Agenda - 09-01-20; 5-a - NCDOT Public Transportation Division Public Transportation – 5307 Urbanized Area Formula Grant Applications for FY2021

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2 FINANCIAL IMPACT: The department will utilize currently available carryover funds from Article 43 Transit Tax proceeds to cover the required local match, and will propose the allocation of these funds in a future Budget Amendment for consideration by the Board of Commissioners. SOCIAL JUSTICE IMPACT: The following Orange County Social Justice Goals are applicable to this item. • GOAL: FOSTER A COMMUNITY CULTURE THAT REJECTS OPPRESSION AND INEQUITY The fair treatment and meaningful involvement of all people regardless of race or color; religious or philosophical beliefs; sex, gender or sexual orientation; national origin or ethnic background; age; military service; disability; and familial, residential, or economic status. • GOAL: ENSURE ECONOMIC SELF-SUFFICIENCY The creation and preservation of infrastructure, policies, programs, and funding necessary for residents to provide shelter, food, clothing, and medical care for themselves and their dependents. OCTS provides opportunities for access to jobs and services to many individuals. The 5307 Grant provides Orange County access to funds to support its urban transportation infrastructure that promotes economic self-sufficiency to a wide range of residents and locations. The funds additionally support a system that enhances the access of residents in the non-urbanized areas to health care, shopping, education, employment, public services, and recreation. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT: The following Orange County Environmental Responsibility Goal impact is applicable to this item: • CLEAN OR AVOIDED TRANSPORTATION Implement programs that monitor and improve local and regional air quality by: 1) promoting public transportation options; 2) decreasing dependence on single-occupancy vehicles, and 3) otherwise minimizing the need for travel. The 5307 Grant provides Orange County access to funds to support its urban transportation infrastructure that promotes the use of clean diesel and alternative-fueled vehicles. Which results in reduced carbon emissions in high density and at-risk populations? RECOMMENDATION(S): The Manager recommends that the Board: 1. Conduct a public hearing to receive public comments on the proposed grant application; 2. Close the public hearing; 3. Approve the Urbanized Area Formula Grant application for FY2021 in the total amount of $580,654 with a local match total of $290,327 to be provided when necessary; 4. Approve and authorize the Chair to sign the Local Share Certification for Funding form; and 5. Authorize the County Attorney to review and complete the necessary 2021 certifications and assurances when they are received (2020 versions attached as examples).