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Grant Application for Nine New ADA-Accessible Paratransit Vehicles

Original title: MOTION TO ADOPT Resolution authorizing the County Administrator or the Director of the Transportation Department to submit a grant application to the Florida Department of Transportation for $1,022,656 in federal and state grant program funds for State Fiscal Year 2025 pursuant to 49 U.S.C. Section 5310, to be used in conjunction with a 10% local match ($113,630) for the purchase of nine ADA-accessible transit vehicles for Paratransit Services, each valued at $126,254, to approve and execute any required grant agreement, subject to review and approval for legal sufficiency by the Office of the County Attorney; and authorizing the County Administrator to take all administrative and budgetary actions to accept the grant funding and implement same.

April 14, 2026

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The Frame

What this does

This resolution authorizes the acquisition of nine specialized transit vehicles for residents who rely on Paratransit Services, funded by a mix of $1,022,656 in external grants and $113,630 in local county funds.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Paratransit service users

These residents will have access to nine new ADA-accessible vehicles for their transportation needs.

County taxpayers

County funds in the amount of $113,630 are allocated as a local match for the grant.

What changed

Last recorded activity April 14, 2026.

What's next

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Summary

The County is seeking $1,022,656 in state and federal grant funding to purchase nine new vehicles for Paratransit Services. The project requires a ing contribution of $113,630 to complete the total purchase.

Key Facts

  • The County is applying for $1,022,656 in federal and state grant funds for State Fiscal Year 2025.
  • The project requires a 10% local match of $113,630.
  • The total project involves the purchase of nine ADA-accessible transit vehicles.
  • Each vehicle is valued at $126,254.
  • The County Administrator or the Director of the Transportation Department is authorized to submit the application.
  • The County Administrator is authorized to execute the grant agreement and perform all necessary budgetary actions.
  • All grant agreements are subject to legal review by the Office of the County Attorney.
  • The funding is specifically designated for Paratransit Services.

Why It Matters

This resolution authorizes the acquisition of nine specialized transit vehicles for residents who rely on Paratransit Services, funded by a mix of $1,022,656 in external grants and $113,630 in local county funds.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are these vehicles used for?
The vehicles are for Paratransit Services, which provide transportation for individuals with disabilities.
How much of the cost is covered by the local county budget?
The county is responsible for a 10% , totaling $113,630.

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financial connection100% confidence

Grant Leverage Ratio

The county is leveraging $1,022,656 in external funds by committing $113,630, representing a 9:1 funding ratio.

Connected Entities

personDirector of the Transportation DepartmentAuthorized to submit applicationMap →
organizationOffice of the County AttorneyResponsible for legal review of agreementsMap →
other49 U.S.C. Section 5310Federal statute governing the grant programMap →
personCounty AdministratorAuthorized to submit application and manage fundsMap →
organizationFlorida Department of TransportationGrant providerMap →

Sources

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webapi.legistar.com

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