0:00. She has been with the department for more than 35 years and has been a pioneer from the beginning. Upon graduation, he was a professor at both Sam Houston and Hill College. Hackers with suspected ties to China penetrated the New York transit agency's computer systems in April, an M.T.A. The country's first underground metro rail line - from Airport to Kamalapur with an . J.D., Wayne State Law School, Detroit, Michigan. She also brings private sector experience, having led marketing for retailers Hot Topic, Torrid and Gymboree, as well as working for global communications firms Burson-Marsteller, Weber Shandwick and the MSL Group. Metro Bus provides safe, reliable and friendly public transportation services for the cities of St. Santiago Osorio is a transit executive with over 25 years of experience in transit. With 28 years of experience in law enforcement, Ms. Osborn will bring a collaborative and creative approach to Metros commitment to safeguarding employees and the transit community. METRO has a nine-member board of directors comprised of members appointed by the City of Houston, Harris County or the Multi-Cities. Don and Ida Faye are active members of the Katy First United Methodist Church. Signals/communications, traction power and track support. Under the leadership of Mayor Garcetti and the City Council, we have made traveling in L.A. a safer, more equitable and dignified experience for Angelenos. Chief Bumpers and all the men and women of MPD are focused on keeping METROs transit system moving safely and securely for all customers. As the first woman of color to serve as Metros CEO she will be shattering a long-standing glass ceiling and opening doors for so many more women to follow., Stephanie Wiggins has already played an incalculable role in the growth and success of public transportation in Southern California, said Metro Board Director and City of Los Angeles Councilmember Paul Krekorian, who is also on the Board of Metrolink. He was elected as Mayor Pro Tem (2007-2011) and Mayor (2011-2015) of West University Place serving two terms each. King, Snohomish, Pierce, and Kitsap counties together have an estimated 645,000 youth aged 6-18. responses to these issues. Prior to joining METRO, Shri worked for Houston-based and nationwide firms delivering large transit projects in North America. This includes long-term planning through final build-out and successful handoff to Operations. At age 34, Troi Taylor President, along with his wife, Kelley Taylor CEO, started Taylor Construction Management (TCM) a facilities project management consulting firm. In addition to being ADA accessible, all METRO Park & Ride commuter express buses offer free Wi-Fi so you can catch up on work, or sit back and relax with music or podcasts. About Us. He serves on the steering committee for the Houston Chapter of the National Forum of Black Public Officials (NFBPA). Green Bay METRO Route changes have been approved by the Transit Commission and will be going into effect on September 6, 2011. Station platforms have sloped ramp access from both ends of the platform and feature variable message signs and contrast-colored warning strips. He has received two Presidential Citations for his work in the field of disability. She has been with the Authority for more than 20 years and worked in three departments since beginning her career here as a data entry clerk. Frequent service, always there. My goal is to assure the public and METRO employees that our safety team remains dedicated to earning your trust and partnering with you to create a safe and welcoming environment where everyone feels safe, welcomed, accepted, and empowered to succeed. Santiago Osorio. The plan is designed to give you more ways to move around our region and support vibrant communities. job training, education, and employment opportunities. Chris Hollins, an attorney and fourth-generation Houstonian, is the former County Clerk of Harris County, Texas. She is experienced and capable and has the vision necessary to lead this large, complex, and critically important agency. Cloud, MN 56304. We exist to connect communities and enhance lives. All METRO buses are ADA accessible, offer free Wi-Fi, come equipped with video surveillance security cameras and can carry up to two bikes at a time on an easy loading bike rack attached to the front of the bus. reporting on agency projects related to grant funding. Contact Us Route / Schedule Info. The Metro Employees Historic Vehicle Association - MEHVA is a non-profit, tax exempt all volunteer group dedicated to the preservation of Seattle and King County's transit heritage through the restoration and operation of vintage transit vehicles as a working, living museum demonstrating the importance of public transportation in the region. The work that Metro is doing is directly aligned with what I am most passionate about. March 22, 2023. previously selected as one of Five Outstanding Young Texans in 2011 by the Texas Jaycees and one of Five Outstanding Young Houstonians for the year 2010 by the Houston Jaycees. As a management consultant with McKinsey & Company, he flourished in applying analytics and organizational best practices to transform public safety, defense, and security agencies. Office serves as Metro Transit's administrative and operational headquarters. A graduate of Milby High School in Houston and the University of Texas at Austin, he received U.S. Army training as a Transportation Corps officer and served in Vietnam. Karen Kauffman has been METROs Chief Human Resources Officer since 2013. It includes expansions across several types of transportation with 500 miles of travel improvements, along with investments in service and accessibility all with no tax increase. Stephanies appointment as Chief Executive Officer marks a monumental shift in leadership as the first woman in the agencys history. 472 subway stations. We provide frequent transit during other large-scale local events like the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. training. Attn: ADA Coordinador- ATAC. PAUL, Minn. (FOX 9) - St. Paul's new director of Neighborhood Safety, Brooke Blakey, is leaving her former employer, Metro Transit Police, under a cloud of suspicion. Under the leadership of Kelley and Troi, TCM is currently managing projects across various industries: Education, Transportation, Life Science, and Healthcare. Rosa Diaz-Hernandez is METROs director of Board Support. Appointed by Harris County Commissioners Court. He started his career as a deputy sheriff at the Summit County Sheriff's Office in 2003 and served there for 12 years. Prior to taking on that post, Wiggins served as Deputy CEO of Metro, where she assisted the CEO in advancing the agencys primary objectives, including the implementation of projects made possible by Measure M. Wiggins has a Master of Business Administration degree from the USC Marshall School of Business. Public Meetings. provide safe, clean, reliable, accessible and friendly transportation Learn more about working at Metro Transit and search for career opportunities at metrotransit.org/careers. It appears youre on an older web browser we dont support. The site navigation utilizes the tab and enter keys. A Registered Professional Engineer, he is a Founding Principal at a consulting firm providing program/construction management services on aviation, transportation, water and flood protection projects. Now I hesitate to do so lest they be concerned for my safety. Not only will she enable a smooth and seamless management transition, I am confident that she will help resolve complex challenges facing Metro through fiscally responsible, strategic, and inclusive leadership., Countless Los Angeles residents rely on Metro for their daily needs, from commuting to essential jobs to accessing education or healthcare services, and CEO Wiggins, with her experience and vision, is well-poised to tackle that monumental responsibility, said Metro Board Director Jacquelyn Dupont-Walker. He ran unopposed in the May 2009 election and was re-elected for a second term. He has served on the Business Development Board of Sterling Bank and presently serves on the Development Board for Houston Community College (HCC). The Senior Director, Project . San Antonio, Texas 78212. services to our customers each and every day. Chuck Berkshire. Simon will step down this fall, announced Jay Lund, Vice Chair of Metro's Board of Directors, at Thursday's Board meeting. Chuck was responsible for the day-to-day management of 1200 buses, 5 Muni Routes & Stops Explore Muni train, bus and historic streetcar and cable car routes. Fairfax also advised the boards of directors and senior management teams for four public companies. His goal is to foster partnerships with engineering firms, construction contractors, and partner agencies in order to optimize the delivery of transit projects within the Houston Region. Metro Bus Operations and Administration Office Fixed Route Services and schedule information ConneX Services Lost & Found Metro Bus Transit Center Dial-a-Ride services Request an ID for your Personal Care Assistant (PCA) Travel Training Services Metro Bus Mobility Training Center ADA-Related Complaints Reasonable Accommodation Requests He leads a team of more than 4,000 people. Service is provided with ADA accessible vans and minivans that accommodate persons using wheelchairs, scooters and walkers. Alva Trevio has been METROs executive vice president of special projects since 2017. The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority ("WMATA"), created effective February 20, 1967, is an interstate compact agency and, by the terms of its enabling . responsible for providing daily support and oversight of long-term planning and build-out of the transit system, driving Metros public-private partnership initiatives and overseeing the Metro Audit Services Department. Prior to Metro, he was the Director of Planning and Scheduling with San Diego Metropolitan Transit System and also worked in the San Francisco Bay Area for various transportation planning organizations. I am pleased to welcome Stephanie back to the LACMTA family. Jerome Gray leads METROs Communications Department. Metro's Night Owl service runs between midnight and 5 am every day. MTC's Executive Leadership & Bios Andrew B. Fremier, Executive Director Alix Bockelman, Deputy Executive Director, Policy Bradford Paul, Deputy Executive Director, Local Government Services Derek Hansel, Chief Financial Officer Senior Staff & Contact Information Administration & Human Development Bay Area Housing Finance Authority Green Bay METRO Route Changes. Foothill Transit, the primary fixed-route transit provider in eastern Los Angeles County, California is seeking a highly qualified individual for the position of Director of Customer Service and Operations.Foothill Transit's mission is to be the premier public transit provider committed to safety, courtesy, quality, responsiveness, efficiency and innovation. He is a graduate of Texas A&M University and BITS Pilani with executive education at the Harvard Kennedy School. During his tenure at METRO, he was involved in management and implementation of many of the agencys impactful projects including I am probably wrong, but I though Linda Bolhinger was the CEO for LA Metro for about a year somewhere between White and Burke. There, he was the director of the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) and responsible for development of the regions multimodal transportation plans. ILRU is a research, training and technical assistance program on independent living for people with disabilities and older adults. VIA provides transportation services to the Bexar County region, including the fast-growing City of San Antonio, identified as the seventh-largest city in the United States. Shri started his engineering education at the University of Houston where his Letter of Interest for graduate school stated that as a Civil Engineer, his motivation was to improve the quality of life of residents through engineering. Thats just sad. Music Director: Sybil Augustine - musicdirector@wortfm.org (for music submissions, charts and tracking, promotional exchanges for music events and following up on volunteer applications or other requests. UPDATE: August 12, 2020. Her exceptional leadership skills will guide this agency well for years to come, said Metro Board Director and Los Angeles County Supervisor Kathryn Barger. Chair Appointed by the City of Houston Mayor Confirmed by Houston City Council Read Bio Don Elder Jr. First Vice-Chair Roberto Trevio was appointed to the METRO Board by Harris County Commissioners Court in July 2022. Cloud, Sartell, Sauk Rapids and Waite Park, Minnesota. The job is vital to ensuring that the Metro system is operated safely and that riders are safe on buses, trains and Metro facilities. 19699 County Road 43, Big Lake After that, he was elected to the Harris County Department of Education (HCDE) County Board. I am laser-focused on making sure accurate information is shared with the media and the public, and that the METRO story is clearly communicated. Jerome Gray. Stephanie puts people first and understands that Metros work on improving transit is ultimately about people and improving the lives of our residents. Gina Osborn, a former Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Special Agent and Counterintelligence Official with the U.S. Army with over 28 years of experience in law enforcement, as Metros first Chief Safety & Security Officer. Conan Cheung serves as Metros Chief Operations Officer. Williams is an attorney with extensive experience in law, academia, city and state government affairs and transportation. She has nearly 10 years of experience leading transformational projects across various transit agencies throughout the US. METROs employees are our most important asset; therefore, in this job market, its critical that we continue to evaluate ways to attract and retain a diverse employee population. Leadership Circle. "Local organizations" include religious or educational activities . Violence on public transit and in city spaces across Canada has increased since the COVID-19 pandemic, Calgary police Chief Mark Neufeld said in relation to a spate of assaults in his city as well . The appointment, which was effective on July 1, reestablishes the Executive Director position within Metro Transit and better reflects the managerial responsibility that Friem has in running the daily operations of the St . Catherine Ciarlo is the new director of planning, development and research at Metro. At Metro, we are committed to operating and building a system that puts the customer experience at the center of everything we do. As the new Deputy CEO, my primary focus will be related to all aspects of the agencys significant Capital Improvement Program. The transit director oversees Metro Ride, Wausau's bus service. Normal fares apply for our Midway Airport commuter shuttle. For Visitors See San Francisco by Muni transit, bike, foot or car. During her tenure office vacancy rates fell to 3% from 17%, and the CBD saw its first true retail and residential development in decades. Bay Minette, AL 36507. p. 251-533-0599. f. 251-972-6841. English, Rice University, Houston, TX, Oil and Gas Industry, Manager of Compliance and Internal Audit, Member, Association for Certified Fraud Examiner, Member, Association of Local Government Auditors (ALGA), Past Member, American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, Volunteer, Star of Hope Women and Childrens Shelter Holiday Cooking Team, Volunteer Board Advisor and Treasurer for the University of Houston Hispanic Alumni, St. Maximilian Church Volunteer Ley Director for WATCH Program, Vice President of Beta Alpha Psi International Honors Organization for Accounting, Finance and Information Systems Students at University of Houston, KPRC-TV, Senior News Editor and Anchor, Houston, Texas, KXTV-TV, Broadcast Journalist, Sacramento, California, WTVR-TV, Broadcast Journalist, Richmond Virginia, Senior Fellow, American Leadership Forum, Class XXXII, Recipient, Fifth Ward Enrichment Programs Heart of Houston Award, Honoree, Jerome Gray Day, by proclamations from Houston Mayor Bill White and Houston Mayor Annise Parker, Eponym, Texas Southern University Jerome Gray Lecture Series, Advisory Board Member, Hermann Park Conservancy, Board Member, Houston International Festival, Board Member, Baylor College of Medicine Diversity and Community Outreach, Junior League of Houston Community Advisory Board, Career and Recovery Resources Advisory Board, State board member, Texas Diversity Council, Vice President, Gulf Coast Chapter of the Texas Diversity Council, Member, American Public Transportation Association (APTA), Member, APTA Workforce Development Committee, Member, Rice University Glasscock School of Continuing Studies Advisory Board, Member, University of Houston Downtown Business Advisory Board, Frequent speaker on human resources and employment law topics, Society Human Resources Management Association (SHRM), Chair, Texas Transit Agency Chief Human Resource Officer Consortium, Recipient, Texas Diversity Council Most Powerful and Influential Women in Texas, Recipient, Texas Diversity Council DiversityFIRST Leadership award, Houston Business Journal Healthiest Employer in Texas award, Graduate level studies in Business and Accounting, Certified Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR), SHRM Human Resource Management course at Rice University, Transit Operations Supervisor Los Angeles Metro, Safety Specialist Laidlaw Student Transportation, M.S. Phil leaves this agency better off than he found it a legacy of an expanding public transportation system that gets Angelenos where they need to go and remains a force for sustainability, equity, jobs, workforce development, and shared prosperity across the L.A. area., I have worked closely with Stephanie for many years and she has earned my trust and respect with her leadership, intellect, and dedication to mobility and to the people of Los Angeles County and Southern California, said Metro CEO Phillip A. Washington. Minority Contractor of the Year (Houston Area Urban League) 2015. Chris developed a commitment to public service through the selfless example of his parents and their devotion for improving the lives of others. Metro Transit employs more than 3,200 individuals, including more than 1,500 bus drivers and train operators. The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) provides a broad array of transit services for residents, workers and visitors to efficiently and affordably move about the District. Wiggins, currently the CEO of Metrolink, will be the first woman, and first Black woman, to serve in this role at Metro. METROs impact on the Houston community is immense with positive effects on mobility, quality of life, the Houston economy and our environment: Additional cars that would travel Houston freeways and streets, Additional parking spaces that would be needed in downtown Houston, Additional greenhouse gases that would pollute our air each year, Additional property value growth near METRORail lines (2010-2016). County. I would suggest that those who are employed in making major decisions for the system occasionally use it themselves to experience what its like. Since the conclusion of his term as County Clerk, Chris has continued to serve as an advocate for voting rights, democracy, and good government. He has served as the Executive Director of the Harris County Toll Road Authority (HCTRA) since January 2021 when Harris County Commissioners unanimously 402-441-7055. Metro Transit Campus Fred T. Heywood Office Building and Garage 560 Sixth Avenue North, Minneapolis Office serves as Metro Transit's administrative and operational headquarters. We continuously promote METROs values: Act with integrity; consider others before self; and serve with respect. Karen Kauffman. Construction of the elevated southern route of metro likely to be delayed due to design work incompletion. Asst. 1 877 690-5116 or 212-878-7000. B.A., Howard University, Washington, D.C. Special belts designed to secure mobility devices, Procure only zero-emission buses by fiscal year 2030, Manage its operations to avoid or minimize environmental impacts on the health and safety of our employees, Apply green principles to the design and management of its facilities, Promote energy management, recycling, reusing and repurposing of materials, and waste reduction opportunities, Collaborate with other organizations to achieve shared environmental goals, Provided weekend service on all local routes, Adopted a more efficient grid-based system, Modern design, with wider doorways and level boarding, Dedicated, bus-only lane to move through traffic, Acres Homes neighborhood in Northwest Houston, Trinity Gardens neighborhood in Northeast Houston, Hiram Clarke community, east of Missouri City, Interstate 10 (managed by Texas Department of Transportation), Drainage improvements for transportation facilities, streets, roads or traffic control improvements. In addition, she is a graduate of Leadership Houston, the Center for Houstons Future, and is a Senior Fellow of the American Leadership Forum Class XXXIV. More info. Route Detours List of detours currently in effect. Ms. Osborn previously worked as a Counterintelligence Special Agent/Staff Sergeant in the U.S. Army. Because . Metro Vancouver Transit Police say officers are deployed throughout the system based on intelligence reports and crime statistics. The original 7.5 mile, 16-station line ran from UH-Downtown to Fannin South. Jennifer Kannenberg, specialist at the city's Human Resources department, said the transit director was drawing an annual base salary of $133,057. We serve the regions major employment centers and residential neighborhoods, and were a vital partner in welcoming visitors, promoting safety, and helping with natural disasters. I am prepared to take on difficult challenges and make hard decisions to advance transit services for our customers and improve the work environment for our employees., Gina Osborn, Chief Safety Officer, appointed February 2022. Shawn Metcalf , Chief of METRO's Transit Police/Director of Safety & Protection spd@akronmetro.org Shawn Metcalf is the Chief of METRO's Transit Police Department. METRO opened for business in 1979, inheriting a company called HouTran with a bus fleet in disrepair and service that was unreliable. 5,780 vehicles in our bus fleet, all of which are 100% accessible to riders with disabilities. And METRO has been essential in helping Houston attract and host major national events like the NCAA Final Four and the Super Bowl, making bigger and safer attendance possible. He advanced to Vice President We also allow companies to become vanpool sponsors, creating access to certain tax benefits. Other new appointments are: Jennifer Vides, formerly the Chief Customer Experience Officer at Metrolink and an expert in branding and organizations in transition, as Metros first Chief Customer Experience Officer. Finally, Troi can often be found facilitating leadership discussions for at-risk inner city youth at various Greater Houston school districts. He now owns Elder Consulting where he works with school and governmental entities.Don served on the Katy Independent School District Board of Trustees for two terms. Kauffman has leadership responsibilities for the human resources function of over 4,100 non-union and union employees. Selected as an ASIA 21 Young Leader, he represented the United States Warranty, and Intelligent Transportation Systems. Instruction Center and electronics repair, 820 LOrient Street, St.Paul Prior to joining METRO in March 2021, Clark was the director of transportation and air quality planning for over 30 years at H-GAC. 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