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RIVERSIDE COUNTY TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
Citizens and Specialized Transit Advisory Council
TIME: 11:00 a.m.
DATE: Monday, April 12, 2021
LOCATION: Pursuant to Governor Newsom’s Executive Order N-29-20, (March 18, 2020), the
meeting will only be conducted via video conferencing and by telephone.
COUNCIL MEMBERS
Gloria J. Sanchez, Chair, Menifee Senior Advisory, Southwest Riverside County
Lisa Castilone, Vice Chair, GRID Alternatives, Western and Southwest Riverside County
Kenneth Woytek, Second Vice Chair, Menifee Senior Advisory Committee, Southwest Riverside County
John Chavez, Retired Citizen, San Gorgonio Pass
George Colangeli, Palo Verde Valley Transit Agency, Palo Verde Valley
Betty Day, Hemet Public Library Trustee, Hemet-San Jacinto
Alejandra Gonzalez, Norco Seniors on the Move, Northwest Riverside County
John Krick, T-Now Member, Northwest Riverside County
Jack Marty, Retired Citizen, San Gorgonio Pass
Priscilla Ochoa, Blindness Support Services, Northwest Riverside County
Mary Jo Ramirez, Workforce Development Member, Southwest Riverside County
Catherine Rips, Angel View, Coachella Valley
Ivet Woolridge, Independent Living Partnership, Riverside County
Riverside Transit Agency, Western Riverside County
SunLine Transit Agency, Coachella Valley
RIVERSIDE COUNTY TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
CITIZENS AND SPECIALIZED TRANSIT ADVISORY COUNCIL
www.rctc.org
AGENDA*
*Actions may be taken on any item listed on the agenda
11:00 a.m.
Monday, April 12, 2021
Pursuant to Governor Newsom’s Executive Order N-29-20, (March 18, 2020), the Citizens and
Specialized Transit Advisory Council meeting will only be conducted via video conferencing and
by telephone. Please follow the instructions below to join the meeting remotely.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR ELECTRONIC PARTICIPATION
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For members of the public wishing to submit comment in connection with the Committee Meeting please
email written comments to the Clerk of the Board at lmobley@rctc.org prior to December 6, 2020 at 5:00
p.m. and your comments will be made part of the official record of the proceedings. Members of the
public may also make public comments through their telephone or Zoom connection when recognized by
the Chair.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Government Code Section 54954.2, if you need
special assistance to participate in a Committee meeting, please contact the Clerk of the Board at
(951) 787-7141. Notification of at least 48 hours prior to meeting time will assist staff in assuring that
reasonable arrangements can be made to provide accessibility at the meeting.
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL
3. PUBLIC COMMENTS
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4.ADDITIONS/REVISIONS (The Council may add an item to the agenda after making a finding
that there is a need to take immediate action on the item and that the item came to the
attention of the Council subsequent to the posting of the agenda. An action adding an
item to the agenda requires 2/3 vote of the Council. If there are less than 2/3 of the Council
members present, adding an item to the agenda requires a unanimous vote. Added items
will be placed for discussion at the end of the agenda.)
5.APPROVAL OF MINUTES – DECEMBER 7, 2020
6.BYLAWS OF THE CITIZENS AND SPECIALIZED TRANSIT ADVISORY COUNCIL
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Overview
This item is for the Council to approve the revised bylaws of the Citizens and Specialized
Transit Advisory Council (CSTAC).
7.FISCAL YEAR 2021/22 – 2023/24 DRAFT SHORT RANGE TRANSIT PLAN UPDATES
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Overview
This item is for the Council to receive and file Draft Fiscal Year (FY) 2021/22 – 2023/24
Short Range Transit Plans (SRTPs) updates from the cities of Banning, Beaumont, Corona,
and Riverside; Palo Verde Valley Transit Agency (PVVTA); Riverside Transit Agency (RTA);
SunLine Transit Agency (SunLine); and the Commission’s Rail and Vanpool Programs.
8.COMMITTEE MEMBER / STAFF REPORT
Overview
This item provides the opportunity for the Council members, transit operators, and staff
to report on attended and upcoming meetings/conferences and issues related to Council
activities.
9.ADJOURNMENT
The next Citizens and Specialized Transit Advisory Council meeting is scheduled for August
9, 2021.
AGENDA ITEM 5
MINUTES
RIVERSIDE COUNTY TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
CITIZENS AND SPECIALIZED TRANSIT ADVISORY COUNCIL
December 7, 2020
Minutes
1.CALL TO ORDER
The meeting of the Citizens and Specialized Transit Council was called to order by
Chair Gloria Sanchez at 10:00 a.m. via Zoom ID 857 5212 7807. Pursuant to Governor
Newsom’s Executive Order N-29-20, (March 18, 2020), the Citizens and Specialized Transit
Council was only be conducted via video conferencing and by telephone.
2.ROLL CALL
Members Present Members Absent
Lisa Castilone
John Chavez
Alejandra Gonzalez
John Krick
Karen Long
Jack Marty
Priscilla Ochoa
Mary Jo Ramirez
Catherine Rips
Gloria J Sanchez
Riverside Transit Agency
George Colangeli
Betty Day
Kenneth Woytek
Sunline Transit Agency
3.PUBLIC COMMENTS
None
4.ADDITIONS/REVISIONS
None
5.CONSENT CALENDAR - All matters on the Consent Calendar will be approved in a single
motion unless a Commissioner(s) requests separate action on specific item(s). Items pulled
from the Consent Calendar will be placed for discussion at the end of the agenda.
M/S/C (Ramirez/Chavez) to approve the following Consent Calendar item(s):
5A. APPROVAL OF MINUTES – September 24, 2020
5B. PROPOSED 2021 MEETING SCHEDULE
This item is for the Council to adopt its 2021 Meeting Schedule.
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6. PUBLIC HEARING – TRANSIT NEEDS IN RIVERSIDE COUNTY
This item is for the Council to conduct a public hearing to receive comments on transit
needs in Riverside County (County).
Ariel Alcon Tapia, Management Analyst, presented the transit needs in Riverside County.
At this time, Chair Sanchez opened the public hearing and asked if there were any public
comments. No comments were received.
Chair Sanchez closed the public hearing.
7. 2021 PUBLIC TRANSIT – HUMAN SERVICES TRANSPORTATION COORDINATED PLAN
This item is for the Council to receive and file the 2021 Coordinated Public Transit-Human
Services Transportation Plan (2021 Coordinated Plan).
Eric DeHate, Transit Manager, presented a brief overview of the 2021 Coordinated Plan
and introduced Heather Menninger and Valerie MacKintosh from AMMA to present the
details of the 2021 Coordinated Plan.
In response to Mary Jo Ramirez’s question from Care-A-Van regarding partnership and
collaboration of funding, Ms. Menninger stated RCTC has an enhanced email list, expand
the current membership of this council.
Chair Sanchez discussed the importance of the participation of the cities and local
partners to seek out and share information regarding available funding.
8. FISCAL YEARS 2021/22 – 2023/24 WESTERN RIVERSIDE COUNTY MEASURE A
SPECIALIZED TRANSIT CALL FOR PROJECTS
This item is for the Council to receive and file an update on the 2021 Measure A
Specialized Transit Call for Projects (2021 Call for Projects) for approximately $6.8 million
covering Fiscal Years (FY) 2021/22 – 2023/24 for Western Riverside County (Western
County).
Monica Morales, Senior Management Analyst, presented the details of the FY 2021/22 –
2023/24 Western Riverside County Measure A Specialized Transit Call for Projects.
9. TOGETHER 2020: RCTC YEAR-IN-REVIEW
This item is for the Council to receive and file a presentation providing a review of RCTC
2020.
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Marla Dye, Senior Management Analyst, presented the RCTC year in review.
In response to Mary Jo Ramirez’s questions regarding ridership numbers, COVID-19
concerns, and the precautions transit agencies are taking, Lorelle Moe-Luna, Multimodal
Services Director, discussed the COVID-19 effects on ridership and the extensive
measures the transit agencies are taking to ensure riders and staff are safe.
Kristen Warsinski, Riverside Transit Agency, commented on bus ridership, the COVID-19
precautions they are implementing, and the change in routes and schedules.
10. COMMITTEE MEMBER/STAFF REPORT
John Standiford, RCTC Deputy Executive Director, thanked the Committee members for
their time and participation in the meeting, expressing his appreciation for their
involvement in the Committee. He also wished everyone a happy holiday season.
11. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business for consideration by the Citizens and Specialized Transit
Advisory Council, the meeting adjourned at 11:01 a.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Lorelle Moe-Luna, Multimodal Services Director
AGENDA ITEM 6
Agenda Item 6
RIVERSIDE COUNTY TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
DATE: April 12, 2021
TO: Citizens and Specialized Transit Advisory Council
FROM: Lorelle Moe-Luna, Multimodal Services Director
SUBJECT: Bylaws of the Citizens and Specialized Transit Advisory Council
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
This item is for the Council to approve the revised bylaws of the Citizens and Specialized Transit
Advisory Council (CSTAC).
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
The Transportation Development Act (TDA) provides direction for administering both Local
Transportation Fund and State Transit Assistance funds, which are used to support operational
and capital expenditures for public transit. Sections 99238 and 130105 (d) of the TDA regulations
requires the Commission to have citizens, social services transportation providers, and transit
agencies provide input on transit needs and reflect a broad spectrum of interest among
geographic areas of the county. The CSTAC fulfills these requirements and serves the
Commission by participating in the transit needs hearing and reviewing the Short-Range Transit
Plans developed by public transit operators as part of the Commission’s annual budget
development process. The TDA regulations require that the membership consist of the following
categorical areas:
1)One representative of a potential transit user 60 years of age and older;
2)One representative of a potential transit user who is disabled;
3)Two representatives of the social service providers for seniors;
4)Two representatives of the social service providers for the disabled, including one
representative of a social service transportation provider, if one exists;
5)One representative of a social service provider for persons of limited means; and
6)Two representatives from the Consolidated Transportation Service Agency(s) (CSTA)
designated as such pursuant to subdivision (a) of Section 15975 of the Government Code,
including one representative from an operator, if one exists.
In December 2019, the CSTAC bylaws were revised with changes to membership terms and
recruitment to garner more active participation and reduce membership relapse, and in May
2021, the current 15 members were approved by the Commission.
DISCUSSION:
The terms of membership in Section 4.3 of the bylaws require that:
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(a) In order to begin a staggered membership, one third of appointees shall serve a one-year
term, another third shall serve a two-year term, and the last third shall serve a three-year
term.
(b) The initial terms will be chosen randomly by means of an internal lottery conducted by
Commission staff.
(c) If the number of appointees does not perfectly divide into thirds, the remaining members
shall be placed into any category at Commission staff discretion.
(d) Members shall serve up to two, three-year terms.
Staff conducted the random lottery as required and is shown in the table below.
Random Lottery Term Limit Results
First Last Organization Term Lottery*
Kenneth Woytek Menifee Senior Advisory Committee,
Lake Elsinore Legion, VFW
1-year
Jack Marty T-NOW 1-year
Priscilla Ochoa Blindness Support 1-year
John Krick T-NOW 1-Year
Mary Jo Ramirez California Family Life Center,
Riverside County Workforce Development
Board
2-year
Gloria J. Sanchez Menifee Senior Advisory Committee 2-year
George Colangeli Palo Verde Valley Transit Authority 2-year
Alejandra Gonzalez City of Norco 2-year
Ivet Woolridge Independent Living Partnership 3-year
Catherine Rips Angel View, Inc. 3-year
Betty Day Hemet Public Library 3-year
John Chavez Former BNSF Employee 3-year
Lisa Castilone Grid Alternatives IE 3-year
*Both CTSAs, Riverside Transit Agency and SunLine, are excluded from term limits.
After receiving feedback from various members and continued interest in serving on the Council,
staff recommends amending the bylaws (Attachment 1) to allow for all new members to serve
for three year terms. Since the CSTAC is only required to meet a minimum of twice a year, this
revision to the membership terms will allow new members the opportunity to become better
acquainted with the planning process and build relationships within the transportation network
to better understand the transit needs in their respective communities. Additionally, staff
recommends amending the title from “Citizens and Specialized Transit Advisory Council” to
“Citizens and Specialized Transit Advisory Committee” for consistency with other Commission-
appointed committees.
There is no financial impact for this item.
Attachment: Amended Bylaws of the Citizens and Specialized Transit Advisory Committee
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Riverside County Transportation Commission
Citizens and Specialized Transit Advisory CouncilCommittee
Bylaws
Adopted April 12, 2021December 11, 2019
SECTION 1.0: TITLE
A Social Services Transportation Advisory Council shall be appointed by the Riverside
County Transportation Commission (“Commission”) to advise the Commission on the
subject of special transportation needs of older adults, persons with disabilities and / or
limited means. This council shall be known as the Citizens and Specialized Transit Advisory
CouncilCommittee (“CSTAC”) and will be referred hereinafter as the “CouncilCommittee.”
SECTION 2.0: AUTHORITY
The establishment of the CouncilCommittee derives from California PUC Sections 99238
and 130105(d) and the Administrative Code of the Riverside County Transportation
Commission. PUC Section 99238 requires designated regional transportation planning
agencies have citizens, social services transportation providers, and transit agencies
provide input into the jurisdictions’ transit needs in compliance with the Mills-Alquist-Deddeh
Act of 1971 (“Transportation Development Act”). PUC Section 130105(d) requires that the
Commission appoint a Citizen’s Advisory Committee, which shall reflect a broad spectrum
of interest among geographic areas of the county and minority representation.
SECTION 3:0: PURPOSE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
PUC Section 99238 identifies the CouncilCommittee’s responsibilities as follows:
1. Annually participate in the identification of transit needs in the jurisdiction, including
unmet transit needs that may exist within the jurisdiction of the councilCommittee and
that may be reasonable to meet by establishing or contracting for ne w public
transportation or specialized transportation services or by expanding existing service.
2. Annually review and recommend action by the transportation planning agency for the
area within the jurisdiction of the CouncilCommittee which finds, by resolution, that
a. There are no unmet transit needs (if applicable) or
b. There are no unmet transit needs that are reasonable to meet (if applicable)
c. There are unmet transit needs, including needs that are reasonable to meet (if
applicable).
3. Advise the transportation planning agency on any other major transit issues, including
the coordination and consolidation of specialized transportation services.
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According to the Commission’s Administrative Code, th e CouncilCommittee shall also
consult on, obtain, and collect public input on matters of interest and concern to the
Commission, as may be assigned to the CouncilCommittee by the Committee Commission
for its review, comments, and recommendation.
SECTION 4.0: MEMBERSHIP
Section 4.1: Membership Guidelines
The membership in the Committee shall be determined by the Commission and in
accordance to PUC Section 99238. Committee members shall serve at the will and pleasure
of the Commission and without compensation. The Commission shall appoint no less than
nine (9) and no more than fifteen (15) individuals to the CouncilCommittee. Members are to
represent the broad spectrum of social service providers representing the elderly, disabled,
and persons of limited means. The CouncilCommittee must comply with the membership
requirements outlined in PUC Section 99238(a) below and include the following members:
Membership Criteria under PUC Section 99238(a):
1. One representative of potential transit users who is 60 years of age or older.
2. One representative of potential transit users who is disabled.
3. Two representatives of the local social service providers for seniors, including one
representative of a social service transportation provider, if one exists.
4. Two representatives of local social service providers for the disabled, including one
representative of a social service transportation provider, if one exists.
5. One representative of a local social service provider for persons of limited means.
6. Two representatives from the local consolidated transportation service agency,
designated pursuant to subdivision (a) of Section 15975 of the Government Code, if
one exists, including one representative from an operator, if one exists.
Section 4.2: Quorum and Majorities
A quorum shall consist of a majority of the CouncilCommittee members. A majority shall be
considered as at least half plus one (1) of the number of total CouncilCommittee members.
All official and business acts of the CouncilCommittee shall require a quorum. Presentation
of information and discussion may take place if a quorum is not present at the meeting.
Section 4.3: Term of Membership
The Commission shall appoint and renew individuals to the CouncilCommittee for three (3)
year terms. Terms shall be staggered to reduce the likeliness of membership relapse. One-
third (1/3) of appointments shall expire each year.
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(b) In order to begin a staggered membership, one third of appointees shall serve a one
(1)-year term, another third shall serve a two (2)-year term, and the last third shall serve a
three (3)-year term.
(c) The initial terms will be chosen randomly by means of an internal lottery conducted
by Commission staff.
(d) If the number of appointees does not perfectly divide into thirds, the remaining
members shall be placed into any category at Commission staff discretion.
(e) Members shall serve up to two (2) three (3)-year terms.
Section 4.4: Membership Recruitment
Members of the CouncilCommittee shall be appointed by the Commission. The Commission
will recruit candidates for appointment from a broad representation of social service and
transit providers representing the elderly, the disabled, and persons of limited means. In
appointing CouncilCommittee members, the Commission shall reflect a broad geographic
and minority representation as well as a broad spectrum of interests among
councilCommittee members per PUC Section 130105(d). This will include active solicitation
of applications from the three subregions of the county: western Riverside, the Coachella
Valley, and the Palo Verde Valley.
Individuals with an interest in serving on the CouncilCommittee in one of its capacities shall
request a recommendation from Commission staff to be forwarded to the Commission, for
formal appointment action. Commissioners may assist in the outreach process by circulating
recruitment information within their respective jurisdictions. Commissioners may also
nominate potential CouncilCommittee members if they desire.
Section 4.5: Membership Rules & Requirements
In the interest of maintaining an active councilCommittee, membership requirements shall
be used to keep appointees accountable for CouncilCommittee participation.
(a) Members may not use their CouncilCommittee affiliation to represent personal or
constituency opinions. Members may not represent themselves as representatives of
the CouncilCommittee unless given direction to do so by a majority vote of the
CouncilCommittee.
(b) Regular membership shall be defined as the attendance or participation of at least
three (3) meetings, either in person or by conference call for long-distance members,
within one (1) calendar year.
Section 4.6: Membership Termination
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CouncilCommittee members may terminate their membership by notifying Commission staff
in writing.
The Commission has the discretion to dismiss any CouncilCommittee members for any
reason, including if the individual fails to participate in two (2) consecutive
CouncilCommittee meetings.
Section 4.7: Conflicts of Interest
When any member of the CouncilCommittee has a financial interest or is a member of a
governing body (i.e., Board of Directors) of any organization which is involved in an issue
on the agenda, such member shall immediately disclose his/her interest and shall abstain
from voting on the issue.
Section 4.8: Ethics Training
In compliance with California Government Code Sections 53234(c)(1) and Section 54952,
CouncilCommittee appointed members must undergo ethics training directed by
Commission staff. An appointed member’s failure to comply with the ethics training
requirement within the prescribed deadlines shall result in dismissal from the
CouncilCommittee.
California Government Code Sections 53234(c)(1) defines “local agency official” as “[a]ny
member of a local agency, legislative body or any elected local agency official who receives
any type of compensation, salary, or stipend or reimbursement for actual and necessary
expenses incurred in the performance of official duties” or “[a]ny employee designated by a
local agency governing body to receive [ethics] training specified under this article.”
California Government Code Section 54952 defines a “legislative body” as “[t]he governing
body of a local agency or any other local body created by st ate or federal statute.”
Section 4.9: Compensation and Reimbursement
Individuals appointed to the CouncilCommittee shall not receive any compensation for their
services regarding the conduct of CouncilCommittee business. Appointed
CouncilCommittee members may be reimbursed mileage for use of private automobiles or
public transportation costs required for their attendance at CouncilCommittee meetings.
SECTION 5.0: ADMINISTRATION
Section 5.1: Officer Duties
(a) The Chair shall, if present, preside at all meetings of the CouncilCommittee and
shall exercise and perform such other powers and duties as may be from time to time
assigned to him or her by the Commission.
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(b) The Vice Chair shall perform the duties of the Chair in his or her absence.
(c) The Second (2nd) Vice Chair shall perform the duties of the Chair and First (1st)
Vice Chair in their absence.
(d) In the event that the Chair and both Vice Chairs are absent or unable to act,
members present at any meeting of the CouncilCommittee, by an order entered in
the minutes, shall select one of their members to act as Chair Pro Tempore, who
during such time shall act as Chair.
Section 5.2: Election of Officers
The Commission shall elect, by a majority vote, the Chair, Vice Chair and Second (2nd) Vice
Chair from members of the CouncilCommittee, provided that he or she is first nominated by
either the Commission or the CouncilCommittee. Nominees for the positions of Chair, Vice
Chair, and Second (2nd) Vice Chair shall be submitted and voted on by the
CouncilCommittee during the first (1st) meeting of the calendar year. All nominees shall be
members of the CouncilCommittee.
Section 5.3: Officer Terms
The term of all officers shall be for one (1) year or up to two (2) years, upon approval of the
CouncilCommittee.
Section 5.4: Removal of Officers
The Chair, the Vice Chair, and the Second (2nd) Vice Chair may be removed by the
affirmative vote of a majority of the CouncilCommittee. Voting on removal shall take place
no sooner than at the next regular meeting following the meeting at which the motion to
remove officers was introduced.
Section 5.5: Subcommittees
The CouncilCommittee may appoint subcommittees as it deems necessary. Unless
subcommittee membership, functions, duties, responsibilities, or terms of service are
specified by law or the Commission, the CouncilCommittee may determine the membership
of such subcommittees, and specify the functions, duties, responsibilities, and terms of
service. The CouncilCommittee shall give due consideration to any recommendations,
advice, or proposals received from subcommittees.
SECTION 6.0: MEETINGS
Section 6.1: Call for Meetings
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Commission shall call the first (1st) meeting of the CouncilCommittee and may call
subsequent meetings. The Commission may set the time and place of said meeting(s) and
designate the agenda for any meetings so called. The Chair reserves the right to call for
meetings at his or her discretion.
(a) All meetings of the CouncilCommittee, including without limitation, regular and
special meetings, shall be called, noticed, held and conducted in accordance with the Ralph
M. Brown Act, commending with Section 54950 of the Government Code.
Section 6.2. Regular Meetings
Regular meetings of the CouncilCommittee shall be held at the time and place established
of record in the minutes of the CouncilCommittee at its first (1st) meeting and throughout the
course of the calendar year.
(a) Meetings shall be held biannually, or as needed, every calendar year.
(b) The CouncilCommittee shall post agendas of all regular meetings. The agenda shall
contain a general description of each item of business to be transacted or discussed
at the meeting, at least seventy-two (72) hours before such regular meeting. No
action shall be taken on any item not appearing on such posted agendas, except as
permitted by state law.
(c) If needed, telephone or electronic polling of the voting membership is allowed, subject
to the discretion of the Chair.
Section 6.3 Special Meetings
The Chair, the Commission, or a quorum of CouncilCommittee membership may call for a
special meeting by issuing a written statement (mail or electronic mail) to the Executive
Director of the Commission. Such notice shall be so delivered at least twenty-four (24) hours
before the time of such meeting. The notification must indicate the time and place of the
special meeting and the business to be transacted. No other business shall be transacted
outside of what was delineated in the notice.
SECTION 7.0: ADDITIONS, AMENDMENTS, AND CHANGES
Section 7.1: Amendments and Regulations
Additions, amendments, and changes to the bylaws of the CouncilCommittee shall reflect
and be consistent with the governing rules and regulations, including any acts, ordinances,
and initiatives policies governing funds managed through or overseen by the Commission
and g overning County Transportation Commissions, Consolidated Transportation Service
Agencies., and Social Service Transportation AdvisoryCouncils., and the acts, ordinances,
and initiatives governing funds managed through these Agencies.
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Any additions, amendments, and changes to the bylaws must be adopted by majority vote
of members of the CouncilCommittee present when the addition, amendment, or change is
presented.
CHAIR
Citizens and Specialized Transit Advisory Committee Social Services Transportation Advisory
Council/Citizens Advisory Committee
DATE: December 11, 2019May 12, 2021
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Agenda Item 7
RIVERSIDE COUNTY TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
DATE: April 12, 2021
TO: Citizens and Specialized Transit Advisory Council
FROM: Eric DeHate, Transit Manager
THROUGH: Lorelle Moe-Luna, Multimodal Services Director
SUBJECT: Fiscal Year 2021/22 – 2023/24 Draft Short Range Transit Plan Updates
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
This item is for the Council to receive and file Draft Fiscal Year (FY) 2021/22 – 2023/24 Short
Range Transit Plans (SRTPs) updates from the cities of Banning, Beaumont, Corona, and
Riverside; Palo Verde Valley Transit Agency (PVVTA); Riverside Transit Agency (RTA); SunLine
Transit Agency (SunLine); and the Commission’s Rail and Vanpool Programs.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
The SRTPs serve as the county’s primary justification for federal and state grants for transit
operations and capital and provides a short-term vision of public transportation for the county
including strategies that will help guide transportation decisions over the next three to five years.
In Riverside County, there are seven public bus transit operators (Banning, Beaumont, Corona,
and Riverside; RTA; SunLine; and PVVTA), and the Commission as a commuter rail and vanpool
operator – a total of eight transit operators.
Under state law, the Commission is tasked with the responsibility to identify, analyze, and
recommend potential productivity improvements to ensure federal, state, and local funds are
allocated to transit operators to provide needed transit services for county residents. An annual
SRTP update is a mechanism to meet this obligation and coordinate transit services throughout
the county. The core components of each agency’s SRTP includes the operating and capital plans
and project justifications that are utilized as the basis for receiving transit funding. The SRTPs
also document each operator’s system and route performance data, which provide the basis for
the Commission’s oversight activities to ensure compliance with the Transportation
Development Act, federal regulations, state law, and Commission-adopted policies and
guidelines.
Each operator will provide an overview of the major projects and activities anticipated in their
FY 2021/22 SRTP update.
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FY22 Operating and Capital Budget*
FY22 –FY26 Short-Range Transit Plan
CSTAC Meeting
April 12, 2021
* Budget numbers presented here are estimates and not final.
RTA’s Mission is to provide safe, reliable, and cost-effective transportation for the public
of western Riverside County.
FY22 Mission and Strategy
To carry out that mission in FY22, staff is implementing a strategy and plan to:
•Preserve –and grow -ridership in the face of the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic
•Budget within forecasted revenues and in concert with RCTC direction
•Continue providing routes/service as much as practical given the circumstances of COVID-19
•Continue to be fiscally responsible with taxpayer funds and comply with all laws and
regulations
FY22 SRTP: Budget Summary
The FY22 Budget reflects an overall similar service output in terms of revenue
service hours,however,a much different service allocation as we plan to move
slowly out of the pandemic.
Current FY21
Budget
FY22
Proposed
Change
Incr.+/(Decr.)
Change
%
Operating Budget 82,392,199$ 85,379,740$ 2,987,541$ 4%
Capital Budget 2,621,250$ 19,823,049$ 17,201,799$ 656%
Total Budget 85,013,449$ 105,202,789$ 20,189,340$ 24%
•Service: Sunday service levels with peak CommuterLinks, adding service in September for youth/college trips to top five
routes; normal DAR/DAR Plus offering.
•Operating budget increase largely driven by increased liability insurance rates and security services.
•Capital budget increase primarily due to programming for CNG bus purchase (70).
FY22 Service Profile
•Fixed Route Revenue Service Hours
•Sunday service levels 7 days a week
•CommuterLink offerings at peak
•Ramping up service on top-five routes for youth/college ridership in September 2021
•Elimination of service on 6 major holidays
•Elimination of low-performing trips systemwide
•Microtransit Pilot Program proposed for Hemet/San Jacinto
•Dial-A-Ride Service and Passenger Demand
•Coverage window similar to pre-COVID-19
•7th year of DAR Plus (¾ mile to 2 ¾ miles)
•Anticipated lower ridership demand due to COVID-19 pandemic
FY22 Operating Budget Highlights
•Operating budget = $85,379,740
•4% or $2,987,541 increase over FY21
•Staffing compared to FY21 Budget
•Coach Operators: 36 positions lower to 279
•Maintenance and maintenance-related:10 positions higher to 96
•Administration: 10 positions lower to 97
•Purchased transportation costs reflect service plan and
contractual rates for new year.
•Sunday service levels; peak CommuterLink trips; “normal” DAR/DAR
Plus
Operating Budget: Major Functions
FY21
Budget
FY22
Proposed
Change
Incr+/(Decr)
Growth
%Comments / Drivers
Operations 51,564,805$ 51,759,623$ 194,818$ 0%
Maintenance 12,110,209$ 13,131,290$ 1,021,081$ 8%Increased fuel costs and Servicers to sanitize buses
Planning 759,533$ 722,336$ (37,197)$ -5%Reduced scheduling software costs
Administration 17,957,652$ 19,766,491$ 1,808,839$ 10%Large increases in insurance and security costs
Total Operating Budget 82,392,199$ 85,379,740$ 2,987,541$ 4%
Operations
61%
Maintenance
15%
Planning
1%
Administration
23%
Operating Budget: Major Cost Elements
FY21
Budget
FY22
Proposed
Change
Incr+/(Decr)%Rationale
Salaries & Benefits 45,491,910$ 45,564,184$ 72,274$ 0%
Contracted Routes 21,977,569$ 22,726,981$ 749,412$ 3%Increased DAR demand and increased rates
Materials & Supplies 4,387,227$ 4,530,691$ 143,464$ 3%Increased fuel and parts
Services 3,701,954$ 4,254,549$ 552,595$ 15%Increased security services
Other Expenses 6,833,539$ 8,303,335$ 1,469,796$ 22%Insurance program - hard market
Total Operating Budget 82,392,199$ 85,379,740$ 2,987,541$ 4%
53%
27%
4%5%
9%Salaries & Benefits
Contracted Routes
Services
Materials & Supplies
Other Expenses
FY22 Farebox Recovery Ratio
Full Up
Farebox Revenues 3,500,000$
Adjustments
Measure A 4,000,000$
Interest Income 100,000$
Sale of CNG Fuel 100,000$
RIN's/ LCFS Credits 1,150,000$
LCTOP used for operating 2,998,000$
Subtotal - Adjustments 8,348,000$
FY22 Adjusted Farebox Revenue 11,848,000$
Operating Expenditures 85,379,740$
Farebox Ratio 13.88%
•RTA does not anticipate making the Farebox Recovery Ratio Target in FY22
FY22 Capital Budget
•Capital Budget = $19,823,049
–Additional funding to support the purchase of 70 40-ft. CNG vehicles
–New Fareboxes
–Associated Transit Improvements
–Tire lease
–SB 1 SGR Agency Improvements
–Vine Street Mobility Hub construction funding
–Sustainability Study
•Funding sources:
–Federal 5307 and 5339
–Prop 1B
–State Transit Assistance
–SB 1 SGR
–TUMF
–AHSC State Funds
–LTF
Major Initiatives/Accomplishments-FY21
•Completed the Vine Street Conceptual Plan
•Completed the Route Reduction Study and Title VI analysis in response to declining
ridership
•COVID-19 spread mitigation measures to support essential service
•Masks required on buses
•Capacity limits on revenue vehicles
•COVID rapid-testing offered at both facilities
•Enhanced cleaning measures on buses and facilities
•Employee screenings prior to starting work
•Barriers installed on all buses to protect Coach Operators
•Board approved the Zero Emission Bus Rollout Plan and an all-Hydrogen Fuel Cell Electric
Bus Fleet for RTA.
•FY21 -Fare free program for youth under 18 and college students extended through July
31, 2022.
RCTC CSTAC MEETING APRIL 12,2021
Routes
•9 fixed routes
•1 express route (upcoming)
•1 Commuter Link (upcoming)
•ADA Paratransit
Fleet
•61 CNG
•17 Electric Hydrogen Fuel Cell
•4 Electric Battery BYD
•39 CNG Paratransit Vehicles
OUR LEGACY
Nearly three decades of
leadership in alternate fuel
technology
The pioneering efforts of the
agency developed a new era
for public transit
Sunday Schedule/Rear Door Boarding
Employee Health Screening/Driver Barriers
Immediate Budget Review/Reductions
Development of a Service Response Plan
COVID-19 RESPONSE
COVID-19 IMPACT
ADDRESSING RIDER NEEDS
IMPROVE connections, access and mobility
INCREASE one-seat rides, decrease transfers
ELEVATE route performance, eliminate low performing routes
PROMOTE environmental sustainability and economic vitality
MAXIMIZE in route travel, minimize off route travel and overlap
INTRODUCING… A NEW NETWORK
Consolidated 15 Routes to 9 Routes
Simplified Route Numbering System
REFUELED PILLARS
IMPLEMENTATION STATUS
•Consolidated Fixed Route Network launched January 3
•SunRide launched January 4
•School Trippers resumed service starting March 29
•Fare collection and front-door boarding resume May 2
•10 Commuter Link service will begin operating July 12
•Route 1X Pilot Project will begin operating September 7
COMPLETED
UPCOMING
VISION OF REFUELED
9 local routes with
15 minutes or less frequency
with rideshare/flexible service providing
connections to riders to fixed route
network
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R e f u e l e d i n i t i a t i v e s
" R e c o v e r f r o m t h e i m p a c t s o f t h e
C O V I D - 1 9 p a n d e m i c
" S u p p o r t t h e l o c a l e c o n o m y
" M e e t t h e m o b i l i t y n e e d s o f t h e
C o a c h e l l a V a l l e y
" A t t r a c t c h o i c e r i d e r s , e x p a n d t r a n s i t
m a r k e t s h a r e , g a i n n e w t r a n s i t
u s e r s
F Y 2 2 - 2 4 S R T P F O C U S
FUELING PROJECTS
NEW METHOD
ELECTROLYZER STEAM REFORMER LIQUID HYDROGEN
FUELING STATION
CEC: ZERO-EMISSION TRANSIT FLEET
INFRASTRUCTURE DEPLOYMENT
COMPLETED
COMMISSIONING
IN 2020
PROJECT
STARTING IN 2021
HYDROGEN PRODUCED
AT $3 PER KILOGRAM
MAJOR UTILITY: HYDROGEN FUELING
DEMONSTRATION PROJECT
PROJECT AWARDED
IN 2021
FUTURE PROJECTS
Converting all source
fuel to completely
renewable
Relieving SunLine from
being grid power
dependent
Building WCCOE to
ensure workforce is
ready for technologies
being developed
Microgrid Source Fuel Training Center
Thank You
Questions?
Visit SunLine.org
Email refueled@sunline.org
Call 760-343-3456
Banning
Connect
FORMERLY “PASS TRANSIT”
O u t W i t h T h e O l d P a s s T r a n s i t
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B a n n i n g C o n n e c t 2 0 2 1
Banning Connect 2021
Banning Transit Services Provided
Banning Transit currently Operates 3 transit routes
Dial -A Ride Service is offered to Seniors and disabled Passengers in our community.
We cover all the City of Banning and travel into neighboring Cities such as Beaumont and Cabazon.
We Operate 7 Days a Week with limited service on the weekends.
Our current fleet size consists of 11 vehicles.
Last Fiscal Year We boarded 106,908 Passengers on our fixed route service.
6,052 Passengers on our Dial-A -Ride buses.
FY 21/22 18,000 Passengers have boarded on fixed route. (Significant drop due to COVID 19 Pandemic)
FY 21/22 352 Passengers have boarded our Dial-A-Ride Service.
1,948.627 Million Dollar Operating Budget for FY21/22
◦New Projects for FY 21/22
◦Salaries & Benefit 25%
◦Fuel 30%
◦Materials & Supplies 3%
COVID 19 IMPACT ON ROUTES
Throughout 2020, The City was able to
maintain and operate all scheduled routes, No
Routes were eliminated, and regular fixed route
service was not impacted By the Covid 19
Pandemic. We are excited about FY 21/22 in
hopes it brings a rainbow at the end of this
storm we have all been facing as a community.
COVID CLEANING PROCEDURES
Cleanliness has always been a part of Banning Transit but due to COVID -19
it has taken a front seat regarding the safety of our Passengers and Drivers
during this Corona Virus Pandemic.
•We have implemented more robust cleaning measures such as outside
Vendors coming into our Agency a week to make sure that the transit
buses are disinfected with “Medical Grade” disinfectant.
•Drivers are given Gloves, Masks, Googles and Hand Sanitizers to make
sure they are as safe as possible while performing their duties.
•Installation of Driver barrier shields to give our Drivers an added
protection against possible exposure to COVID-19.
•limited Passenger boarding's to 10 people for a (35 ft) bus and only 5
people for our Dial A Ride Buses.
EXTRA CAREFUL DURING
COVID 19 PANDEMIC
Swiftly 2021
City of Banning Transit -Real Time Predictions Using Swiftly GTFS
Banningconnect.com
Passenger Prediction Map
(951) 261-8887
Enter Stop Code for Information
T h a n k Y o u
S t a y S a f e & H e a l t h y
SRTP Overview FY 21/22
Fiscal Year 2021
LTF 2,776,096
Passenger Fares 308,288
Total Budget 3,084,384
Fiscal Year 2022
LTF 2,548,718
Measure A 124,000
Passenger Fares 210,115
Total Budget 2,882,833
8.92% decline in LTF
6.99% overall decline in
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Sudesh Paul
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April 12, 2021
City of Corona Transit Services
•City operates the Corona Cruiser, fixed route service which
includes Blue and Red Lines, and a Citywide Dial-a-Ride (DAR)
program for all seniors and persons with disabilities.
•DAR provides complementary paratransit in compliance with
ADA ¾ mile corridor
•Operate on weekdays & Saturdays
•20 vehicles in fleet (13 DAR; 7 Cruiser)
Ridership Data
Service Pre-COVID-19
(FY 18/19)
FY 19/20 Current FY20/21
Estimate
DAR 52,600 39,900 13,100
Cruiser 118,400 100,186 68,000
City of Corona
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• Department of Public & Social Services
• Norco College (RCC)
• Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV)
• Brunswick Classic Lanes
• Target
FY 21/22 Transit Operating Budget
$2.8 Million Operating Budget (4.9% decrease compared to FY 20/21
SRTP budget)
•Contracting Services 69%
•Contracted transit operations
•Comprehensive Operations Analysis
•Maintenance Oversight Services
•Salaries & Benefit 21%
•Fuel 7%
•Materials & Supplies 3%
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Current and Future Improvement Plans
•Future projects consists of the following:
•Intelligent Transportation System
•Digital Land Mobile Radio System
•Purchase additional ADA Accessible Vans to transport few passengers
•Canopy/Roof Structure for Bus Parking Area
•Bus Stop Improvements
•Contracted Transit Operations
•Conduct a Comprehensive Operational Analysis (COA) for service enhancements and operational efficiency
•Fixed Route Planning
•Purchase Route Development buses
•Continued contractor oversight and monitoring to ensure compliance with required regulations
Marketing Strategies
•Increase awareness of Corona’s public transit services by participating in community events•On-going solicitation of customer feedback to increase rider satisfaction•Initiate an annual rider survey•Establish the free ride day program•Establish the transit training program
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COVID-19 Pandemic Impact
Sanitization efforts
•Increased cleaning/sanitization of buses and bus stops
•Enforce mask policy and 6 ft social distancing on buses
•Provide masks to patrons as needed
•Provide on-board hand sanitizerImpact to Service when pandemic hit
•Demand for DAR service decreased by 78%
•Cruiser ridership decreased by 47% -no change in the level of
service providedImplemented no fare collection to reduce contact and
increase social distancing
QUESTIONS?
951-279-3763
Sudesh.Paul@CoronaCA.gov
www.CoronaCA.gov/transit
RiversideCa.gov
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RiversideCa.gov
Special Transportation’s Short
Range Transit Plan Overview
Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Department
Citizens and Specialized Transit
Advisory Council
April 12, 2021
RiversideCa.gov
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The City of Riverside’s Special Transportation Program was
established in 1975 and works under an agreement with the
Riverside Transit Agency (RTA) to operate a Paratransit (curb-to-
curb) Service within the Riverside City Limits.
Who Do We Serve
Our customers are:
Disabled & Seniors over the age of 60
RiversideCa.gov
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Fleet
•34 –16 Passenger Cutaway
( Ford E-450)
•2 –9 Passenger Ford Transit
Vans
•1 –NorCal Van (Dodge)
•1 –Admin Car (Honda)
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FY 21/22 Operating Budget
FY 2020/21 FY 2021/22 Variance
Plan Plan Percentage
Salaries & Benefits $3,487,594 $3,462,753 -0.71%
Materials & Supplies $40,085 $46,500 16.00%
Fuel $225,000 $225,000 0.00%
Maintenance $400,000 $400,000 0.00%
Contract Services $126,263 $126,633 0.29%
Non-Personnel Costs $1,081,058 $1,163,856 7.66%
Total $5,360,000 $5,424,742 1.21%
Budget Item
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•Effects of COVID-19
–Reduced ridership –83%
–Health and Safety of Passengers and staff
–Staff Morale
•Increased Cleaning
–Daily disinfecting of all operational buses used throughout the service day.
–Drivers are required to disinfect high touch surfaces after every scheduled drop off and pick up.
–Perform a full hospital grade disinfectant spraying down of the buses in service at the end of the service day using an electrostatic disinfecting sprayer
•Face Cover Requirement
•For the protection of staff and the residents we serve, the use of a “Face Cover” and other PPE equipment by our driver is required while on duty.
•All passengers are required to wear a face cover while being transported.
COVID-19 Pandemic
5,146 3,456
Average rides per day range
from 50-80 rides.
(400-500 rides pre-COVID)
3/20/2020 to 2/16/2021
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Projects Underway
•Focus on closing out older projects
–Finishing Bus Wrap Project
–Vehicle Replacement (bus/sedan)
–Launch Rebranding Campaign
–Implement Electronic Fare Collection
System
–Upgrade TransTrack
–Comprehensive Operational Analysis
of program
RiversideCa.gov
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Thank You
Questions or Comments??
Palo Verde Valley Transit Agency
Short Range Transit Plan FY21/22
The PVVTA serves the City of Blythe and
the Eastern most unincorporated areas of
Riverside County including Mesa Verde
and Ripley with six deviated fixed routes
and a TRIP Reimbursement Program
In regular operation PVVTA used 6 bus in revenue service with
3 buses as spare.The current average life of the revenue vehicle
fleet is 2.5 years old.Mostly all vehicle have a 20/2 passengers
capacity.All vehicles are ADA compliant and PVVTA purchases
a new revenue vehicle every year on average.
Budget & Plan Changes
Continued increase based on “normal” service in comparison to 2019
year due to postphoned COA and increase in Min. Wage
Use of CARES I & II for operating assistance $536,665 in total
Use of 5311 for Capital Only until 2022
Waited on mid-day local service, added Fridays to BWE
SRTP was based on “normal” 2019 service but as COVID-19
continues there is an “unknowing” factor to new recovery
Trends before CV were flat due to decline in population and closure
of many businesses in service area
COVID -19
In 2020 PVVTA has seen a 80% reduction is ridership
PVVTA is operating in a fragmented fashion, with dedicated
resources to ADA passengers
Fare since the change in service have been paid through LCTOP free
ride funds.
All focus continues to be protecting and sanitizing the system and
vehicles including buying PPE and modifying buses.
Only 1 employee has had a positive CV test and over 70% of staff is
fully Vax
PVVTA does not see a bounce back to “regular” or growth for 2 to 3
years based on a 3/6 outlook.
Current Projects
Comprehensive Operational Analysis (COA)
5311 Vehicle Purchase
CNG Station Upgrade by local school district
Facility Maintenance Improvements
Preparation for upcoming Operations Contract Bid
Future Outlook
Results from the COA
Look into Technology
Federalize 3rd Party Contracts
Start Electricfication of the fleet
Build a new maintenance facility?
Continue to address COVID recovery
Questions?
RAIL SHORT RANGE TRANSIT PLAN
Presentation to the Citizens and Specialized
Transit Advisory Council
April 12, 2021
Sheldon Peterson, Rail Manager
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" M e t r o l i n k
" C o a c h e l l a V a l l e y S a n G o r g o n i o P a s s e n g e r
R a i l ( C V R a i l )
" L O S S A N J o i n t P o w e r s A u t h o r i t y
" R i v e r s i d e C o u n t y S t a t i o n s
" R a i l S t u d i e s a n d E x p a n s i o n
" O p e r a t i o n L i f e s a v e r R a i l S a f e t y E d u c a t i o n
P r o g r a m
" T h i s p r e s e n t a t i o n f o c u s e s p r i m a r i l y o n
M e t r o l i n k a n d C V R a i l
R C T C R a i l
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" M e t r o l i n k o p e r a t e s i n t h e f i v e - c o u n t y
J P A r e g i o n
" R i v e r s i d e , I E O C , 9 1 / P e r r i s V a l l e y L i n e s
3 3 d a i l y w e e k d a y t r a i n s ( r e d u c e d )
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COVID-19 Recap
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•Service Reduction 30% -In March and October
•Continued focus on essential workforce healthcare/law enforcement
•Clean –Sanitize –Social Distance (How Full is My Train App)
•Conducted Updated Customer Survey in March 2021
–86 percent now likely to return
FY 22 Highlights/Goals
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• Implement a Recovery Plan Framework – Safety First – Add trains back when ready
• Slow return to service cuts assumed for FY22 Budget
• New promotions targeting riders to get back on the
train including Kids Ride Free, Loyalty Program,
5-Day Pass, and new Low Income Fare proposal
• Continue improving the Positive Train Control
program system-wide in coordination with the
freight railroads
• RCTC to fund Metrolink operating subsidy at $23.7 million with mix of federal
stimulus under CARES along with state, and local funds
• RCTC will also fund capital program request of $4.3 million
" B e g a n d e t a i l e d s t u d i e s i n 2 0 1 3
" P r e p a r a t i o n o f S e r v i c e D e v e l o p m e n t P l a n a n d T i e r 1
E n v i r o n m e n t a l b e g a n i n 2 0 1 4
" D u e t o d e l a y s a n d c h a l l e n g e s , p r e l i m i n a r y s c h e d u l e t o
c o m p l e t e t h e D r a f t E I R / E I S r e a d y f o r p u b l i c r e l e a s e i n
M a y 2 0 2 1 w i t h f i n a l a p p r o v a l s e t f o r D e c e m b e r 2 0 2 1 .
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QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS
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RCTC VANCLUB
Brian Cunanan
Commuter & Motorist Assistance Manager
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Presentation to the Citizens and Specialized
Transit Advisory Council
April 12, 2021
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RCTC Commuter Services
Call
Boxes
What is a Vanpool?
•Sponsored by a public agency
•Marketed to and open to the public; primarily employer-based routes
•Passengers and driver are volunteers and commuters
•If requested, the leased vehicle will be ADA accessible
•Vehicles carry 7 to 15 passengers, including the driver
•Helps to fill transit gaps for long distance commuters
FTA recognizes vanpool as
a transit mode
VanClub Overview
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Minimum Qualifications
•Minimum 5 participants to start
•Commute more than 30 miles each day
•Commute 12 or more days each month
•Western Riverside County destination
•Approved lease providers: Receive up to
$400 per month
to offset cost of vanpool lease
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Toyota Sienna
Chevy TraverseFord Explorer Dodge Durango
Dodge Caravan
Ford EconolineFord Transit
Vanpool Lease includes:
–Vehicle
–Maintenance
–Insurance
–Roadside assistance
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Bonus
Benefits: SAVE
TIME
Access to
carpool lanes
SAVE TIME &
MONEY
Free or
reduced tolls
COMMUTE
GREEN
Reduced SOV
emissions
DRIVE LESS.
SMILE MORE.
Higher quality
of life
vs. SAVE MONEY
Estimated $92 savings per month
with VanClub subsidy
$1,104 savings per year*
* Irvine to Riverside scenario
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Employer Destinations
–Univ. of Calif., Riverside
–March Air Reserve Base
–Naval Surface Warfare Center
–Others: Christie Digital System, Corona
Fundamental Intermediate School, DMV
Riverside East, Fisher & Paykel Healthcare,
Simpson Strong-Tie, Inc.
Up to 80
vanpools
pre COVID
County Origin
–Los Angeles (14%)
–Orange (24%)
–Riverside (37%)
–San Bernardino (17%)
–San Diego (8%)
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COVID-19 IMPACTS/RESPONSE
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•Requirements have been relaxed
•Dialed down marketing and outreach
•Summer 2020 survey of terminated vans
•Majority teleworked full time
•More than half prefer/or plan to vanpool
either full or part time upon return
•FTA CARES funding
65%decrease
in vanpools
currently at 28 vanpools from
peak of 80 in March 2020
FY 21 Highlights
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•Regionalization of the vanpool and ridematching
system/database
•Additional leasing vendors
•Remaining vans continue to be very productive
4.4 passengers per trip traveling 19.6 days per month
•Restructured vanpool administration resulting in
significant costs savings
FY 22 Budget
•Projected 552K FY22 spend for 60 vanpools
•Represents a $29K increase over projected
$524K total FY21 spend with 35 vanpools
In FY22, projecting a 71% increase in vanpools
with just a 6% increase in spend
due to FY21 restructuring
1010
Program performance since inception (May 2018)
emissions eliminated
5.5 tons
QUESTIONS, DISCUSSION
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RIVERSIDE COUNTY TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
CITIZENS AND SPECIALIZED TRANSIT ADVISORY COUNCIL
ROLL CALL
APRIL 12, 2021
Present Absent
Lisa Castilone X
John Chavez X
George Colangeli X
Betty Day X
Alejandra Gonzalez X
John Krick X
Jack Marty X
Priscilla Ochoa X
Mary Jo Ramirez X
Catherine Rips X
Gloria J. Sanchez X
Ivet Woolridge X
Kenneth Woytek X
Riverside Transit Agency X
SunLine Transit Agency X