Transportation Business Advisory Council (TBAC) - Metro
Transportation Business Advisory Council (TBAC) Special Membership Committee Meeting Wednesday April 18, 2018 9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Metro Headquarters 7th Floor Scheduling Room One Gateway Plaza, Los Angeles CA 90012 Chair: Open Vice-Chair: Adolfo Mota (LA DVBA) Participating Via Telephone: Ghina Yamout (AAAEA CA) Rubina Chaudhary (WBEC West)
9655 Granite Ridge Drive, 2nd Floor San Diego, CA 92123 340 E. Commonwealth Ave. Fullerton, CA 92832
(1) Introductions Confirm attendees signed in on sign in sheets Assign member(s) for: taking notes, recording of motions, prepare meeting minutes / report. (2) Nomination of Committee Chair and Vice Chair (3) Transfer of Information from Sandy to TBAC Chair a.) Pending applications and requests (4) TBAC Bylaws Membership & Review Process a.) Streamline membership review process with input from Metro (5) Outreach to LA County and Cities within the County that have Organizations that Advocate for Woman Owned/Minority Owned Business Contact potential organizations and invite to attend and join TBAC. (6) Public Comment (7) Next Meeting Review and Adjourn Dates to be discussed. MEMBER ORGANIZATIONS, REPRESENTATIVES, and ALTERNATE REPRESENTATIVES American Indian Chamber of Commerce of California Shannon Marquez; Robert Weir
Los Angeles Chapter of the DVBA William Osgood; Sandy Schneeberger, Adolfo Mota
Arab American Association of Engineers & Architects California Chapter: Ghina Yamout; Vina Azar, Adam Chamaa
Los Angeles Latino Chamber of Commerce Frank Villalobos; Darrel Sauceda, Moises Cisneros
Arab American Association of Engineers & Architects Golden State Chapter: Ali Altaha; Vic Zikoor, Regard Sabry
National Association of Minority Contractors So. California Kevin Ramsey; Sharon Coleman, LaKeisha Vaden
Asian American Advertising Federation Sandra Lee; Jay Kim, Cheryl Lee
National Association of Women Business Owners of Los Angeles Hilary Lentini; Jennifer Freund, Schenae Rourk
Asian American Architects & Engineers Association James Okazaki; Kenneth Wong, Diana Ho
National Association of Women In Construction – Los Angeles Dr. Giovanna Brasfield; Priscilla Chavez, Dianne Frank
Black Business Association Ezekiel Patten, Jr.; Rosalind Pennington, Bianca Vobecky
Regional Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Danny Cancino; Hector Mendoza, Sandy Cajas
Filipino American Society of Architects & Engineers Ethel Walker; Pert Arca, Berwyn Salazar
Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers – Los Angeles Emmanuelle Galvan; Paul Avila, Roberto Guzman
Hispanic Engineers Business Corp. Rodrigo Garcia; Al Solis, Armando Ramos
The Elite SDVOB Network – Los Angeles Chapter Frank Marchello; Rene Cota, Linda Clark
Los Angeles Chapter National Organization of Minority Architects Michael Anderson; Gregory Williams, Roland Wiley
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council – West Rubina Chaudhary; Rashmi Chaturvedi, Deborah Dyson Women’s Transportation Seminar – Los Angeles Robyn Coates; Sheila Wray Given, Kathy McClure
CALIFORNIA PUBLIC UTILITIES CODE (PUC) Division 12 Chapter 2 130051.19.(b), (c) (b) The authority shall, prior to the approval of any contract by the authority or by its organization units, adopt and implement a disadvantaged business enterprise program which establishes participation goals of not less than 15 percent of the dollar value of all contracts by minority business enterprises and not less than 5 percent by women business enterprises. (c) The authority shall establish a Transportation Business Advisory Council to advise it on matters regarding the disadvantaged business enterprise program to enable the authority to meet or exceed women and minority business enterprise participation goals. Members of the council shall be selected by the authority, and shall include representatives of professional organizations and other groups which advocate on behalf of greater participation of women and minority business enterprises in public contracts. The chairperson of the authority or his or her designee shall meet with the council, and the authority shall provide adequate staff support for the council, and shall consider all recommendations made by the council. CODE OF CONDUCT Conduct and personal behavior – It is expected Council Members will:
Adhere to the Operating Guidelines for the Transportation Business Advisory Council (TBAC); Act ethically, with honesty and integrity, in the best interests of the TBAC at all times; Take individual responsibility to contribute actively to all aspects of the Council’s role according to its Operating Guidelines; Make decisions fairly, impartially and promptly, considering all available information, legislation, policies and procedures; Treat colleagues with respect, courtesy, honesty and fairness, and have proper regard for their interest, rights, safety and welfare; Not harass, bully or intimidate colleagues, members of the Council, public and/or TBAC or other Agency Staff; No Personal Attacks! Contribute to a harmonious, safe and productive Council environment/culture through professional relationships; and Not make improper use of their position as Council Members to gain advantage for themselves or for any other person.
Communication and official information – It is expected Council Members will:
Channel all communication between Council and staff on council matters through the appropriate or assigned individuals; and Not represent themselves as speaking for, or acting on behalf of, Metro or TBAC regarding the business of TBAC.
Conflict of interest – It is expected Council Members will:
Disclose any personal or business interest which may give rise to actual or perceived conflict of interest; Ensure personal or financial interests do not conflict with their ability to perform official duties in an impartial manner; Not allow personal or financial interests, or the interests of any associated person, to conflict with the interests of TBAC; and Manage and declare any conflict between their personal and public duty; and where a conflict of interest does arise, the member will recues him/her self from all discussion and decisions on that matter.
In addition, Council Members commit to:
Take responsibility for reporting improper conduct or misconduct, including discrimination, which has been, or may be occurring in the meetings, committee or full council, reporting the details to the relevant people or agency; and Take responsibility for contributing in a constructive, courteous and positive manner to enhance good governance and the reputation of TBAC ADA REQUIREMENTS
Upon request, sign language interpretation, materials in alternative formats and other accommodations are available to the public for MTA-sponsored meetings and events. All requests for reasonable accommodations must be made at least three working days (72) hours in advance of the scheduled meeting date. Please telephone (213) 922-4600 between 8 A.M. and 5. P.M., Monday through Friday. Our TDD line is (800) 252-9040
9655 Granite Ridge Drive, 2nd Floor San Diego, CA 92123 340 E. Commonwealth Ave. Fullerton, CA 92832
(1) Introductions Confirm attendees signed in on sign in sheets Assign member(s) for: taking notes, recording of motions, prepare meeting minutes / report. (2) Nomination of Committee Chair and Vice Chair (3) Transfer of Information from Sandy to TBAC Chair a.) Pending applications and requests (4) TBAC Bylaws Membership & Review Process a.) Streamline membership review process with input from Metro (5) Outreach to LA County and Cities within the County that have Organizations that Advocate for Woman Owned/Minority Owned Business Contact potential organizations and invite to attend and join TBAC. (6) Public Comment (7) Next Meeting Review and Adjourn Dates to be discussed. MEMBER ORGANIZATIONS, REPRESENTATIVES, and ALTERNATE REPRESENTATIVES American Indian Chamber of Commerce of California Shannon Marquez; Robert Weir
Los Angeles Chapter of the DVBA William Osgood; Sandy Schneeberger, Adolfo Mota
Arab American Association of Engineers & Architects California Chapter: Ghina Yamout; Vina Azar, Adam Chamaa
Los Angeles Latino Chamber of Commerce Frank Villalobos; Darrel Sauceda, Moises Cisneros
Arab American Association of Engineers & Architects Golden State Chapter: Ali Altaha; Vic Zikoor, Regard Sabry
National Association of Minority Contractors So. California Kevin Ramsey; Sharon Coleman, LaKeisha Vaden
Asian American Advertising Federation Sandra Lee; Jay Kim, Cheryl Lee
National Association of Women Business Owners of Los Angeles Hilary Lentini; Jennifer Freund, Schenae Rourk
Asian American Architects & Engineers Association James Okazaki; Kenneth Wong, Diana Ho
National Association of Women In Construction – Los Angeles Dr. Giovanna Brasfield; Priscilla Chavez, Dianne Frank
Black Business Association Ezekiel Patten, Jr.; Rosalind Pennington, Bianca Vobecky
Regional Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Danny Cancino; Hector Mendoza, Sandy Cajas
Filipino American Society of Architects & Engineers Ethel Walker; Pert Arca, Berwyn Salazar
Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers – Los Angeles Emmanuelle Galvan; Paul Avila, Roberto Guzman
Hispanic Engineers Business Corp. Rodrigo Garcia; Al Solis, Armando Ramos
The Elite SDVOB Network – Los Angeles Chapter Frank Marchello; Rene Cota, Linda Clark
Los Angeles Chapter National Organization of Minority Architects Michael Anderson; Gregory Williams, Roland Wiley
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council – West Rubina Chaudhary; Rashmi Chaturvedi, Deborah Dyson Women’s Transportation Seminar – Los Angeles Robyn Coates; Sheila Wray Given, Kathy McClure
CALIFORNIA PUBLIC UTILITIES CODE (PUC) Division 12 Chapter 2 130051.19.(b), (c) (b) The authority shall, prior to the approval of any contract by the authority or by its organization units, adopt and implement a disadvantaged business enterprise program which establishes participation goals of not less than 15 percent of the dollar value of all contracts by minority business enterprises and not less than 5 percent by women business enterprises. (c) The authority shall establish a Transportation Business Advisory Council to advise it on matters regarding the disadvantaged business enterprise program to enable the authority to meet or exceed women and minority business enterprise participation goals. Members of the council shall be selected by the authority, and shall include representatives of professional organizations and other groups which advocate on behalf of greater participation of women and minority business enterprises in public contracts. The chairperson of the authority or his or her designee shall meet with the council, and the authority shall provide adequate staff support for the council, and shall consider all recommendations made by the council. CODE OF CONDUCT Conduct and personal behavior – It is expected Council Members will:
Adhere to the Operating Guidelines for the Transportation Business Advisory Council (TBAC); Act ethically, with honesty and integrity, in the best interests of the TBAC at all times; Take individual responsibility to contribute actively to all aspects of the Council’s role according to its Operating Guidelines; Make decisions fairly, impartially and promptly, considering all available information, legislation, policies and procedures; Treat colleagues with respect, courtesy, honesty and fairness, and have proper regard for their interest, rights, safety and welfare; Not harass, bully or intimidate colleagues, members of the Council, public and/or TBAC or other Agency Staff; No Personal Attacks! Contribute to a harmonious, safe and productive Council environment/culture through professional relationships; and Not make improper use of their position as Council Members to gain advantage for themselves or for any other person.
Communication and official information – It is expected Council Members will:
Channel all communication between Council and staff on council matters through the appropriate or assigned individuals; and Not represent themselves as speaking for, or acting on behalf of, Metro or TBAC regarding the business of TBAC.
Conflict of interest – It is expected Council Members will:
Disclose any personal or business interest which may give rise to actual or perceived conflict of interest; Ensure personal or financial interests do not conflict with their ability to perform official duties in an impartial manner; Not allow personal or financial interests, or the interests of any associated person, to conflict with the interests of TBAC; and Manage and declare any conflict between their personal and public duty; and where a conflict of interest does arise, the member will recues him/her self from all discussion and decisions on that matter.
In addition, Council Members commit to:
Take responsibility for reporting improper conduct or misconduct, including discrimination, which has been, or may be occurring in the meetings, committee or full council, reporting the details to the relevant people or agency; and Take responsibility for contributing in a constructive, courteous and positive manner to enhance good governance and the reputation of TBAC ADA REQUIREMENTS
Upon request, sign language interpretation, materials in alternative formats and other accommodations are available to the public for MTA-sponsored meetings and events. All requests for reasonable accommodations must be made at least three working days (72) hours in advance of the scheduled meeting date. Please telephone (213) 922-4600 between 8 A.M. and 5. P.M., Monday through Friday. Our TDD line is (800) 252-9040
