HomeMy WebLinkAbout2006-07-11-TAC-min Transportation Advisory Committee Minutes
Meeting Date: July 11,2006
Attendees: Sara Arnold, Sally Castleman, Elaine Dratch, Bill Levison, Hank Manz, Eric
Eid-Reiner, Francine Stieglitz, Gail Wagner
FY06 Report
June 30 ends the Town's fiscal year. Bill Levison calculates a carryover of
approximately $22,000 to Lexpress FY07 accounts. Town figures have not been released
and will be compared when available. Lexpress ridership in FY06 increased from the
prior year by 11,122 riders.
FY08 Budget
TAC supports a shift in parking administration staff costs from Lexpress to Parking in the
FY08 budget. Hank will advocate for this change with the Town Manager. Gail estimates
that it would reduce Lexpress staff costs by 50%. Parking, as a revenue-producing
program, could absorb administrative costs from annual revenues. This recommendation
is consist with town management's efforts for full program disclosure.
Revenue Bearing Accounts
A meeting will be held on July 13 between Gail and Rob Addelson, town's financial
manager, to review Lexpress accounts. TAC's strong desire to create interest-bearing
accounts for TDM funds will be emphasized.
Farmers Market
Flyers are posted on the buses and at the Farmers Market promoting free rides on
scheduled Lexpress routes, Depot Square to the Farmers Market, between 2pm and 6 pm
each Tuesday through October 31. Due to limited street parking, it provides an option to
park in the attended Depot Square lot and use Lexpress to and from the Market. It was
recommended that a large display presenting this service be posted at the Market. Gail
will explore.
Route 5 Inquiry
A resident wrote the Town Manager questioning the function of a town financed bus
going to the Burlington Mall and her observation that it attracts few riders. Gail provided
background information to the Town Manager and Hank spoke directly with the resident.
Lexpress RFP
Vehicle research has commenced for the Lexpress RFP scheduled for autumn. TAC
discussion raised the following issues to be clarified: maximum length of vehicle as 30
feet; cutaway versus mini bus; diversified fleet in regards to age of vehicles and size;
EPA 2007 engine requirements to be fully implemented by 2010; flexibility in scheduling
service hours especially minimum hours required; exterior design. The 2003 RFP was
discussed and clarifications will be asked of the town comptroller regarding: legal status
of drivers; length of contract; listing of evaluation criteria as "desirable" or "
undesirable." Gail will update Service Description and was asked to track changes for
TAC's review.
Next TAC Meeting: Tuesday, August,29, 7 pm, Town Hall, Room 111
Prepared by Gail Wagner