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Rules Committee forwards transit board nominee after candidate outlines 43-year career
Summary
A transit-industry veteran identified in the transcript as Mister Beach described 43 years in transit operations and management and pledged impartial service; the committee moved the appointment to the full board with no public opposition at the committee meeting.
A candidate identified in the committee transcript as "Mister Beach" described a 43-year career in public transit and was forwarded by the Rules Committee to the full Board of Supervisors for consideration for a municipal transit board seat.
Mister Beach opened by describing early work sweeping buses at 15, roles with Southern Pacific and Greyhound, scheduling experience at AC Transit, and leadership roles at Sacramento Regional Transit, including starting up its light-rail system and serving as chief operating officer. He highlighted work to convert a diesel fleet to compressed natural gas and said he retired to San Francisco and regularly uses Muni.
"To paraphrase the late Herb Caine, I love this city," Mister Beach said, and he closed by offering to answer questions and "give all views an open and thorough consideration." Chair Amiano and other members complimented his resume. Chair Amiano moved to forward the appointment to the full board; the committee recorded no public opposition and the item was set for the full board hearing.
Next step: the appointment will be considered at the full Board of Supervisors. The committee recommended the nominee be present when the full board hears the matter.
