SF BART Strengthens Security Oversight With New Panel

BART accepts applications through June 12 for six volunteer positions on security panel

BART Seeks Members for Security Advisory Panel

Bay Area Rapid Transit is accepting applications for its Transit Security Advisory Committee through June 12, transit officials said. The volunteer oversight body reviews BART's prohibition policy, which allows police officers to issue orders barring individuals from the system after certain citations or arrests. BART is looking to fill six positions on the committee, which reports directly to the agency's Board of Directors.

Committee Role and Structure

The Transit Security Advisory Committee serves as a community oversight group comprised of at least five members of the public, according to BART. Board-appointed members are professionals in areas including mental health, homelessness, public safety, youth advocacy, and cultural awareness. The committee brings diverse expertise to reviewing and executing the prohibition policy. Officials said the advisory body provides direct input to BART's Board of Directors on security matters affecting the transit system.

Open Positions and Requirements

BART is accepting applications for two alternate committee member seats, one law enforcement representative seat, and three at-large representative seats, according to the transit agency. The positions are volunteer roles that allow Bay Area residents to contribute to transit security policy decisions. Officials said committee members review prohibition orders issued by BART Police Officers to individuals cited or arrested for certain offenses. Specific qualifications for each seat type weren't detailed in the announcement, though the agency emphasized seeking professionals with relevant expertise.

Application Process and Deadline

Applications are due by Tuesday, June 12, 2026, at 5:00 P.M. Pacific time, officials said. Interested applicants can submit forms to the BART Office of the District Secretary at 2150 Webster Street, 10th Floor, Oakland, CA 94612. Applications may also be emailed or submitted using DocuSign, according to the transit agency. Questions about the application process can be directed to the Office of the District Secretary at (510) 464-6083.

Community Impact and Information

The committee positions offer Bay Area residents an opportunity to influence transit security policies affecting millions of annual riders, officials said. Committee members will review prohibition policy implementation and provide recommendations to BART's Board of Directors. The volunteer roles require time commitments that weren't specified in the announcement. Moovit provides real-time updates and service information for BART routes throughout the Bay Area.