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ORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS ACTION AGENDA ITEM ABSTRACT Meeting Date: January 24, 2012 Action Agenda Item No. ~ - b SUBJECT: North Carolina Community Transportation Program (CTP) Administrative Grant Application for FY 2012/2013 DEPARTMENT: Planning/Transportation PUBLIC HEARING: (Y/N) Yes ATTACHMENT(S): INFORMATION CONTACT: 1. Community Transportation Program AI Terry, 245-2008 Resolution, Certifications and Craig Benedict, 245-2575 Assurances 2. Public Hearing Notice PURPOSE: To conduct an annual public hearing on the North Carolina Community Transportation Program (CTP) grant application by Orange County Public Transportation (OPT) for FY 2012/2013, approve the grant application that includes adopting a resolution authorizing the applicant to enter into an agreement with North Carolina Department of Transportation, and authorize the County Attorney to complete the necessary certifications and assurances. BACKGROUND: Each year, North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT), Public Transportation Division accepts requests for administrative needs for county operated community transportation programs. Orange Public Transportation (OPT) is eligible to make application for administrative funding. The current year (FY 2011/2012) approved application is $185,449. The total CTP funding request for FY 2012/2013 is $185,897 for administration and no additional funds for capital items. Administrative funds will continue to be used to support overall transit systems management and continue to promote general ridership. A public hearing is requested with the opportunity for public discussion and comment before the Board takes action. FINANCIAL IMPACT:. The NCDOT Community Transportation Program Grant requires a 15% local match ($27,885) for administrative funding. The total County match is $27,885 which will be requested in the upcoming County 2012-2013 budget.