OPEN SESSION JULY 30, 2026 PAGE 5 OF 6
UPDATE – MDTA POLICE PUBLIC SECURITY
Lt. Col. Ronce Alford began his report by acknowledging Retired Col. Joseph Scott and the outstanding leadership he provided during his tenure. He stated that MDTA Police continue to operate under accountability, communication, and transparency. Lt. Col. Alford broke down first quarter performance including traffic stops increased by 8.9%, Driving Under the Influence (DUI) arrests up by 49%, and serious crimes decreased by 21.6%. He also stated that traffic collisions continue to be an area of concern for the agency.
He ended his report by inviting the Chair and Members to the Academy Class Graduation on September 16.
Upon conclusion of Lt. Col. Alford’s report, Member John F. von Paris and Chair Kathryn Thomson echoed the importance of safe driving and work zone safety.
UPDATE – EXECITIVE DIRECTOR’S REPORT
Mr. Bruce Gartner began his report by echoing the importance of safe driving and work zone safety. He then gave kudos to the MDTA Police for earning the Tri-Arc Award Certification. Mr. Gardner then updated the Board on the following items: Governor’s Key Bridge Boat Tour on July 20; Bridge to the Future Sticker Challenge; Senator Jennings support of the Kingsville Volunteer Fire Company Dedication that was approved last month; July 15 MDTA Safety Fair; Dr. Percy Dangerfield’s new position as MDOT Assistant Secretary for Administration; and the upcoming Maryland Association of Counties (MACo) Conference.
Mr. Gartner ended his report by sharing his condolences on the passing of former MDTA Board Member Bill Ensor.
VOTE TO GO INTO CLOSED SESSION
At 10:05 a.m., a motion was made by Member William H. Cox, Jr. and seconded by Member Samuel D. Snead, and the Members voted unanimously to move into Closed Session under the Maryland Open Meetings Act, the MDTA Board met in Closed Session under the General Provisions Article: o Section 3-305(b)(10) and (12) to receive an update on deployment of police staff and resources and other security measures: to discuss a pending investigative proceeding involving possible criminal conduct; and, o Section 3-305(b)(8) to receive a status update on all litigation currently pending against the MDTA. In attendance for the Closed Session were Chair Kathryn Thomson; Members Carroll via Phone, Cordova via Phone, Cox, Penny-Ardinger, Rosen, Snead, von Paris, and Waesche via Phone; Bruce Gartner; Megan Mohan, Esq.; Lt. Col. Ronce Alford; Pilar Helm; and Natalie Henson.
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