HSTC Steering Committee May 15, 2013

MAP-21MAP-21Changes in Funding for Changes in Funding for

Specialized TransportationSpecialized Transportation

Under MAP-21Under MAP-21

• Section 5310 becomes Enhanced Mobility for Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities

• Merges former New Freedom functions and funds into 5310

• Makes 5310 a formula program with 60% of funds going to large urban areas

• Our Region’s share in 2013: $737,685

Expanded 5310Expanded 5310Enhanced Mobility of Seniors and People with

DisabilitiesProjects that: serve the special needs of transit-dependent populations where public transportation is insufficient, inappropriate or non-existent (55%) go beyond the ADAprovide alternatives to public transportationimprove access to fixed route

Eligible RecipientsEligible Recipients

• The Designated Recipient (10% Admin)• FTA Direct recipients (transit agencies)• Non-profit agencies• Public bodies approved to coordinate

services for the elderly and people with disabilities

• Public bodies that certify that no non-profits are readily available to provide services in their area

Eligible 5310 ProjectsEligible 5310 Projects

• 55% must goto “traditional”5310 projects

• Remainder mustgo beyond ADA orimprove access to fixed route

• Can now include operating and capital• Typically carried out by non-profits

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Funds can improve access to transit…Funds can improve access to transit…

Improvements must lead to greater access to fixed or flex routes for people with disabilities.

Sidewalks/curb cuts, etc. near:- medical facilities

- schools/colleges

- residential clusters

- shopping destinations

- employment centers

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Infrastructure that improves access to transit

Coordinated Planning and Coordinated Planning and Project SelectionProject Selection

• Must be included in or derived from the local Coordinated Plan (this requirement may be revised)

• Projects do not have to be competitively selected (but can be)

• Funds will be available in the year of allocation plus two years (must be obligated in an FTA grant in that time)

• MVRPC will request “Designated Recipient” status – would manage project selection process

• For more information about Section 5310, contact:

Bob Steinbach

937.531.6531

bsteinbach@mvrpc.org