Subject:
Title
Approval Re: Authorizing Resolution, Grant Application, Certifications and Assurances, Execution of Follow-Up Grant Agreement for FY2025/SFY2026 Space Coast Area Transit Section 5310 Formula Grant with the Florida Department of Transportation.
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Fiscal Impact:
FY 2026
$257,725 from Federal Transit Administration, Section 5310 Funds (4135/303225)
$32,216 from Florida Commission for the Transportation Disadvantaged (CTD) Trip and Equipment Grant (4135/303196)
$32,215 from Florida Department of Transportation Toll Revenue Credit Program (no exchange of funds occurs)
Dept/Office:
Transit Services Department
Requested Action:
Recommendation
It is requested that the Board of County Commissioners approve the following actions for the FY2025/SFY2026 Section 5310 Formula Grant for Enhanced Mobility of Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities with the Florida
* Authorize the Chair to sign the Authorizing Resolution
* The use of FDOT Toll Revenue Credits as a local match source
* The use of funds from the Commission for Transportation Disadvantaged (CTD) Trip and Equipment Grant as a local match source
* Authorize the Transit Service Director to execute any additional follow-up Documentation, resolution and amendments necessary to secure these funds
* Authorize the County Manager to execute any necessary budget amendments (BCRs).
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Summary Explanation and Background:
Federal Transit Administration's (FTA) Section 5310, Formula Grant is designed to enhance mobility for seniors and individuals with disabilities by removing barriers to transportation services and expanding transportation mobility options. This program supports transportation services, planned, designed, and carried out to meet the special transportation needs of seniors and individuals with disabilities. FTA distributes the funds to States based on formulas for rural, small urban and large urban areas. States then solicit eligible agencies via a competitive application process.
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