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CALL FOR PROJECTS FOR FUNDING TRANSIT SERVICES FOR FY 2015
The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT), Modal Programs Bureau is now accepting Applications for funding consideration through the Section 5316 Job Access and Reverse Commute (JARC) Program and the Section 5317 New Freedom (NF) Program. These Federal Transit Administration (FTA) programs provide funding for transit related services that assist the state’s population of low income and disabled individuals.
The following organizations are eligible to apply for the Sections 5316 & 5317 programs:
- Private nonprofit organizations
- State or local governmental bodies; and
- Operators of public transportation services, including private operators of public transportation services.
Federal funds administered through ALDOT are only extended to organizations providing transit services in the small urban and rural areas of the State.
Available federal funds for the Section 5316 JARC program are expected to total $1,792,092
for small urban areas and $1,251,841 for the rural areas. Available federal funds for the Section 5317 NF program are expected to total $898,303 for small urban areas and $640,484 for the rural areas.
A 50% local match is required for operating funds and a 20% local match is required for capital and planning funds.
The selection process will be based on the following criteria: statement of need and organizational capacity; project budget and cost effectiveness; coordination and program outreach; implementation plan; and customer service and accessibility. Projects funded through these programs must be derived from a locally regional coordinated transportation plan.
The application package provides specific eligibility requirements, match requirements, and eligible activities. The application and state management plan can be found at http://www.dot.state.al.us/moweb/transit.htm.
Completed grant applications must be submitted to the appropriate Regional Planning Council in the respective geographic areas of the state in which Sections 5316 and/or 5317 transportation services are proposed. Each Regional Planning Council must review grant applications to ensure compliance with federal coordination requirements prior to formal submission to ALDOT. Only those grant applications submitted for funding consideration by the Regional Planning Councils will be considered for funding. The deadline for submissions to the appropriate regional planning council in the respective geographic areas of the state in which Sections 5316 and/or 5317 transportation services are proposed is 5:00 P.M. on May 16, 2014. Applications received after the established deadline will be returned. Postmarked submissions will not be accepted.
After applications are reviewed, prioritized, and approved by ALDOT, applications will be submitted to the FTA Region IV office for funding consideration.
For questions or comments concerning the grant application or if the information is needed in another language contact: Sharon Coats, ALDOT, Modal Programs Bureau, 1100 John Overton Drive, Montgomery, AL 36110; (334) 353-6443 or coatss@dot.state.al.us.
All proposed budgets must be emailed to ALDOT no later than April 18, 2014.
ALDOT does not discriminate against any individual because of race, color, or national origin.
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FY 2013 SECTION 5310 NOTICE OF FUNDING AVAILABILITY
The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT), Modal Programs Bureau, is now accepting Applications for funding consideration through the Elderly Individuals & Individuals with Disabilities (E & D, Section 5310) Program. This Federal Transit Administration (FTA) provides funding for transit related services that assist the state’s population of elderly & disabled individuals.
The following organizations are eligible to submit an application for the Section 5310 program:
- Private nonprofit organizations
- Governmental agencies that provide certifications to ALDOT that transit services furnished by non-profit corporations or associations are not readily available in the area
- Governmental agencies approved by the ALDOT to coordinate transit services for elderly individuals and individuals with disabilities.
The total estimated federal funding available for eligible Section 5310 projects is $2,327,856. A local match of 20% is required for this capital program.
The selection process may be based on the following criteria: financial and management capability; service needs; proposed services; utilization of requested equipment; and service coordination. Projects funded through these programs must be derived from a locally regional coordinated transportation plan.
The application package provides specific eligibility requirements, match requirements, and eligible activities. The application and state management plan can be found at http://www.dot.state.al.us/moweb/transit.htm.
Completed grant applications must be submitted to the appropriate regional planning council in the respective geographic areas of the state in which Section 5310 transportation services are proposed. Each regional planning council must review grant applications to ensure compliance with federal coordination requirements prior to formal submission to ALDOT. Only those grant applications submitted for funding consideration by the Regional Planning Councils will be considered for funding. The deadline for submissions to the appropriate regional planning council in the respective geographic areas of the state in which Section 5310 transportation services are proposed is 5:00 P.M. on August 2, 2013. Applications received after the established deadline will be returned. Postmarked submissions will not be accepted.
After applications will be reviewed, evaluated, prioritized, and approved by ALDOT prior to the development and submission of a consolidated grant application to the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Region IV office for funding consideration.
If there are questions or comments concerning the grant application or if more information is needed in another language or alternative formats, contact Sharon Coats, ALDOT, Modal Programs Bureau, 1100 John Overton Drive, Montgomery, AL 36110; (334) 353-6443 or coatss@dot.state.al.us.
ALDOT does not discriminate against any individual because of race, color, or national origin
FY 2013 Section 5310 Application (download) Cover Letter
Job Access & Reverse Commute Program (Section 5316 – JARC) and the New Freedom Program (Section 5317 – NF)
Job Access & Reverse Commute Program (Section 5316 – JARC) and the New Freedom Program (Section 5317 – NF)
Grant Application Grant Funding will be awarded for Fiscal Year 2014
The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT), Modal Programs Bureau is now accepting Applications for funding consideration through the Section 5316 Job Access and Reverse Commute (JARC) Program and the Section 5317 New Freedom (NF) Program. These Federal Transit Administration (FTA) programs provide funding for transit related services that assist the state’s population of low income and disabled individuals.
The following organizations are eligible to apply for the Sections 5316 & 5317 programs:
1. Private nonprofit organizations
2. State or local governmental bodies; and
3. Operators of public transportation services, including private operators of public transportation services.
Federal funds administered through ALDOT are only extended to organizations providing transit services in the small urban and rural areas of the State.
Available federal funds for the Section 5316 JARC program are expected to total $1,697,072 for small urban areas and $1,809,501 for the rural areas. Available federal funds for the Section 5317 NF program are expected to total $1,055,230 for small urban areas and $1,356,904 for the rural areas.
A 50% local match is required for operating funds and a 20% local match is required for capital and planning funds.
The selection process will be based on the following criteria: statement of need and organizational capacity; project budget and cost effectiveness; coordination and program outreach; implementation plan; and customer service and accessibility. Projects funded through these programs must be derived from a locally regional coordinated transportation plan. The application package provides specific eligibility requirements, match requirements, and eligible activities. The application and state management plan can be found at http://www.dot.state.al. us/m oweb/transit.htm.
Completed grant applications must be submitted to the appropriate Regional Planning Council in the respective geographic areas of the state in which Sections 5316 and/or 5317 transportation services are proposed. Each Regional Planning Council must review grant applications to ensure compliance with federal coordination requirements prior to formal submission to ALDOT. Only those grant applications submitted for funding consideration by the Regional Planning Councils will be considered for funding. The deadline for submissions to the appropriate regional planning council in the respective geographic areas of the state in which Sections 5316 and/or 5317 transportation services are proposed is 5:00P.M. on May 10, 2013. Applications received after the established deadline will be returned. Postmarked submissions will not be accepted. After applications are reviewed, prioritized, and approved by ALDOT, applications will be submitted to the FTA Region IVofficeforfunding consideration.
For questions or comments concerning the grant application contact: Sharon Coats, ALDOT, Modal Programs Bureau, 1100 John Overton Drive, Montgomery, AL 36110; (334) 353-6443 or coatss@dot.state.al.us.