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CapMetro staff proposes 25.5% DBE goal for 2026–2028; consultant cautions on national legal challenges
Summary
Capital Metro staff and consultant proposed a 25.5% DBE triennial goal for federal fiscal years 2026–2028 (10.5% via race‑neutral measures) and noted public outreach produced 90 attendees and no written comments; consultant Colette Holt warned of pending legal challenges to race‑based contracting nationally.
Capital Metro staff presented a proposed Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) triennial goal and explained the FTA goal‑setting process and legal context at the June 23 meeting.
Carlos Balderas, manager for small business programs, reviewed program administration and current attainment levels, saying FY25 attainment is low and was depressed by a very large demand‑response procurement. He then…
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