CBTA TAC elects new FY26 chair, approves June minutes

The Central Virginia Transportation Authority Technical Advisory Committee elected Joe Vidunas as chair for fiscal year 2026 and approved the committee's June 9 minutes during the July 14 meeting.

The vote on officer elections came after nominations. Barb Smith, serving as chair at the start of the meeting, proposed Joe Vidunas for chair. Vidunas said, “If you guys are okay with it, I will be honored. Thank you.” Nora moved to approve the June 9 minutes and later moved to close nominations and take the voice votes; a voice vote followed with members saying “aye.” No oppositions or abstentions were recorded on the audio transcript.

Why it matters: The Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) advises the Central Virginia Transportation Authority (CVTA) on regional project development and funding priorities. Officer changes determine who will lead TAC agenda-setting and coordination with staff and member localities through the FY26 cycle.

Meeting details and procedure: The motions and voice votes occurred in open session. The transcript records a motion to approve the June 9 minutes (“This is Nora. I move to approve the meeting minutes as presented.”) and subsequent voice assent. For the FY26 officer slate, the chair proposed Vidunas and Barb Smith was nominated and designated to serve as vice chair; members closed nominations and approved both posts by voice vote. The minutes and officer slate will be reflected in the TAC record and in any subsequent distribution of meeting materials.

Next steps: Joe Vidunas will chair the August 11 TAC meeting at 1:00 p.m., according to the meeting closing remarks.