Develops policies to promote efficient and effective delivery of OCTA's Measure M1 ($4 billion) program and M2 ($15 billion) program. Ensures compliance, fiscal responsibility, transparency and accountability of the Measure M programs and Ordinance No. 2 and 3. Serves as the central point of advocacy and information for delivery of the programs. During my tenure, OCTA has invested and continues to invest billions of dollars in the county’s transportation network including the voter mandated projects which are part of Measure M1 and M2. In my capacity as the PMO Program Manager, I have and continue to work to ensure our commitment to the voters is upheld.

Managed complex transportation studies including but not limited to corridor studies, feasibility studies, and project initiation documents. Developed, planned, and administered the design, implementation, and analysis of multimodal transportation system projects and studies in Orange County. Built consensus among local jurisdictions, prepared staff reports, actively participated in and presented at various committee and Board meetings internally and externally.

Responsible for communications between OCTA and its various constituencies and customers; building and maintaining relationships with the community, businesses, and local government agencies; advocacy of transportation issues within Orange County on behalf of the agency. Created and implemented strategic communications programs and governmental and public outreach plans. Developed and ensured the dissemination of consistent, focused OCTA messages. Ensured the integrity of the voter approved Measure M1 program. Provided recommendations to the Chief Executive Officer and the Board of Directors regarding public input, attitudes and reactions to OCTA’s policies, plans, programs and services.