The MST Board adopted
Resolution 2006-25 recognizing Kathieryn Medina, Human Resources Assistant, as
MST Employee of the Month for June 2006. Since coming to MST in October 2003, Kathy
has continually proven to be an asset to MST and the Human Resources
Department. She has gained knowledge in the Human Resources function and has
done a great job assisting the Human Resources staff. Additionally, in a very
short time, she has learned the various computer programs used within the Human
Resources department, and has done a good job with keeping the records
accurately maintained.
The MST Board presented Mary
Escalera, Coach Operator with a 25-year Service award. The Board also presented
Steven Carroll, Mechanic, with his 25-year Service award.
The MST Board ratified a
contract executed May 22, 2006 in the amount of $155,000 with VBN Architects
for the Specific Plan and Environmental Assessment for Marina Transit Center,
280 Reservation Road. The Board also awarded a $35,000 contract to VBN
Architects for Preliminary Design and Engineering Services for the transit
components at the Marina Transit Center.
The MST Board: 1) awarded a
$134,500 two-year contract to the law firm of De Lay & Laredo; and 2)
authorized staff to extend the contract for up to four two-year extensions
under the same terms, conditions and prices provided the supplier has provided satisfactory
service.
In addition to services for
General Legal Counsel, the contract award will provide for General Legal
Counsel to act as the Lead Negotiator in contract negotiations with Amalgamated
Transit Union (ATU) and the Monterey-Salinas Transit Employees Association
(MSTEA).
The MST Board conducted a
public hearing to receive public comments on the proposed 25-cent charge for
transfers. Staff proposed another option to increase the base fare for everyone
by 25-cents while keeping transfers free. Under this option, the discount fare
would also go up 10-cents to $1.10 per zone.
Staff also proposed
combining fare zones. The Carmel Valley Zone would become part of the Peninsula
Zone. The Gonzales, King City, and Big Sur Zones would become South County
Zone. The Salinas and North County Zones would remain unchanged. Any changes
being proposed would go into effect on August 28, 2006 to coincide with the
Fall Service Change.
The MST Board will make its
final decision on this matter at their July 10, 2006 Board meeting.