FY2017 PROPOSED BUDGET

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority
Proposed FY2017 Budget
Chapter 3
Board Secretary
Approved Proposed
Actual Actual Budget Budget
(Dollars in Thousands) 2014 2015 2016 2017 Change Variance
PERSONNEL COST $397 $504 $512 $587 $75 14.7%
NONPERSONNEL COST $134 $156 $180 $219 $39 21.8%
TOTAL COST $531 $660 $692 $807 $114 16.5%
BUDGETED POSITIONS 5 5 5 4 (1) -20.0%
Purpose
The Office of the Board Secretary (SECT) is an independent office that reports to the WMATA
Board of Directors. SECT serves as a resource to advance the Board’s goals and policies, and
Metro’s strategic plan.
Responsibilities
SECT is responsible for managing the decision-making process, exchange of information and
documentation in support of Board activities. The Board Secretary’s Office works proactively with
the General Manager and his staff to carry out the policies, goals and initiatives of the Metro Board;
and serves as liaison between the Board, the agency, and its advisory bodies and riders. Other
responsibilities include the coordination, review and distribution of Metro Board materials;
recording and maintaining official records of Board actions and resolutions; publishing legal
notices and arranging public hearings approved by the Board, as well as providing policy and
logistical support for the Riders’ Advisory Council.
FY2017 Business Plan
• Successful completion of nine Compact public hearings
• Provided support for GM/CEO search
• Facilitated Board member review of FMO responses
• Worked with COUN on revision to Board’s Code of Ethics and Board Procedures
• Worked with COUN on revising RAC Bylaws
• Conducted extensive outreach campaign to recruit eight new RAC members
• Provided orientation to new Board member appointments
• Continued support of online public access to Board Resolutions database and Board materials
• Provided joint Committee Coordination for Governance
• Managed the successful conduct of all Board and Committee meetings
• Served as a resource to the Metro Board and staff regarding Board policies and directions
FY2016 Highlights and Major Accomplishments
• Continue acting as a vital bridge between executive leadership, the public, and the Board
• Facilitate continued Board efficiency and Governance best practices, including updating the
Board Bylaws, Procedures and Code of Ethics in coordination with COUN
• Continue support of and make recommendations regarding Board goals, initiatives and policies
• Ensure Compact requirements are met, including the implementation of the Public
Participation Plan
• Coordinate the orientation of new Board members
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