The Board of Public Works meeting held on November 21, 2024, in Evansville, Indiana, focused on several key updates and decisions regarding city operations and transportation.

The meeting began with a discussion about a vehicle accident involving one of the city's vehicles earlier this year. The vehicle was damaged, with repair costs totaling approximately $52,000 to $54,000. The responsible party had State Farm insurance, which offered a settlement of $50,000. After consulting with the city’s insurance and legal representatives, it was determined that accepting the settlement was the most cost-effective option, as pursuing the remaining $2,000 to $4,000 would incur higher legal costs. The board unanimously approved the motion to accept the settlement.

Following this, the board addressed updates on city transportation. It was noted that a couple of new Gillig buses had been ordered, although their delivery had been delayed from January or February to a later date. Additionally, the board discussed the upcoming installation of a new bus tracking system. The installation is set to begin the Friday after Thanksgiving, replacing the outdated double map system. The new system will feature Automatic Passenger Counters (APCs), allowing real-time tracking of passenger numbers on buses. This upgrade aims to enhance the passenger experience by enabling riders to check seat availability through a new app, similar to airline systems.

The meeting concluded with a positive outlook on these developments, emphasizing their potential to improve city transportation services and ridership tracking. No further new business was reported at this time.