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- Assessment of the General Manager: A Tool for Transit Boards and General Managers of Public Transit Systems - 2003
In this workbook commissioned by APTA with BoardSource, transit board members and general managers are guided through an effective assessment process. This assessment instrument provides tools to lead the board and the general manager through a thoughtful discussion about the general manager’s performance and future aspirations. The booklet includes an assessment tool that allows the board to evaluate the general manager’s performance around specific, annual goals set by the board.
Members: $50, Nonmembers $100, available in the APTA Bookstore.
- Building the Board-General Manager Leadership Team: A Practical Guide for Leading in Challenging Times - 1998
A comprehensive look at how the board-general manager/CEO partnership can lead to a new, dynamic leadership model, one that highlights a board leadership design and vision. Written for APTA by one of the country’s leading consultants on transit board dynamics, the booklet takes a step-by-step approach towards improving the board-general manager/CEO relationship and establishing a new leadership model for today’s challenging times.
Members: $15, Nonmembers $30, available in the APTA Bookstore.
- Employment Agreement Guidelines for Public Transportation System Management - 2005
These guidelines on transit manager employment agreements will be of assistance in assuring a strong relationship between boards of directors and CEOs.
- The Extraordinary CEO in Public Transportation - 2000
Focuses on arming the current or aspiring CEO with the ability to face today’s and tomorrow’s leadership challenges successfully, and in the process, heighten the experience with greater richness and satisfaction in career as a leading transit professional.
Members: $15, Nonmembers $30, available in the APTA Bookstore.
- The Future of Public Transportation Employment: Bold Visions, Bringing Exciting Opportunities - May 2013
A shift is underway, as Americans begin to seek more robust transportation choices. Public transportation is at the center of the shift, and as a result, public transportation will need to invest in an even more skilled workforce. New job opportunities and careers will provide those interested in transit-related careers a chance to change America.
- Procurement Handbook for Transit System General Managers and Senior Executives - 2005
This handbook provides GMs/CEOs and senior transit executives with an understanding of fundamental procurement principles and their relationship to fulfilling the transit agency’s mission. It provides insights on effective business relationships and higher quality projects for transit agencies.
Members: $1.50, Nonmembers $3.00, available in the APTA Bookstore.
- Resource Kit: Strategic Planning - 2001
The development of a strategic plan allows the transit system manager to step back from the all-encompassing day-to-day operating concerns and take a longer view of the transit system. This Resource Kit provides examples of short and long range strategic planning documents provided by 28 public transportation agencies. CD-ROM format.
Members: Free, Nonmembers $25, available in the APTA Bookstore.
- Synopsis of the Law 2008
This synopsis, updated annually, covers changes in procurement, FTA regulations and guidance, rail requirements, environmental rules, civil rights issues, employment and labor laws, and other topics as appropriate.
Members: $100, Nonmembers: $200, available in theAPTA Bookstore.
- Transit Board Member Handbook
Includes roles and responsibilites; board committee structure; leadership qualities; selection of and relationship with the CEO; ADA; and strategic planning. Ideal for both new and veteran transit board members.
Members: $15, Nonmembers: $30, available in the APTA Bookstore.
- Transit Procurement: A Guide for Transit Board Members-2003
This handbook is intended to help transit baords to understand the public procurement process ,as well as their role in that process.
Members: $10, Nonmembers: $20, available in the APTA Bookstore.
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