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Resolution for Regional Transit System (RTS) Program of Projects (POP) FY 2014 (B)
This item is a request to adopt a Resolution authorizing the filing of an application with the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) and Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT).
Explanation
In order to remain eligible for federal and state funding, the Regional Transit System (RTS) is required annually to submit a Program of Projects (POP) to the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) and a budget application for capital and operating projects to the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT). The budget application requires notice to the public for their comments. The POP was presented to the RTS Advisory Board on March 26, 2014, and was published in the Gainesville Sun on April 3, 2014, and the Guardian on April 6, 2014. Citizens will also be able to comment at a public hearing during the City Commission meeting on April 17, 2014.
Fiscal Note
The costs for the Program of Project of $5,700,878 are included in the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) approved by the Metropolitan Transportation Planning Organization (MTPO).
Recommendation
The City Commission adopt the Resolution.