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BART releases final environmental documents for slope repairs at Castro Valley and Concord
The San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District (BART) is proposing the BART Slope Stabilization Project (Project) along BART’s alignment to perform maintenance on damaged abutment joints, drainage systems, and eroded slopes, reducing long-term risk to passengers, employees, and property. Abutments are
‘Transit expands your world’: BART celebrates Transit Worker Appreciation Day
Transit Worker Appreciation Day is a time to celebrate the incredible people who make BART trains run. Whether an engineer, an IT specialist, or a train operator, the people on the frontlines and behind-the-scenes are essential for providing the service that keeps the Bay Area moving. If you’re riding BART on
BART wants to hear from riders on proposed fare changes in 2024 and 2025
The survey is now closed. BART wants to hear from the public about two less-than-inflation fare increases that would assist the agency in continuing to provide safe and reliable service. We are also proposing offering an increased discount of 50% -- up from 20% -- to low-income Clipper START participants. The
BART receives public input on important qualities/experience of next police chief
Ensuring safety on BART by increasing police presence on trains, in stations and parking lots should be the top priority for a new police chief, the public told BART in an online survey. Respondents were asked to rate 14 personal characteristics or attributes desired in a new chief. Most of the qualities
Allied law enforcement agencies to help patrol BART system during funeral
Wednesday, January 29, is the funeral for BART police officer, Sgt. Tommy Smith. Many personnel from the BART Police Department will attend the funeral to honor him and support his family. To maintain safety of our customers and security on the system, allied agencies' law enforcement personnel will assist by
Public-at-Large position open on BART Police Citizen Review Board
The BART Board of Directors is currently in the process of recruiting a public-at-large appointee for the BART Police Citizen Review Board (BPCRB). The BPCRB is comprised of 11 members. One public-at-large position is appointed jointly by the BART Board of Directors. Members of the BPCRB work to increase the
BART seeks applicants for public seat on Audit Committee
BART is seeking applicants to serve as public members on its Audit Committee, which assists the Board of Directors in providing oversight for financial management, operational effectiveness, ethics and regulatory compliance.
The Audit Committee is comprised of five voting members, including three Board Directors and two public members with governmental financial expertise. It meets at least four times per year, with authority to convene additional meetings as needed.
Criteria for the position include:
- Expertise: Have expertise in governmental accounting, financial management, or Performance auditing, or conducting investigations of fraud, waste, or abuse;
- Technical Knowledge: Have technical knowledge of accounting, financial or performance auditing, financial reporting, and internal controls, including an understanding of and ability to apply the Government Auditing Standards, accounting standards issued by the Government Accounting Standards Board, and a recognized internal control framework;
- Professional Certification: Possess a relevant professional certification, such as Certified Public Accountant, Certified Internal Auditor, Certified Fraud Examiner, Certified Inspector General, Certified Internal Controls Auditor, Certified Information Systems Auditor, or a similar certification. Relevant experience may substitute for such certification in the Board’s discretion;
- No conflicts/recent affiliations: Within the past 10 years and other than in their role as a committee member, have no affiliation with the District or with a firm that has done business with the District.
Public members serving on the Audit Committee must be appointed by a majority of the full Board of Directors through this application process. Public members must possess the independence, experience, and collective technical expertise necessary to carry out the duties of the Audit Committee. Public members must be residents within the District's boundaries and are subject to conflict-of-interest laws.
The application process has two phases. In Phase 1, all applications will be reviewed to meet all requirements and qualifications, letters of recommendations and any supplemental documents. In Phase 2, selected candidates will be invited to appear before the Board of Directors to briefly explain their interest in serving on the committee, followed by a Board vote.
Download the application form, Audit Committee Public Member appointment rules, and the Audit Committee Charter.
BART Board President asks Governor to not grant cooling off period
BART Board President Tom Radulovich has written a letter to the Governor which reads, "We are committed to reaching a final settlement by that date (June 30). However, if an agreement is not reached, we ask that you not grant a 60 day cooling-off period should union leaders request one."
No labor deal reached, BART gives final offer, unions call a strike
BART General Manager Grace Crunican issued the following statement after no deal was reached in labor negotiations between BART and its two largest unions: “I am very disappointed that even after six months of day after day, night after night intense negotiations we are still unable to reach a deal. It hasn’t
BART to implement $1.00 daily parking fee at Lake Merritt Station
Beginning Monday, October 31st, BART will be implementing a $1.00 daily parking charge at Lake Merritt Station as part of its paid parking program. The program is being implemented at BART's 10 busiest stations in the East Bay. Payment of parking fees will be required on weekdays between 4:00 a.m. and 3:00 p