TRANSPAC Board Meeting Summary Minutes
Meeting Date: February 12, 2026
Commissioners Present: Ken Carlson, Contra Costa County (Chair); Greg Young, Martinez (Vice Chair); Carlyn Obringer,
Concord; Richard Enea, Clayton; Sue Noack, Pleasant
Hill; Craig DeVinney, Walnut Creek
Planning Commissioners Present: Molly Clopp, Walnut Creek; Craig Mizutani, Concord Staff Present: Samantha Harris, Contra Costa County; Matt Todd, TRANSPAC Managing Director; Tiffany Gephart,
TRANSPAC
Guests/Presenters: Brandon Hays, CCTA; Stephanie Hu, CCTA; Danielle Elkins, CCTA; Kirsten Riker 511CCTA
Minutes Prepared By: Tiffany Gephart
1. Convene Regular Meeting / Pledge of Allegiance / Self-Introductions Chair Ken Carlson called the meeting to order at 9:04 a.m. and led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Chair Carlson noted the following remote participation for the record:
• Member Craig DeVinney was participating via Zoom from a noticed teleconference location in San Rafael, pursuant to Government Code Section 54953 of the Ralph M.
Brown Act (Brown Act).
• Member Greg Young was participating remotely under the just cause provision of Government Code Section 54953.8.3 due to travel while on official state business, marking his first just cause remote participation in calendar year 2026. • A quorum of four members was confirmed physically present at the Pleasant Hill City Hall location.
Roll call was conducted by Tiffany Gephart. Members present: Richard Enea (Clayton), Carlyn Obringer (Concord), Ken Carlson (Contra Costa County), Sue Noack (Pleasant Hill), Greg Young (Martinez), and Craig DeVinney (Walnut Creek).
2. Public Comment
No public comments were offered.
3. Consent Agenda
a. Approval of Minutes
Action Recommendation: Approve the minutes of the December 11, 2025, TRANSPAC Board meeting.
b. CCTA Executive Director’s Report Regarding CCTA Actions/Discussion Items
c. Items Approved by the CCTA for Circulation to the Regional Transportation Planning Committees and Related Items of Interest
d. RTPC Meeting Summary Letters
e. CCTA Meeting Updates and Countywide Information Links f. Transportation Meetings Attended by Staff
g. Subregional Transportation Mitigation Program – Development Project Tracking h. TRANSPAC Quarterly Financial Report
Action Recommendation: Accept the Quarterly Financial Report for the period ended December 31, 2024.
On motion by Commissioner Obringer, second by Commissioner Noack, the Consent Agenda was approved by unanimous vote of the members present (Enea, Obringer, Carlson, Noack, Young, DeVinney).
4. Innovate 680 Technical Advisory Committee Appointments Ms. Gephart presented the item, providing background on the Innovate 680 program, which promotes an integrated approach to improving mobility along the Interstate 680 (I-680) corridor through infrastructure, technology, and transit enhancements. The Contra Costa Transportation Authority (CCTA) established a Policy Advisory Committee (PAC) and a Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) to guide program implementation. TRANSPAC is represented on both committees for the cities of Martinez, Concord, Pleasant Hill, Walnut Creek, and the unincorporated areas of Contra Costa County. The City of Clayton does not have a seat on either committee as Clayton does not abut I-680.
Ms. Gephart noted that TAC appointments had been confirmed at the January 2026 meeting.
She requested the Board review and confirm existing PAC appointments and noted that a request had been received to change the alternate representative for the county, to be reflected in an updated memo. Current PAC primary appointments are: Commissioner Obringer for Concord; Debbie McKillip and Brianne Zorn for Martinez; Commissioner Noack for Pleasant Hill; and Commissioner Carlson for Contra Costa County. For Walnut Creek, it was noted that Member DeVinney has replaced Member Wilk on the committee, pending confirmation from the City of Walnut Creek.
Commissioner Obringer asked for clarification on how membership in the Innovate 680 committees is determined. Stephanie Hu, CCTA Director of Projects and Innovate 680 Program Manager, explained that when the program was established, each jurisdiction along the I-680 corridor was asked to designate one elected official for the PAC and one technical staff member for the TAC, with the option to appoint an alternate. The corridor includes both SWAT and TRANSPAC member jurisdictions, from San Ramon north to Martinez, plus the county.
On motion by Commissioner Noack, second by Commissioner Obringer, the Innovate 680 PAC appointments were confirmed by unanimous vote of the members present (Enea, Obringer, Carlson, Noack, Young, DeVinney).
5. Brown Act Modernization – Senate Bill 707 Updates and Proposed TRANSPAC Meeting Policies
Ms. Gephart presented key changes to the Brown Act resulting from Senate Bill 707 (SB 707), signed into law on October 3, 2025 and introduced Remote Meeting Participation and Code of Conduct Policies. The Remote meeting Participation Policy outlines participation methods and obligations outlined in the Brown Act as amended by SB 707 in addition to TRANSPAC specific implementation protocols. A redlined handout of the Remote Meeting Participation Policy was distributed at the meeting incorporating additional clarifications. The Code of Conduct policy outlines procedures for handling disruptive behavior in person or via Zoom, including technology disruptions, with an escalation framework for the Chair and staff.
Chair Carlson commended the clarity of the policies and noted for the record that members participating via traditional teleconferencing must keep their technology active and the noticed location accessible to the public for the duration of the meeting. Commissioner Enea asked for clarification on this requirement, noting the distinction between just cause participation, where the member may depart without that obligation, and traditional teleconferencing, where the noticed location must remain accessible. Chair Carlson confirmed this is an existing Brown Act requirement.
On motion by Commissioner Noack, second by Commissioner Young, to adopt the TRANSPAC Remote Meeting Participation Policy and the Code of Conduct for TRANSPAC Meetings, as amended, the motion was approved by unanimous vote of the members present (Enea, Obringer, Carlson, Noack, Young, DeVinney).
6. Contra Costa Transportation Authority I-680/SR-4 Interchange Project Update I-680/State Route 4 (SR-4) Interchange Improvement Project, Phases 2A and 4 Brandon Hays, CCTA Director of Construction, presented an update on the I-680/State Route 4 (SR-4) Interchange Improvement Project, Phases 2A and 4. The project is designed to improve operational efficiency, reduce weaving conflicts, and accommodate existing and planned travel demand.
Mr. Hays described the six project phases. Phase 3, including SR-4 widening and replacement of the Grayson Creek Bridge, is complete. Phases 2A and 4 are combined into a single construction package. Phase 2A extends the southbound I-680 collector/distributor and constructs auxiliary lanes. Phase 4 constructs the southbound I-680 to eastbound SR-4 connector, including a flyover bridge and widening of the Walnut Creek and Peralta bridges. Future phases (1, 2B, and 5) address remaining interchange movements.
Key project updates:
x In May 2025, the project received $58 million in Transportation Capital Expenditure Program (TCEP) funds, fully funding Phase 2A.
x In January 2026, a constructability review was completed; comments are being incorporated into the final design.
x Final design for Phases 2A and 4 is under Caltrans review. x Right-of-way acquisition for a storage site in Pacheco (Phase 2A) is underway; right of way certification is anticipated in March 2026. Staff has developed a plan to work around any potential delays in the acquisition process. x Required permits are anticipated in March 2026.
The project is fully funded at $262.5 million through TCEP, Regional Measure 3 (RM3), and Measure J, with construction expected to begin in October 2026 and complete in December 2029.
Commissioner Obringer asked about the jurisdiction of the storage site; Mr. Hays confirmed it is located in Pacheco. Commissioner Enea asked whether condemnation requires a Board of Supervisors vote; Vice Chair Carlson confirmed it requires a four-fifths vote and noted the preferred approach is a negotiated purchase. Mr. Hays clarified that the project affects only a portion of the access road and does not eliminate access to storage units. Commissioner Obringer asked about construction scheduling given the four-month seasonal window for increek work; Mr. Hays explained multiple bridge locations will likely be worked on each season, with sequencing at the contractor's discretion. One bridge location received a special exception to allow support columns to remain in the creek during the off-season.
The Innovate 680 Program Overview
Stephanie Hu, CCTA Director of Projects and Innovate 680 Program Manager, provided a program overview. The Innovate 680 program addresses I-680 congestion through six projects:
express lane completion, coordinated adaptive ramp metering, a part-time transit lane, shared mobility hubs, and coordinated adaptive traffic signals.
Commissioner Enea raised a question about whether express lane conversion takes existing free lanes and charges tolls. Ms. Hu clarified that the chosen alternative adds a new lane rather than converting existing free lanes, and that MTC Bay Area Express Lanes controls toll pricing while CCTA builds the infrastructure. Commissioner Enea also expressed concern regarding buson-shoulder operations, noting the emergency lane designation. Ms. Hu confirmed that the California Highway Patrol (CHP) has been an active partner throughout the planning process including October 2025 operational testing, and that the program will not proceed without state guidance. Commissioner Noack noted that coordination with CHP has been ongoing for approximately ten to fifteen years.
Commissioner DeVinney asked for clarification on the express lane gap near the Interstate 24 interchange. Ms. Hu explained the gap is intentional to allow drivers to transition lanes before reaching the interchange, and that completing the lane through that area was rejected due to cost and complexity of working around existing BART infrastructure.
7. Measure J Line 20a Fund Program – FY 2026/2027 and FY 2027/2028 Call for Projects Ms. Gephart provided an overview of applications received for the Measure J Line 20a fund program, which provides transportation services for seniors and people with disabilities in the TRANSPAC area. The call for projects was approved in December 2025, with applications due January 23, 2026. The program is anticipated to generate approximately $1.2 million over the two-year programming period ($600,000 per year). Eleven applications were received totaling approximately $2.2 million in requests. A description of each program/request is included in the agenda packet.
Ms. Gephart noted that a scoring committee is being formed with volunteers from the City of Pleasant Hill, City of Concord, and the Area Agency on Aging from the county, with CCTA coordination also underway. Program applicants are scheduled to present at the March and April 2026 TRANSPAC Board meetings. A funding recommendation is expected in May 2026, with draft and final program approval in May and June
Commissioner Noack asked about the reserve balance; Mr. Todd indicated the reserve is approximately $300,000 to $400,000, maintained as an operational reserve in the event of a revenue downturn. Commissioner Noack requested that future materials include a column showing funding awarded in the prior cycle (FY 2024/2026) to allow the Board to see which programs have previously received funding. Commissioner Obringer requested that evaluation criteria be included in future packet materials and asked whether criteria address past performance for repeat applicants. Ms. Gephart confirmed the Board-approved criteria will be included in future packets and that a funding recipient status will be added. Commissioner Noack asked staff to confirm that current FY 2024-2026 grantees are submitting timely reimbursement requests. Ms. Gephart confirmed staff would follow up on the status
8. Form 700 Filing Requirements for 2026
Ms. Gephart reminded Board members that Form 700 (Statement of Economic Interests) filings are required for all applicable members and designated staff, with a deadline of April 1, 2026.
Members are encouraged to file electronically using the NetFile system by selecting TRANSPAC from the agency dropdown. Administrative staff will reach out to confirm all members are in the system.
9. TRANSPAC CCTA Representative Reports
Commissioner Obringer noted that CCTA Executive Director Timothy Haile informed her that the upcoming CCTA Board Workshop in May, to be held in Orinda (date to be determined), will be open to representatives from all member cities in addition to CCTA Board members, a change from prior workshops.
10. Metropolitan Transportation Commission Report
Commissioner Noack reported that the February 25th Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) meeting is expected to address the Transit-Oriented Communities (TOC) policy grading system, including how performance thresholds are calculated and the eight-point protection component of the policy. The January meeting addressed allocation of funds between county and regional levels and incentive funding for adherence to the TOC policy.
11. TAC Oral Reports by Jurisdiction
No reports were given.
12. Board Member Comments
No additional comments were offered.
13. Managing Director’s Report
Mr. Todd had no additional comments.
14. Adjourn / Next Meeting
Chair Carlson adjourned the meeting at 10:22 a.m. The next regular TRANSPAC Board meeting is scheduled for March 12, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. at Pleasant Hill City Hall, Large Community Room, 100 Gregory Lane, Pleasant Hill.