Women's Business Summit

 

In celebration of women-owned small business month, Metro invites you to the Women's Business Summit. Are you certified to do business with Metro? If not, join us and we'll provide guidance and answer questions on the certification process, and tips when working with Metro's Prime and sub-prime contractors. Metro is committed to your success! Everyone is welcome.

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October 30 Union Station Ticketing Hall 7:30am – 2:30pm 800 North Alameda Street Old Ticket Hall Los Angeles, CA 90012

LIT Meet Up - Monterey, Ca. - 11.12.19

Make a splash!

If you plan to attend the CTA Fall Conference in Monterey, plan to make a splash at LIT's Meet Up on Tuesday, Nov. 12th, 7 to 10 pm. 

To RSVP Clcik Here: https://litevents-monterey-meetup.eventbrite.com

Port Authority of Allegheny Joins Forces With LIT

LIT is proud to announce the Port Authority of Allegheny County as our newest  supporter of LIT's mission and goals to advance the development of Latinos and other minorities in the transportation industry. 

LIT Board of Directors Nominations Deadline Extended

Nominations Accepted Until November 1, 2019! 

LIT invites members to apply for a seat on the Board of Directors. As a Board member, you will be part of the team of professionals guiding the vision and strategy of Latinos In Transit. Your ideas, dedication and skills will help propel the organization to broader impact and effectiveness. Multiple positions are available including President and Vice President. The Board's role is of governance and oversight. Nominations will be taken until November 1, 2019. Visit latinosintransit.org for information on how to apply. Self nominations are encouraged!

Celebra Hispanic and Latino Heritage Month

Celebra Hispanic and Latino Heritage Month
Sep. 15 - Oct. 15, 2019

LIT In The City That Never Sleeps

Make sure to reserve Sunday morning, October 13th to attend the LIT Membership Meeting in New York City during the APTA TRANSform Conference. Don't worry if you didn't get any sleep the night before. There will be plenty of coffee and a breakfast buffet for participants in attendance. The breakfast meeting is sponsored by MV Transportation, Inc. Details will be released soon. 

USDOT Announces $125 Million Funding Allocation to Santa Clara VTA for BART Silicon Valley Phase 2 Project - Federal Transit Administration

U.S. Department of Transportation Announces $125 Million Funding Allocation to Santa Clara VTA for BART Silicon Valley Phase 2 Project - Federal Transit Administration: SAN JOSE, Calif. – The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Acting Administrator K. Jane Williams today announced the allocation of $125 million to the Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) for the Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) Silicon Valley Phase II project. This is the first project to receive a funding allocation under FTA’s Expedited Project Delivery Pilot Program.

On Board With - California Transit Association

On Board With - California Transit Association

Claudia Burgos

APTF Announces Recipient of the 2019 MV Transportation/Latinos In Transit Scholarship

Congratulations to Lisa LaMantia-Rivera for being awarded the American Public Transportation Foundation (APTF) MV Transportation/Latinos In Transit Scholarship Award. Lisa is employed by the Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA) as a Senior Project Manager. Lisa is pursuing her Masters of Infrastructure Planning & Management at the University of Washington. Lisa is certified by the American Institute of Certified Planners and has a Master’s Degree in City and Regional Planning and a Bachelor in Arts Degree in Spanish Language and Literature from Ohio State University. 

Read full press release here: http://www.mvtransit.com/news/2019-MV-Transportation-Latinos-in-Transit-Scholarship-Award-Winner-Namedead  

Accepting Applications for Board Members

LIT invites members to apply for a seat on the Board of Directors. As a Board member, you will be part of the team of professionals guiding the vision and strategy of Latinos In Transit. Your ideas, dedication and skills will help propel the organization to broader impact and effectiveness. Multiple positions are available including President and Vice President. The Board's role is of governance and oversight. Nominations will be taken until August 31st. Visit latinosintransit.org for information on how to apply. Self nominations are encouraged!

LIT Movimiento

Rolando Cruz

On behalf of the LIT Board of Directors, Congratulations to Rolando Cruz and CulverCity Bus for selecting Rolando as their new Chief Transportation Officer. Mr. Cruz has over 25 years of transit experience. Most recently as the Chief Operations Officer for Santa Monica's Big Blue Bus.

Rolando began his career in public transportation in 1995 at Long Beach Transit, working in Finance. Three years later, he became the Fleet's Maintenance Manager. In January 2008, he was named Executive Director and Vice President of Maintenance and Infrastructure. In 2016, Rolando joined the City of Santa Monica's Big Blue Bus as the Chief Operations Officer.

Rolando is a CPA and holds an M.B.A. and a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting from the University of Texas. He is a graduate of the American Public Transportation Association (APTA) leadership program in 2008 and is involved in multiple committees with APTA and California Transit Association. He is currently serving as a mentor in the APTA Emerging Leaders Program and teaches classes with the National Transit Institute on Transit Asset Management and Safety Management Systems.

He assumes the position following the retirement of Transportation Director Art Ida, who retires this month after serving 11 years in the position.

SJSU/MTI Student of the Year Lorena Bernal-Vidal

Lorena Bernal-Vidal, Student of the Year
Transportation Planner III, VTA, San Jose, Ca

Congratulations to the Class of 2019 SJSU/Mineta Transportation Institute and special recognition to Student of the Year Lorena Bernal-Vidal. Lorena completed the Master's of Science Degree in Transportation Management Program with top honors.

TCRP DAY June 13, 2019

The public #transit industry is advancing and innovating, and today we’ll share some of the latest research and #transit solutions for #TCRPday Learn more about #TCRP at  http://bit.ly/TCRPhome

Taking Reservations Now

Book Now!

LIT reserved a block of rooms at the Hyatt Regency Newport Beach for a special rate of $162 per night for the Latinos In Transit Leadership Summit attendees. 

Registration Now Open LIT Leadership Summit

September 14, 2019 

NEW LOCATION - Newport Beach, Ca. 

Featuring Terry Garcia Crews, FTA Administrator Region 3, as the luncheon speaker.  Confirmed speakers also includes Nuria Fernandez and David Armijo.  Summit Sponsors include Mineta Transportation Institute, LA Metro, Clean Energy, and GreenPower Motors.  Click Here to Register.

Email us as LITLeadershipSummit@gmail.com for information on how you can contribute towards making this a successful event. 

Latinos In Transit Joins APTA Diversity and Inclusion Council

On May 19, 2019 the APTA Diversity and Inclusion Council held a meeting at the APTA Mobility Conference in Louisville, Ky. Chaired by Nathaniel Ford, Sr., Council Chair, a motion was made to add a seat to the Diversity and Inclusion Council Steering Committee for Latinos In Transit. The motion was unanimously passed by the committee members. Alva Carrasco, Vice President of the Board of Latinos In Transit, thanked the committee members and pledged commitment on behalf of the Board of Directors. “LIT’s recently signed cooperative agreement with APTA has reinvigorated our board’s commitment to serving our members, partner transit agencies and sponsors.  We are looking forward to participating on the committee,” said Alva Carrasco.

Welcome Long Beach Transit!

Long Beach Transit  (LBT) is the latest California transit agency to show LIT their support and commitment to diversity in the workplace. We are thankful for their generous contribution in support of LIT's mission and goals. Gracias LBT!

Save the Date for LIT's Inaugural Leadership Summit

September 14, 2019 

NEW LOCATION - Newport Beach, Ca. 

Featuring Terry Garcia Crews, FTA Administrator Region 3, as the luncheon speaker.  

Latino transit professionals are joining the industry in record numbers, yet Latinos make up the smallest number of executive leadership. The LIT Leadership Summit will provide a forum for Latino transit leaders to share best practices and help prepare Latinos In Transit for the next level. 

Summit program, registration and sponsorship opportunity information will be available soon. Recruiters are encouraged to attend. Email us as LITLeadershipSummit@gmail.com for more information. 

Valley Transportation Authority Sponsors LIT

LIT is proud to announce Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) as a supporter of LIT's mission and goals to advance the development of Latinos and other minorities in the transportation industry. 

LIT Family Keeps Growing

Robert Vila, Project Manager, Jacobs
Cathy Rosas, Chief Administrative Analyst, Metro
Jose Camacho, Maintenance Manager, Kinkisharyo, Int. LLC

Get On Board Day

Whether you ride or not, public transportation is valuable to your community. Join us for Get on Board Day on April 25, 2019, to show your support for public transportation. #GetOnBoard

APTF Now Taking Applications

LIT and MV Transportation, Inc. recently committed funds to the American Public Transportation Foundation (APTF) to sponsor a Latino In Transit! The APTF is taking applications now!  The 2019 scholars will receive free registration and a travel stipend to attend APTA's 2019 TRANSform Conference, which will be held in New York, NY, October 13-16. At the conference, they will have the opportunity to attend workshops and sessions as well as meet with industry professionals from across the country.  All applications must be submitted electronically by 11:59 (ET) on Monday, June 17, 2019. https://www.aptfd.org/…/Pages/Scholarship-Program-Guideline…

AC Transit Sponsorship

The LIT Board of Directors is proud to announce receiving a sponsorship from AC Transit. Thank you AC Transit for supporting our mission!

Feliz Cumpleaños César Chávez!

César Chávez Day March 31

Proclaimed a Federal holiday in the United States by President Obama in 2014, Cesar Chavez Day is a holiday which is celebrated annually on March 31st. 

Cesar Chavez Day is celebrated all over the United States. On this day, many community and civil rights leaders take the opportunity to speak about the values of Cesar Chavez and the methods he used to make a positive impact on society. Discussions and debates also occur on this day to bring the public’s attention to key issues of the day. Issues which can include worker’s rights, medical coverage for workers, fair wages and benefits.

Leadership APTA is Now Accepting Applications

Leadership APTA, a program offering of APTAU, is now accepting applications for the Class of 2020.

 

With more than 525 graduates over its 20 plus year history, Leadership APTA has distinguished itself as the premiere program to develop and support experienced managers and leaders aspiring to hold executive and senior leadership positions in APTA, their organizations, and the public transportation industry.

 

Participation in Leadership APTA helps advance careers, broaden perspectives, and provide key lessons and resources. 

 

The year-long program features executive round-tables, workshops, class leadership projects, site visits, and candid discussions relevant for today's leaders in both the public and private sectors.

 

The Leadership APTA application deadline is Friday May 3, 2019. 

Welcome To LIT

Roberto Treviño, Executive VP, Planning, Engineering, & Construction, Metro-Harris County
Daniel Trujillo, Regional Sales Manager, New Flyer Industries

Celebrate MV With LIT

Join LIT in Texas to help celebrate our new partnership with MV Transportation

LIT Announces New Partnership with MV Transportation

Today, MV Transportation released a press release announcing their long-term partnership with LIT. Read press release by clicking here: http://www.mvtransit.com/news/MV-Announces_Partnership

Big Announcement Tuesday

But you'll have to wait until Tuesday. We are so excited that we had to put out a teaser. 

LA Metro Seeking a Chief of Staff

The Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (LA Metro) is seeking a Chief of Staff to assist in executing Metro’s mission to provide a world-class transportation system that enhances quality of life for all who live, work and play within LA County. The Chief of Staff will provide direct assistance to the Chief Executive Officer on comprehensive planning and administering of Metro’s functions. The final filing date is Friday, February 8, 2019.  This recruitment is closed. 

To learn more about the job and the agency please Click Here: https://media.metro.net/…/19-1608_ntc_HCD_ChiefofStaff_Recr…

If you are interested in this position, please send your resume and cover letter to Blancosanchezs@Metro.net