Title
Resolution for 5310 Grant Application (B)
This item is a request for the City Commission to adopt a Resolution to allow the Regional Transit System (RTS) to apply for a 5310 Grant to purchase a paratransit van to provide ADA service to the disabled citizens of Gainesville.
Explanation
Federal funds are available yearly through the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) to purchase a paratransit vehicle. Previously, FDOT accepted generic resolutions adopted by the City Commission authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute and file applications for such grants, but this is no longer sufficient. Resolutions are now required to have specific verbiage in the format approved by FDOT's attorney and be adopted within 30 days of the application due date which is January 14, 2011. RTS requests that the City Commission adopt the Resolution allowing the application for a much needed paratransit vehicle to go forward.
Fiscal Note
RTS charges MV Transportation a monthly capital replacement fee. These funds are used as the local match when applying for grant vehicles.
Recommendation
The City Commission adopt the Resolution.