnesses.

I hereby certify that this agenda was posted 72 hours in advance of the noted meeting.

LAVTA, Executive Assistant /s/ Lynn Domagas 4/4/2025

On request, the Livermore Amador Valley Transit Authority will provide written agenda materials in appropriate alternative formats, or disability-related modification or accommodation, including auxiliary aids or services, to enable individuals with disabilities to participate in public meetings. A written request, including name of the person, mailing address, phone number and brief description of the requested materials and preferred alternative format or auxiliary aid or service should be sent at least seven (7) days before the meeting. Requests should be sent to:

Executive Director
Livermore Amador Valley Transit Authority
1362 Rutan Court, Suite 100
Livermore, CA 94551
Fax: 925.443.1375
Email: [email protected]

LAVTA on freeway with other traffic


FOR PUBLIC PARTICIPATION, PLEASE SEE AGENDA FOR FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS TO JOIN OUR MEETING.

  1. Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
  2. Roll Call of Members
  3. Meeting Open to Public
  4. Minutes from March 5, 2025 Tri-Valley Accessible Advisory Committee
  5. Consent Agenda Recommend approval of all items on Consent Agenda as follows:

    A. Minutes of the March 3, 2025, Board of Directors Meeting

    B. Treasurer’s Report for February 2025 Recommendation: The Finance & Administration Committee recommends that the Board of Directors approve the February 2025 Treasurer’s Report.

    C. State Low Carbon Transit Operations Program (LCTOP) Resolution Recommendation: The Finance & Administration Committee recommends that the Board of Directors approve Resolution 10-2025 in support of an allocation request to Caltrans for the FY 2024-2025 Low Carbon Transit Operations Program (LCTOP) to construct necessary facility improvements at LAVTA’s Atlantis Operations & Maintenance Facility to replace existing aging, insufficient facilities and accommodate the agency’s transition to and future expansion of a 100% Fuel Cell Electric Bus (FCEB) fleet.

    D. LAVTA Records Retentions Policy Recommendation: The Finance and Administration Committee recommends that the Board of Directors approve Resolution 11-2025 and the Records Retention Policy.

    E. Capital Projects Update Recommendation: None – Information only.
  6. Recognizing Hector Garcia, Recipient of the Katherine McClary Award Recommendation: Review and approve Resolution 12-2025, recognizing Katherine McClary Award recipient Hector Garcia.
  7. Legislative Update Recommendation: The Finance and Administration Committee recommends the Board of Directors accept this report and approve one legislative position: · SB 63 (Wiener, Arreguin) – Local Revenue Measure: Transportation Funding – SUPPORT IF AMENDED
  8. Conflict of Interest Policy Recommendation: Staff recommends the Board approve Resolution 13-2025, authorizing the Adoption of an Organizational Conflict of Interest Policy for all Projects Funded by the U.S. Department of Energy and Design-Build Projects.
  9. Executive Director’s Report
  10. Matters Initiated by the Board of Directors
  11. Next Meeting Date is Scheduled for: May 5, 2025
  12. Adjournment

Please refrain from wearing scented products (perfume, cologne, after-shave, etc.) to these meetings, as there may be people in attendance susceptible to environmental illnesses.

I hereby certify that this agenda was posted 72 hours in advance of the noted meeting.

LAVTA, Executive Assistant /s/ Lynn Domagas 4/4/2025

On request, the Livermore Amador Valley Transit Authority will provide written agenda materials in appropriate alternative formats, or disability-related modification or accommodation, including auxiliary aids or services, to enable individuals with disabilities to participate in public meetings. A written request, including name of the person, mailing address, phone number and brief description of the requested materials and preferred alternative format or auxiliary aid or service should be sent at least seven (7) days before the meeting. Requests should be sent to:

Executive Director
Livermore Amador Valley Transit Authority
1362 Rutan Court, Suite 100
Livermore, CA 94551
Fax: 925.443.1375
Email: [email protected]

LAVTA on freeway with other traffic

Board of Directors Meeting

Board of Directors Meeting

For public participation, please see the agenda for further instructions to join our meeting.

  1. Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
  2. Roll Call of Members
  3. Meeting Open to Public
    Members of the audience may address the Board of Directors on any matter within the general subject matter jurisdiction of the LAVTA Board of Directors.
    Unless members of the audience submit speaker forms before the start of the meeting requesting to address the board on specific items on the agenda, all comments must be made during this item of business. Speaker cards are available at the entrance to the meeting room and should be submitted to the Board secretary.
    Public comments should not exceed three (3) minutes.
    Items are placed on the Agenda by the Chairman of the Board of Directors, the Executive Director, or by any three members of the Board of Directors. Agendas are published 72 hours prior to the meeting.
    No action may be taken on matters raised that are not on the Agenda.
    For the sake of brevity, all questions from the public, Board and Staff will be directed through the Chair.
  4. Consent Agenda
    Recommend approval of all items on Consent Agenda as follows:

    A. Minutes – February 3, 2025 Board Meeting

    B. Treasurer’s Report for January 2025
    Recommendation: The Finance and Administration Committee recommends that the Board of Directors approve the January 2025 Treasurer’s Report.

    C. LAVTA 2025 Title VI Plan
    Recommendation: The Projects and Services Committee recommends the Board of Directors approve Resolution 09-2025 and LAVTA’s 2025 Title VI Program for submittal to the FTA.
  5. LAVTA Operations and Maintenance Contract Award
    Recommendation: The Projects and Services Committee recommends the Board of Directors approve Resolution 09-2025 and LAVTA’s 2025 Title VI Program for submittal to the FTA.
  6. Executive Director’s Report
  7. Matters Initiated by the Board of Directors
    Items may be placed on the agenda at the request of three members of the Board.
  8. Next Meeting Date is Scheduled for: April 7, 2025
  9. Adjournment

    I hereby certify that this agenda was posted 72 hours in advance of the noted meeting.
    LAVTA, Executive Assistant /s/ Michelle Kumar 2/27/2025

    On request, the Livermore Amador Valley Transit Authority will provide written agenda materials in appropriate alternative formats, or disability-related modification or accommodation, including auxiliary aids or services, to enable individuals with disabilities to participate in public meetings. A written request, including name of the person, mailing address, phone number and brief description of the requested materials and preferred alternative format or auxiliary aid or service should be sent at least seven (7) days before the meeting. Requests should be sent to:

    Executive Director
    Livermore Amador Valley Transit Authority
    1362 Rutan Court, Suite 100
    Livermore, CA 94551
    Fax: 925.443.1375
    Email: [email protected]
LAVTA on freeway with other traffic

Board of Directors Meeting

Meeting Details

For public participation, please see the agenda for further instructions to join our meeting.

  1. Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
  2. Roll Call of Members
  3. Meeting Open to Public
    Members of the audience may address the Board of Directors on any matter within the general subject matter jurisdiction of the LAVTA Board of Directors.
    Unless members of the audience submit speaker forms before the start of the meeting requesting to address the board on specific items on the agenda, all comments must be made during this item of business. Speaker cards are available at the entrance to the meeting room and should be submitted to the Board secretary.
    Public comments should not exceed three (3) minutes.
    Items are placed on the Agenda by the Chairman of the Board of Directors, the Executive Director, or by any three members of the Board of Directors. Agendas are published 72 hours prior to the meeting.
    No action may be taken on matters raised that are not on the Agenda.
    For the sake of brevity, all questions from the public, Board and Staff will be directed through the Chair.
  4. Minutes from January 8, 2025 Tri-Valley Accessible Advisory Committee
  5. Consent Agenda
    Recommend approval of all items on Consent Agenda as follows:
    A. Minutes of the January 6, 2025, Board of Directors Meeting
    B. Treasurer’s Report for December 2024
    Recommendation: The Finance and Administration Committee recommends that the Board of Directors approve the December 2024 Treasurer’s Report
    C. 2025 County Fair Shuttle
    D. Acceptance of Property
    Action Requested: Adopt Resolution 07-2025 which authorizes the Executive Director to accept the deed on behalf of the Authority.
    E. Consolidation of Existing Fares
    Action Requested: The Finance and Administration Committee recommends the Board of Directors adopt Resolution 05-2025, consolidating LAVTA’s existing fares and fare policies into one updated resolution.
  6. Resolution of Appreciation for Karla Brown
    Action Requested: Staff requests that the Board of Directors adopt Resolution 06-2025 in recognition of and appreciation for the nearly twelve years of service of outgoing Pleasanton Mayor and LAVTA Board Member Karla Brown.
  7. Adoption of the 2025 Legislative Program
    Action Requested: The Finance & Administration Committee recommends the Board of Directors approve Resolution 04-2025, affirming LAVTA’s 2025 Legislative Program
  8. Executive Director’s Report
  9. Adjourn to CLOSED SESSION
  10. Closed Session pursuant to Government Code Section 54957:  
    THREAT TO PUBLIC SERVICES OR FACILITIES  Consultation with: Legal Counsel 
    Reconvene to OPEN SESSION 
  11. Matters Initiated by the Board of Directors
    Items may be placed on the agenda at the request of three members of the Board.
  12. Next Meeting Date is Scheduled for: March 3, 2025
  13. Adjournment

    I hereby certify that this agenda was posted 72 hours in advance of the noted meeting.
    LAVTA, Executive Assistant /s/ Michelle Kumar 1/31/2025

    On request, the Livermore Amador Valley Transit Authority will provide written agenda materials in appropriate alternative formats, or disability-related modification or accommodation, including auxiliary aids or services, to enable individuals with disabilities to participate in public meetings. A written request, including name of the person, mailing address, phone number and brief description of the requested materials and preferred alternative format or auxiliary aid or service should be sent at least seven (7) days before the meeting. Requests should be sent to:

    Executive Director
    Livermore Amador Valley Transit Authority
    1362 Rutan Court, Suite 100
    Livermore, CA 94551
    Fax: 925.443.1375
    Email: [email protected]

LAVTA on freeway with other traffic

Board of Directors Meeting

Meeting Details

For public participation, please see the agenda for further instructions to join our meeting.

  1. Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
  2. Roll Call of Members
  3. Meeting Open to Public
    • Members of the audience may address the Board of Directors on any matter within the general subject matter jurisdiction of the LAVTA Board of Directors.
    • Unless members of the audience submit speaker forms before the start of the meeting requesting to address the board on specific items on the agenda, all comments must be made during this item of business. Speaker cards are available at the entrance to the meeting room and should be submitted to the Board secretary.
    • Public comments should not exceed three (3) minutes.
    • Items are placed on the Agenda by the Chairman of the Board of Directors, the Executive Director, or by any three members of the Board of Directors. Agendas are published 72 hours prior to the meeting.
    • No action may be taken on matters raised that are not on the Agenda.
    • For the sake of brevity, all questions from the public, Board and Staff will be directed through the Chair.
  4. Consent Agenda
    Recommend approval of all items on Consent Agenda as follows:
    A. Minutes of the December 2, 2024 Board of Directors meeting
    B. Minutes of the December 16, 2024 Special Board of Directors meeting
    C. Treasurer’s Report for November 2024
    Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Board of Directors approve the November 2024 Treasurer’s Report.
    D. Resolution Authorizing the Filing of Applications for Federal Funds for Fiscal Year 2025 with the Metropolitan Transportation Commission
    Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Board of Directors approve Resolution 01-2025 authorizing the filing of an application for FTA formula program and Surface Transportation Programs funding for the Atlantis Facility and ADA paratransit operating assistance by the Livermore Amador Valley Transit Authority for capital and operating funds for Fiscal Year 2025 and committing the necessary local match for the projects and stating the assurance of the Livermore Amador Valley Transit Authority to complete the projects.
    E. Formalizing Route 201 – Supplemental Service to Emerald High School
    Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Board of Directors approve Resolution 02-2025, formalizing Route 201 as a permanent route.
    F. Resolution of Appreciation for the Services of LAVTA Executive Assistant Jennifer Forsyth
    Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Board of Directors approve Resolution 03-2025, appreciating the services of LAVTA Executive Assistant Jennifer Forsyth
    G. Capital Projects Update
    Recommendation: None – Information Only.
  5. 2025 Marketing Plan Preview
    Recommendation: None – Information Only.
  6. Executive Director’s Report
  7. Adjourn to CLOSED SESSION
  8. Closed Session pursuant to Government Code Section 54957(b):
    PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION
    Title: Executive Director
  9. Reconvene to OPEN SESSION
  10. Matters Initiated by the Board of Directors
    • Items may be placed on the agenda at the request of three members of the Board.
  11. Next Meeting Date is Scheduled for: February 3, 2025
  12. Adjournment

I hereby certify that this agenda was posted 72 hours in advance of the noted meeting.

LAVTA, Executive Assistant /s/ Jennifer Forsyth 1/2/2025

On request, the Livermore Amador Valley Transit Authority will provide written agenda materials in appropriate alternative formats, or disability-related modification or accommodation, including auxiliary aids or services, to enable individuals with disabilities to participate in public meetings. A written request, including name of the person, mailing address, phone number and brief description of the requested materials and preferred alternative format or auxiliary aid or service should be sent at least seven (7) days before the meeting. Requests should be sent to:

Executive Director
Livermore Amador Valley Transit Authority
1362 Rutan Court, Suite 100
Livermore, CA 94551
Fax: 925.443.1375
Email: [email protected]

LAVTA on freeway with other traffic

Board of Directors Special Meeting

Meeting Details

  1. Call to Order
  2. Roll Call of Members
  3. Meeting Open to Public
    • Members of the audience may address the Board of Directors on any matter within the general subject matter jurisdiction of this special meeting.
    • Unless members of the audience submit speaker forms before the start of the meeting requesting to address the board on specific items on the agenda, all comments must be made during this item of business. Speaker cards are available at the entrance to the meeting room and should be submitted to the Board secretary.
    • Public comments should not exceed three (3) minutes.
    • Items are placed on the Agenda by the Chairman of the Board of Directors, the Executive Director, or by any three members of the Board of Directors. Agendas are published 72 hours prior to the meeting.
    • No action may be taken on matters raised that are not on the Agenda.
    • For the sake of brevity, all questions from the public, Board and Staff will be directed through the Chair.
  4. Hydrogen Fueling Facility Federal Award Presentation
    Recommendation: None – information only.
  5. Adjournment

I hereby certify that this agenda was posted 72 hours in advance of the noted meeting.

LAVTA, Executive Assistant /s/ Jennifer Suda 10/23/2024

On request, the Livermore Amador Valley Transit Authority will provide written agenda materials in appropriate alternative formats, or disability-related modification or accommodation, including auxiliary aids or services, to enable individuals with disabilities to participate in public meetings. A written request, including name of the person, mailing address, phone number and brief description of the requested materials and preferred alternative format or auxiliary aid or service should be sent at least seven (7) days before the meeting. Requests should be sent to:

Executive Director
Livermore Amador Valley Transit Authority
1362 Rutan Court, Suite 100
Livermore, CA 94551
Fax: 925.443.1375
Email: [email protected]

LAVTA on freeway with other traffic

Tri-Valley Accessible Advisory Committee Meeting

Meeting Details

For public participation, please see the agenda for further instructions to join our meeting.

  1. Call to Order 3:30
  2. Roll Call
  3. Approval of Agenda and Modifications if necessary
    Action
  4. Citizens’ Forum: An opportunity for members of the audience to comment on a subject not listed on the agenda (under state law, no action may be taken at this meeting)
    Information 3:32
  5. Minutes of the March 5, 2025 meeting.
    Action 3:35
  6. TAAC Recruitment for FY26
    Information 3:40
  7. Para-Taxi Reimbursement Program Modifications
    Information 3:45
  8. Wheels Access Update
    Information 3:55
  9. Potential Rescheduling of July 2nd Meeting
    Information 4:05
  10. Service Verbal PAPCO Report
    Information 4:10
  11. Service Updates and Concerns
    Discussion 4:15
  12. Adjournment 4:30

I hereby certify that this agenda was posted 72 hours in advance of the noted meeting.

LAVTA, Executive Assistant /s/ Lynn Domagas 5/2/2025

On request, the Livermore Amador Valley Transit Authority will provide written agenda materials in appropriate alternative formats, or disability-related modification or accommodation, including auxiliary aids or services, to enable individuals with disabilities to participate in public meetings. A written request, including name of the person, mailing address, phone number and brief description of the requested materials and preferred alternative format or auxiliary aid or service should be sent at least seven (7) days before the meeting. Requests should be sent to:

Executive Director
Livermore Amador Valley Transit Authority
1362 Rutan Court, Suite 100
Livermore, CA 94551
Fax: 925.443.1375
Email: [email protected]