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Stesia Swain
GCRTA advances EZfare renewal
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Goodmorning! My name is StΓ©siΓ and today Iβll be tweeting coverage for yesterdayβs Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority (GCRTA) meeting held at 9am. #CLEDocumenters @cledocumenters @signalcleveland
10:25 AM May 8, 2024 CDT
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The roll is called. Four committee members are present. #CLEDocumenters @cledocumenters @signalcleveland
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@cledocumenters @signalcleveland Presented first is fire alarm & safety system inspections and maintenance services for a five year period. #CLEDocumenters @cledocumenters @signalcleveland
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@cledocumenters @signalcleveland Attached are the National Fire Protection Agencyβs (NFPA) requirements. #CLEDocumenters @cledocumenters @signalcleveland
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@cledocumenters @signalcleveland Here are a few examples of the systems that are tested. #CLEDocumenters @cledocumenters @signalcleveland
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@cledocumenters @signalcleveland Here is the βScope of Workβ. This slide covers fire alarm control panels. #CLEDocumenters @cledocumenters @signalcleveland
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@cledocumenters @signalcleveland This slide covers the Life Safety System and was quickly shared. #CLEDocumenters @cledocumenters @signalcleveland
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@cledocumenters @signalcleveland This slide begins the procurement overview. #CLEDocumenters @cledocumenters @signalcleveland
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@cledocumenters @signalcleveland This slide shows a project cost breakdown. #CLEDocumenters @cledocumenters @signalcleveland
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@cledocumenters @signalcleveland This slide explains the recommendation that Johnson Controls be awarded said funds for the fire alarm/life safety system testing service and preventative maintenance contract. #CLEDocumenters @cledocumenters @signalcleveland
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@cledocumenters @signalcleveland The floor is then open for questions. #CLEDocumenters @cledocumenters @signalcleveland
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@cledocumenters @signalcleveland This agenda item is approved. #CLEDocumenters @cledocumenters @signalcleveland
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@cledocumenters @signalcleveland Next to he presented is the EZFare Service Renewal. #CLEDocumenters @cledocumenters @signalcleveland
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@cledocumenters @signalcleveland This slide shows Fare Media ticketing options.
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@cledocumenters @signalcleveland This slide explains more background on EZFare. #CLEDocumenters @cledocumenters @signalcleveland
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@cledocumenters @signalcleveland This slide shares the EXFare overview which shows the sales of EZFare. #CLEDocumenters @cledocumenters @signalcleveland
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@cledocumenters @signalcleveland This is slide shows the pricing changes. #CLEDocumenters @cledocumenters @signalcleveland
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@cledocumenters @signalcleveland This slides are the Procurement Overview. This slides were read through quickly and they were vital in explaining more background on the Masabi Firmβs history and experience. #CLEDocumenters @cledocumenters @signalcleveland
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@cledocumenters @signalcleveland Time is given for questions. #CLEDocumenters @cledocumenters @signalcleveland
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@cledocumenters @signalcleveland The motion to approve is carried. #CLEDocumenters @cledocumenters @signalcleveland
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@cledocumenters @signalcleveland This portion of the meeting is adjourned. #CLEDocumenters @cledocumenters @signalcleveland
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@cledocumenters @signalcleveland The next portion of this meeting is the Operational Planning & Infrastructure Committee. #CLEDocumenters @cledocumenters @signalcleveland
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@cledocumenters @signalcleveland First being presented is the Main Office Building Garage Repairs. #CLEDocumenters @cledocumenters @signalcleveland
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@cledocumenters @signalcleveland Here is the location and a photo of this garage. #CLEDocumenters @cledocumenters @signalcleveland
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@cledocumenters @signalcleveland Here are photos of the existing conditions of this parking garage. The representative explains that although these photos donβt look the best, the garage is still strong and secure. #CLEDocumenters @cledocumenters @signalcleveland
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@cledocumenters @signalcleveland This slide addresses project objectives and how the repairs will be made. #CLEDocumenters @cledocumenters @signalcleveland
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@cledocumenters @signalcleveland These slides cover the Procurement Overview. The request is that JADCO Construction Services be awarded a contract, not to exceed $432,000.00, for the Main Office Building Garage repairs. #CLEDocumenters @cledocumenters @signalcleveland
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@cledocumenters @signalcleveland Time is given for questions. #CLEDocumenters @cledocumenters @signalcleveland
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@cledocumenters @signalcleveland A motion is made to move this agenda item to the full board. The motion carried. #CLEDocumenters @cledocumenters @signalcleveland
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@cledocumenters @signalcleveland Next being discussed is the 2025-2029 Proposed Capital Improvement Plan by the Operational Planning & Infrastructure Committee. #CLEDocumenters @cledocumenters @signalcleveland
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@cledocumenters @signalcleveland Here is a detailed presentation overview. #CLEDocumenters @cledocumenters @signalcleveland
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@cledocumenters @signalcleveland This slide gives a more in depth break down of the purpose of the two teams CPWG & CPOC. #CLEDocumenters @cledocumenters @signalcleveland
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@cledocumenters @signalcleveland This is a proposed five year plan for each project category. #CLEDocumenters @cledocumenters @signalcleveland
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@cledocumenters @signalcleveland A notable point on the presentation was the outline of funding sources. #CLEDocumenters @cledocumenters @signalcleveland
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@cledocumenters @signalcleveland Next is Engineering & Project Management #CLEDocumenters @cledocumenters @signalcleveland
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@cledocumenters @signalcleveland Here are the Capital Budget Highlights. #CLEDocumenters @cledocumenters @signalcleveland