Title
Resolution for an Extension to 5317 Joint Participation Agreement (JPA) (B)
This item is a request for the City Commission to adopt a Resolution allowing the Regional Transit System (RTS) to extend a 5317 Joint Participation Agreement to purchase paratransit trips to provide ADA service to the disabled citizens of Gainesville.
Explanation
Federal funds are available through the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) and the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) to purchase paratransit trips. 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 extension to the Joint Participation Agreement for much needed paratransit trips.
Fiscal Note
RTS is using ADA funds approved in the FY2011 budget as match money.
Recommendation
The City Commission adopt the Resolution.