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Agenda Item 3.1.5

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TRANSPORTATION AGENCY FOR MONTEREY COUNTY
Memorandum
To: 

Board of Directors

From:

Todd Muck, Executive Director

Meeting Date:

August 25, 2021

Subject:

Conferences and Training Attended by Agency Staff


RECOMMENDED ACTION:

RECEIVE report on conferences or trainings attended by agency staff.

SUMMARY:

Agency staff attend conferences or trainings at Agency expense that are pertinent to their roles in pursuing the Agency’s mission.  These events allow the staff to stay current and participate in the development of transportation practices and policies related to their roles.

FINANCIAL IMPACT:
Expenses related to staff training are included in the Travel and Training item in the adopted Agency budget.
DISCUSSION:

On June 8-9, 2021, Christina Watson participated in the virtual American Public Transportation Association (APTA) Rail Conference. Christina's report on the conference is attached.

ATTACHMENTS:
Description
APTA Rail Conference