Title
Resolution for 5339 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 5339 Grant to purchase four (4) 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 a replacement van. 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 language, in the format approved by their attorney, and be adopted within 30 days of the application due date which is December 12, 2014. RTS is requesting that the City Commission adopt the Resolution allowing the application to go forward to apply for a much needed paratransit van to maintain the paratransit fleet.
Fiscal Note
RTS will use capital replacement funds received from MV Transportation for use of city owned vehicles as match money to obtain the federal funds to purchase the needed vehicle. Funds are available in the RTS FY15 budget.
Recommendation
The City Commission adopt the Resolution.