PennTRAIN: Ethics in Transit

Ethics Essentials for Transit Leaders and Boards

March 17, 2026, 1:00–2:30 p.m. ET

Location: Virtual 

This session provides a practical overview of legal and ethical issues facing municipal transit agencies, including how the Public Employee Ethics Act applies to agencies and employees. It covers common ethical risks for transit boards, how to spot problems early, and fiduciary responsibilities for executive directors and financial officers. The session applies to public transit agencies and is designed to help leaders protect their agency, board, and public trust.

Learning Objectives:

• Identify how the Public Employee Ethics Act applies to transit agencies, board members, and employees

• Recognize common ethical risks and warning signs for transit boards before issues escalate

• Clarify fiduciary duties for executive directors and financial officers of public agencies

Speakers: Jill Nagy – Principal, Summers Nagy Law Offices

Audience: Designed for transit agency CEOs, general managers, executive directors, board members, and senior leadership staff.

Cost: Free for PPTA members | $99 for non-members

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