Subject:
Title
Approval, Re: Authorizing Resolution, Grant Application, Certifications and Assurances, Execution of Follow-Up Grant Agreement for FY2021/SFY2022 Space Coast Area Transit Section 5310 Formula Grant with the Florida Department of Transportation
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Fiscal Impact:
FY 2021
$ 459,103 from Federal Transit Administration, Section 5310 Funds (4136/303XXX)
$ 57,388 from Sale of Surplus Vehicles (4140/R30375)
$ 57,388 from FDOT Toll Revenue Credit (no exchange of funds occur).
Dept/Office:
Transit Services
Requested Action:
Recommendation
It is requested that the Board of County Commissioners approve the following actions for the FY2021/SFY2022 Section 5310 Formula Grant for Enhanced Mobility of Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities with the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) in the amount of $573,878:
• Authorize the Chair to sign the Authorizing Resolution, FDOT Certifications and Assurances and Form 424: Application for Federal Assistance;
• The use of FDOT Toll Revenue Credits;
• The Interim Transit Services Director to sign the Grant Application - Applicant Information, Applicant Eligibility, Grant Application Cover Letter, Transportation Plan Certification, Proposed Budget, Standard Lobbying Certification, Leasing Certification and the Certification of Equivalent Service;
• If necessary, the Interim Transit Services Director to execute and submit the Grant Agreement electronically, contingent upon County Attorney and Risk Management approvals;
• Authorize the Interim Transit Services 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 change requests.
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Summary Explanation and Background:
Federal Transit Administration’s (FTA) Section 5310, Formula Grant for Enhanced Mobility of Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities provides formula funding to states to improve mobility for seniors and individuals with disabilities by removing barriers to transportation service 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. The funds are distributed to states based on formula for rural, small urban and large urban areas.
The 5310 Grant funding will allow us to meet our mission, “To provide quality transportation services that meet the needs of the public and enhances the quality of life of the community.” Transit Services would like to replace two 1,000 gallon above ground gasoline fuel tanks with two 5,000 gallon above ground fuel tanks; one at teach terminal and perform an environmental soil study with regard to damaged concrete at the Cocoa Terminal Fuel Island.
As Transit Services moves towards updating our fleet with less expensive gasoline powered cutaway buses for transportation disadvantaged customers, we are exceeding our gasoline fuel capacity of 1,000 gallons. The larger tanks will not only allow us meet our current service levels but compensate for the expansion of our smaller gasoline powered buses. In addition, our current gasoline fuel tanks are slated to be replaced in FY2022 as outlined in our Federal Transit Administration’s Transit Asset Management Plan to keep our equipment in a state of good repair. The other advantage would be during declared emergencies when fuel deliveries are delayed or cannot be made, this would allow us to continue operations and serve our clients.
While replacing the gasoline fuel tanks, staff would like to evaluate existing soil conditions and with the assistance of a Geotechnical Consultant and Civil Engineer, determine the necessary fill material and compaction requirements needed to replace existing damaged concrete which cover the fuel lines at the Cocoa Terminal.
The total application amount is $573,878; 80% ($459,103) will be funded through the 5310 formula grant, 10% local match ($57,388) will be funded by the County using proceeds received from the sale of Transit surplus vehicles and 10% state match ($57,388) from FDOT Toll Revenue Credit Program.
Clerk to the Board Instructions:
Please have the Chairman sign the Authorizing Resolution, FDOT Certifications and Assurances and Form SF424: Application for Federal Assistance. Return one set and the Board Memo to Transit Services Department.