CTAG_Application

The Pierce Transit CTAG consists of at least nine volunteer representatives who reflect the demographic diversity of the Pierce Transit service area. CTAG members are informed stakeholders providing feedback on Pierce Transit's proposed plans, policies and services, who act as communication links between Pierce Transit and their various networks. CTAG meets on the fourth Thursday of each month (the third Thursday in November and December) at 5:30pm either virtually via Zoom or at Pierce Transit’s Training Center in Lakewood. Meetings generally last 90-120 minutes; members must arrange their own transportation to and from the meeting should they choose to attend in person.

Responsibilites:

Attend and actively participate in monthly meetings
Act as an informed stakeholder group from which Pierce Transit proactively solicits advice
Offer suggestions and recommendations to Pierce Transit for achieving its strategic goals
Expand Pierce Transit's awareness of the public's perceptions of its activities, and speak on behalf of constituents when commenting on Pierce Transit's plans, policies and services
Inform and educate the public about Pierce Transit's operations

Applicants must:

Be at least 16 years old
Reside, be employed, volunteer or be a full-time student within the Pierce Transit service area
Have at least one year of paid or volunteer service with a school-based, community-based or volunteer board/coalition,
Provide feedback on staff presentations,
Contribute ideas and content to group discussions, and communicate effectively with a diverse group of community members with different points of view

All applicants must be available and present for at least 9 out of 12 meetings per year.

Applicants may not:

Have had prior exclusion from Pierce Transit services or facilities
Have a record of disruptive behavior at Pierce Transit public meetings
Be former employees not eligible for rehire

Additional Desired Qualifications:

Applicants who frequently use public transit (more than 3 times per week), or who have working knowledge of public transportation services, are preferred
Residents of the Pierce Transit service areas of Fife, Milton, Edgewood, Fircrest, Lakewood, Steilacoom, Gig Harbor, Puyallup, Pacific, and unincorporated Pierce County
Applicants who have leadership experience in the private sector, work experience at a large employer, or experience as a business owner
Applicants actively engaged in their community through professional networks or civic organizations

COMMUNITY TRANSPORTATION ADVISORY GROUP APPLICATION

Name:*

Contact Phone:*

Email:*

example@example.com

Address*

Home Address

Street Address Line 2

City

Zip

Do you live, work, volunteer, or attend school in the Pierce Transit service area?*

YesNo

Occupation (former if retired):

Area of Study (if student):

Employer (if applicable):

School (if student):

In what languages are you fluent?*

Indicate the areas of interest or group perspectives you bring to CTAG (check all that apply):*

PT Services Frequented*

Can you regularly attend monthly CTAG meetings (either virtually or in person) on the fourth Thursday of each month from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm?*

YesNo

1. Describe the top three public transportation issues of concern and importance to you.*

2. List the communities and groups you belong to and explain how your membership on CTAG would improve communication with and add value to these groups.*

3. Please explain how your background or experience qualifies you for membership on the CTAG. You may upload a brief bio or resume below.*

Optional: upload your bio or resume here.

Applicant's Signature*

Date:*

Date

Community Transportation Advisory Group (CTAG)