Title
Low Carbon Transit Operations Program Recommendations for Fiscal Year 2016-17 Funds
Overview
Funding recommendations are presented for the Low Carbon Transit Operations Program for fiscal year 2016-17 funds that will promote transit ridership growth and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. This program is part of the state Cap-and-Trade Program.
Recommendation(s)
A. Approve the use of fiscal year 2016-17 Low Carbon Transit Operations Program funding, currently estimated to be $1.7 million, for a fare adjustment program and for the purchase and installation of three-position bike racks on buses and spares, both intended to increase bus system ridership.
B. Approve Resolution 2017-002, consistent with the Low Carbon Transit Operations Program Guidelines.
C. Authorize staff to make all necessary amendments to the Federal Transportation Improvement Program, as well as execute any necessary agreements to facilitate the above recommendations.