Political Quotes

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and honor the tremendous work and lasting contributions made by Carm Basile, CEO of the Capital District Transportation Authority, as he retires from a 43- year career connecting our capital region communities. Starting at CDTA as a transportation planner in 1981, Carm steadily moved up the ranks with his signature determination to improve the lives of those he served. Through trials and tribulations, pandemic and recovery, Carm has spent the past 15 years growing and strengthening the Authority in his role as CEO. From developing bus rapid transit lines, to starting Albany's first bike share program, to expanding services into Montgomery County, Carm has steadily guided CDTA into the 21st century. As Carm moves into the next chapter of his life, I thank him for keeping our capital region moving and moving forward. I pass on congratulations of the entire 20th District to Carm for a well-earned retirement. We wish him well. ____________________”