Title
Resolution for 5317 Grant Application (B)
This item is a request to adopt a Resolution to allow the Regional Transit System (RTS) to apply for a 5317 Grant to purchase ADA paratransit trips in the unincorporated area of Gainesville and paratransit vans 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 and replacement vans. In the past, a generic Resolution passed by the City Commission authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute and file applications for such grants was sufficient. FDOT has stated the Resolution must have specific verbiage, in the format approved by their attorney. RTS is requesting that the City Commission pass the Resolution allowing the application to go forward to apply for much needed paratransit trips and paratransit vans to maintain the paratransit fleet.
Fiscal Note
Total project cost is $30,000. RTS will use capital replacement funds received from MV Transportation for use of city owned vehicles as match money to purchase the needed vehicles. Funds in the amount of $15,000 are allocated in the RTS ADA budget to provide the 50% match for the trips.
Recommendation
The City Commission adopt the Resolution.