Comparative Analysis of the Roles, Operations and Functions of the MARTA (Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority) and Dade County Boards of Directors

摘要

This comparative analysis study examines the roles, functions, and decision-making processes of the Boards of Directors of the Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) and the Dade County Transportation Administration (DCTA) in order to determine the impact of internal and external factors on policy making in their agencies. Case studies are provided of the Boards' decision-making in the areas of citizen participation mechanisms, Affirmative Action and Minority Business Enterprise policy, fare increases, route priorities, and intergovernmental relation strategies. The study evaluates the Boards' abilities to handle these issues. Policy recommendations to enhance the operations of both MARTA and DCTA policy making bodies are included.