Martos elected chair, Couchi chosen vice chair of Burlingame Transportation Commission

The Burlingame Transportation Commission voted to install leadership for the coming year, electing Vice Chair Martos as chair and Commissioner Couchi as vice chair in uncontested votes during the meeting.

Procedure and outcome: Commissioner Israelit nominated Vice Chair Martos to serve as chair for the next year; the commission approved the nomination by roll call (all in favor). Commissioner Israelit then nominated Commissioner Couchi for vice chair; Couchi accepted and the commission approved the nomination by roll call. The appointments were made by majority vote of the five-seat commission present.

Context: Commissioners noted the value of continuity and mentorship from more experienced members and said the leadership team will plan agendas and coordinate with staff in the coming year. No additional administrative actions or new appointments were recorded in the meeting minutes.

Next steps: The newly elected chair and vice chair will work with staff to finalize agendas and oversee commission priorities; no implementation date or written transition plan was recorded.