[{"_1":2,"_111":-5,"_112":-5},"loaderData",{"_3":4,"_26":27},"root",{"_5":6,"_17":10,"_18":19,"_20":21,"_22":10,"_23":-5,"_24":-5,"_25":10},"user",{"_7":8,"_9":10,"_11":10,"_12":-5,"_13":-5,"_14":15,"_16":-5},"roles",[],"isAuthenticated",false,"isPremium","planName","subscriptionStatus","featureFlags",{},"insightsBudget","isDevelopmentHost","userPreferences",{},"recaptchaSiteKey","6LcvOJcUAAAAAHsB-gPGfGktcRlKpH7OTIU_dMTD","isImpersonating","impersonation","affiliateStatus","isFreedomPortal","routes/v2/article/layout",{"_28":29,"_30":31},"notFound",true,"relatedArticles",[32,76,87,99],{"_33":34,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":40,"_41":42,"_43":44,"_45":46,"_47":48,"_49":50,"_51":52,"_53":54,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":60,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":66,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},"mediaId",6195816,"mediaKeyId","3859220-a0b3b6fa5cdd2ef176ac991d3d800a76","parentId",3859220,"title","Board ratifies $1.07M parking‑garage repairs contract and approves small construction change orders","audioSeconds",321,"startMs",1022000,"endMs",1343000,"viewUrl","/Search/View?dp=1&key=3859220-a0b3b6fa5cdd2ef176ac991d3d800a76&start=1022&end=1343","thumbnailUrl","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3859220-a0b3b6fa5cdd2ef176ac991d3d800a76/thumbnail_1022000.jpg","articleUrl","/articles/6195816/Oklahoma/Board-ratifies-107M-parkinggarage-repairs-contract-and-approves-small-construction-change-orders","mediaUrl","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6195816-7e957b82c5a2d622aff5824a322933b0/orig.mp4?Expires=1773141826&Signature=e7orywRIGxez2hSNKavPt9KlnN8pgKtmq8jZKYA0xoKkwksG8sc5H3um4pvUhUWl~zdSSyIO0ndFH6ucyBG74nYiI97RX9Wz8KRY-x4h9PocgF2cdAZ7sh5dZemGvEg5IiqvpUZU-gRMNXc0Dwmm31xw1df1mNzSsoQ9AwiMTvqpswcbQXRnNGwa9NxWePpGQ4TSLKNCGOo1yXt8Xb9Y1gPPRSBni4-V9mPNs9QHMfFFEm9-kDAiQreDSVEIhlVVo-2KY8QPBDADerOsWJfyG8LgY6vV5BY1IjPxpdHWm~uZPS5mcWUZ4IRXE7JmyzcCvfGJ7vC26CmGzMBraMTkMA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","author","City of Oklahoma","date","2025-06-18T12:51:07.73Z","article","The Central Oklahoma Transportation and Parking Authority on June 16 ratified an award to Terra Construction LLC for parking garage inspection and repair work across multiple downtown garages and approved several construction change orders on ongoing projects.

Terra Construction: Staff said Kirkpatrick, Forrest and Curtis (KFC) completed in‑depth inspections of four parking garages (Sheridan Walker, Arts District Garage, Century Center and Convention Center garages). The board ratified an addendum to award a contract to Terra Construction LLC for priority repairs—beams, decks, staircases, fireproofing—and a range of ad alternates including interior surfacing—at an estimated cost of $1,071,303. The motion to ratify and approve the contract and bonds was moved and seconded and the board passed the motion.

Embark administrative building change order: The board approved Change Order No. 1 with Kade (Cade) Construction for Embark’s administrative building renovations to locate and identify electrical service entry points; staff said the change order adds $20,207 and extends the construction schedule by five days to permit the demolition and relocation work.

First Americans Museum riverboat landing: The board approved Change Order No. 2 with Manhattan Road & Bridge, the general contractor for the First Americans Museum riverboat landing, adding $50,318.22 to install additional drainage inlets and redirect drainage flow at the site after staff identified drainage issues during construction; the board voted to approve the change order.

Why it matters: The Terra contract funds structural and finite maintenance work across public parking facilities downtown; the Embark building change order addresses unforeseen electrical routing discovered during demo; the Manhattan change order addresses site drainage that could affect future riverboat landing operations. The board approved each item and staff will execute the contracts and change orders and return with status reports as repairs and construction proceed.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Special Meeting -- Central Oklahoma Transportation and Parking Authority 6.16.2025","oneSentenceSummary","COPTA ratified a $1,071,303 contract with Terra Construction LLC for parking garage inspections and repairs, and approved smaller change orders: a $20,207 change order for Embark administrative building work and a $50,318.22 drainage change for the First Americans Museum riverboat landing.","taxTitle","Other Public Meetings, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma","taxId",69689,"location","Oklahoma","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":77,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":78,"_41":79,"_43":46,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6195818,"COPTA adopts $193 million five-year capital plan and approves FY26 budget",2028,3371000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3859220-a0b3b6fa5cdd2ef176ac991d3d800a76&start=1343&end=3371","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3859220-a0b3b6fa5cdd2ef176ac991d3d800a76/thumbnail_1343000.jpg","/articles/6195818/Oklahoma/COPTA-adopts-193-million-five-year-capital-plan-and-approves-FY26-budget","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6195818-0c8f7d75fc40a3fae590373ff57c5e39/orig.mp4?Expires=1773141826&Signature=LAxHmfJxM21i9Pk2LhuBiZOg2lSb2RTlWrIaPc7DpQcD~tzx90QV4OTaUME7FHMxGVX-MKQNOhdtt2LAXIBFDxgJgI5shRqUBF5fITwuO~idCZtVMasjMx0mEsHhLvRj4-nkY6gAJbtCJLLNCT50kU~SZe0RkZcTD9GD2RrAuUHZc211x7Qsd7BadXQ0cYxiQXtZDwPVbEpDwvDmqStajspXUPSI7fMA2xxj7ThTEtmaeoiDEnsP2GRTS5MnjDJWfabBRcRJFzHHvCb-JTiebmgfqJl-RFIN3NU3XcpLwKOtMcSz2DNzngJwWj997P32lL9kaLlx~avx68H7bHZHPg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Central Oklahoma Transportation and Parking Authority on June 16 adopted a five‑year capital improvement plan (FY2026–FY2030) totaling $193 million, and the board approved the FY2026 operating budget and a FY2025 budget amendment.

Highlights: the CIP lists 29 projects and includes three large‑ticket items that staff singled out—an $80 million proposed transit administration and maintenance facility, a proposed $21 million replacement garage for the former Cox Convention Center site and $18 million for projects tied to LA 28 Olympic needs. Staff noted that roughly 76% of the CIP was unfunded in the plan as presented, but removing the three big items reduces the unfunded share to about 36%; staff said roughly 64% of the CIP is funded when large Olympic and facility items are excluded.

Funding and timeline: staff said federal grants are the largest existing funding source and that the agency is pursuing multiple options including competitive FTA grants and a proposed general obligation (geo) bond to be considered by residents in the fall; the geo bond, if approved, is intended to fund the $80 million headquarters and the $21 million arena parking garage. Staff also said they have been meeting with LA 28 representatives to identify transit projects that must be in place by spring 2028 if the city is to support the Olympics’ transportation needs.

Budget decisions: The board approved a FY2025 budget amendment to recognize $671,000 of additional revenue related to shuttle services and an energy cap transfer and to adjust personnel authority tied to bringing streetcar operations in‑house. The FY2026 combined operating budget adopted by the board is $67,526,000, a 1.56% increase over last year’s adopted budget; staff said that with the FY2025 amendment included the FY2026 budget is effectively flat year‑over‑year.

Board action: Trustees moved and seconded the capital plan and budget resolutions; the board adopted the CIP, the FY2025 amendment and the FY2026 budget. Trustee Brent moved the CIP resolution and Trustee James Cooper seconded the motion for the CIP; subsequent motions for the FY2025 amendment and FY2026 budget were similarly moved and seconded and recorded as passed.

Why it matters: the CIP establishes capital priorities that will guide grant applications, potential bond measures and construction planning; the FY2026 operating budget sets service and personnel funding levels as Embark implements operational changes including the in‑house streetcar transition.","The COPTA board adopted a five-year capital improvement plan totaling $193 million and approved the FY2026 operating budget; the board also adopted a FY2025 budget amendment to reflect new revenue and the streetcar takeover.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6195822,"COPTA cuts midday service on Route 24, reinstates Route 19 for one year",244,722000,966000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3859220-a0b3b6fa5cdd2ef176ac991d3d800a76&start=722&end=966","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3859220-a0b3b6fa5cdd2ef176ac991d3d800a76/thumbnail_722000.jpg","/articles/6195822/Oklahoma/COPTA-cuts-midday-service-on-Route-24-reinstates-Route-19-for-one-year","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6195822-526324132fcf6dc24a4877c544de9b2c/orig.mp4?Expires=1773141826&Signature=Z7-EwD8-Fyvl-KYocyyYglSZTr0PzIyu0b78pS-V0rZOT9ut3nDpSGOqp-AI7vn9JtlU1H6vReSqRlYwRRS5lMaYb9IXNCqw8~-JFrWsJ-NoQuplFBa0VDYYVyLQ5tkoJgHeWSX9oOIj2-BeXiNEJXYh34c2Moew3sNHFhx3Z6Va98Mu9FGVI3hZmu7AkqbzT~nBJEk3uNMYWpPGHH4mBl0byU9TyGbMqWDZXe6n6ZzpwNEAmWEnWjddzrQObL5DH~n1-9eosy~UaV7k0Sb2D~ZXyGLeRDxS3CA4rU3ISjzCFntzre3K~ZwQGMq-lE36WG7bNNHA-25JR7ME-x3A0Q__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Central Oklahoma Transportation and Parking Authority on June 16 adopted a resolution to reduce midday service on Route 24 while maintaining morning and evening commuter runs; the board also restored Route 19 for a one‑year reinstatement for fiscal year 2026 while staff pursue additional funding.

Under the adopted service change, Route 24 will continue commuter trips in the morning and evening and remove midday runs. Staff said the Route 24 schedule will run roughly 6 a.m. to 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., and they clarified that an earlier outbound trip leaving the transit center at about 5:48 or 5:50 a.m. will remain part of the commuter service. “We…decided to continue providing service for Route 19 for the fiscal year ’26 as we work toward trying to identify a possible additional funding source for Route 19, working with Oklahoma County. However…for Route 24, we are moving forward with the reduction of service,” said Jesse, Director.

Why it matters: Staff said they held several community meetings and received public feedback—most comments favored keeping Route 19—and the board’s decisions are tied to a broader budget reduction the agency is managing. Trustees discussed whether the Route 24 midday service could be restored later if local sales tax revenues improve; a trustee said restoring midday Route 24 would be a priority if revenues allow.

Board action: The board moved and seconded the resolution to reduce Route 24 service and passed the motion. The reinstatement of Route 19 was described as a one‑time, one‑year action; staff said Oklahoma County funds 50 percent of Route 19 and that they will work with the county to identify funding for future years.

Operational details and public comment: Staff said outreach included a public meeting during a board meeting and that one person attended the public hearing about Route 24. Trustees thanked staff for the outreach and signaled interest in revisiting service levels if future funding improves. The board recorded the resolution’s adoption on June 16; staff will return with updates if funding or ridership conditions change.","The board adopted a resolution reducing midday service on Route 24 (keeping peak commuter trips) and agreed to reinstate Route 19 for one year while staff and Oklahoma County seek a longer-term funding source.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6195827,"Embark takes streetcar operations in-house, board approves custodial RFP",4123,615000,4738000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3859220-a0b3b6fa5cdd2ef176ac991d3d800a76&start=615&end=4738","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3859220-a0b3b6fa5cdd2ef176ac991d3d800a76/thumbnail_615000.jpg","/articles/6195827/Oklahoma/Embark-takes-streetcar-operations-in-house-board-approves-custodial-RFP","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6195827-e395200cf752ecd0c761e37508dfdc09/orig.mp4?Expires=1773141826&Signature=G8cdPMCekIhAWFqt0xUBoMo~AA6OpmcaA7m0qjByqsKa7v5CscYfSh~pDG01vIHA65HpLJ54kOy1diGrp-mLcKpH-S1~dPlpc0MdVqSQmyTfZldqWSUeOCXEc2QBaYb6yuD89~V8QnDHqqwQaQG071cig5kQEPrBwbxfJobNHgjZroy6jVhL~MXDwJKqOeT-wrodLC7mrO8TvhWoMvTXdCsbG9yKvF-oZBH4~nZs8pOuo8TyLFlGuMGrWPbhJ-ycl1Zs3M8Tci-O3MtWYVSgexSDRnwTdbHj6X4qdHzjyAf5WQkuTbJOc2oBZP66i3J2Ye7YO5cqUHYteLmcKdoeCA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Embark took over operations and maintenance of the Oklahoma City streetcar on June 1, and the Central Oklahoma Transportation and Parking Authority board on June 16 approved a request for proposals for streetcar custodial services estimated at $300,000.

The custodial RFP covers cleaning of the streetcar maintenance facility, streetcar platforms and the vehicles themselves; the agency plans to advertise the RFP on June 18, expect proposals on July 16 and award the contract at the August board meeting. “I am happy to report that on June 1, we did officially take over streetcar operations and maintenance, so we have now officially been providing those services for about 16 days now,” said Jesse, Director, during the meeting.

Why it matters: bringing operations in-house and contracting discrete services such as custodial work can change the agency’s long-term operating costs and staffing needs. Board members and staff said the in-house move will create savings by eliminating contractor overhead and profit that had been part of previous third‑party agreements. “With the agreement that we have with Herzog, part of the contract terms are that they get to have a 10% overhead fee that is applied to the costs. Plus they’re also given a 5% profit,” said Suzanne, Administrator, describing the prior contract structure.

Board discussion and next steps: Staff described the RFP scope and timeline, and trustees asked operational questions including whether current contractors would continue during the transition; staff said existing work would continue while the RFP process proceeds. The board voted to approve the RFP; the motion passed. Staff also highlighted that Embark has hired dozens of employees to support the in‑house streetcar operation—“by the end of this fiscal year...37 employees,” staff said—so personnel costs and one‑time startup expenses will appear in near‑term budgets even as longer‑term contract savings are expected.

Staff noted operational impacts during downtown construction and garage demolition. During the Prairie Surf Garage demolition, Embark ran a temporary bus bridge to maintain service on corridors affected by the rail closure and coordinated with MAPS, Public Works and Traffic to limit rider disruption. The custodial RFP, the completion of hiring and the contract award timetable are the immediate items to watch; proposals are due July 16 and an award is expected at the August board meeting.","The COPTA board confirmed that Embark assumed streetcar operations June 1 and approved an RFP for custodial services covering streetcars, platforms and the maintenance facility, with proposals due July 16 and an estimated cost of $300,000.","actionData","errors"]

Article not found

Board ratifies $1.07M parking‑garage repairs contract and approves small construction change orders

COPTA adopts $193 million five-year capital plan and approves FY26 budget

COPTA cuts midday service on Route 24, reinstates Route 19 for one year

Embark takes streetcar operations in-house, board approves custodial RFP