Central Oklahoma Transportation & Parking Authority - August 7, 2026

The Central Oklahoma Transportation & Parking Authority held a meeting on August 7, 2026, focusing on various procurement and capital improvement projects related to public transit infrastructure and services. Key procurement actions included approval of professional service agreements with Angland Public Relations for $150,000, Peak Media for media placement services, and H&TB Corporation for consulting services supporting the LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games with an estimated cost of up to $1 million. The board also approved a pricing agreement with Midwest Bus Corporation for $116,490 for installation and maintenance of protective vapor Vshield kits, and authorized the purchase of eight 40-foot compressed natural gas (CNG) buses funded by general obligation bonds. Additionally, the board adopted a resolution awarding over $1.2 million in federal Section 5310 funding to support mobility projects including vehicle purchases and software. A significant policy decision was made to establish a permanent zero-fare service for the Oklahoma City streetcar, following a successful pilot and ridership growth. The meeting included discussions on ridership trends, transit service improvements, and the importance of transit access for economic and social equity. Motions for all procurement and budget-related items were approved unanimously.