Title
Resolution for the Regional Transit System (RTS) FY2010 Program of Projects (POP) and FY2007-2008 Performance Measures (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 RTS is required annually to submit a POP to the FTA and a budget application for Capital and Operating projects to the FDOT after seeking public comment. On February 8, 2010, the budget application and RTS Performance Measures for FY2007-FY2008 were published in the Gainesville Sun as required by the FTA. A second meeting notice was advertised on February 16, 2010. A public hearing was held February 23, 2010, and there were no comments from the public.
Fiscal Note
The costs for the POP in the amount of $16,779,755 are included in the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) approved by the Metropolitan Transportation Planning Organization (MTPO).
Recommendation
The City Commission: 1) adopt the Resolution; and 2) approve the POP for FY2010.