Text shown on the article (left) by Nate Minor on Colorado Public Radio, September, 2020:
Along with pulling from reserves, cuts to pay and benefits are a key way the agency will try to balance its books. The exact percentage of salaries that will be cut will firm up in the coming weeks. Staff suggested a 5 percent reduction for employees with salaries over $180,000 a year. Board member Natalie Menten, a fiscal hawk, put forth a plan that would cut pay by 18 percent at the top tier.
“This plan to reduce at a higher level is justified. It’s in the best interest of the riders. It’s in the best interest of the district. Ans I don’t think it’s too harsh,” Menten said of her proposal.
Before and after my my two terms elected to the Regional Transportation District (RTD), I strongly believe the large agency needs serious changes and requires more oversight.
Text shown on the article (left) by Andy Kenney on Colorado Public Radio, April, 2024:
Former RTD member Natalie Menten opposes the bill, but said the agency does need reform. With so many directors covering such a large area, it was difficult to convince the board to make smart financial decisions, she said.