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MARYLAND TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY MONDAY, JANUARY 22,2007 POINT BREEZE FACILITY EXECUTIVE CONFERENCE ROOM CLOSED SESSION MEMBERS

IN ATTENDANCE: John Porcari, Chairman-Designee Susan Affleck Bauer, Esquire Louise Hoblitzell John B. Norris, Jr., P.E. Carol D. Rieg Carolyn Y. Peoples Walter E. Woodford, Jr., P.E. - via telephone Jay Ayd Greg Brown David Chapin Sandra Clifford Donna Dean Greg Derwart Deb Donohue Keith Duerling Curt Esposito Patrick Fleming Gary McLhinney Daniel McMullen Joe Nessel Jeff Smith Cheryl Sparks Sam Triandos Joe Waggoner Steve Welkos Alison Williams Ed Harris, Esq., Counsel to the State Highway Administration Jamie Traudt, Davenport & Co. David Greenwood, GEC Partners

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The Chairman-Designee called the meeting of the Maryland Transportation Authority to order at 8:24 a.m. At 8:25a.m., motion was made by Ms. Hoblitzell, seconded by Mr. Norris, and unanimousIy approved to move into Closed Session, pursuant to Section 10-508 (a) of the State Government Article of the Annotated Code of Maryland: (3) to consider the

CLOSED SESSION JANUARY 22,2007 PAGE 2 acquisition of real property for a public purpose and matters directly related thereto (Travel Plaza redevelopment plans) (5) to consider the investment of public funds (Intercounty Connector project funding; financial overview and forecast); (6) to consider the marketing of public securities (Intercounty Connector project funding; financial overview and forecast); (7) to consult with counsel to obtain legal advice (Intercounty Connector project funding and litigation); (8) to consult with staff, consultants, or other individuals about pending and potential litigation (Intercounty Connector litigation); (40) to discuss public security, because the Authority determined that public discussion would constitute a risk to the public security, including: (i) the deployment of fire, police and services and staff; and (ii) the development and implementation of emergency plans (Authority Security and Police update), and (14) before a contract is awarded or bids are opened, discuss a matter directly related to a negotiating strategy because y public discussion or disclosure would adversely impact the ability of the ~ u t h o r i t to participate in the competitive bidding or proposal process (Travel Plaza redevelopment plans; upcoming Electronic Toll Collection contract actions); the Chairman-Designee concurring.

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ACTIONS TAKEN DURING CLOSED SESSION

The following action was taken during the Closed Session: Travel Plaza Redevelopment Plans

Upon motion by Mr. Woodford and seconded by Ms. Rieg, members approved proceeding with the negotiation of a sole source "bridgeJ1 contract with the current operator, to ensure continuing service to the traveling public during the 20082009 winter holiday season, the Chairman-Designee concurring.

At 9:22 a.m., upon motion by Mr. Norris and seconded by Ms. Hoblitzell, members unanimously moved to return to Open Session, the Chairmqn-Designee concurring. RATIFICATION OF ACTION TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION Upon motion by Ms. Affleck Bauer and seconded by Ms. Hoblitzell, members unanimously ratified the above-recorded action taken in Closed Session, the ChairmanDesignee concurring. The Chairman-Designee left the meeting at 9:21 a.m.; Senior Member Hoblitzell chaired the remainder of the meeting. Any further actions taken will require the concurrence of the Chairman. At 9:27 a.m., upon motion by Ms. Affleck Bauer and seconded by Ms. Rieg, members unanimously voted to return to Closed Session, pursuant to Section 10-508 (a) of the State Government Article of the Annotated Code of Maryland: (7) to consult

CLOSED SESSION JANUARY 22,2007 PAGE 3 with counsel to obtain legal advice (Intercounty Connector project funding and litigation); (8) to consult with staff, consultants, or other individuals about pending and potential litigation (Intercounty Connector litigation); (10) to discuss public security, because the Authority determined that public discussion would constitute a risk to the public security, including: (i) the deployment of fire, police and services and staff; and (ii) the development and implementation of emergency plans (Authority Security and Police update). At 9:46a.m., upon motion by Ms. Affleck Bauer and seconded by Mr. Norris, members unanimously voted to return to Open Session. At 10:54 a.m., upon motion by Mr. Rieg, and seconded by Ms. Affleck Bauer, members unanimously voted to approve to return to Closed Session, pursuant to Section 10-508 (a) of the State Government Article of the Annotated Code of Maryland: (1) to discuss: (i) the appointment, employment, assignment, promotion, discipline, demotion, compensation, removal, resignation, or pelformance evaluation of appointees, employees, or officials over whom it has jurisdiction; or (ii) any other personnel matter that affects 1 or more specific individuals. ACTIONS TAKEN DURING CLOSED SESSION The following actions were taken during the Closed Session:
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Resi~nation Executive Secretarv Trent M. Kittleman of Upon motion by Ms. Rieg and seconded by Mr. Norris, members unanimously accepted the resignation of Executive Secretary Trent M. Kittleman.

Appointment of Interim Executive Secretary Upon motion by Mr. Norris and seconded by Mr. Woodford, members unanimously appointed Daniel F. McMullen, Ill as lnterim Executive Secretary of the Maryland Transportation Authority.

At 12:lO p.m., upon motion by Ms. Peoples and seconded byMs. Rieg, members unanimously moved to return to Open Session. RATIFICATION OF ACTIONS TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION Upon motion by Ms. Peoples and seconded by Ms. Rieg, members unanimously ratified the above-recorded actions taken in Closed Session. There being no further business, the meeting of the Maryland Transportation Authority adjourned at 1 2 : l l p.m., upon general consensus of the members, with no objection.

CLOSED SESSION JANUARY 22,2007 PAGE 4

The next meeting of the Maryland Transportation Authority will be held on eze Headquarters Tuesday, February 15, 2007, in the conference room at the Building. Concurred:

MARYLAND TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 15,2007 POINT BREEZE FACILITY EXECUTIVE CONFERENCE ROOM CLOSED SESSION MEMBERS IN ATTENDANCE: Beverley Swaim Staley, Acting Chair Susan Aff leck Bauer, Esquire Louise Hoblitzell John B. Norris, Jr., P.E. Carol D. Rieg - via telephone Carolyn Y. Peoples Walter E. Woodford, Jr., P.E. - via telephone Jay Ayd Alice Brooks Greg Brown Marcus Brown David Chapin Sandra Clifford Donna Dean Greg Derwart Joyce Diepold Deb Donohue Bruce Gartner Cecilia Hellrung Greg Jones Geoff Kolberg Dan McMullen Russell Shea Dennis Simpson Glen Smith Jeff Smith Cheryl Sparks Sam Triandos Joe Waggoner Steve Welkos Alison Williams Peter Kessenich, Public Financial Management Melinda Peters, Director, Office of the Intercounty Connector, State Highway Administration Dana Reed, Contract Litigation Unit, Office of the Attorney General Joel Oleinik, Contract Litigation Unit, Office of the Attorney General David Baldwin, Director, office-of Finance &

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OTHERS IN ATTENDANCE:

CLOSED SESSION FEBRUARY 15,2007 PAGE 2 Administration, Maryland Aviation Administration Ronald Freeland, Booze, Allen, Hamilton Jamie Traudt, Davenport and Co. Joe Mason, Davenport and Co. Paul Shelton, McKennon Shelton & Henn LLP Michael Jones, Host Marriot Services Jason Ross, Maryland Broadband Cooperative Patrick Mitchell, Maryland Broadband Cooperative The Acting Chair called the meeting of the Maryland Transportation Authority to order at 9:34a.m. Any further actions taken will require the concurrence of the Chairman. At 9:35a.m., motion was made by Ms. Hoblitzell, seconded by Ms. Affleck Bauer and unanimously approved to move into Closed Session, pursuant to Section 10-508 (a) of the State Government Article of the Annotated Code of Maryland: (1) to discuss: (i) the appointment, employment, assignment, promotion, discipline, demotion, compensation, removal, resignation, or performance evaluation of appointees, employees, or officials over whom it has jurisdiction (personnel actions); (ii) any other personnel matter that affects 7 or more specific individuals (organizational chart); (3) to consider the acquisition of real property for a public purpose and matters dire,ctly related thereto (Intercounty Connector right-of-way); (5) to consider the investment of public funds (Intercounty Connector project funding; financial overview and forecast); (6) to consider the marketing of public securities (Intercounty Connector project funding; financial overview and forecast); (7) to consult with counsel to obtain legal advice (Chesapeake Bay Bridge and tort litigation); (8) to consult with staff, consultants, or other individuals about pending and potential litigation (Chesapeake Bay Bridge and tort Litigation); (10) to discuss public security, because the Authority determined that public discussion would constitute a risk to the public security, including: (i) the deployment of fire, police and services and staff; and (ii) the development and implementation of emergency plans (Authority Security and Police update), and (14) before a contract is awarded or bids are opened, discuss a matter directly related to a negotiating strategy because public discussion or disclosure would adversely impact the ability of the Authority to participate in the competitive bidding or proposal process (Travel Plaza redevelopment plans; upcoming Electronic Toll Collection contract actions); the Acting Chair concurring.
ACTIONS TAKEN DURING CLOSED SESSION

The following actions were taken during the Closed Session:

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Financial Forecast

Upon motion by Ms. Hoblitzell and seconded by Ms. Peoples, members approved submitting the current forecast to the Department of Legislative Services, including projected toll increases to 201 1, on February 16, 2007.

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Organizational Chart Upon motion by Mr. Norris and seconded by Ms. Hoblitzell, members unanimously approved the organizational chart as presented at the February 15, 2007 Authority meeting, as modified: change title to "Coordinator for ICC & Special Projects;" move the Chief of Police and Director of Operations boxes vertically. Personnel Actions Executive Secretary: Upon motion by Mr. Norris and seconded by Mr. Woodford, members unanimously appointed Ronald L. Freeland to be the Executive Secretary of the Maryland Transportation Authority, and approved the Grade at 9909 and the salary, subject to satisfactory performance evaluations after 6 months and Iyear, the Acting Chair concurring. Police Chief: Upon motion by Ms. Hoblitzell and seconded by Ms. Peoples, members unanimously appointed Marcus L. Brown to be the Chief of the Maryland Transportation Authority Police, and approved the Grade at 0129 and flat rate salary, subject to satisfactory performance evaluations after 6 months and 1 year, the Acting Chair concurring. Chief Administrative Officer: Upon motion by Ms. Hoblitzell and seconded by Mr. Woodford, members unanimously appointed Gregory A. Brown to be the Chief Administrative Officer of the Maryland Transportation Authority, and approved the Grade at 26, and step at 15, the Acting Chair concurring. Interim Executive Secretary: Members thanked Dan McMullen for acting as the Interim Executive Secretary during the period of transition, and directed that he be compensated at the acting pay rate for the position. Litiqation Upon motion by Mr. Woodford and seconded by Ms. Rieg, members unanimously authorized the Chairman-Designate to execute the settlement agreement on behalf of the State in the case of the Estate of Thomas C. Marlin, eta/. V. Sean Kent, eta/., the Acting Chair concurring. Procurement Officer for Chesapeake Bay Bridqe Contract Claim against Cianbro Upon motion by Ms. Hoblitzell and seconded by Ms. Peoples, members

CLOSED SESSION FEBRUARY 15,2007 PAGE 4 unanimously appointed Joe Waggoner as Procurement Officer for the claim asserted against Cianbro by the Authority, related to Chesapeake Bay Bridge Contract number LB 985-000-002, the Acting Chair concurring. At 12:22 porn.,upon motion by Ms. Hoblitzell and seconded by Ms. Affleck Bauer, members unanimously moved to return to Open Session, the Acting Chair concurring. RATIFICATION OF ACTIONS TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION Upon motion by Mr. Woodford and seconded by Ms. Hoblitzell, members unanimously ratified the above-recorded actions taken in Closed Session, the Acting Chair concurring. There being no further business, the meeting of the Maryland Transportation Authority adjourned at 1:15 p.m. upon motion by Ms. Peoples and seconded by Ms. Hoblitzell, and with the general consensus of the members with no objection. The next meeting of the Maryland Transportation Authority will be held on Wednesday, March 14, 2007, in the conference room at the Point Breeze Headquarters Building. Concurred

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MARYLAND TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY THURSDAY, MARCH 8,2007 POINT BREEZE FACILITY EXECUTIVE CONFERENCE ROOM CLOSED SESSION MEMBERS IN ATTENDANCE: Beverley Swaim-Staley, Acting Chair Louise P. Hoblitzell Susan Affleck Bauer, Esquire - by telephone Carol D. Rieg Carolyn Y. Peoples Walter E. Woodford, Jr., P.E. John B. Norris, Jr., P.E. Ron Freeland, Executive Secretary Jay Ayd David Chapin Joyce Diepold Deb Donohue Cheryl Jordan Geoff Kolberg Steve Welkos Alison Williams Peter Kessenich, Public Financial Management Betty Connors, Director of Finance, State Highway Administration ("SHA") Ed Harris, Counsel, SHA Melinda Peters, Director, Office of the Intercounty Connector, SHA Jamie Traudt, Davenport and Co. Paul Shelton, McKennon Shelton & Henn LLP

MEMBERS ABSENT:

STAFF IN ATTENDANCE:

OTHERS IN ATTENDANCE:

At 955 a.m., the Acting Chair called to order the meeting of the Maryland Transportation Authority, upon motion by Ms. Peoples and seconded by Ms. Rieg, and unanimously approved. Any further actions taken will require the concurrence of the Chairman. At 9 5 6 a.m., motion was made by Ms. Rieg, seconded by Ms. Ms. Peoples, and unanimously approved to move into Closed Session, pursuant to Section 10-508 (a) of the State Government Article of the Annotated Code of Maryland: (5) to consider the investment of public funds (Intercounty Connector project funding; financial overview and forecast); (6) to consider the marketing of public securities (Intercounty Connector project funding; financial overview and forecast); (7) To consult with counsel to obtain -

CLOSED SESSION MARCH 8,2007 PAGE 2 legal advice (Intercounty Connector project funding; financial overview and forecast); and (8) to consult with staff, consultants, or other individuals about pending and potential litigation (Intercounty Connector lawsuits), the Acting Chair concurring. At 11:27 a.m., Ms. Affleck Bauer left the meeting by terminating her telephone connection.
ACTIONS TAKEN DURING CLOSED SESSION

None. At 11:47 a.m., upon motion by Ms. Peoples and seconded by Ms. Rieg, members unanimously approved returning to Open Session, the Acting Chair concurring. There being no further business, the meeting of the Maryland Transportation Authority adjourned at 11:48 a.m. by general consensus, without objection, the Acting Chair concurring. The next meeting of the Maryland Transportation Authority will be held on Tuesday, March 27, 2007 at 1.00 p.m., in the Suite 160 Confer Breeze facility. Concurred:

MARYLAND TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY. THURSDAY, MARCH 14,2007 POINT BREEZE FACILITY EXECUTIVE CONFERENCE ROOM CLOSED SESSION MEMBERS IN ATTENDANCE: John D. Porcari, Chairman Beverley Swaim Staley, Acting Chair Louise P. Hoblitzell John B. Norris, Jr., P.E. Carol D. Rieg Carolyn Y. Peoples Walter E. Woodford, Jr., P.E. MEMBERS ABSENT STAFF IN ATTENDANCE:
Susan Affleck Bauer, Esq. Ron Freeland, Executive Secretary Greg Brown Marcus Brown David Chapin Donna Dean Deb Donohue Geoff Kolberg Dan McMullen Bob Michael Sam Triandos Steve Welkos Alison Williams Peter Kessenich, Public Financial Management Neil Pedersen, Administrator, State Highway Administration (SHA) Melinda Peters, Director, Office of the Intercounty Connector, SHA Betty Conners, Director, Finance, SHA Ed Harris, Counsel, SHA Jamie Traudt, Davenport and Co. Joe Mason, Davenport and Co.

OTHERS IN ATTENDANCE:

The Chairman called the meeting of the Maryland Transportation Authority to order at 9:09a.m. At 9:10 a.m., motion was made by Ms. Hoblitzell, seconded by Mr. Woodford and unanimously approved to move into Closed Session, pursuant to Section 10-508 (a) of the State Government Article of the Annotated Code of Maryland: (3) to consider the acquisition of real property for a public purpose and matters directly related thereto (Intercounty Connector right-of-wayj; (5) to consider the investment of public funds (lntercounty Connector project funding); (6) to consider the marketing of public securities

CLOSED SESSION MARCH 14,2007 PAGE 2 (Intercounty Connector project funding); (7) to consult with counsel to obtain legal advice (Intercounty Connector litigation); (8) to consult with staff, consultants, or other individuals . about pending and potential litigation (Intercounty Connector litigation); (10) to discuss public security, because the Authority determined that public discussion would constitute a risk to the public security, including: (i)the deployment of fire, police and services and staff; and (ii) the development and implementation of emergency plans (Authority Security and Police update), and (14) before a contract is awarded or bids are opened, discuss a matter directly related to a negotiating strategy because public discussion or disclosure would adversely impact the ability of the Authority to participate in the competitive bidding or proposal process (Electronic Toll Collection contract actions). Chairman Porcari left the meeting at 10:34 a.m. Acting Chair Beverley Swaim Staley chaired the remainder of the meeting. ACTION TAKEN DURING CLOSED SESSION The following action was taken during the Closed Session: Electronic Toll Collection Gap Contract Upon motion by Ms. Hoblitzell and seconded by Mr. Woodford, members unanimously voted to approve Contract No. MA 2099-000-00116 for the Electronic Toll Collection and Related Services Gap Contract to ACS under the terms and conditions outlined in the contract. At 11:33a.m., upon motion by Mr. Woodford and seconded by Ms. Rieg, members unanimously approved returning to Open Session. RATIFICATION OF ACTION TAKEN DURING CLOSED SESSION Upon motion by Mr. Woodford and seconded by Ms. Rieg, members unanimously ratified the above-recorded action taken in Closed Session. There being no further business, the meeting of the Maryland Transportation Authority adjourned at 12:26 p.m. upon motion by Mr. Woodford and seconded by Ms. Peoples. The next meeting of the Maryland Transportation Autho March 27, 2007 at 1:00 p.m., in the conference room at the Po Building.

MARYLAND TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY AUTHORITY MEETING WEDNESDAY, APRIL 25,2007 POINT BREEZE MEMBERS' CONFERENCE ROOM CLOSED SESSION MEMBERS IN ATTENDANCE: John D. Porcari, Chairman Beverley Swaim Staley, Acting Chair Susan Affleck Bauer Louise Hoblitzell John 8. Norris, Jr., P.E. Carolyn Y. Peoples Carol D. Rieg Walter E. Woodford, Jr., P.E. STAFF IN ATTENDANCE:
Ron Freeland, Executive Secretary Jay Ayd Greg Brown Marcus Brown Randy Brown David Chapin Donna Dean Deb Donohue Keith Duerling Geoff Kolberg Dan McMullen Cheryl Sparks Steve Welkos Alison Williams Leif Dormsjo, Chief of Staff, Maryland Department of Transportation Peter Kessenich, Public Financial Management Melinda Peters, Director, Office of the Intercounty Connector, SHA Paul Shelton, McKennon, Shelton, & Henn, LLP Jamie Traudt, Davenport and Co. Ron Marino, Citi Group Carville ~ o l l i n sDLA Piper Rudnick Gray Cary US , LLP Bill Bodenstein, Conference Reporting Service Joe Dunston, Motorola, Inc. Bruce Fryer, Motorola, Inc. W. Preston Davis, P.E., Alpha Corporation

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CLOSED SESSION APRIL 25, 2007 PAGE 2 Chairman Porcari called the meeting of the Maryland Transportation Authority to order at 9:10 a.m. At 9:13 a.m., motion was made by Ms. Hoblitzell, seconded by Ms. Affleck Bauer and unanimously approved to move into Closed Session, pursuant to Section 10-508 (a) of the State Government Article of the Annotated Code of Maryland: (5) to consider the investment of public funds (Intercounty Connector project funding); (6) to consider the marketing of public securities (Intercounty Connector project funding); (7) to consult with counsel to obtain legal advice (Intercounty Connector litigation and Chesapeake Bay Bridge Claim); (8) to consult with staff, consultants, or other individuals about pending and potential litigation (Intercounty Connector litigation and Chesapeake Bay . Bridge Claim); and (10) to discuss public security, because the Authority determined that public discussion would constitute a risk to the public security, including: (i) the deployment of fire, police and services and staff; and (ii) the development and implementation of emergency plans (Authority Security and Police update). ACTION TAKEN DURING CLOSED SESSION The following action was taken during the Closed Session:

Upon motion by Ms. Hoblitzell and seconded by Ms. Rieg, members unanimously voted to approve a settlement proposal regarding claims involving this contract. At 10:33 a.m., members unanimously approved to return to Open Session, upon motion by Ms. Affleck Bauer and seconded by Ms. Rieg. RATIFICATION OF ACTION TAKEN DURING CLOSED SESSION Upon motion by Mr. Woodford and seconded by Ms. Rieg, members unanimously ratified the above-recorded action taken in Closed Session. There being no further business, the meeting of the Maryland Transportation Authority was adjourned by general consensus, without objection, at 11:18 a.m. The next meeting of the Maryland Transportation Wednesday, May 30, 2007 at 9:00 a.m., in the Headquarters Building.

MARYLAND TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY AUTHORITY MEETING TUESDAY, MAY 22,2007 CLOSED SESSION
MEMBERS IN ATTENDANCE John D. Porcari, Chairman Susan Affleck Bauer, Esquire Louise D. Hoblitzell Carolyn Y.Peoples Carol D. Rieg Walter E, Woodford, Jr., P.E. Ron Freeland, Executive Secretary David Chapin Donna Dean Deborah Donohue Steve Welkos Alison Williams Ed, CitiGsoup (via phone) Ron Marino, Citi Group (via phone) Evan Levine, Citi Group (via phone) Peter Kessenich, Public Financial Management (via phone) Jamie Traudt, Davenport and Co. PauI Shelton, McKennon, Shelton and Glenn LLC

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Chairman Porcai called the meeting of the Maryland Transportation Authority to order at 11:35 a.m. At 11:37 a.m. motion was made by Mr. Woodford, seconded by Ms. Rieg and uilanimously approved to move into Closed Session pursuant to Section 10-508 (a) of the State Government Article of the Annotated Code of Maryland: (5) to consider the investment of public funds (Intercounty Connector project funding); and (6) to consider . the marketing of public securities (Intercounty Connector project funding); and (7) to consult with counsel to obtain Ikgal advice (Intercounty Connector).

CLOSED SESSION May 22,2007 Page 2 Mr. Shelton reminded members, staff and others, both present and on the phone that the meeting was being recorded. All consented to the recording. ACTION TAKEN DURING CLOSED SESSION The following actions were taken during the Closed Session: Terms of Sale Upon motion by Ms. Hoblitzell and seconded by Ms. Rieg, the terms of the GARVEE bond sale were unanimously approved, the Chairman concurring.
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Resolution 07-07

Upon motion by Mr. Woodford and seconded by Ms. Hoblitzell, Resolution 0707, for the approval of the issuance of the bonds and approval of the final documents, was unanimously approved, the Chairman concurring. Bond Purchase Agreement Upon motion by Ms. Rieg and seconded by Ms. Hoblitzell, members unalilnously approved authority for the Executive Secretary to sign the bond purchase agreement. by At 1158 a.m., upon motio~l Ms. Hoblitzell and seconded by Ms. Rieg, members unanimously approved to return to Open Session, the Chairman coacurring. RATIFICATION OF ACTION TAKEN DURING CLOSED SESSION Upon motion by Ms. Hoblitzell and secoilded by Mr. Woodford, members una11imousIy ratified the above-recorded actions taken in Closed Session, the Chairinan concursing. There being no fi~rther business, the meeting of the ~ a r ~ l b Transpol-tation nd Authority was adjdurned by general

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MARYLAND TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY AUTHORITY MEETING WEDNESDAY, MAY 30,2007 POINT BREEZE MEMBERSrCONFERENCE ROOM CLOSED SESSION

MEMBERS IN ATTENDANCE: Beverley Swaim Staley, Acff ng Chair Susan Affleck Bauer Rev, Dr.William C. Calhoun, Sf. Louise P. Hoblitzell Caroiyn Y, Peoples Carol D. Rieg Michael Whitson Walter E, Woodford, Jr., P.E.
STAFF IN ATTENDANCE:

Ron Freelend, Executive Secretary


Jay Ayd Greg Brown

Marcus Brown
David Chapin Sand; Clifford Donna Dean Greg Derwart Deb Donohue Keith Duerling Curt Esposko Patrick Fleming Brucs Gartner David Greene Geoff Kolberg Dan McMullen Dennis Simpson Cheryl Sparks Christina Thompson

Sam Triandos
Steve Welkos Alison Williams Melissa Williams Joe Waggoner
OTHERS IN ATTENDANCE:

Leif Dormsjo, Chief of Staff, Maryland Department of Transportation John Magness, President, Canton Railroad John Zagraiek, Victoria Davis, Theresa Lamboni,

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Michael McCullough, Fraternal Order of Police #34 Michael Hild, Johnson, Miriman, & Thompson Michael Rothenheber, Johnson, Mirmiran, & Thompson Preston Davis, Alpha Corporation Acting Chair Swaim Staley called the meeting of the Maryland Transportation Authority to order at 9:lO a.m. In the absence of the Chairman, concurrence will be required of the Chairman for approval of resolutions.

At 9:11 a.m., motion was made by Ms. Hoblitzell, seconded by Ms.Rieg and unanimously approved to move into Closed Session, pursuant to Section 10508 (a) of the State Government Article of the Annotated Code of Maryland: (5) to consider the investment of public funds (Pride of Balfimore I/ contribution and Canton Development Company investment); and (70) to discuss public security, because the Authority determined that public discussion would constitute a risk to the public security, including: (i) the deployment of fire, police and services and staff; and (ii)the development and implementation of emergency plans (Authority Security and Police update).
ACTIONS TAKEN DURING CLOSED SESSION

The following actions were taken during the Closed Session:

PRlDE OF BALTIMORE II CONTRIBUTION


Upon motion by Ms. Rieg and seconded by Mr. Woodford, members unanimously voted to contribute $164,000 to the Pride o f Baltimore 11 for fiscal year 2007 by reducing the amount payable by the Maryland Port Administration to the Authority under the Seagirt Marine Terminal Operating Agreement by that amount.

CANTON DEVELOPMENT COMPANY INVESTMENT


Upon motion by Ms. Hoblitzell and seconded by Ms. Affleck Bauer, members unanimously consented to the articles of amendment of the Canton Development Company authorizing additional shares by the Canton Development Company and delegated the authority to the Executive Secretary to execute the consent document. Members want to continue to operate the railroad primarily as a service to the Port and to provide the benefit to the Port. This investment will be taken to the Board of Public Works.

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At 9:55 a.m., members unanimously appmved to return to Open Session, upon motion by Mr. Woodford and seconded by Ms. Rieg.

Upon motion by Ms. Hoblitzelt and seconded by Mr.Woodford, members unanimously ratified the above-recorded actions taken in Closed Session, the Acting Chair concurring.
There being no further business, the meeting of the Malyland Transportation Authority was adjourned by general consensus,without objection, at 12:31 p.m.
The next meeting of the Maryland Transportation Authority will be held on Thursday, June 28, 2007 at 9:00 a.m., in the Breeze Headquarters Building.

MARYLAND TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY AUTHORITY MEETING WEDNESDAY, JULY 25,2007 POINT BREEZE MEMBERS' CONFERENCE ROOM CLOSED SESSION
MEMBERS IN ATTENDANCE:

John D. Porcari, Chairman Susan Affleck Bauer Rev. Dr. William C.Calhoun, Sr. Louise D. Hoblitzell Isaac H. Marks, Esquire Carolyn Y. Peoples Carol D. Rieg Michael Whitson Walter E. Woodford, Jr., P.E. Ron Freeland, Executive Secretary Jay Ayd Greg Brown Marcus Brown David Chapin Donna Dean Charles DePriest Greg Derwart Deb Donohue Keith Duerling Curt Esposito Patrick Fleming Alan Garman Vera Hayden Cecilia Hellrung Geoff Kolberg Captain Bradshaw-Lee Joe Lewandowski Jody McCurley Dan McMullen Rufus Meyers Gail Moran Jon Royer Dennis Simpson Cheryl Sparks Sam Triandos Francine Watts Steve Welkos Alison Williams

STAFF IN ATTENDANCE:

CLOSED SESSION JULY 25,2007 PAGE 2

OTHERS IN ATTENDANCE:

Aric Dreher, Cianbro Mark Harris, MDOT Kristen Mahoney, Governor's Office of Crime Control and Prevention Ed Parker, Governor's Office of Crime Control and Prevention Joel Oleinik, Contract Litigation Unit, Office of the Attorney General Dana Reed, Chief, Contract Litigation Unit, Office of the Attorney General Paul Shelton, McKennen, Shelton & Glenn, LLP Jamie Traudt, Davenport and Company

Chairman Porcari called the meeting of the Maryland Transportation Authority to order at 9:00 a.m. At 9:00 a.m., motion was made by Ms. Hoblitzell and seconded by Mr. Marks, with unanimous approval of the members, to move into Closed Session pursuant to Section 10-508 (a) of the State Government Article of the Annotated Code of Maryland to discuss: ( I ) (i) the appointment, employment, assignment, promotion, discipline, demotion, compensation, removal, resignation, or performance evaluation of appointees, employees, or officials over whom it has jurisdiction; (compensation of Authority employees); (6) to consider the marketing of public securities (toll revenue bonds); (7) to consult with counsel to obtain legal advice (contract litigation); (8) to consult with staff, consultants, or other individuals about pending or potential litigation (contract litigation); and (10) to discuss public security, because the Authority determined that public discussion would constitute a risk to the public or to public security, including: (i) the deployment of fire and police services and staff (security and police update and grant funding). ACTIONS TAKEN DURING CLOSED SESSION The following actions were taken during the Closed Session.
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CONTRACT CLAIM

Upon motion by Ms. Hoblitzell, and seconded by Ms. Rieg, members unanimously authorized settlement of the Cianbro contract claim by the Authority. The final details of the agreement must be resolved to the Authority's satisfaction. (Rev. Dr. Calhoun joined the meeting at 9:28 a.m.)

CLOSED SESSION JULY 25,2007 PAGE 3 GRANT FUNDING Upon motion by Mr. Woodford, seconded by Ms. Rieg, members unanimously authorized Chief Brown and Executive Secretary Ron Freeland to proceed with the grant opportunities provided by the federal government for the Maryland Transportation Authority Police, provided that if the grant fundings obligate the Authority, members will be notified. COMPENSATION ISSUES Upon motion from Ms. Hoblitzell, seconded by Mr. Woodford, members unanimously granted approval to proceed with the investigation of compensation incentive programs for the Maryland Transportation Authority Police. CONTRACT CLAIM Upon motion from Rev. Dr. Calhoun and seconded by Ms. Rieg, members unanimously authorized settlement of the ACS State and Local Solutions, Inc. claim by the Authority. The settlement pertains to the loss of toll revenues payable to the Authority. At 10:58 a.m., motion was made by Mr. Woodford and seconded by Ms. Hoblitzell and unanimously approved to move into Open Session. RATIFICATION OF ACTIONS TAKEN DURING CLOSED SESSION Upon motion by Ms. Hoblitzell and seconded by Mr. Woodford, members unanimously ratified the above-recorded actions taken in Closed Session. There being no further business, the meeting of the Maryland Transportation Authority was adjourned by general consensus, without objection at 11:22 a.m. will The next meeting of the Maryland Transportation ~uthdrity be held on Wednesday, August 29, 2007 at the William Preston Lane, Jr. Memorial Bridge Police and Automotive Building conference room.

MARYLAND TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY AUTHORITY MEETING WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 29,2007 BAY BRIDGE POLICEIAUTOMOTIVE BUILDING CONFERENCE ROOM CLOSED SESSION MEMBERS IN ATTENDANCE: Beverley Swaim-Staley, Acting Chair Peter J. Basso Rev. Dr. William C.Calhoun, Sr; . . Louise P. Hoblitzell Richard C. Mike Lewin Isaac H. Marks, Esquire Carolyn Y. Peoples Michael Whitson Walter E. Woodford, Jr., P.E. Ron Freeland, Executive Secretary Jay Ayd Trish Bishoff Greg Brown Marcus Brown David Chapin Donna Dean Greg Derwart Deb Donohue, Esquire Keith Duerling Patrick Fleming Bruce Gartner Doug Hutcheson Geoff Kolberg Dan McMullen Cheryl Sparks Christina Thompson Sam Triandos Alison Williams Leif Dormsjo, Chief of Staff, Maryland Department of Transportation Joe Mason, Davenport and Con-qany Paul Shelton, McKennon, Shelton & Glenn, LLC

STAFF IN ATTENDANCE:

OTHERS IN ATTENDANCE:

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Acting Chair Swaim-Staley called the meeting of the Maryland Transportation Authority to order at 9:10 a.m. In the absence of the Chairman, concurrence will be required of the Chairman for the approval of the resolution, Messrs. Peter "Jack" Basso and Richard C. "Mike" Lewin were introduced by Acting Chair Swaim-Staley and welcomed as new Authority members, At 9:18 a.m., motion was made by Rev. Dr. William Calhoun and seconded by Mr. Marks,with unanimous approval of the members, to move into Closed Session pursuant to Section 10-508 (a) of the State Government Article of the Annotated Code of Maryland: (6) to consider the marketing of public securities (toll revenue bonds); and (10) to discuss public security, because the Authority determined that public discussion would constitute a risk to the public or to public security, including: (i) the deployment of fire and police services and staff (security and police update). At 9:46 a.m., motion was made by Ms. Peoples and seconded by Mr. Marks and unanimously approved to move into Open Session. There being no further business, the meeting of the Maryland Transportation Authority was adjourned by general consensus, without objection, at 10:40 a.m. The next meeting of the Maryland Transportation Authority will be held on Wednesday, September 26, 2007 in the conference room complex at 9:00 am.

MARYLAND TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 12,2007 POINT BREEZE FACILITY EXECUTIVE CONFERENCE ROOM CLOSED SESSION MEMBERS IN ATTENDANCE: ALL VIA TELEPHONE

Beverley Swaim-Staley, Acting Chair Peter J. Basso Rev. Dr. William C. Calhoun, Sr. Louise P. Hoblitzell Richard C. Mike Lewin Carolyn Y. Peoples Michael J. Whitson Walter E. Woodford, Jr., P.E. Isaac H. Marks, Sr., Esq. Ron Freeland, Executive Secretary David Chapin Deb Donohue Allen Garmen Dan McMullen Alison Williams Jamie Traudt, Davenport & Co. Paul Shelton, McKennon Shelton & Henn LLP

MEMBERS ABSENT: STAFF IN ATTENDANCE:

OTHERS IN ATTENDANCE:

At 12:33 p.m., Acting Chair Beverley Swaim-Staley called to order the meeting of the Maryland Transportation Authority, upon motion by Ms. Hoblitzell and seconded by Mr. Woodford, and unanimously approved. In the absence of the Chairman, concurrence will be required of the Chairman for the approval of the resolution. At 12:34 p.m., motion was made by Reverend Calhoun and seconded by Mr. Whitson, and unanimously approved to move into Closed Session, pursuant to Section, 10-508 (a) of the State Government Article of the Annotated Code of Maryland: (6) to consider the marketing of public securities (toll revenue bonds).
ACTIONS TAKEN DURING CLOSED SESSION

The following actions were taken during the Closed Session: .

CLOSED SESSION SEPTEMBER 12,2007 PAGE 2 Toll Revenue Bond Bids Award

Upon motion by Reverend Calhoun and seconded by Ms. Hoblitzell, members unanimously approved awarding the sale of the $300,000,000 Maryland Transportation Authority Transportation Facilities Projects Revenue Bonds, Series 2007 to Goldman, Sachs & Co. at a true interest cost of 4.567, with a premium of $1,311,133.60, in accordance with the bid.
Resolution 07-09

Upon motion by Mr. Woodford and seconded by Ms. Hoblitzell, Resolution 07-09, for the approval of the issuance of the bonds and approval of the final documents, was unanimously approved. There being no further business, the meeting of the Maryland Transportation Authority adjourned at 12:45 p.m. by general consensus, without objection. The next meeting of the Maryland Transportation Authority will be held on Wednesday, September 26, 2007 at 9:00 a.m., in the Suite the Point Breeze facility. Concurred:

MARYLAND TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY AUTHORITY MEETING TUESDAY NOVEMBER 20,2007 POINT BREEZE MEMBERS' CONFERENCE ROOM CLOSED SESSION MEMBERS IN ATTENDANCE: John D. Porcari, Chairman P. Jack Basso Rev. Dr. William C. Calhoun, Sr. Louise P. Hoblitzell Richard C. Mike Lewin Isaac H.Marks, Sr., Esquire Carolyn Y. Peoples Michael J. Whitson Walter E. Woodford, Jr., P.E. STAFF IN ATTENDANCE:
Ron Freeland, Executive Secretary Suhair Alkhatib Greg Brown Marcus Brown David Chapin Sandra Clifford, Esquire Donna Dean Gloria Dolan Deb Donohue, Esquire Keith Duerling Curt Esposito Bruce Gartner Richard Jaramillo Robert Jordan Geoffrey Kolberg Dave Roehmer Rufus Meyers, Esquire Dennis Simpson Cheryl Sparks Chris Thompson Sam Triandos Alison Williams Jim Crawford, Executive Director, IAG Leif Dormsjo, Chief of Staff, Maryland Department of Transportation Bob Gay, Director of Procurement, State Highway Administration

OTHERS IN ATTENDANCE:

CLOSED SESSION NOVEMBER 20,2007 PAGE TWO John Gilmgre, Sub-contracting Coordinator, Cherry Hill Construction Ed Harris, Principal Counsel, State Highway Administration Joe Mason, Vice-President, Davenport and Company Neil Pedersen, Administrator, State Highway Administration Melinda Peters, Director, Office of the ICC, State Highway Administration Chairman Porcari called the meeting of the Maryland Transportation Authority to order at 9:00 a.m. At 9:04 a.m., motion was made by Mr. Whitson and seconded by Mr. Basso, with unanimous approval of the members, to move into Closed Session _ ^.._ .. --- .---- . pursuant to Secfron 'ICT-5O'ET'~~-~fh%eStit'6eG6VG~i~~~icleofthe~nn~tated Code of Maryland to: (8) to consult with staff, consultants,'or other individuals about pending or potential litigation (ICC project); (10) to discuss public security, because the Authority determined that public discussion would constitute a risk to the public or to public security, including: (i)the deployment of fire and police services and staff (security and police update); and (14) before a contract is awarded or bids are opened, discuss a matter directly related to a negotiating ~. . strategy or the contents of a bid or proposal, if public discussion or disclosure would adversely impact the ability of the public body to participate in the competitive bidding or proposal process (ICC Project).
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(At 9 0 8 a.m., Mr. Marks arrived at the meeting). (At 9:11 a.m., Rev. Dr. Calhoun arrived at the meeting). ACTIONS TAKEN DURING CLOSED SESSION The following action was taken during Closed Session:
Inter-County Connector (ICC) Contract C

Upon motion by Mr. Woodford and seconded by Ms. Hoblitzell, members unanimously approved the execution of Contract C by the State Highway Administration for the Inter-County Connector (ICC) in the amount of $513,90,000 and accepted assignment of the contract.

CLOSED SESSION NOVEMBER 20,2007 PAGE THREE At 9 5 0 a.m., motion was made by Rev. Dr. Calhoun, seconded by Mr., Basso and unanimously approved, to return to Open Session. RATIFICATION OF ACTION TAKEN DURING CLOSED SESSION Upon motion by Mr. Woodford and seconded by Ms. Hoblitzell, members unanimously ratified the above-recorded action taken in Closed Session. (Mr. Lewin excused himself from the meeting at 10:30 a.m.). At 10:50 a.m., motion was made by Mr. Whitson and seconded by Rev. Dr. Calhoun, with unanimous approval of the members, to return to Closed Session pursuant to Section 10-508 (a) of the State Government Article of the Annotated Code of Maryland to: (6) to consider the marketing of public securities (ICC Project). ACTION TAKEN DURING CLOSED SESSION No action was taken during Closed Session. At 11:06 a.m., motion was made by Mr. Woodford and seconded by Ms. Hoblitzell, and unanimously approved to return to Open Session. There being no further business, the meeting of the Maryland Transportation Authority was adjourned, by general consensus, without objection, upon motion by Mr. Woodford and seconded by Ms. Hoblitzell, at 11:30 a.m. The next meeting of the Maryland Transportation Authority will be held on Wednesday, December 19, 2007 at 9:00 a.m. in the Stanton Room of The'World Trade Center.

MARYLAND TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY AUTHORITY MEETING WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 19,2007 WORLD TRADE CENTER - STANTON ROOM CLOSED SESSION MEMBERS IN ATTENDANCE:

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John D. Porcari, Chairman P. Jack Basso Rev. Dr. William C. Calhoun, Sr. Louise P. Hoblitzell Richard C. Mike Lewin (via telephone) Isaac W. Marks, Sr., Esquire Michael J. Whitson Walter E. Woodford, Jr., P.E. Carolyn Y. Peoples Ron Freeland, Executive Secretary Trish Bishoff Greg Brown Marcus Brown David Chapin Donna Dean Deb Donohue, Esquire Keith Duerling Curt Esposito Corpora! Jason Gray David Greene Doug Hutcheson Greg Jones Geoffrey Kolberg Daniel F. McMullen, Ill Dennis Simpson Cheryl Sparks Chris Thompson Sam Triandos Alison Williams Dwayne M. Dietrich, Cherry Hill Construction,

MEMBERS ABSENT:
STAFF IN ATTENDANCE:

OTHERS IN ATTENDANCE:

Inc.
Leif Dormsjo, Chief of Staff, Maryland Department of Transportation

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John Magness, President, Canton + Development Company Joe Mason, Vice-President, Davenport and Company Richard Melin, Cherry Hill Construction, Inc. Matt Sargalis, Cherry Hill Construction, lnc. Paul Shelton, McKennon, Shelton and Henn LLC Chairman Porcari called the meeting of the Maryland Transportation Authority to order at 9:43 a.m.
At 9:44 a.m., motion was made by Ms. Hoblitzell and seconded by Mr. Woodford, with unanimous approval of the members, to move into Closed Session pursuant to Section 10-508 (a) of the State Government Article of the Annotated Code of Maryland to: (1) discuss the appointment, employment, assignment, promotion, discipline, demotion, compensation, removal, . resignation, or performance evaluation of appointees, employees, or officials over whom it has jurisdiction; or any other personnel matter that affects one or more specific individuals (police incentives); (6) to consider the marketing of public securities (JCC Project); (10) to discuss public security, because the Authority determined that public discussion would constitute a risk to the public or to public security, including: (i) the deployment of fire and police services and staff (security and police update); and (14) before a contract is awarded or bids are opened, discuss a matter directly related to a negotiating strategy or the contents of a bid or proposal, if public discussion or disclosure would adversely impact the ability of the public body to participate in the competitive bidding or proposal process (travel plazas).

ACTIONS TAKEN DURING CLOSED SESSION


The following actions were taken during Closed Session:
U ~ d a t e Bond Schedule and Financial Forecast Summan, on

Upon motion by Mr. Basso and seconded by Ms. Hoblitzell, members unanimously approved the recommended schedule for issuing debt for Authority projects.
Travel Plaza Redevelopment Proiect

Upon motion by Ms. Hoblitzell and seconded by Mr. ~ a l ' k s members ;

CLOSED SESSION DECEMBER 19,2007 PAGE 3

unanimously approved proceeding with "gap contracts" for the continued operations of the Travel Plazas during the solicitation of a new Design-BuildOperate-Maintain-Finance (DBOM-F) redevelopment contract.. Upon motion by Mr. Woodford and seconded by Rev. Dr.Calhoun, members unanimously authorized the Executive Secretary to negotiate the gap contracts. Upon motion by Ms. Hoblitzell and seconded by Rev. Dr. Calhoun, members unanimously approved the development of two-year gap contracts with a one-year option for all five travel plaza contracts.
At 10:28 a.m., motion was made by Ms. Hoblitzell and seconded by Mr. Marks and unanimously approved, to return to Open Session.

RATIFICATION OF ACTIONS TAKEN DURING CLOSED SESSION Upon motion by Ms. Hoblitzell and seconded by Rev. Dr. Calhoun, members unanimously ratified the above-recorded actions taken in Closed Session. (At 10:29 a.m., Mr. Marks'left the meeting).
(At 10:32 a.m., Mr. Marks returned to the meeting)

There being no further business, the meeting of the Maryland Transportation Authority adjourned, by general consensus, without objection, at 1036 a.m., upon motion by Ms.Hoblitzell and seconded by Mr. Basso. The next meeting of the Maryland Thursday, January 10, 2008 in the Complex. tion Authority will be held on ce room of the Point Breeze

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