The Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority (GCRTA), or RTA, is a political subdivision of the state. Its Board of Trustees is charged with managing and conducting RTA’s affairs. #CLEDocumenters @cledocumenters @signalcleveland

@cledocumenters @signalcleveland The board also establishes overall RTA administrative policies, which are implemented by the General Manager. It is the decision-making body of GCRTA.
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@cledocumenters @signalcleveland Key duties of the board include approving business activities, setting long-term goals, and finalizing budgets. The board also reviews and votes on purchases and contracts worth more than $100,000.
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@cledocumenters @signalcleveland The Mayor of Cleveland appoints four of the ten board members, whom City Council must approve. The Cuyahoga County Executive appoints three others, and a collection of mayors of other cities in Cuyahoga County appoint the remaining three.

@cledocumenters @signalcleveland This morning the board meeting as well as the annual meeting will be held.
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@cledocumenters @signalcleveland The roll is called, 9 board members are present. #CLEDocumenters @cledocumenters @signalcleveland

@cledocumenters @signalcleveland Two motions, one to approve the minutes of February 27th, and one to approve the minutes of March 5th are carried. #CLEDocumenters @cledocumenters @signalcleveland

@cledocumenters @signalcleveland Time is now allotted for public comment. #CLEDocumenters @cledocumenters @signalcleveland

@cledocumenters @signalcleveland There is one in person public commenter. This individual identifies as Mr.Rodriguez. Rodriguez’s public comment was notable, as he spoke on the discomfort he experiences while traveling on buses and the rapid. #CLEDocumenters @cledocumenters @signalcleveland

@cledocumenters @signalcleveland Rodríguez shares that he is autistic and has. s few sensory processing issues. He talks about the loud noises on public transportation such as: the horns, the conductors on the rapid, and more. He explains that these noises may be harder to process for those with sensory issues.

@cledocumenters @signalcleveland New hires and promotions are shared. Attached are the new hires for March #CLEDocumenters @cledocumenters @signalcleveland

@cledocumenters @signalcleveland New hires for March (continued). #CLEDocumenters @cledocumenters @signalcleveland

@cledocumenters @signalcleveland Attached are the March promotions. #CLEDocumenters @cledocumenters @signalcleveland

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@cledocumenters @signalcleveland Next is the introduction of resolutions. #CLEDocumenters @cledocumenters @signalcleveland

@cledocumenters @signalcleveland First is resolution 2024-19. Attached is the details of this resolution. It passes with 8 “ayes” and 1 abstention. #CLEDocumenters @cledocumenters @signalcleveland

@cledocumenters @signalcleveland Next is resolution 2024-20. Attached is the details of this resolution. It passes with 8 “ayes” and 1 abstention. #CLEDocumenters @cledocumenters @signalcleveland

@cledocumenters @signalcleveland Next is resolution 2024-21. Attached is the details of this resolution. It passes with 8 “ayes” and 1 abstention. #CLEDocumenters @cledocumenters @signalcleveland

@cledocumenters @signalcleveland Next is resolution 2024-22. Attached is the details of this resolution. It passes with 8 “ayes” and 1 abstention. #CLEDocumenters @cledocumenters @signalcleveland

@cledocumenters @signalcleveland Next is resolution 2024-23. Attached is the details of this resolution. It passes. #CLEDocumenters @cledocumenters @signalcleveland

@cledocumenters @signalcleveland Next is the Secretary-Treasurer’s Report. Attached are the items listed in this report. #CLEDocumenters @cledocumenters @signalcleveland

@cledocumenters @signalcleveland The economic conditions chart is quickly shared. This chart shows the inflation rate and the interest rate by month with Inflation being the blue line and Interest being the orange line. #CLEDocumenters @cledocumenters @signalcleveland

@cledocumenters @signalcleveland Next shared is the Ridership chart. This chart shows the 2019-2024 ridership stats. #CLEDocumenters @cledocumenters @signalcleveland

@cledocumenters @signalcleveland Next is the Passenger Fares chart. This chart shows the fares trend between 2019 and 2024. The variance (2024 vs 2023) is 20.5%. #CLEDocumenters @cledocumenters @signalcleveland

@cledocumenters @signalcleveland Next is the chart for Sales Tax. This chart shows the data for sales and use tax for 2019-2024 YTD. #CLEDocumenters @cledocumenters @signalcleveland

@cledocumenters @signalcleveland Below are a couple of notable events. The St.Patrick's Day Parade has already been held, the Women's Month Conference will be held on March 28th 9:30am-2:00pm. #CLEDocumenters @cledocumenters @signalcleveland

@cledocumenters @signalcleveland More time for public comment is allotted. #CLEDocumenters @cledocumenters @signalcleveland

@cledocumenters @signalcleveland Executive session is requested. The vote yields 9 yays and none opposed. #CLEDocumenters @cledocumenters @signalcleveland

@cledocumenters @signalcleveland Next being held is the Executive Session. #CLEDocumenters @cledocumenters @signalcleveland

@cledocumenters @signalcleveland A motion is proposed to come out of execution session. The motion passes. #CLEDocumenters @cledocumenters @signalcleveland

@cledocumenters @signalcleveland Rev. Lucas announces that the next regular Board meeting will be held on Tuesday, April 16, 2024. Attached are the details of this meeting!
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@cledocumenters @signalcleveland Board President recommends reinstating the previous Ad Hoc selection committee for the purpose of renewing applicants for the two vacant positions in the COC (Civilian Oversight Committee). Attached is more information on the COC. #CLEDocumenters @cledocumenters @signalcleveland

@cledocumenters @signalcleveland The annual meeting begins. Attached below is a agenda for this meeting. #CLEDocumenters @cledocumenters @signalcleveland

@cledocumenters @signalcleveland Board President Lucas bids a warm farewell and wishes the new President and Vice President the best. #CLEDocumenters @cledocumenters @signalcleveland

@cledocumenters @signalcleveland Next being discussed are the two letters of interest for Board President, Paul Koomar, and Vice President, Lauren Welch. Attached are their letters which can also be found on the agenda. #CLEDocumenters @cledocumenters @signalcleveland

@cledocumenters @signalcleveland After no additional nominations for Board President are heard, the meeting moves on with a motion to approve Koomar as Board President. The roll is then called. #CLEDocumenters @cledocumenters @signalcleveland

@cledocumenters @signalcleveland The roll is called. With 9 ayes and none opposed, Mayor Paul Koomar is appointed to Board President. #CLEDocumenters @cledocumenters @signalcleveland

@cledocumenters @signalcleveland With a motion and a second to appoint Trustee Welch as the new Vice President, the roll is called. #CLEDocumenters @cledocumenters @signalcleveland

@cledocumenters @signalcleveland With 9 ayes and none opposed, Trustee Lauren Welch is appointed as the new Vice President. #CLEDocumenters @cledocumenters @signalcleveland

@cledocumenters @signalcleveland A notable takeaway from this meeting is the adornment and appreciation shown towards Rev. Lucas. Much thanks and gratitude was given to Lucas for the years of service and support that he has provided and shown to not only the board but others who have come into contact with him.

@cledocumenters @signalcleveland A motion to adjourn is purposed and passes at 10:21 am. #CLEDocumenters @cledocumenters @signalcleveland

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@cledocumenters @signalcleveland As always, thank you for tuning in. See you next time! #CLEDocumenters @cledocumenters @signalcleveland