Title
Resolution for 5310 Grant Application to Purchase a Paratransit Van to Provide ADA Service to the Disabled Citizens of Gainesville (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 annually through the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) to purchase a paratransit vehicle. FDOT requires that a Resolution be adopted by the City Commission authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute and file applications for such grants. The Resolution must have specific verbiage, in the format approved by the FDOT attorney, and be adopted within 30 days of the application due date which is January 14, 2012. RTS is requesting that the City Commission adopt the Resolution allowing the application to go forward to apply for a much needed paratransit vehicle.
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.