BJCTA Announces New Board Leadership

Ken King named Chair, LaShunda Baldwin Vice-Chair and Sam Parker Secretary

Ken King, Chair

LaShunda Baldwin, Vice-Chair

Sam Parker, Secretary 

The Birmingham-Jefferson County Transit Authority (BJCTA) is pleased to announce new leadership for its Board of Directors, with Ken King serving as Chair, LaShunda Baldwin as Vice-Chair and Sam Parker as Secretary.

The new officers represent communities and stakeholders from across the Birmingham-Jefferson County region:

• Ken King, Chair — Appointed by the City of Hoover

• LaShunda Baldwin, Vice-Chair — Appointed by the City of Birmingham

• Sam Parker, Secretary — Appointed by the Jefferson County Commission

The leadership appointments reflect BJCTA’s continued commitment to regional collaboration and strong governance as the Authority advances initiatives focused on improving mobility, enhancing the rider experience and strengthening connections throughout the communities it serves.

“We welcome Chair King, Vice-Chair Baldwin and Secretary Parker into their new leadership roles and look forward to working alongside them as we continue moving BJCTA forward,” said Charlotte Shaw, Executive Director and CEO of BJCTA. “Their perspectives and commitment to public service will be valuable as we build upon the progress we have made and continue working toward a more connected, accessible and innovative transit system for our region.”

BJCTA’s Board of Directors provides governance, policy oversight and strategic direction for the Authority. Board members represent BJCTA’s participating municipalities and Jefferson County, helping ensure the agency remains responsive to the transportation needs of the communities it serves.

King, Baldwin and Parker will serve alongside fellow Board members Katie Dumais, Patricia Todd, Michelle Inman, Willie S. Davis III, Walter Jones and Michael Fliegel.

The leadership transition comes during a period of continued growth and modernization for BJCTA, including investments in technology, infrastructure, service delivery and regional mobility designed to strengthen public transportation throughout Birmingham and Jefferson County.

For more information about BJCTA’s Board of Directors, visit MAX Transit’s Board Information page.

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BJCTA Announces Appointment of New Board of Directors Officers

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. —The Birmingham-Jefferson County Transit Authority (BJCTA) is pleased to announce the appointment of new officers to its Board of Directors, marking a continued commitment to strong governance, strategic leadership, and enhanced public transit service across Jefferson County.

The newly appointed board members represent the Cities of Birmingham, Homewood, and Hoover and bring diverse expertise in public service, policy, and community leadership.

The newly appointed officers include:

• Chair: Willie S. Davis III, Appointed by the City of Birmingham
• Vice Chair: Patricia Todd, Appointed by the City of Birmingham
• Secretary: Michelle Inman, Appointed by the City of Birmingham

These leadership roles are instrumental in guiding the Board’s oversight of BJCTA’s operations, policies, and long-term vision, ensuring that the Authority continues to deliver safe, reliable, and innovative transportation solutions for the community.

“Strong board leadership is essential to advancing our mission and delivering meaningful impact across the communities we serve.” said Executive Director & CEO, Charlotte Shaw. “I am confident that this group of officers will help guide BJCTA into its next phase of innovation, growth, and enhanced service for our riders.”

BJCTA MAX Transit’s Board of Directors plays a critical role in governance, policy oversight, and strategic direction, ensuring the Authority remains responsive to the evolving transportation needs of the Birmingham metropolitan area.

The Authority looks forward to the leadership and insight these board members will provide as BJCTA advances initiatives focused on service reliability, innovation, and rider experience.

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The newly appointed board members represent the Cities of Birmingham, Homewood, and Hoover and bring diverse expertise in public service, policy, and community leadership.

New Board Appointments Include:

City of Birmingham

“These appointments reflect the continued partnership between BJCTA and our municipal stakeholders,” said Executive Director & CEO, Charlotte Shaw. “Each of these leaders brings valuable perspective and experience that will help guide BJCTA as we continue to enhance mobility, equity, and access for the communities we serve.”

BJCTA MAX Transit’s Board of Directors plays a critical role in governance, policy oversight, and strategic direction, ensuring the Authority remains responsive to the evolving transportation needs of the Birmingham metropolitan area.

The Authority looks forward to the leadership and insight these board members will provide as BJCTA advances initiatives focused on service reliability, innovation, and rider experience

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It also honors her ability to lead with both strength and empathy-building systems, securing major investments, and driving a culture of equity, resilience, and innovation.

With more than 26 years of industry experience, Deputy Walker brings exceptional expertise in people operations, grant management, compliance, strategic planning, and financial oversight to her role at BJCTA. Her visionary approach and dedication have been instrumental in advancing the agency’s mission of connecting people to places.

Prior to her current position, Deputy Walker served as Chief of Staff, where she cultivated a culture of accountability and excellence throughout the organization.

Deputy Walker will be formally recognized at the 2025 BBJ Women’s Summit, scheduled for Friday, September 26 at 8 a.m. in the East Ballroom of the BJCC.

Tickets for the event are now available: https://bit.ly/3Ig5SEh

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The meeting will focus on changes upcoming in May to routes 7, 48, 5, 14, 6 and the Magic City Connector:

● Routes 5 (Ensley Wylam) and 14 (Idlewild-Palisades) will run together.
● The end of the line for Route 6( Pratt Ensley) will now be at Avenue F and 19th Street.
● Route 14 will be rerouted out of the Idlewild Circle neighbourhood.
● Route 6 and 40 (Fairmont) will also run together.
● The Magic City Connector will be rerouted to Central Station.
● Time points will change on Route 25 (Centerpoint).
● Routes 7 (Fairfield) and 48 (South Powderly) will be converted to MAX On-Demand’s microtransit service.

MAX’s Planning team will be on-hand to answer any questions or address concerns during the community meeting.Can’t make it?

MAX’s Customer Experience team will also be attending the Powderly neighborhood association meeting Monday, April 14.

More community meetings will be scheduled in the future before the changes are implemented on May 19.

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Her win and advancement to the national competition also reflect BJCTA’s commitment to excellence and providing riders with a safe journey through the Birmingham-Jefferson County area.

The National Roadeo Competition will take place on June 1 in San Diego.

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Tevarius’s dedication and hard work have resulted in numerous achievements that have significantly improved our organization’s customer experience:

● Established a Customer Experience Ambassador program, increasing customer engagement and service accountability.
● Implemented a New Rider Code of Conduct and launched the Max University program.
● Increased partnerships with schools and local organizations, including a close collaboration with Birmingham City Schools to boost transit.
● Improved our customer feedback process and response times.
● Successfully cross-trained the entire Customer Care team.
● Enhanced our Quality Assurance program to ensure top-notch customer service.
● Updated our training program and planned new training initiatives for this year.
● Partnered with Ecolane to improve operational efficiency.
● Increased community engagement through various initiatives such as Community Meetings and Max Foundation events.
● Boosted customer engagement at Transit Centers and Central Station.

These accomplishments, along with receiving the Outstanding Job Performance (Growth) award in 2024, highlight Tevarius’s exceptional contributions to BJCTA. In his new role, Tevarius will continue to lead our customer experience initiatives, focusing on innovative strategies to enhance our service quality and customer satisfaction. We are confident that his leadership will continue to drive our organization towards even greater success in customer experience.

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