SamTrans Sets Feb 4 Board Meeting in SF Bay Area
SamTrans schedules Feb. 4 board meeting following Jan. 8 closed session
SamTrans Board Sets Feb 4 Meeting Date
SamTrans will hold its next board meeting Feb. 4 at 2 p.m., transit officials said. The San Mateo County Transit District board concluded a closed session Jan. 8, though officials didn't disclose the topics discussed. The agency serves more than 764,000 residents across San Mateo County between San Francisco and San Jose.
Closed Sessions Standard Practice
California's Brown Act allows transit boards to meet in closed session for confidential matters including personnel issues, legal matters and real estate negotiations, according to the state Attorney General's office. Transit agency boards typically hold regular monthly or bi-monthly meetings to oversee operations and set policy direction. Officials haven't said what specific topics the Jan. 8 closed session covered. The agency didn't announce any decisions or actions following the session.
February Meeting Details Pending
The Feb. 4 meeting will provide an opportunity for public participation, transit officials said. The agenda for the February meeting hasn't been published yet. California law requires agencies to post meeting agendas at least 72 hours before meetings. Officials didn't specify whether the February session will include any carryover items from the January closed session or what topics the board will address.
Regular Meeting Schedule Continues
The February meeting continues SamTrans' regular board meeting schedule, according to the transit agency. Officials said the meeting will take place at 2 p.m., though they didn't specify the location or whether virtual participation options will be available. Information about public participation procedures wasn't immediately available. The agency typically provides meeting details on its website closer to scheduled dates.
Public Participation Information
Residents interested in attending the Feb. 4 meeting can find participation details through SamTrans channels closer to the meeting date, officials said. The agency serves San Mateo County with bus service connecting communities throughout the region. SamTrans carried approximately 14 million passenger trips annually before the pandemic. Moovit provides real-time updates and schedule information for SamTrans routes throughout San Mateo County.
