Pass And Duly Adopted, with a present and voting, this 13 ...€¦ · resolution r-16-175 a resolution of the manatee county board of commissioners authorizing the signing and submission

RESOLUTION R- 16-175

A RESOLUTIO N OF THE MANATEE CO UNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONE RS AUTHORIZING THE SIG NING AND SU BMISSION OF AN ANNUAL GRANT APPLICATION AN D SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS AND ASSURANCES TO THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, THE ACCEPTANCE OF A GRANT AWARD FROM THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION AND THE PURC HASE OF VEHICLES AND/OR EQUIPMENT AND/OR EXPENDITURE OF CAPITAL/OPERATING ASSISTANCE GRANT FUN DS PURSUANT TO A GRANT AWARD.

WHEREAS, the Manatee County Board of County Commissioners/Manatee County Area Trans it (MCAT) has the authority to app ly for and accept grants and make purchases and/or expend funds pursuant to grant awards made by the Florida Department of Transportation as authorized by Chapter 34 1, Florida Statutes and/or by the Federal Transit Adm inistration (FT A) Act of 1964, as amended; and

WHEREAS, the Florida Department of Transportation (FOOT) has the authority to adm inister FTA Section 53 10 Program funding as the Des ignated Recip ient for the Sarasota/Bradenton urbanized area (UZA).

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF MANATEE COUNTY, FLORIDA:

I. This resolution applies to Federal Program(s) under U.S .C. Section(s) 53 10 Formula Grants for the Enhanced Mobili ty of Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities.

2. The Chairperson or in their absence, the Vice Chairperson, is hereby authorized to sign the application and accept the grant award, and sign a J oi nt P art i c i patio n Agreeme n t ( JPA) for both capital and operating assistance funding ; and upon JPA execution, staff is authorized to proceed with purchase of vehicles/equipment and/or expenditure of capital/operating grant funds pursuant to a grant award, and approval for FY 201 7/ 18 Section 53 10 funding , unless specifically rescinded.

3. The BOARD authorizes the Transit Division Manager to sign any and all assurances, reimbursement invoices, warranties, certifi cations and other documents whi ch may be required in connection with the application or subsequent agreements.

Pass And Duly Adopted , with a quorum present and voting, thi s 131h day of December, 2016.

BOARD OF COUNTY COMM ISSIO ERS

Clerk of the Circuit Court

CHECKLIST OF APPLICATION COMPLETENESS APPLIES TO APPLICANTS FOR CAPITAL ASSISTANCE (ONLY)

Name of Applicant: Manatee County Area Transit, Manatee Cou nty Board of County Commissioners

Check One: First Time Appli cant: Previous Applicant: XX

The fo llowing must be included in the Section 53 10 Grant application in the following order:

XX Checklist for Application Completeness (this form)

XX Applicant 's cover letter (see appendix 11 .3 for Sample)

XX Two (2) copies of the governing board 's Resolution (see appendix 11 .2 for Sample)

XX Application for Federa l Assistance (Form 424, Code 20.51 3)

XX Exhibit A: Current System Description

XX Exhibit A-1: Fact Sheet

XX Exhibit B: Proposed Project Description

XX Forms C- 1 and C-2 (Operating and Administrati ve Expenses and Revenues)

XX Form C-3 : Proof of local Match

XX Form C-4: Current Vehicle and Transporation Equipment Inventory Form

XX Form C-5: Capital Request Form

XX Form C-6: Capital Request Methodology Form

XX Exhibit C: Public Hearing Notice and Publisher's Affidavit (see Appendix 11 .4 for Sample)

XX Exhibi t D: Leas ing

XX Exhibi t E: Federal Certificat ions and Assurances

N/A Exhibi t F: Certification of Equivalent Service (if grant is for non-accessible vehic les)

XX Exhibit G: Applicant Certification and Assurance to FDOT

N/A Exhibit H: Protection of the Environment (if gran ti s for facilities)

XX Exhib it 1: Coordinated Public Transit-Human Services Transportation Plan

XX Exhibit J: Standard Lobbying Certification Form

XX Exhibit L: Coordination

N/A Exhibit M: Standard Transportation Operating Procedure (if agency recieves 5310 funding only)

N/A Copy o f Certification of Incorporation (if a private-non-profi t agency)

N/A Proof of non-profit status (if a pri vate-non-profit agency)

XX Copy of the Title VI Plan

If grant is for facilities: XX Copy of cover le tter sent with application submitted to Local Clearinghouse Agency!RPC Date:

FOR DEPARTMENT USE ONLY

Date: _________ Letter received from the Local RPC/Clearinghouse

December 16, 20 16

Ms. Michelle Peronto Modal Proj ect Manager Florida Department of Transportation P.O. Box 1249 Bartow, Florida 33 831-1249

Public Works Department Transit Division 2411 Tallevast Road Sarasota, FL 34243 Phone: (941) 747-8621 www.mymanatee.org

RE : Secti on 53 10 Formula Grants for the Enhanced Mobility of Seniors and Individuals with Disabiliti es Capita l Grant Appli cati on, FFY 2017

Dear Ms. Peronto,

Manatee County submits thi s application fo r the Section 53 10 Program Grant and agrees to comply with all assurances and exhibits attached hereto and by thi s reference made a part thereof, as itemized in the Checklist for Application Completeness .

Manatee County further agrees, to the extent prov ided by law (in case of a government agency in accordance with Secti ons 129.07 and 768.28, Florida Statutes) to indemnify, defend and hold harmless the Department and all of its offi cers, agents and employees from any cla im, loss, damage, cost, charge, or expense aris ing out of the non-compliance by the Agency, its offi cers, agents or employees, with any of the assurances stated in thi s Application.

Thi s application is submitted on this 16th day of December, 201 6 with two (2) ori ginal reso lutions R-16-175 authoriz ing County Commiss ion Chairperson to s ign thi s applicati on.

Sincere ly,

Willi am P. Steele Transit Division Manager

cc: Ron Schulhofer, Public Works Department Director Chad Butzow, Public Works Department Deputy Director Carmen Shuler-Mosley, Public Works Fisca l Serv ice Manager Edrick Sweeting, Grants Administrator

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District 1 District 2 District 3 /)istrict 1 DistrictS District 6 District 7

RESOLUTION R-16- 175

A RESOLUTION OF THE MANATEE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS AUTHORIZING THE SIGNING AND SUBMISSION OF AN ANNUAL GRANT APPLICATION AND SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS AND ASSURANCES TO THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, THE ACCEPTANCE OF A GRANT AWARD FROM THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION AND THE PURCHASE OF VEHICLES AND/OR EQUIPMENT AND/OR EXPENDITURE OF CAPITAL/OPERATING ASSISTANCE GRANT FUNDS PURSUANT TO A GRANT AWARD.

WHEREAS, the Manatee County Board of County Commi ssioners/Manatee County Area Transit (MCAT) has the authority to apply for and accept grants and make purchases and/or expend funds pursuant to grant awards made by the Florida Department of Transportation as authorized by Chapter 341 , Florida Statutes and/or by the Federal Transit Admini stration (FT A) Act of 1964, as amended; and

WHEREAS, the Florida Department of Transportat io n (FOOT) has the authority to administer FTA Section 53 10 Program funding as the Des ignated Recipient for the Sarasota/B radenton urbanized area (UZA).


I. Thi s reso lution appli es to Federal Program(s) under U .S.C. Section(s) 53 10 Formula Grants for the Enhanced Mobility of Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities.

2. The Chairperson or in thei r absence, the Vice Chairperson, is hereby authorized to sign the application and accept the grant award, and sign a J o int P a rt i c i pati o n Ag r ee m e nt (JPA) for both capital and operating ass istance funding; and upon JPA execution, staff is authorized to proceed with purchase of vehicles/equipment and/or expenditure of capital/operating grant funds pursuant to a grant award , and approval for FY 2017/ 18 Section 53 10 funding, unl ess spec ifically resc inded.

3. The BOARD authorizes the Transit Division Manager to sign any and all assurances, reimbursement invo ices, warranties, certifications and other documents which may be required in connection with the application or subsequent agreements.

Pass And Duly Adopted, with a quorum present and voting, this 131h day of December, 2016.

ATTEST: ANGELINA COLONNESO Clerk of the Circuit Court

By: ______________________ _

BOA RD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

OF MANATEE COUNTY, FLORIDA

By: ________________ __ Vanessa Baugh, Chairman

Application for Federal Assistance SF-424

• 1. Type of Submission: • 2. Type of Application: • If Revision , select appropriate letter(s):

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• a. Legal Name: \Manatee county Board of County Commissioner / MeAT

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• Zip I Postal Code: 134 243-3936 I e. Organizational Unit:

Department Name: Division Name:

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f. Name and contact information of person to be contacted on matters involving this application:

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Title: jGran ts Adminis t ra tor

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!Federal Transit Administration I 11. Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance Number:

120 . 513 I CFDA Title :

!Enhanced Mobility of Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities

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14. Areas Affected by Project (Cities, Counties, States, etc.):

luzA Map Sarasota 2014.pdf I I Add Attachment II Delete Attachment II View Attachment I • 15. Descriptive Title of Applicant's Project:

Capital assistance for the Enhanced Mobility of Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities Program and procurement of ADA accessible vehicles.

Attach supporting docume nts as s pecified in agency instructions.

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16. Congressional Districts Of:

• a. Applicant 116 I • b. Program/Project 116 , 17 I Attach an additional list of Program/Project Congressional Districts if needed.

I I I Add Attachment II Delete Attachment II View Attachment I 17. Proposed Project:

• a. Start Date: 110/01/2017 I • b. End Date: Jo9/30/2018 1

18. Estimated Funding($):

• a. Federal I 276 , 366. ooJ

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• 19. Is Application Subject to Review By State Under Executive Order 12372 Process?

0 a. This application was made available to the State under the Executive Order 12372 Process for review on I J.

[gl b. Program is subject to E.O. 12372 but has not been selected by the State for review.

0 c. Program is not covered by E.O. 12372.

• 20. Is the Applicant Delinquent On Any Federal Debt? (If "Yes," provide explanation in attachment.)

0 Yes [gJ No

If "Yes", provide explanation and attach

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EXHIBIT A

CURRENT SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

The Manatee County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) serves as the Community Transportation Coordi nator (CTC) for Manatee County. The BOCC was originall y designated as the CTC in October 1990 and gave authori ty to Manatee County Area Transit (MCAT) for carrying out the day-to-day implementation activities. MCAT continues to serve in the CTC implementing role and the BOCC recently signed a new Five-Year Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with the Florida Commi ssion for the Transportation Disadvantaged (FCTD).

The Transit Di vision is under the jurisdiction of the Manatee County BOCC, and the Transit Di vision Manager reports to the Director of the County's Public Works Department. The attached sheet provides an organizational chart of the CTC and Florida Commi ssion for Transportation Disadvantaged (FCTD) process. While MCAT is considered a partial broker, it functions as a sole source provider for transportation under the Transportation Disadvantaged (TD) program. As the CTC, Manatee County also contracts with local pri vate nonprofit agencies that have their own vehicles for the primary purpose of transporting agency special needs clients; and many times, specialized staff counseling and assistance is provided by the agency staff during transport, to effecti vely deal with the special needs of agency clients; all of these "brokered" trips are part of the Transportation Disadvantaged (TD) "coordinated system."

As the CTC implementing agency, MCAT performs the required elements of program oversight and coordination for the Transportation Disadvantaged (TD) Program in Manatee County, e.g., Service Planning, Public Information and Marketing, Call Intake, Eligibility Certi ficati on, Reservati ons, Scheduling, Service Provision, Reporting, CostSharing, and Informati on Sharing. In fact, MCAT staff just recently initiated the Public Engagement process for the major update to the Transportation Disadvantaged Service Plan (TDSP); and staff continues to receive public input as part of the plan update process.

On March I , 2005, the Manatee County BCC elected to di scontinue the coordination of non-emergency Medicaid transportation services under the CTC. As of April 30, 2005, non-emergency Medicaid transportation is sponsored by the FCTD; and the FCTD entered into a contract with Transportation Management Services, Inc. (TMS) to provide Medicaid transportation services for Manatee County residents that require transportation service in order to access Medicaid-compensable medical services; and other agencies serve in thi s capacity today.

Presently, MCAT is the major public transportation provider in Manatee County and stri ves to improve the quality of life for County residents and visitors by providing, in a cost effi cient manner, a readily-accessible, intermodal means of mobility, and by providing alternative means of transportation to minimize impacts of traffic congestion on major roads in Manatee County. Presentl y, MCAT operates 23 buses in peak service on its fixed route system including the Island Trolley system, which uses four (4) Trolley vehicles.

Recently added fi xed route services include the North County ConneXion service route, connecting Palmetto to Rubonia, via the US Highway 4 1 corridor; Route 12 service along the SR 70 corridor from the DeSoto Transit Station to the Wai-Mart at Interstate 75; and new limited stop, express Regional Transit Service (RTS) connecting Manatee and Pinellas County, via Interstate 275. This new RTS is known as the Skyway ConneXion, and provides transit system connectivity between the MCAT and Pinell as Suncoast Transit Authority (PSTA) transit systems. Effecti ve November 12, 2016, service frequency improved along the Manatee A venue (Route 3) corridor, to provide 30-minute service frequency for weekday and Saturday service, and facilitate development for the "core network" of fi xed routes, which carry approximately 72 percent of system ridership. Commensurate with the service enhancement for Route 3 on November 12th , MCAT interlined all of the Palmetto area routes, so that all of these routes provide connectivity with the downtown Bradenton Transit Station; previously, passengers coming from Palmetto/Ruboni a!Ellenton had to make a transfer connecti on at the Palmetto Station or along Business US Highway 41 to cross the Manatee Ri ver and access Downton Bradenton . Finally, MCAT initiated

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EXHIBIT A Current System Description

the US 30 I ConneXion service as a paratransit "feeder" service for access to the new Manatee County T ransi t Fleet Facili ty (MCTFF) along US Highway 301 in southern Manatee County; and passengers schedul e US 301 ConneXion rides using next-day scheduling services, and fi xed route access to/from the ConneXion is available at either the Goodwill off-street transfer point on 15th Street East or the off-street transfer poi nt at the SarasotaBradenton International Airport.

Complementary paratransit service is provided in the larger urbanized area which includes Bradenton, Palmetto, Anna Maria, Holmes Beach, and Bradenton Beach utilizing 22 Handy Buses in peak service. T he entire MCAT fl eet is equipped with wheelchair lifts or ramps that are compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) implementing regulations. Additional TD paratransit service is provided throughout the remaining porti ons of unincorporated Manatee County . MCAT's objecti ves are to maintain and improve the availability and effi ciency of service, upgrade passenger service and amenities, properl y maintain transit facilities and equipment though ongoing preventati ve maintenance programs, offer advanced technology, marketing, transportation planning coordination, and ensure adequate funding and public involvement processes.

Presently, Manatee County maintains a total fl eet of 37 fi xed route/troll ey vehicles and 32 paratransit (i. e ., H andy Buses). T here are 89 approved transit operator positons in the FY 2016/1 7 Operating Budget; and each transit operator completes a comprehensive six-week trai ning program, and each operator is cross-trained to have the capabili ty to work the full array of transit, trolley and paratransi t vehicles and services; and all Operators have a current Florida Commercial Driver's License (CDL). All operators are required to have a complete physical exam every two years and all such operating and safety implementing regulations are audited by the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) on a two-year cycle to ensure ongoing compli ance.

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EXHIBIT A-1 FACT SHEET

Name of Applicant: Manatee County Board of County Commissioners/MCAT

CURRENTLY IF GRANT IS AWARDED (Estimates are acceptable.)

1. Number of total one-way trips served by the agency PER YEAR (for entire

99,882 100,000 system)* Please include calculations

2. Number of one-way trips provided to seniors and individuals with di sabilities 99,882 100,000 PER YEAR* 3. Number of individual senior and di sabled clients (unduplicated) PER 1,371 1,500 YEAR 4. Total number of vehicles used to provide service to seniors and 32 Buses; 1 Van 32 Buses; 1 Van individuals with di sabilities ACTUAL 5. Number of 5310 vehicles used to provide service to seniors and individuals with di sabilities eligible for 3 0 replacement ACTUAL (Refer to Vehicle Life Span chart) 6. Total fleet vehicle miles traveled to provide service to seniors and 707,380 710,000 individuals with di sabilities PER YEAR 7. Number of days that vehicles are in operation to provide service to seniors

6 6 and individuals with disabilites AVERAGE PER WEEK 8. Posted hours of normal operation M- F:5:30am -7:30pm M- F:5 :30am - 7:30pm agency provides service to seniors and

Saturday:5:30am -7:30pm Saturday:5:30am -7:30pm individuals with di sabilities PER WEEK. (This does not include non- Sunday: NA Sunday: NA

scheduled emergency availabi lity) Total (WEEK): 84 hr Total (WEEK) : 84 hr

* One way passenger trip is the unit of service provided each time a passenger enters the vehicle, is transported, then exits the vehicle. Each different destination would constitute a passenger trip .

EXHIBITB PROPOSED PROJECT DESCRIPTION

The proposed project consists of replacement of two (2) paratransit handy bus vehicles and one (1) high top van at the conclusion of thei r useful life all owing Manatee County Area Transit (MCAT) to mai ntain the existi ng level of service to clients by placing more reliable vehicles into service.

The vehicles requested for replacement are two (2) 2 1' Chevrolet 12,300# GVWR gas buses wi th li fts that have an ambulatory seating capacity of 8-10 and 1-2 wheelchair positions; and one ( I ) Ford 1 0,360# GVWR gas high top van with lift that has an ambulatory seating capaci ty of 5 and 2 wheelchair positi ons. The vehicles purchased would replace older units which will exceed their useful li fe standard. The project, when awarded, will reti re three (3) vehicles put into service in 20 I 0 and 20 II. Each of the three vehicles would have over 200,000 miles, and would have exceeded the FDOT minimum service li fe for mileage and/or years in operation when replaced.

Transportation di sadvantaged services are available to elderly persons and persons with disabilities from approxi mately 5:30am to 7:30pm, six days per week. Complementary ADA paratransit services are ava ilable consistent with the with MCAT fixed-route service, seven days a week. In 201 6, there were 1,37 1 persons served through the Handy Bus paratransit program, and over 99,882 trips were provided to eligible clients. MCAT also prov ides coordinated services with local non-profit agencies through coordination agreements.

Manatee County Area Transit (MCAT) vehicles are maintained by the Manatee County Fleet Services Di vision. Transit fl eet maintenance occurs at the same location as the transit operati ons and admini strati ve center. The Fleet Services Di vis ion consists of a highly recognized staff and operation, and has received many awards for their exceptional ability in maintaining the vehicle fl eet. The vehicle Preventive Maintenance program is designed to extend vehicle life, reduce the frequency of unscheduled repairs, and capture the maintenance cost to assist with evaluating the total operating cost. Most importantly, all Transit and Paratransit vehicles are maintained to prevent interruptions in service.

Manatee County Area Transit (MCAT) is a di vision of the Public Works Department in Manatee County Government, and provides service to the cities of Bradenton, Holmes Beach, Anna Maria Island, Bradenton Beach, Palmetto and unincorporated Manatee County. Manatee County does not discriminate in the service it provides to passengers. Service is provided to minority and low-income segments of the population with the same level of service that is provided to other clients.

MCAT does not use lessee or private operators under contract to provide service. MCAT is the Community Transportation Coordinator (CTC) for Manatee County, Florida and assumes all responsibil iti es pursuant to Chapter 427 Florida Statutes and Rule Chapter 4 1-2 F.A.C.

Section 5310 Grant Application- Evaluation Criteria

Question Related to All Requesting Capital Funds:

1. How will the grant funding be used? Will more hours of service be provided? Will it expand service to a larger geographic area? Will this funding provide shorter headways? How many more trips will be provided? Please explain in detail. If this capital request is not for a vehicle, please describe the purpose of the request.

The proposed project consists of replacement of two (2) paratransit handy bus vehicles and one ( I ) high top van which have reached the end of their useful life . Replacement of those vehicles will allow Manatee County Area Transit (MCAT) to maintain existing levels of client service to clients by placing more reliable vehicles into service.

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Between FY 20 14 and FY 2015, ridership levels on the MCAT Handy Bus service increased by 12 percent. When compared to FY 20 13, ridership levels in FY 20 15 increased over 20 percent. The demand for paratransit services in Manatee County has put a strai n on the Handy Bus operation and the ability to maintain high customer sati sfacti on levels has become increasingly difficult . Average weekday ridership level s rose to over 400 daily trips in October 20 15 and the agency incurred large overtime costs in order to meet demand. To alleviate some of the burden on operators and staff, MCAT implemented stri cter trip prioritization and TD eligibi li ty procedures in FY 20 16. Given the constrai nts on personnel resources, it is imperative that staff is operati ng the most reliable vehicles as any given road call or breakdown could exacerbate delays, scheduling conflicts, and other operational issues.

2. If a grant award will be used to maintain services as described in Exhibit A, specifically explain how it will be used in the context of total service.

Over the last two years, MCAT has expanded service on the fixed route bus network and new "feeder" paratransit service was added. In fact, new service was added along US Highway 41 in northern Manatee County and along SR 70 from DeSoto Station to a Walmart near I-75 , new MCAT Route 12. Growth in the fixed-route service network has increased the ADA complementary paratransit service area. Thi s grant will help to meet the growing ADA service needs in that larger service area and wi ll also enhance the avai labi lity of vehic les in our fleet for daily pull-out. As indicated, demand for Handy Bus service continues to grow and there are times where spare vehicles are insufficient and modifications in daily pick up/drop off schedules are needed due to unscheduled fl eet repairs.

3. Give a detailed explanation of the need for the vehicle and provide evidence of the need.

T hi s request is for $345,458 to replace two (2) paratransit Handy Bus vehicles and one ( I ) high top van which will exceed the FDOT minimum service life for mileage and/or years in operation when replaced. Replacement of these vehicles at the conclusion of their useful life wi ll all ow Manatee County Area Transit (MCAT) to maintain the existing level of service to clients and ensure re liable service delivery for clients.

As indicated, between FY 13 and FY 15, demand for Handy Bus service increased by over 20 percent. Also, the MCAT ADA service area is much larger due to the expansion of fi xed route services. Lastly, vehicles in the paratransit fl eet are nearing the end of their useful Iifecycle and, over time, unscheduled repairs are increasing which impacts the avai lability of vehicles to meet the service demand.

4. Will a grant award be used to replace existing equipment or purchase additional vehicles/equipment? Provide details.

Yes the grant wi ll be used to replace existing equipment (Vehicles). This request is for $345,458 to replace two (2) paratransit Handy Bus vehicles and o ne (1) high top van which exceed the FDOT minimum service life for mileage and/or years in operation when replaced.

5. Identify vehicles/equipment being replaced and list them on the "Current Vehicle and Transportation Equipment Inventory" form, provided elsewhere in this manual.

See attached form on Transportation Equipment Inventory.

6. If vehicles/equipment are proposed to be used by a lessee or private operator under contract to the applicant, identify the proposed lessee/operator.

Vehicles will not be leased out or used by a third-party contractor.

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7. Provide a brief description of the projects which includes the counties served, whether the applicant shall service minority populations and whether the applicant is minority-owned.

The applicant is a government authority. The Manatee County Transit Di vision is an operating divi sion of the Public Works Department and the governing board is the Manatee County Board of County Commissioners. MCAT is a divi sion of the County Public Works Department and provides public transportation for residents and vi sitors in Manatee County. The County also serves as the designated recipient of Ff A Section 5307/5339 funding and serves as the Community Transportation Coordinator (CTC), providing fixed-route and demand response public transportation services throughout Manatee County, inclusive of Title VI communities , services for veterans to Veterans hospital s in Manatee, Pinellas, and Hill sborough Counties.

8. Agencies receiving Section 5310 funds must collect both quantitative and qualitative data (detailed in the Threshold Criteria section on page 7) to capture overarching program information as part of the Section 5310 annual report, Please outline how your agency will collect the quantitative and qualitative data required as a Section 5310 recipient. i.e What will the time frame be and how will it be incorporated into program operations? What tools will be used to collect the data?

Data is collected through paratransit software programs and can be collected upon request, within a twoweek period and up to a thirty (30) day time frame, depending on the level of detail. The tool s which are utilized to collect this data are exported and then formatted in an Excel spreadsheet or data-specific reporting tools. All data is collected/transmitted via Wi-Fi connection on vehicles including trip manifest documentation, vehicle/trip mileage, trip type, funding source, and communicated to/from dispatch via Mobile Data Terminals.

As the CTC for Manatee County, an Annual Operating Report (AOR) is prepared by MCAT staff for submittal and review by the Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board (TDLCB) which consists of a number of social service organizations whose clients require trips through the coordinated network of services managed by MCAT, as well as state funding agencies. Those reporting requirements are comprehensive and inclusive of a variety of service and financial data that wi ll be used to support Section 5310 reporting requirements.

9. Fully explain Your Transportation Program

a. Service hours, planned service, routes and trip types

Service hours for ADA and Agency trips are a complement to fixed route services , and each trip request conforms to the days/hours of fixed route service availability. The paratransit service currently consists of an average of twenty-two (22) daily routes. Trip types include Medical, Dialysi s, Life-Sustaining, Casual , School, Work, Adult Day Facility, Manasota Lighthouse, Food and Nutrition.

In Fi scal Year (FY) 2015/16, MCAT provided a total of 99,885 passenger trips . The vast majority of these trips are split up between ADA and Transportation Disadvantaged (TD) eligible clients, with ADA receiving approximately 44 percent of the trips and 30 percent transportation disadvantaged. The remaining 26 percent of trips benefits sponsoring agencies including: Vocational Rehabilitation, Community Care for

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the Elderly, and Manasota Lighthouse. Manatee County also provides local funding for area Veteran requiring medical treatment.

In FY 2015/16, 97% of MCAT trips were provided to the elderly and persons with disabilities. The remai ning 3% of trips serve area Veterans requiring medical services at area Veterans Admini stration (VA) Hospitals in St. Petersburg and Tampa. While some of these Veterans also include the elderly and persons with disabilities, this service is funded by Manatee County as a public service to assist veterans irrespecti ve of age or disability status, in appreciation for their dedicated service to the Country.

b. Staffing-include plan for training on vehicle equipment such as wheelchair lifts. Etc.Staffing includes

The MCAT Fiscal and Managerial oversight features dedicated and competent staff with numerous years of experience in the operation and administration of Paratransit service. The organizational structure includes a Transit Divi sion Manager with over 30 years of experience.

A Paratransit Operations Superi ntendent oversees dai ly Paratransit operations and provides management and program admi ni stration . Three (3) Operations Supervisors provide direct field oversight for 27 Paratransit operators. A Paratransit Coordinator, Scheduler, and Di spatcher serve to support daily service provision. A Transit Mobility Coordinator provides eligibility certification, in-person assessments and transit training assistance for ADA and TD non-sponsored service applicants.

A Grant Admi nistrator, Senior Fiscal Analyst and a Safety and Training Coordinator are also dedicated to the Transit Division, as well as a Logistics Manager and Systems Analyst. A Planning Manager and Transit Planner also provide support and serve to ensure that the Paratransit secti on has an opportunity to compete for di scretionary grants, and accurately complete various operating and fi nancial reports, such as those required by the National Transit Database (NTD) .

All operators are required to complete a six-week comprehensive trammg program which includes classroom time and in-field supervi sed driving time. Operator traini ng consists of vehicle equipment, customer service, sensitivity, blood-borne pathogens, defensive driving, CPR, driver's manual, and as needed training throughout the year. In addition, MCAT is proactively implementing an eight-hour annual "refresher" training courses for all operator supervisors and operators which cover safety training and ADA policies and procedures.

c. Records maintenance- who, what methods, use of databases, spreadsheets etc.

Records on system performance are maintained by the paratransit admi nistrative team with the support of the Paratransit Coordinator and customer service staff. Data is generall y tracked using scheduling software and needed information not available through a standard reporting tool is extracted and maintained in separate spreadsheet and database formats. Quality control of the data is performed daily and activity is summarized in monthly, quarterl y, and annual reports, some of which are used in presentations to the TDLCB and Manatee County Board of County Commi ssioners.

d. Vehicle maintenance- who, what, when and where. Include a section on how vehicles will be maintained without interruptions in service.

Manatee County Area Transit (MCAT) vehicles are maintained by the Manatee County Fleet Services Division. Transit fleet maintenance occurs at the same locati on as the transit operations and admi nistrative center. The Fleet Services Di vision consists of a highly recogni zed staff and operation, and has received many awards for their exceptional ability in maintaining the County's vehicle fl eet. The vehicle Preventi ve Maintenance program is designed to extend vehicle life, reduce the freq uency of unscheduled repairs, and

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capture the maintenance cost to assist with evaluating the total operating cost. Most importantly all transit and paratransit vehicles are maintained to preclude an interruption in service.

Maintenance is provided through the Manatee County Fleet Services Divi sion. The Fleet Services Division uses a preventative maintenance program that is designed to be performed on rolling stock, with the intent of maximizi ng the lifecycle of the fl eet, reducing unscheduled repairs, and capturing all cost within the maintenance management system. The PM (Preventative Maintenance) cycle intervals vary between 4,000 to 6,000 miles. All PM inspections are scheduled I ,000 miles ahead of time to allow for a grace period.

e. CDL requirements-

All Operators are required to have current Florida Commercial Dri vers Licenses.

f. Transportation Operating Procedure (TOP)

See attached MCAT Operating Procedures Manual

g. Drug Free work place

The current Drug Free Workplace and Drug and Alcohol Program complies wi th FTA implementing regul ations for recipients of federal funding and is administered by the Manatee County Human Resources Department.

10. How do you currently fund the operations of your transit program?

Operations fu nding for the current Manatee County Transit Division program includes local tax revenues, state, and federal funding sources including the state Transportation Di sadvantaged program, FT A Section 5307, and farebox collections.

11. If your agency does not receive its entire capital request, can you still proceed with your transit program?

The program will continue but will not be able to fully meet the number of non-sponsored demand response trip requests. As a result, trip denials may increase and a procedure for prioritizing trips wi ll be required. It is anticipated that prioritizing trips will impact the ability of some Handy Bus clients to complete their needed everyday life-sustaining acti vities.

12. Who will drive the vehicle, number of drivers, CDL certifications?

All MCAT operators have CDL certifications and are required to complete a six-week comprehensive training program which includes classroom time and in-field supervised driving time. Operator training consists of vehjcl e equipment, customer service, sensitivity, blood-borne pathogens, defensive dri vi ng, CPR, driver's manual, and as needed training throughout the year. In addition, MCAT is proactively implementing an eight-hour annual "refresher" training courses for all operator supervi sors and operators which cover safety training and ADA policies and procedures.

13. Current Recipients: Is your CTC agreement current? If not, why not?

A new 5-year CTC agreement between the Florida Commission for the Transportation Disadvantaged and Manatee County was executed in September 2016 and is effecti ve through June 30,2021. That new 5-year agreement is included in Exhjbit L of this 5310 application.

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New Agencies:

14. Have you met with the CTC and, if so, how are you providing a service that they cannot? Provide detailed information supporting this requirement.

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PARTC

APPLIES TO ALL APPLICANTS FOR CAPITAL ASSISTANCE

FORM C-1 TRANSIT-RELATED OPERATING and ADMINISTRATIVE EXPENSES

Name of Applicant: Manatee County Board of County Commissioners, Manatee County Area Transit Name of Transit Program: Manatee County Board of County Commissioners, Manatee County Area Transit

Applicant Fiscal period start and end dates: October 1, 2017 to September 30, 2018

State Fiscal period from: July 1, 20 17 to June 30,2018

EXPENSE CATI<:l. JI-l.Y EXPENSES

Labor (501) 1,236,578

Fringe and Benefits (502) 469,859

Services (503) 293 ,099

Materials and Supplies (504) 53 ,568

Vehicle Mai ntenance (504.01) 623 ,475

Utilities (505) 24,3 10

Insurance (506) 58,723

Licenses and Taxes (507) 0

Purchased Transit Service (508) 0 Miscell aneous (509) 22,983

Leases and Rentals (5 12) 1,655

Depreciation (5 13) 0

TOTAL EXPENSE $2,784,250

PARTC

APPLIES TO ALL APPLICANTS FOR CAPITAL ASSISTANCE

FORMC-2 OPERATING and ADMINISTRATIVE REVENUES

Name of Applicant: Manatee County Board of County Commissioners, Manatee County Area Transit Name of Transit Program: Manatee County Board of County Commissioners, Manatee County Area Transit Applicant Fiscal period start and end dates: October 1, 2017 to September 30, 2018

State Fiscal period from: July 1, 2017 to June 30, 2018

OPERATING REVENUE CATEGORY JU.;VENUE~

Passenger Fares for Transit Services (401) 143,000

Special Transit Fares (402) 100,000 Other (403- 407) (identify by appropriate code)

TOTAL OPERATING REVENUE $243,000

OTHER REVENUE CATEGORY Taxes Levied Directly by the Transit System (408) 0 Local Cash Grants and Reimbursements (409) 845,105

Local Special Fare Assistance ( 41 0) 0

State Cash Grants and Reimbursements (41 1) 641,791

State Special Fare Assistance (412) 0

Federal Cash Grants & Reimbursements (413) 1,054,354

Interest Income (414) 0 Contributed Services (430) 0

Contributed Cash ( 431) 0

Subsidy from Other Sectors of Operations (440) 0 TOTAL OF OTHER REVENUE $2,541,250

GRAND TOTAL OF ALL REVENUES $2,784,250

PARTC

FORMC-3 LOCAL MATCH FOR THIS APPLICATION


Sources and amounts of local share for the vehicles/equipment, or mobility management, being requested:

SOURCE:

MCAT will utlize local funds from its' FY17 Operating Budget as required I 0% local match

rized representati ve)

AMOUNT:

$34,546

' rTEST: MANATEE COUNTY ERK OF CIRCUIT COURT AND

sv-~§iJ~ / DEPUTY LERK

Attach documentation of match funds immediately behind this page. Proof may consist of, but not be limited to: written statements from county commissions, state agencies, city managers, mayors, town councils, organizations, accounting firms and financial institutions.

MANATEE COUNTY GOVERNMENT Bi-Ennial Budget

Department Budget Estimate 1st Year(FY2017) Expenditures

Include Programs2508

Fund: 435

_Key: 43500121 00 TransitSystem. .. Public W o~TrampR_!j Mgt) ... Transit- Pa ratmnsit Actual Actual Adopted Amended Actual Requested Recornrn'd Proposed Adopted

2014 2015 2016 2016 2016 2017 2017 2017 2017

0 qject Title 512000 Regularsalariesand 992,078 1 '1 50,1 87 1,091 ,045 1,201 ,998 1,170,442 1,091 ,045 1 '120,686 1,120,686 1 '17 3,990 513000 0 thersa lariesand v 19,246 20,826 0 0 20,944

514000 0 vertime 84,304 159,554 43,434 65,334 157,200 43,434 43,434 43,434 62,588 521000 FK: A taxes 78,792 95,993 83,461 84,961 98,498 83,461 85,7 33 85,733 89,811 522000 Retirement contribL 75,528 96,397 80,411 81 ,911 99,590 80,411 82,593 82,593 86,521 523001 Health insurance 267 ,128 286,474 289,596 289,996 259,934 289,596 27 2, 945 272,945 279,533

1523002 L ifu in sura nee 3,684 4,326 3,275 3,325 3,240 3,275 3,365 3,365 3,525 523003 Long- term disabilicy 2,025 2,292 3,275 3,325 1,350 3,275 3,365 3,365 3,525 523004 Flex benefits 5,024 5,468 6,816 6,916 5,330 6,816 6,816 6,816 6,944

~25000 Unemployment cor 6,546

M ajorO qject 51 0000 Total 1,534,355 1,821,516 1,601,313 1.737,766 1,816,527 1,601 ,313 1,618,937 1,618,937 1,706,437

0 qject Title 31000 Profeg:;jonal ~rvice ~ 1 0,591 10,825 8,375 8,375 0 8,375 8,375 8,375 8,375

Medica I ~rvices 34000 0 thercontmctual ~ 7,566 0 0 5,896

534001 lnd irect cost~ rvice 214,668 285,721 284,912 284,912 284,912 284,912 284,912 284,912 257 ,444 ·534003 In- ho~ billed ~rv

534008 Temporary E mployn 540000 Travel and perdierr 2,150 660 2,060 2,060 2,891 2,060 2,060 2,060 2,060 540001 Travellperdiem- Put 541 001 Telephone 20,171 19,105 12,360 12,360 17,660 12,360 12,360 12,360 12,360 541002 Postage 2,278 2,066 1,545 1,545 2,960 1,545 1,545 1,545 1,545

41003 lnHo~ C ommunic 190 202 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 541004 800 mghz Radio ch; 30,995 29,923 29,789 29,789 30,588 29,789 29,7 89 29,7 89 29,789

~43000 Utility ~rvices 11 ,824 11 ,317 11 '950 11 '950 10,849 11 '950 11,950 11 '950 11,950 44000 Rentsand lea~s 2,027 1,962 1,655 2,136 1 ' 541 1,655 1,655 1,655 1,655 44003 D ataSystem RecovE 1,020 1,391 940 940 1,002 940 0 0 0 45000 Insurance 31 ,270 58,723 58,7 23 58,723 58,723 58,7 23 58,723 58,723 58,7 23

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Include Prog ra ms2508

Fund: 435 Key: 4350012100 TransitSystem. .. Public Wo~Tran~,Pj M gt) ... Transit- Paratransit

Actual Actual Adopted Amended Actual Requested Recomm'd Proposed Adopted 2014 2015 2016 2016 2016 2017 2017 2017 2017

0 qject Title 46001 Equipment repair& 806 310 959 959 2,417 959 959 959 959

546002 Vehicle maintenan 0 0 546003 Automated system ~ 1,200 2,000 1,308 1,308 1,470 1,308 2,400 2,400 2,400 546004 Building repair& ma 0 0 639 546005 Software Support 7,855 8,250 24.7 20 24,720 0 24,720 24,720 24,720 24,720 547000 Printing & binding 0 1,090 895 895 2,505 895 895 895 895 547001 In- hot..re copying a 2,324 2,349 206 206 1,780 206 206 206 206 549001 A wards 24 0 549004 Advertising 84 0 0 0 0 0 551000 0 ffice Supplies 0 1,474 2,060 2,060 2,441 2,060 2,060 2,060 2,060 552000 0 perating 9...1pplies~ 9,845 9,364 8,083 8,932 5,221 8,083 8,083 8,083 10,583 552002 Sea9Jnkl oliday,PubE 552005 Software 867 0 -552006 UnifOrms 5,995 6,565 11 '1 36 11 '1 36 7' 181 11 '1 36 11 '1 36 11 '1 36 11 '1 36 552007 G a~ 0 il& Tires 0 552010 lnHot..re FueiC hargt 263,394 159,224 231,204 131,251 0 231,204 231,204 231 ,204 231 ,204 554000 BksPbk:::tn9Sb3:rptn 6,986 4,593 8,395 8,395 7,432 8,395 8,395 8,395 8,395 554001 Education 4,685 2,927 8,923 10,514 1,464 8,923 8,923 8,923 8,923 559000 D epreciat.ion 0

ajorO qject530000 Totat 631,249 627,605 710,358 613,325 449,732 710,358 710,510 710,510 685,542

0 qject Title

~64000 M achi"le.y and eqc 0 0 0 0 64001 Road equipment 0 0 0 9,526 0

ajorO qject 560000 Totat 0 0 0 9,526 0

ey 435001 21 00 Tota t 2,165,604 2,449,120 2,311,671 2,360,617 2,266,259 2,311,671 2,329,447 2,329,447 2,391,979 und: 435Totat 7,802,048 8,137,584 8,807,079 8,846,954 8,370,553 8,796,979 8,937,753 8,937,753 8,936,194

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FORM C-4: CURRENT VEHICLE AND TRANSPORTATION EQUIPMENT INVENTORY (a}

Name of Applicant: Manatee County Board of County Commissioners/MeAT Date of Inventory: As of November 28, 2016

Identify Replacement WHCand

Current Vehicle Status

Expected

(b) EQNumber Model Year Make/Size/Type ( c ) Vin Number ( d ) Ramp or lift Seated Avg Mlles/Yr

Mileage (Active/Spare/

Retirement Date Passengers Other)

54114 2010 GlAVAL/22'/TITAN II 1GB9G5A67All22583 Lift 4/6 28,319 192,006 Active 2015 or 200,000

54115 2010 GlAVAL/22'/TITAN II 1GB9G5A63A1122869 Li ft 4/6 23,851 161,707 Act ive 2015 o r 200,000

54838 2010 GlAVAL/23'/TITAN II 1GB9G5ALXA1173243 Li ft 4/6 27,762 167,683 Act ive 2015 or 200,000

54839 2010 GlAVAL/23 '/TITAN I 1GB9G5AL7A1173278 Lift 4/6 30,631 185,012 Active 2015 or 200,000

54840 2010 GlAVAL/23'/TITAN 1GB9G5ALOA1173445 Lift 4/6 27,134 163,891 Active 2015 or 200,000

54841 2010 GlAVAL/23'/TITAN 1GB9G5ALXA1173257 Lift 4/6 27,215 163,836 Active 2015 or 200,000

54842 2010 GlAVAL/23'/TITAN 1GB9G5AL2A1173494 Lift 4/6 29,289 176,318 Act ive 2015 o r 200,000 . 54843 2010 GlAVAL/23 '/TITAN 1GB9G5ALOA1173932 Lift 6/0 24,773 149,131 Active 2015 or 200,000 . 54844 2010 GlAVAL/23'/TITAN 1GB9G5AL7All73331 Lift 6/0 22,912 137,701 Active 2015 or 200,000

55041 2011 GlAVAL/24'/TITAN 1GB6G5BL8Bll43516 Lift 6/0 33,891 181,657 Active 2016 or 200,000

56958 2013 G lA VAL/29'/ENTOU RAGE 1FDGF5GT5CED10450 Lift 8/20 20,352 73,877 Active 2018 or 200,000

56959 2013 G lA VAL/29 '/ ENTOU RAGE 1FDGF5GT6CED10456 Lift 8/20 19,363 70,287 Act ive 2018 or 200,000


56961 2013 GlAVAL/29'/ENTOURAGE 1FDGF5GT1CED10459 Lift 8/20 21,368 77,352 Active 2018 or 200,000

56962 2013 G lA VAL/29'/ENTOU RAGE 1FOGF5GT8CED10460 Lift 8/20 22,735 82,300 Active 2018 or 200,000

56963 2013 G lA VAL/29' /ENTOU RAGE 1FDGF5GTXCE D10461 Lift 8/20 28,845 104,418 Active 2018 or 200,000


56965 2013 G lA VAL/29'/ENTOURAG E 1FOGF5GT5CED10464 Lift 8/20 24,588 89,009 Active 2018 or 200,000

56966 2013 G lA VAL/29' /ENTOURAGE 1FDGF5GT4CEC62861 Lift 8/20 19,726 71,607 Active 2018 or 200,000

57854 2014 G lA VAL/29'/ENTOURAG E 1FDG F5GT1EEA94048 Lift 8/22 17,637 44,270 Active 2019 or 200,000

57855 2014 G lA VAL/29'/ENTOURAG E 1FDGF5GT3EEA94049 Lift 8/22 21,510 53,991 Active 2019 or 200,000

57856 2014 GlAVAL/22'/TITAN 1GB6G5BL7Ell60554 Lift 8/22 24,919 61,300 Active 2019 or 200,000

57857 2014 GlAVAL/22'/TITAN 1GB6G5BLXE1162279 Lift 8/22 34,074 83,821 Active 2019 or 200,000

57858 2014 GlAVAL/22'/TITAN 1GB6G5BL3Ell62737 Lift 8/22 12,955 31,869 Active 2019 or 200,000

59090 2015 GlAVAL/29'/ENTOURAGE 1FDGF5GT7FED21020 Lift 8/22 17,298 20,930 Active 2020 or 200,000


59092 2015 GlAVAL/29 '/ENTOURAGE 1FDGF5GT1FED21028 Lift 8/22 15,616 18,895 Active 2020 or 200,000


60696 2016 G lA VAL/29'/ENTOURAG E 1FDGF5GTXGEC33872 Lift 7/22 34,600 1,384 Active 2021 or 200,000

60697 2016 G lA VAL/29'/ENTOURAG E 1FDG F5GT1GEC33873 Lift 7/22 35,175 1,407 Active 2021 or 200,000

60698 2016 G lA VAL/29 '/ENTOU RAGE 1FOGF5GT3GEC06724 Lift 7/22 33,800 1,352 Active 2021 or 200,000

60699 2016 G lA VAL/29'/ENTOURAG E 1FDGF5GT5GEC06725 Lift 7/22 36,775 1,471 Active 2021 or 200,000

60700 2016 G LA VAL/24 '/ENTOURAGE TBD Uft 2022 or 200,000 . 55040 2011 DODGE/G RAND/ CARAVAN 2D4RN4DG5BR628767 Ramp 4 21,482 114,067 Active 2016 or 80000

(a) App licants must use this fo rm .

(b) Identify vehicles to be replaced with this or other grant by placing an asterisk (•) next to the model year. In Exhibit 8 of the application, provide the name of the lessee or contractor, if applicable.

(c) For example, Ford 22' bus; Dodge converted van .

(d) Show FOOT control number AND VIN if bought with grant through FOOT. If bought through other funding, list the complete VIN.

(e) Include computer hardware and software, copiers, printers, mobile radios, communication systems, etc.

(f) Identify the grant or other funding source used fo r purchas ing the vehicle/eq uipment .

NOTE: Applicants may add additional lines to the form . Those requesting replacement vehicles, please identify the year the vehide(s) were purchased.

Current Fleet Age Other Equipment ( e ) Funding Source ( f)

as of 11/30/2016

AVL Equipment & Radio 5307 FT A Grant 6.78

AVL Equipment & Radio 5307 FTA Grant 6.78





AVL Equipment & Rad io 5307 FTA Grant 6.02



AVL Equipment & Rad io 5310 FOOT Grant 5. 36



AVL Equipment & Radio 5310 FOOT Grant 3.62

















AVL Equipment & Radio 5310 FOOT Grant 0 .04



AVL Equipment & Radio 5310 FOOT Grant N/ A


Name of Agency:

R orE (a) Quantity

R 2

R 1

Sub-total

FORM C-5: CAPITAL REQUEST FORM

VEIDCLE REQUEST

Manatee County Board of County Commissioners/MeAT

Description (b) www.tri[!sflorida.org Estimated Cost

21' 12,300 GVWR gas bus with lift, 8-10 ambulatory $182,892.00

seats, 1-2 wheelchair positions Ford 10,360 GVWR gas high top van with lift, 5

$72,486.00 ambulatory seats, 2 wheelchair positions

$255,378.00

(a) Replacement (R) or Expansion (E).

(b) Provide a brief description including the length and type vehicle, type of fuel, lift or ramp, number of seats and wheelchair positions. For example, 22' gasoline bus with lift, 12 ambul atory seats, and 2 wheelchair positions. Do not show the Make. Any bus options that are part of purchasing the bus itself should be part of the vehicle request and NOT separated out under equipment.

EQUIPMENT REQUEST (c)

If item requested is after-market, it is recommended to gather and retain at least two estimates for the equipment requested. Purchases must be approved at the local level and foll ow Procurement Guidelines.

Number Description Estimated Cost

Requested

3 Two-Way Mobile Radio $13,500.00

3 Trapeze A VL System $60,000.00

3 Fare Box with Vault $3,600.00

1 Apollo 5 Camera Video Monitoring System $6,980.00

3 Contingency to Cover Changes/Additions $6,000.00

Sub-total '

$90,080.00

(c) Show mobile radios and identify the type of radio (i.e. two way radio or stereo radio), computer hardware/software, etc. under "Equipment Request."

VEHICLE SUBTOTAL $255,378 +EQUIPMENT SUBTOTAL $90,080 = $345,458 (x). $345,458 X 80% = $276,366 [This equals the Federal request. Show this amount on Form 424 in block 18(a)]

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FORM C-6: CAPITAL REQUEST METHODOLOGY FORM

Complete one request form if all vehicles bei ng requested are the same type and configuration. Complete another form to request a vehicle of a different type and configuration. Limi t of up to FIYE (5) vehicle requests per applicant.

Information to fill this form out may be found at on the TRIPS website http://tripsfl orida.org/ and or at the DMS website http://dms. myflorida.com/business operations/state purchas ing for small vehicles; cars or station wagons.

Applicant Agency Name: Manatee County Board of County Commissioners/MCAT

Contact Person: Michael Brennan, Fleet Division Manager @ 941-708-7458 Ext 7359, [email protected] (Name, Title, Telephone Number, and Email)

Vendor Name and Contact Info: Glaval, Center of Urban Transportation Research, 813-974-0695 (Vendor, Dealer's Name, Telephone Number)

Contract#: TRIPS-11-CA-GB

Brief Vehicle Description: 2 1' 12,300 GVWR gas bus with lift, 8- 10 ambulatory seats, 1-2 wheelchair positions (Example: 3-22' gas cutaways with lift, 12 ambulatory seats and 2 wheelchair positions)

Price Estimation Table: Select only options avai lable in the contract you are interested in . If there are no choices selected on any given row, we understand that you do not need that option.

Computer users- the rows in yellow have form ul as to calculate totals. To make the formulas work, first fi ll out the columns of unit cost$ and quantity# and then right click in the yellow cell and click Update Field.

l lnit Cost x Quantit~ Item':' llnit Cost Quantit~· (Total Cost)

Base Vehicle Type (Chevrolet SPT, 12,300 GVWR, 2 1' 6.0 Gas) 63 ,083 2 126,166

24' Option 800 2 1,600

2018 Model Year 3,500 2 7,000

Vehicle Description: •. y, ""·'i;:: .,_,._, _.:, : ....... _:;;J_ i '·. ,,,_, •. ·_·;. j_i_'·.:J

Floor Plan: Seat Manufacturer Name: Base Seating- Freedman ~·· ·<' : ':'"'··,· '<f! ? ··' -~~ •.\.} . ·:; -P~\:m:· .

Floor Plan/Ambulatory Seats: May choose more than one type of seat if needed.

Standard Seat: 225 0 0

Foldaway Seat: 497 28 13,9 16

Chi ld Seat: 0

Other: Flat Floor 600 2 1,200

Securement Systems:

Wheelchair Securement: Q'Straint QRTMAX Securement 535 12 6,420 --

FORM C-6: CAPITAL REQUEST METHODOLOGY FORM Seat Belt Extensions: X No Yes, if yes quanti fy 18 0 0

Stretcher Securement: X No Yes, if yes quantify 0

Wheelchair Lift (Include Vendor Name and Cost): Braun 9 19IB-2 3,4 10 2 6,820

Engine Type: Chevrolet SPT, 12,300 GVWR, 2 1' 6.0 Gas E350/450

Paint Scheme: X No Yes, if yes quanti fy 0

Title VI Notice Signs/Plaques:

Equip/Other: Stainless steel wheel liners I inserts, front and rear wheels 165 2 330

Equip/Other: Angled R.H. Entry Assist Handrail in addi tion to all std rails. 225 2 450

Equip/Other: Apollo 6 camera securi ty system 6,980 2 13,960

Equip/Other: Altro Transflor slip res istant vinyl flooring E350/450 and Chevy 3500/4500 = ($375); F450/550 and Freightliner = ($375) --GRAY-- 375 2 750

Equip/Other: Driver Safety Parti tion w/ cutout for handhold 185 2 370

Equip/Other: Friedman Sport Dri ver Seat W/Relaxor 550 2 1, 100

Equip/Other: Yellow Powder-Coated handrai ls and stanchions (yellow) 150 2 300

Equip/Other: Exterior remote controlled mirrors E350/450 and Chevy 3500/4500 = ($205);

F450/550 = ($278) 205 2 410

Equip/Other: Romeo Rim HELP rear bumper E350/450 and Chevy 3500/4500 = ($600); F550 and Freightliner = ($ 1, 170) 600 2 1,200

Equip/Other: Reverse camera and monitor backing system: Monitor to be mtd below top of

dash. 300 2 600

Equip/Other: Dimensions vinyl line of coated transit bus seating fabric with antimicrobia l

Nanocide 10 30 300

Vehicle Subtotal: $ 182,892

Equip/Other: Two-Way Mobi le Radio 4,500 2 9,000

Equip/Other: Trapeze A VL System 20,000 2 40,000

Equip/Other: Fare Box with Vaul t 1,200 2 2,400

Equip/Other: Contingency to cover changes or additions 2,000 2 4,000

Equipment Subtotal: $ 55,400

Total: $ 238,292

* Additional items besides those listed on the form can be added by inserting another line or by submitting a sample copy of the order fo rm for the vehicle filled out to your specifications.

Add up the ubtotals from all the Capital Request forms you fill ed out for thi s application to arrive al the total . The Total x 80% = Federal Portion (to be shown in block 18(a) of Form 424) .

ri!lli!ll Qiiij,i r i!lli!llllfil! ,,, 80 % $190,634

FORM C-6: CAPITAL REQUEST METHODOLOGY FORM

Complete one request fo rm if a ll vehicle being requested are the same type and configuration . Complete another form to request a vehicle of a different type and configuration. Limit of up to FIYE (5) vehicle requests per applicant.

Information to fill thi s form out may be found at on the TRIPS website http://tripsflorida .org/ and or at the DMS website http://dms.myflorida.com/business operations/state purchasing for small vehicles; cars or station wagons.

Applicant Agency Name: Manatee County Board of County Commissioners/MCAT

Contact Person: Michael Brennan, Fleet Division Manager 941-708-7458 Ext 7359, mkhael.brennan @mymanatee.org (Name, Title, Telephone Number, and Email)

Vendor Name and Contact Info: Glaval , Center of Urban Transportation Research, 8 13-974-0695 (Vendor, Dealer's Name, Telephone Number)

Contract#: TRIPS- 11 -CA-GB

Brief Vehicle Description: Van, High Top 10,360 GVWR gas bus with lift, 5 ambu latory seats, 2 wheelchair positions (Example: 3-22' gas cutaways with lift, 12 ambulatory seats and 2 wheelchair positions)

Price Estimation Table: Select only options available in the contract you are interested in . If there are no choices selected on any given row, we understand that you do not need that option.

Computer users- the rows in yellow have formulas to calculate totals. To make the formulas work, first fi ll out the columns of unit cost $ and quantity# and then right click in the yellow cell and click Update Field.

l lnit Cost x Quantit~

Item':' llnit Cost Quantit) !Total Cost)

Base Vehicle Type (Ford High Top Van 10.360 GVWR, 6.0 Gas) 53,930 I 53,930

Diesel Engine 4,506 I 4,506

2018 Model Year 3,000 I 3,000

Vehicle Description: . ~ ,,;: :.,~~ ,.;i;· > t.,. 1,"<\';;,u.~. \ ' .,@t_:;f~f Floor Plan: Seat Manufacturer Name: Base Seating- Freedman

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F loor P lan/Ambulatory Seats: May choose more than one type of seat if

needed.

Base Seats 665 4 2,660

Foldaway Seat: 1,050 2 2, 100

Child Seat: 0

Other: 0

Securement Systems:

Wheelchair Securement: Q'Straint QRTMAX Slide N Click Securement 845 2 1,690

FORM C-6: CAPITAL REQUEST METHODOLOGY FORM Seat Be lt Extensions: X No Yes, if yes quanti fy 0

Stretcher Securement: X No Yes, if yes quanti fy 0

Wheelchair Lift (Incl ude Vendor Name and Cost) : Braun L9 19 4,600 I 4,600

Engine Type: Chevrolet SPT, 12,300 GVW R, 2 1' 6.0 Gas E350/450

Paint Scheme: X No Yes , if yes quantify 0

Title VI Notice Signs/Plaques:

Equip/Other: Stainless steel wheel liners I inserts, fro nt and rear wheels 0 Equip/Other: Angled R.H. Entry Assist Handrail in addition to all std rai ls. 0

Equip/Other: Finished O.H. Sign Box (ONLY) for use as storage area. 0 Equip/Other: Apoll o Historic GPS Opti on 0

Equip/Other: Altro Transfl or slip resistant vinyl fl ooring E350/450 and Chevy 3500/4500 = ($235); F450/550 and Freightliner = ($365) --GRAY-- 0

Equip/Other: Driver Safety Partition w/ cutout for handhold 0

Equip/Other: Yell ow Powder-Coated handrail s and stanchions (yellow) 0

Equip/Other: Exterior remote controlled mirrors E350/450 and Chevy 3500/4500 = ($205); F450/550 = ($278) 0

Equip/Other: Romeo Rim HELP rear bumper E350/450 and Chevy 3500/4500 = ($568); F550 and Freightliner = ($ 1, 170) 0

Equip/Other: Reverse camera and monitor backing system: Monitor to be mtd below top of dash. 0

Equip/Other: Dimensions vinyl line of coated transit bus seating fabric with antimicrobial

Nanocide 0

Vehicle Subtotal: $ 72,486

Equip/Other: Two-Way Mobile Radio 4,500 I 4,500

Equip/Other: Trapeze A VL System 20,000 I 20,000

Equip/Other: Apoll o 6 Camera Video System 6,980 I 6,980

Equip/Other: Fare Box with Vault 1,200 I 1,200

Equip/Other: Contingency to cover changes or additions 2,000 I 2,000

Equipment Subtotal: $ 34,680

Total: $ 107,166

* Additional items besides those listed on the form can be added by inserting another line or by submitting a sample copy of the order form for the vehicle filled out to your specifications.

Add up the subtotals from all the Capital Request forms you fi lled out for thi s application to arrive at the total . The Total x 80% = Federal Portion (to be shown in block 18(a) of Form 424) .

$107,166

EXHIBIT C

PUBLIC NOTICE

All interested parties are hereby advised that the Manatee County Board of County Commissioners is preparing to apply to the Florida Department of Transportation for capital and operating assistance grants under Section 5310 of the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Act of 1964, as amended. The capital assistance grant application is for the purchase of two (2) replacement buses 2 1' Chevrolet SPT 12,300 GVWR that have an ambulatory seating capacity of 8-10 and 1-2 wheelchair positions; and one (1) Ford High Top Van 10,360 GVWR that has an ambulatory seating capacity of 5 with 2 wheelchair positions . Funding for these capital and operating assistance grants are provided through the FTA Enhanced Mobility of Seniors and Individuals with Disabi lities Program, for a total amount of $845,458; and will be used for the provision of public transit services within the Manatee County Area Transit (MCAT) service area.

A Public Hearing has been scheduled at the MCA T office, 1108 26th A venue East, Bradenton, Florida 34208, Friday, January 27, 20 17 at 10:00 a.m., for the purpose of advising all interested parties of serv ice being contemplated if a grant is awarded, and to ensure that contemplated services would not represent a duplication of current or proposed services provided by existing transit or para transit operators in the service area.

This hearing will be conducted if and only if a written request for the hearing is received by Monday, January 23,2017.

Requests for a hearing must be addressed to Transit Division Manager, Manatee County Public Works, 241 1 Tallevast Road, Sarasota, Florida, 34243 and a copy sent to Transit Project Manager, District One Modal Development!fransit, District One Department of Transportation, P.O. Box 1249, Bartow, Florida 33831.

Florida Law and Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 Prohibits Discrimination in Public accommodation on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, handicap, or of marital status.

Persons believing they have been discriminated against on these conditions may file a complaint with the Florida Commission on Human Relations at 850-488-7082 or 800-342-8170 (voice messaging)

Date:

From:

To:

EXHIBITD Leasing

MEMORANDUM for FTA 5310

December 13, 2016

Vanessa Baugh, Chairman (Typed name and title)

Manatee County Board of County Commissioners/MCAT (Typed or printed agency name)

Florida Department of Transportation, District One Modal Development Office I Public Transit

Subject: YEAR 2017 GRANT APPLICATION TO THE FEDERAL TRANSIT ADMINISTRATION, OPERATING OR CAPITAL ASSISTANCE FOR ENHANCED MOBILITY OF SENIORS AND INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES PROGRAM, 49 UNITED STATES CODE SECTION 5310

Leasing

Will the Manatee County Board of County Commissioners/MCAT, as appli cant to the Federal (Name of applicant agency)

Transit Administration Section 53 10 Program, lease the proposed vehicl e(s) (or any other equipment that may be awarded to the Applicant) to a third party?

XX No

Yes

If yes, specify to whom:

NOTE: It is the responsibility of the applicant agency to ensure District approval of all lease agreements.

Clerk of the Circuit Court 5{: f\~CL LC.Orn~AJJJI.)

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EXHIBITE Federal Certifications and Assurances

NOTE: Federal Transit Admjnistrati on anticipates FY 20 17 Certif icati ons and Assurances to be published in the Federal Register Noti ce and avai lable during the first quarter of FY 201 7. f~p~ ~ signed certification will be suppli ed when it becomes avail able. ,v

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APPLIES TO APPLICANTS FOR CAPITAL ASSISTANCE EXHIBIT G

APPLICANT CERTIFICATION AND ASSURANCE TO FDOT To be completed and signed by an individual authorized by the governing board of the applicant agency and submitted with the grant application.

The Manatee County Board of County Commissioners certifies and assures to the Florida Department of Transportation in regard to its Application under U.S.C. Section 53 10 dated 12/13/2016 :

1) It shall adhere to all Certifi cati ons and Assurances made to the federa l government in its Appli cation. 2) It shall comply with Florida Statues:

a. Section 34 1.051 - Administration and fin ancing of public transit and intercity bus serv ice programs and projects b. Section 34 1.06 1 (2) - Transit Safety Standards; Inspections and System Safety Reviews

3) It shall comply with Florida Administrative Code (Does not app ly to Section 5310 recipients onl y): a. Rule Chapter 14-73 - Pub lic Transportation b. Rule Chapter 14-90 - Equipment and Operational Safety Standards for Bus Transit Systems c. Rule Chapter 14-90.0041 - Medical Examination for Bus System Dri ver d. Rule Chapter 41-2- Definitions ·

4) It shall compl y with the FDOT's: a. Bus Transit System Safety Program Procedure No. 725-030-009 (Does not apply to Section 5310 recipients only) b. Public Transit Substance Abuse Management Program Procedure No. 725-030-035 (Does not apply to Section 53 I 0

recipients only) c. Transit Vehicle Inventory Management Procedure No. 725-030-025 d. Public Transportation Vehicle Leasing Procedure No. 725-030-001 e. Guidelines for Acq ui ring Vehicles f. Procurement Guidance for Transit Agencies Manual (Does not apply to Section 5310 recipients only)

5) It has the fisca l and manageri al capability and lega l authority to fil e the application. 6) Local matching funds will be available to purchase vehicles/equipment at the time an order is placed. 7) It will carry adequate insurance to maintain , repair, or replace project vehicles/equipment in the event of loss or damage due

to an accident or casualty. 8) It wi ll maintain project vehicle /equipment in good working order for the useful life of the vehicles/equipment. 9) It will return project vehicles/equipment to the FDOT if, for any reason, they are no longer needed or used for the purpose

intended. I 0) It recognizes the FDOT's authority to remo ve vehicles/equipment from its premi ses, at no cost to the FDOT, if the FDOT

determines the vehicles/equipment are not used for the purpose intended, improperl y maintained, uninsured, or operated unsafely.

11) It will not enter into any lease of project vehicles/equipment or contract for transportation services with any third party without prior approval o f the FDOT.

12) It will notify the FDOT within 24 hours of any accident or casualty involving project vehicles/equipment, and submit related reports as required by the FDOT.

13) It will notify the FDOT and request assistance if a vehi cle would become unserviceable. 14) It wi ll submit an annual financial audit report to FDOT (FDOTSingleAudit @dot.state. fl .us), if required.


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EXHIBIT I

Coordinated Public Transit-Human Services Transportation Plan

To be completed and signed by an individual authorized by the governing board of the applicant agency and submitted with the grant application.

The Manatee County Board of County Commissioners, certifies and assure to the Florida Department of Transportation in regard to its Application for Assistance under U.S.C. Section 53 10 dated 12/13/16

1) Thi s grant request is deri ved from a coordinated plan compliant with Federal Transit Administration Circular FTA C 9070. 1G.

2) The name of thi s coordinated plan is provided below.

Manatee County Transportation Disadvantaged Service Pl an.

3) The agency that adopted this coordinated pl an is provided below.

Board of County Commi ssioners, Manatee County, Florida.

4) The date the coordinated plan was adopted is provided below.

June 3, 20 13

5) The page number of the coordinated plan that this application supports.

Page 52-55 .

Clerk of the Circuit Court fOI..f:~C1...,_~rn~ll.,l/.c.

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Associates, Inc. Planning and Engineering

June 2013

MANATEE COUNTY TRANSPORTATION DISADVANTAGED COORDINATING BOARD

MEMBERSHIP CERTIFICATION MAY, 2013

SARASOTA/MANATEE METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION 763215TH STREET EAST

SARASOTA, FLORIDA 34243

The Sarasota/Manatee Metropolitan Planning Organization hereby certifies to the following:

1. The membership of the Local Coordinating Board, established pursuant to Rule 41 -2.012{3), FAC, does In fact represent the appropriate parties as Identified in the following list; and

Blii~R!;~ENTAIIQN MEMBI:R ALJ:ERNAT!i TERM

1. CHAIRMAN COMMISSIONER JOHN CHAPPlE NIA N!A

2. ELDERLY JEREMY WHATMOUGH N/A 04122/13-16

3. CITIZENS WITH DISABILITIES DIERDRA WALKER N/A N/A {MANASOTA ARC)

4. CITIZEN ADVOCATE GEORGE MCKAY N/A N!A

5. CITIZEN ADVOCA TEIUSER JOAN MARICE SARDO N!A 04122/13-16

6. PRIVATE NON-PROFIT JEANNINE BUZBEE {VICE-CHAIR) NIA NIA TRANSPOR~PRO~DER {EASTER SEALS S.W. FLA)

7. ECONOMICALLY DIAN MCKINNEY N/A NIA DISADVANTAGED {MANA TEE COMM ACTION CENTER)

8. PUBLIC EDUCATION STEVE MARRIER NIA NIA

9. FOOT JAN PARHAM NIA

10. DEPT. CHILDREN/FAMILIES BRENA SLATER NIA NIA

11 . DMSION OF EDUCATION LORI KENNISON BRUCE EMMERTON NIA {VOC-REHAB)

12. EARLY CHILDHOOD SERVICES VACANT NIA N/A

13. AHCA DONNETTE WAUL N!A NIA

14. FLA. DEPT. ELDER AFFAIRS KRISTINA MELLING NIA NIA

15. VETERAN SER~CES DAVE ZICKAFOOSE NIA NIA

16. WORKFORCE DEVEL. BD. PETERKIZIU NIA NIA

17. MEDICAL COMMUNITY NATALIE VON SUSKIT DIANNE NUGENT NIA {MANATEE CO. HEALTH DEPT)

18. CTC {NO VOTE) MCAT BENITAZARR NIA

19. MEDICAID PROVIDOR {NO VOTE)TMS EDGAR MARTINEZ NIA

20. PLANNING AGENCY {NO VOTE) SARASOTA-MANA TEE MPO JIM VANPELT NIA

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Barriers to Coordination

Based on a review of environmental characteristics and constraints, existing funding, and federal, state,

and local governmental policies, the following barriers to coordination of transportation services in

Manatee County were identified :

• Limited funding and budget reductions are an issue for MCAT, Medicaid, and social agencies

that provide transportation for their clients. The FY2011 and FY2012 FCTD Manatee County

Annual Performance Reports indicate that expenses have exceeded revenues for the provision

of TO services. While the existing MCAT Handy Bus expenses already exceed the revenues,

there is a need for additional Handy Bus operators and the provision of additional passenger

trips.

• Development patterns are occurring on the east side of the county, where limited or no transit

services are available.

• Currently, MCAT and SCAT systems have adopted fare polices that are not consistent. Therefore,

passengers must pay two different fares when transferring between the systems.

• Inconsistent eligibility processes and different agency trip reimbursement rates creates a lack of

coordination between human services agencies.

• Uncertainty about the TO Trust Fund and local funding constraints create barriers to providing

transportation services.

Goals, Objectives, and Strategies

The goals of the TDSP focus on the four major areas identified during the TDSP development process:

funding, coordination, effective and efficient provision of transportation services, and accessing and

transitioning to fixed-route services. The objectives support the completion of the goal. Strategies are

the actions that need to occur to complete the objective and achieve the overall goal. The following

goals, objectives, and strategies have been adopted to guide the provision of ADA and TO services over

the next five years.

Goall: Efficiently and effectively serve the mobility needs of the Transportation Disadvantaged

population in Manatee County within the available funding constraints.

Objective 1.1: Match appropriate transportation services with the identified needs of the TO

population.

Objective 1.2: Maximize the use of the fixed-route system as an alternative to door-to-door

paratransit service.

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Objective 1.3: To the extent possible, manage, operate, and maintain transportation services

in a cost-effective manner.

Objective 1.4: Maximize revenue generation through various sources.

Objective 1.5: Explore opportunities to provide incentives to encourage ADA and TD

passengers to transition to the fixed-route system.

Strategies

• Continue to emphasize the availability of fixed-route discount tickets/passes for agencies

and schools.

• Explore the possibility of requiring the use of fixed-route service for all TD non-sponsored

trips having an origin and destination within the fixed-route service area and a person not

incapable of using the system due to physical or mental impairment. Encourage and allow

dual eligibility for TO clients who can also qualify for ADA-funded paratransit trips when trip

origins and destinations are within %-mile of fixed-route service.

• Continue to work with Trapeze Systems for upgrades and improvements to intake/dispatch

and management systems for paratransit service.

• Increase revenue through advertising, promoting the voluntary dollar option on vehicle

registration renewals, fuel tax refunds, etc.

• Conduct a fare analysis to review the potential revenue generation and impacts of a fare

increase for ADA and TD services.

• Conduct a bus pass analysis to review the potential impacts of implementing a Medicaid and

TO bus pass program.

• Annually review the availability of other transportation providers in Manatee County that

may meet existing needs and gaps in transportation services.

• Disseminate Meals on Wheels transportation service information to residents inquiring

about transit services on the east side of the county and passengers with trips that do not

qualify under the TO program.

• Continue to explore multi-loading opportunities such as group trips to major attractors.

Goal 2: Efficiently and effectively coordinate existing and planned transit service for the

Transportation Disadvantaged population in Manatee County and out-of-county.

Objective 2.1: Coordinate inter-county ADA and TD services with surrounding counties, with

special attention to SCAT Plus service.



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Objective 2.2: Explore opportunities to expand the number of agencies that have signed

coordination agreements with the CTC.

Strategies

• Continue intake and screening for mandatory use of fixed-route versus demand response

service.

• Continue to coordinate with large nursing home facilities to group TD trips to grocery stores

and other destinations.

• Review operating and financial information on a monthly basis for completion of the Annual

Operating Report (AOR) and Service Plan.

• Monitor transportation services provided by social service agencies and churches and

identify additional opportunities for coordination and/or vehicle sharing.

• Continue to offer annual training sessions for coordination contractors on reporting data for

the AOR.

• Notify Coordination Contractors of available TD, FDOT, and Rural Transit Assistance Program

training opportunities.

• Continue to offer technical assistance to agencies in completing and reviewing their

applications for vehicles through the Section 5310 program offered annually by USDOT.

• Establish regularly-scheduled meetings with SCAT to review opportunities for coordination

oftransportation services.

• Contact three human services agencies each year to discuss potential coordination contract

agreements.

Goal 3: Provide safe, reliable, timely, and courteous transportation services.

Objective 3.1: Maintain a paratransit fleet that can meet the TD demand and provide quality

service.

Objective 3.2: Provide amenities at bus stops for riders using the fixed-route service.

Objective 3.3: Continue ongoing driver training.

Objective 3.4: Maximize customer safety and comfort.

Objective 3.5: Increase avenues for customers to access information on the coordinated

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Strategies

• Review vehicle and equipment information in the AOR and Service Plan and develop

strategies to respond to issues and declining performance measures.

• Maintain an adequate vehicle replacement program for paratransit vehicles and equipment,

with a goal average fleet age of five years.

• Acquire new and upgraded paratransit vehicles and equipment, as funding permits.

• Ensure active and ongoing implementation of the System Safety Program Plan.

• Measure and analyze performance standards as a basis for evaluating quality assurance.

• Implement a passenger shelter program for the placement of shelters at major trip

generators and attractors, including grocery stores, retail locations, and medical facilities .

• Inst all bus stop benches at an angle that allows the rider to see when the bus is arriving but

also provides the maximum amount of safety.

• Meet with the dialysis centers to provide education on the operations process and how

delays affect the overall system performance .

• Continue to secure funding for five additional operator positions to be hired in 2014.

• Continue to apply for Section 5310 program and Shirley Conroy grant funds for new and

replacement vehicles.

• Explore opportunities to secure funds to increase frequencies to 30 minutes on existing

fixed-route services.

• Continue to train operators to communicate pertinent traffic information or delays to the

dispatchers who will relay the information on a universal channel to all operators.

• Train operators to communicate late connection information to passengers.

• Increase communication between MCAT and SCAT operators and supervisors .

• Meet or exceed the 95 percent on-t ime performance goal set for CTC service delivery.

• Update the Ride Guide, as necessary.

• Conduct travel training workshops and training to organizations that serve persons with

disabilities.

Goal 4: Encourage land use development patterns that support transit services for the provision of a

more cost-effective and efficient transportation system.

Objective 4.1: Improve local knowledge of the benefits of transit-friendly land uses.

Strategies

• Encourage the expansion of the development review process to include the consideration of

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• Work with other county departments to adopt and promote a model land development

regulation that encourages transit patronage through transit-oriented development (TOO).

• Support land development regulations that require transit amenities to be provided in new

developments.

Goal 5: Improve pedestrian accessibility to multimodal transportation options in Manatee County.

Objective 5.1 : Provide opportunities for ADA and TD passengers to safely access multimodal

transportation options.

Strategies

• Maximize the effective transfer of ADA and TD passengers to the fixed-route system through

the use of functional assessments, travel training, and other efforts to make fixed-route

service accessible to more people.

• Develop incentives, including discounted bus passes, to encourage ADA and TO passengers

to transition to the fixed-route system.

• Use a 100 percent accessible fleet.

• Complete an inventory of existing bus stops and review each stop for possible ADA

accessibility improvements.

• Ensure that new bus stops are accessible to persons with disabilities and meet ADA

Accessibility Guidelines (ADAAG) compliance requirements .

• Implement consistent signage with larger lettering to accommodate persons with visual

impairments.

Implementation Plan

Manatee County's Five-Year Implementation Plan was derived from the goals, objectives, and strategies

described. The implementation schedule includes the strategy/improvement to be implemented, the

responsible party for accomplishment, the anticipated beginning and ending dates, and any known

costs. The costs are derived based on MCAT previous expenses and average industry costs, as

appropriate . The costs shown are for the actual items listed and do not include staff cost related to

implementation. The improvements are presented in Table 20 in chronological order.



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EXHIBIT J Standard Lobbying Certification Form

NOTE: All grant awards issued to a recipient in the amount of $100,000 or more must include a signed standard lobbying form.

The Manatee County Board of County Commi ssioners certifies, to the best of hj s or her knowledge and belief, that:

(1) No Federal appropriated funds have been paid or wi ll be paid, by or on behalf of the undersigned, to any person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of an agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress in connecti on with the awarding of any Federal contract, the making of any Federal grant, the making of any Federal loan, the entering into of any cooperati ve agreement, and the extension, continuation, renewal, amendment, or modification of any Federal contract, grant, loan, or cooperati ve agreement.

(2) If any funds other than Federal appropri ated funds have been paid or will be paid to any person for making lobbying contacts to an officer or employee of any agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or empl oyee of Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress in connection with this Federal contract, grant, loan, or cooperative agreement, the undersigned shall complete and submit Standard Form--LLL, "Disclosure Form to Report Lobbying," (a copy the form can be obtained from http://www.dot.state .fl .us/transit/Pages/grantsadministration.shtm) in accordance with its instructions [as amended by "Government wide Guidance for New Restrictions on Lobbying, " 61 Fed. Reg. 14 13 (1/1 9/96). Note: Language in paragraph (2) herein has been modi fied in accordance with Section 10 of the Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995 (P.L. 104-65 , to be codified at 2 U.S.C. 1601 , et seq.)]

(3) The undersigned shall require that the language of this certi fication be included in the award documents for all subawards at all ti ers (including subcontracts, subgrants, and contracts under grants, loans, and cooperati ve agreements) and that all subrecipients shall certify and di sclose accordingly.

Thi s certification is a material representation of fact upon which reliance was placed when this transaction was made or entered into. Submission of thi s certi fication is a prerequisite for maki ng or entering into this transaction imposed by 3 1, U.S.C. § 1352 (as amended by the Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995) . Any person who fa ils to fil e the required certification shall be subj ect to a civil penalty of not less than $ 10,000 and not more than $ 100,000 for each such failure.

[Note: Pursuant to 31 U.S.C. § 1352(c)( l )-(2)(A), any person who makes a prorubited expenditure or fails to file or amend a required certification or di sclosure form shall be subject to a civil penalty of not less than $ 10,000 and not more than $ 100,000 fo r each such expenditure or failure.]

The Contractor, Manatee County Board of County Comrru ss ioners, certifies or affirms the truthfulness and accuracy of each statement of its certification and disclosure, if any. In additi on, the Contractor understands and agrees that the provisions of 3 1 U.S.C. A 3801 , et seq., apply to this certification and disclosure, if any.


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EXHIBITL Coordination

Contract # TD1613

Effective: 10/01/2016 to 6/30/2021

STATE OF FLORIDA COMMISSION FOR THE TRANSPORTATION DISADVANTAGED

MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT

This Memorandum of Agreement is between the COMMISSION FOR THE TRANSPORTATION DISADVANTAGED, hereby referred to as the "Commission," and Manatee County Board of County Commissioners. 1108 26th Avenue E. Bradenton, Florida, 34208. the COMMUNITY TRANSPORTATION COORDINATOR, designated pursuant to Chapter 427, F.S., to serve the transportation disadvantaged for the community that includes the entire area of Manatee County(ies), and hereafter referred to as the "Coordinator."

This Agreement is made in consideration of the mutual benefits to both parties; said consideration acknowledged hereto by the parties as good and valuable consideration.

The Parties Agree:

I. The Coordinator Shall:

A. Become and remain totally apprised of all of the Transportation Disadvantaged resources available or planned in their designated service area. This knowledge will be used to plan, coordinate, and implement the most cost effective transportation disadvantaged transit system possible under the economic and other conditions that exist in the designated service area.

B. Plan and work with Community Transportation Coordinators in adjacent and other areas of the state to coordinate the provision of community trips that might be handled at a lower overall cost to the community by another Coordinator. This includes honoring any Commission-approved statewide certification program that allows for intercounty transportation opportunities.

C. Arrange for all services in accordance with Chapter 427, Florida Statutes, and Rule 41-2, FAG, and as further required by the Commission and the local Coordinating Board approved Transportation Disadvantaged Service Plan.

D. Return any acquired profits or surplus funds originating through the course of business as the Coordinator that are beyond the amounts(s) specifically identified and approved in the accompanying Transportation Disadvantaged Service Plan. Such profits or funds shall be returned to the Coordinator's transportation system or to any subsequent Coordinator, as a total transportation system subsidy, to be applied to the immediate following operational year. The Coordinator will include similar language in all coordination contracts to assure that transportation disadvantaged related revenues are put back into transportation disadvantaged services.

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E. Accomplish this Project by:

1. Developing a Transportation Disadvantaged Service Plan for approval by the local Coordinating Board and the Commission. Coordinators who are newly designated to a particular service area shall submit a local Coordinating Board approved Transportation Disadvantaged Service Plan, within 120 calendar days following the execution of the Coordinator's initial memorandum of agreement with the Commission, for approval by the Commission. All subsequent Transportation Disadvantaged Service Plans shall be submitted and approved with the corresponding memorandum of agreement. The approved Transportation Disadvantaged Service Plan will be implemented and monitored to provide for community-wide transportation services for purchase by non-sponsored transportation disadvantaged persons, contracting social service agencies, and other entities that use local, state, or federal government funds for the purchase of transportation for the transportation disadvantaged.

2. Maximizing the use of available public school transportation resources and public fixed route or fixed schedule transit services and assuring that private or public transit, paratransit operators, and school boards have been afforded a fair opportunity to participate to the maximum extent feasible in the planning process and in the development of the provisions of the Transportation Disadvantaged Service Plan for the transportation disadvantaged.

3. Providing or arranging 24-hour, 7 -day per week transportation disadvantaged service as required in the designated service area by any Federal, State or local Government agency sponsoring such services. The provision of said services shall be furnished in accordance with the prior notification requirements identified in the local Coordinating Board and Commission approved Transportation Disadvantaged Service Plan.

4. Complying with all local, state, and federal laws and regulations that app!y to the provision of transportation disadvantaged services.

5. Submitting to the Commission an Annual Operating Report detailing demographic, operational, and financial data regarding coordination activities in the designated service area. The report shall be prepared on forms provided by the Commission and according to the instructions of said forms.

F. Comply with Audit and Record Keeping Requirements by:

1. Utilizing the Commission recognized Chart of Accounts defined in the Transportation Accounting Consortium Model Uniform Accounting System for Rural and Specialized Transportation Providers (uniform accounting system) for all transportation disadvantaged accounting and reporting purposes. Community Transportation Coordinators with existing and equivalent accounting systems are not required to adopt the Chart of Accounts in lieu of their existing Chart of Accounts but shall prepare all reports, invoices, and fiscal documents relating to the transportation disadvantaged functions and activities using the chart of accounts and accounting definitions as outlined in the above referenced manual.

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2. Assuming the responsibility of invoicing for any transportation services arranged, unless otherwise stipulated by a purchase of service contract or coordination contract.

3. Maintaining and filing with the Commission, local Coordinating Board, and all purchasing agencies/entities such progress, fiscal, inventory, and other reports as those entities may require during the period of this Agreement.

4. Providing copies of finance and compliance audits to the Commission and local Coordinating Board as requested by the Commission or local Coordinating Board.

G. Retain all financial records, supporting documents, statistical records, and any other documents pertinent to this Agreement for a period of five (5) years after tennination of this Agreement. If an audit has been initiated and audit findings have not been resolved at the end of five (5) years, the records shall be retained until resolution of the audit findings. The Coordinator shall assure that these records shall be subject to inspection, review, or audit at all reasonable times by persons duly authorized by the Commission or this Agreement. They shall have full access to and the right to examine any of the said records and documents during the retention period.

H. Comply with Safety Requirements by:

1. Complying with Section 341 .061, F.S., and Rule 14-90, FAC, concerning System Safety; or complying with Chapter 234.051, F.S., regarding school bus safety requirements for those services provided through a school board; and

2. Assuring compliance with local, state, and federal laws, and Commission policies relating to drug testing. Conduct drug and alcohol testing for safety sensitive job positions wrthin the coordinated system regarding pre-employment, randomization, post-accident, and reasonable suspicion as required by the Federal Highway Administration and the Federal Transit Administration.

I. Comply with Commission insurance requirements by maintaining at least minimum liability insurance coverage in the amount of $200,000 for any one person and $300,000 per occurrence at all times during the existence of this Agreement for all transportation services purchased or provided for the transportation disadvantaged through the Community Transportation Coordinator. Upon the execution of this Agreement, the Coordinator shall add the Commission as an additional named insured to all insurance policies covering vehicles transporting the transportation disadvantaged. In the event of any cancellation or changes in the limits of liability in the insurance policy, the insurance agent or broker shall notify the Commission. The Coordinator shall insure that contracting transportation operators and coordination contractors also maintain the same minimum liability insurance, or an equal governmental insurance program. Insurance coverage in excess of $1 million per occurrence must be approved by the Commission and the local Coordinating Board before inclusion in the Transportation Disadvantaged Service Plan or in the justification of rates and fare structures. Such coverage may be provided by a self-insurance program established and operating under the laws of the State of Florida and written verification of insurance protection in accordance with Section 768.28, Florida Statutes, shall be provided to the Commission upon request.

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J . Safeguard information by not using or disclosing any information concerning a user of services under this Agreement for any purpose not in conformity with the local, state and federal regulations (45 CFR, Part 205.50), except upon order of a court, written consent of the recipient, or his/her responsible parent or guardian when authorized by law.

K. Protect Civil Rights by:

1. Complying with state and federal laws including but not limited to laws regarding discrimination on the basis of sex, race, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, or national origin. The Coordinator gives this assurance in consideration of and for the purpose of obtaining federal grants, loans, contracts (except contracts of insurance or guaranty), property, discounts, or other federal financial assistance to programs or activities receiving or benefiting from federal financial assistance and agreeing to complete a Civil Rights Compliance Questionnaire if so requested by the Commission.

2. Agreeing that compliance with this assurance constitutes a condition of continued receipt of or benefrt from federal financial assistance, and that it is binding upon the Coordinator, its successors, subcontractors, transferee, and assignees for the period during which such assistance is provided. Assure that all operators, subcontractors, subgrantee, or others with whom the Coordinator arranges to provide services or benefits to participants or employees in connection with any of its programs and activities are not discriminating against those participants or employees in violation of the above statutes, regulations, guidelines, and standards. In the event of failure to comply, the Coordinator agrees that the Commission may, at its discretion, seek a court order requiring compliance with the terms of this assurance or seek other appropriate judicial or administrative relief, to include assistance being terminated and further assistance being denied.

L. To the extent allowed by Section 768.28, Florida Statutes, and only to the monetary and other limitations contained therein, indemnify and hold harmless tt"te Commission and all of the Commission's members, officers, agents, and employees; purchasing agency/entity officers, agents, and employees; and the local, state, and federal governments from any claim, loss, damage, cost, charge or expense arising out of any act, action, neglect or omission by the Coordinator during the performance of this Agreement, whether direct or indirect, and whether to any person or property to which the Commission or said parties may be subject, except that neither the Coordinator nor any of its sub-contractors will be liable under this section for damages arising out of injury or damage to persons or property directly caused or resulting from the sole negligence of the Commission or any of its members, officers, agents or employees; purchasing agency/entity, officers, agents, and employees; and local, state, or federal governments. Nothing herein is intended to serve as a waiver of sovereign immunity by any agency/entity or Coordinator to which sovereign immunity may be applicable. Nothing herein shall be construed as consent by a state agency/entity or political subdivision of the State of Florida or the federal government to be sued by third parties in any matter arising out of any Agreement or contract. Notwithstanding the foregoing, pursuant to Section 768.28, Florida Statutes, no agency or subdivision of the state shall be required to indemnify, insure, or assume any liability for the Commission's negligence.

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M. Comply with standards and performance requirements of the Commission, the local Coordinating Board approved Transportation Disadvantaged Service Plan, and any purchase of service contracting agencies/entities. Failure to meet the requirements or obligations set forth in this MOA, and perf.ormance requirements established and monitored by the local Coordinating Board in the approved Transportation Disadvantaged Service Plan, shall be due cause for non-payment of reimbursement invoices until such deficiencies have been addressed or corrected to the satisfaction of the Commission.

N. Comply with subcontracting requirements by executing or negotiating contracts for transportation services with Transportation Operators and Coordination Contractors, and assuring that the conditions of such contracts are maintained. The requirements of Part 1, Paragraph E.5. through M are to be included in all contracts, subcontracts, coordination contracts, and assignments made by the Coordinator for services under this Agreement. Said contracts, subcontracts, coordination contracts, and assignments will be reviewed and approved annually by the Coordinator and local Coordinating Board for conformance with the requirements of this Agreement.

0. Comply with the following requirements concerning drivers and vehicles:

1. Drivers for paratransit services, including coordination contractors, shall be required to announce and identify themselves by name and company in a manner that is conducive to communications with the specific passenger, upon pickup of each rider, group of riders, or representative, guardian, or associate of the rider, except in situations where the driver regularly transports the rider on a recurring basis. Each driver must have photo identification that is in view of the passenger. Name patches, inscriptions or badges that affix to driver clothing are acceptable. For transit services, the driver photo identification shall be in a conspicuous location in the vehicle.

2. The paratransit driver shall provide the passenger with boarding assistance, if necessary or requested, to the seating portion of the vehicle. The boarding assistance shall include opening the vehicle door, fastening the seat belt or utilization of wheelchair securement devices, storage of mobility assistive devices, and closing the vehicle door. In certain paratransit service categories, the driver may also be required to open and close doors to buildings, except in situations in which assistance in opening/closing building doors would not be safe for passengers remaining on the vehicle. Assisted access must be in a dignified manner. Drivers may not assist wheelchair up or down more than one step, unless it can be performed safely as determined by the passenger, guardian, and driver.

3. All vehicles shall be equipped with two-way communications in good working order and be audible to the driver at all times to the base.

4. All vehicles providing service within the coordinated system, shall have working air conditioners and heaters in each vehicle. Vehicles that do not have a working air conditioner or heater will be scheduled for repair or replacement as soon as possible.

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P. Comply with other requirements as follows:

1. Transport an escort of a passenger and dependent children as locally negotiated and identified in the local Transportation Disadvantaged Service Plan.

2. Determine locally in the Transportation Disadvantaged Service Plan, the use, responsibility, and cost of child restraint devices.

3. Transport with the passenger at no additional charge, passenger property that can be carried by the passenger and/or driver in one trip and can be safely stowed on the vehicle. Additional requirements may be negotiated for carrying and loading rider property beyond this amount. Passenger property does not include wheelchairs, child seats, stretchers, secured oxygen, personal assistive devices, or intravenous devices.

4. Provide shelter, security, and safety of passengers at vehicle transfer points.

5. Post a local or other toll-free number for complaints or grievances inside each vehicle. The local complaint process shall be outlined as a section in the local Transportation Disadvantaged Service Plan including advising the dissatisfied person about the Commission's Ombudsman Program as a step within the process as approved by the local Coordinating Board.

6. Provide out-of-service-area trips, when determined locally and approved by the local Coordinating Board, except in instances where local ordinances prohibit such trips.

7. Keep interior of all vehicles free from dirt, grime, oil, trash, torn upholstery, damaged or broken seats, protruding metal or other objects or materials which could soil items placed in the vehicle or provide discomfort for the passenger.

8. Determine locally by the local Coordinating Board and provide in the local Transportation Disadvantaged Service Plan the billing requirements of the Community Transportation Coordinator. All bills shall be paid to subcontractors within 7 calendar days after receipt of said payment by the Coordinator, in accordance with Section 287.0585, Florida Statutes.

9. Maintain or have access to a passenger/trip database on each rider being transported within the system.

10. Provide each rider and escort, child, or personal care attendant adequate seating for paratransit services. No more passengers than the registered passenger seating capacity shall be scheduled or transported in a vehicle at any time. For transit services provided by transit vehicles, adequate seating or standing space will be provided to each rider and escort, child, or personal care attendant, and no more passengers than the registered passenger seating or standing capacity shall be scheduled or transported in a vehicle at any time.

11 . First Aid shall be determined locally and provided in the local Transportation Disadvantaged Service Plan.

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12. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation shall be determined locally and provided in the local Transportation Disadvantaged Service Plan.

II. The Commission Shall:

A. Recognize the Coordinator as the entity described in Section 427.011(5), Florida Statutes, and Rule 41-2.002(4), F.A.C.

B. Attempt to insure that all entities with transportation disadvantaged funds will purchase transportation disadvantaged services through the Coordinator's system.

Ill. The Coordinator and the Commission Further Agree:

A. Nothing in this Agreement shall require the Commission to observe or enforce compliance with any provision thereof, perform any other act or do any other thing in contravention of any applicable state law. If any of the provisions of this Agreement is found by a court of law to violate any applicable state law, the purchasing agency/entity will at once notify the Commission in writing in order that appropriate changes and modifications may be made by the Commission and the Coordinator to the end that the Coordinator may proceed as soon as possible with the provision of transportation services.

B. If any part or provision of this Agreement is held invalid, the remainder of this Agreement shall be binding on the parties hereto.

C, Termination Conditions:

1. Termination at Will - This Agreement may be terminated by either party upon no less than thirty (30) days notice, without cause. Said notice shall be delivered by certified mail, return receipt required, or in person with proof of delivery.

2. Termination for Breach - Unless the Coordinator's breach is waived by the Commission in writing, the Commission may, by written notice to the Coordinator, terminate this Agreement upon no less than twenty-four (24) hours notice. Said notice shall be delivered by certified mail, return receipt requested, or in person with proof of delivery. Waiver by the Commission of breach of any provision of this Agreement shall not be deemed to be a waiver of any other breach and shall not be construed to be a modification of the terms of this Agreement, and shall not act as a waiver or estoppel to enforcement of any provision of this Agreement The provisions herein do not limit the Commission's right to remedies at law or to damages.

D. This agreement .will expire unless an extension is granted to the Coordinator in writing by the Commission, in accordance with Chapter 287, Florida Statutes.

E. Renegotiations or Modifications of this Agreement shall only be valid when they have been reduced to writing, duly approved by the Commission, and signed by both parties hereto.

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F. Notice and Contact:

The name and address of the contract manager for the Commission for this Agreement is: Executive Director, 605 Suwannee Street, MS-49, Tallahassee, FL 32399..o450. The representative/position of the Coordinator responsible for administration of the program under this Agreement is:

Mr. Bill Steele. Transit Division Manager. 1108 26th Avenue E. Bradenton. Florida. 34208

In the event that either party designates different representatives after execution of this Agreement, notice of the name and address of the new representative will be rendered in writing to the other party and said notification attached to originals of this Agreement.

and approved by the local Coordinating Board at y:

WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have caused these presents to be executed.

COMMUNITY TRANSPORTATION COORDINATOR:

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STATE OF FLORIDA, COMMISSION FOR THE TRANSPORTATION DISADVANTAGED:

Steven Holmes Printed Name of Authorized Individual

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Executive Director

December 16, 2016

Mr. John Meyer Principal Planner Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council 4000 Gateway Center Boulevard, Suite 100 Pinellas Park, Florida 33782-6141

RE: Intergovernmental Coordination and Review Request

Dear Mr. Meyer:


Enclosed please find a copy of the 2017 Capital and Operating Assistance applications for the Federal Transit Administration (FT A) Section 5310 Formula Grants for the Enhance Mobility of Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities in the total amount of $845,458 to the Regional Planning Council for Intergovernmental Coordination and Review ("IC&R"). This application, once executed by the Manatee County Board of Commissioners, will be submitted to the Florida Department of Transportation for consideration in the 2017/2018 funding cycle.

Please let me know if additional information would be helpful in your review. A response is requested at your earliest convenience. I can be reached by telephone at (941) 747-8621 Ext 7440 or via e-mail at [email protected].

Sincerely,

William P. Steele Transit Division Manager

cc: Ron Schulhofer, Public Works Department Director Chad Butzow, Public Works Department Deputy Director Carmen Shuler Mosley, Public Works Fiscal Service Manager Edrick Sweeting, Grants Administrator

PRISCILLA TRACE * CHARLES B. SMITH * STEPH EN JONSSON * ROBIN DiSABATINO * VANESSA BAUGH * CAROL WHITMORE * BETSY BENAC

District 1 Distnct 2 Dtstnct 3 Dtstrict 4 Dtstnct 5 District 6 District 7

December 16, 201 6

Mr. Jim Van Pelt Public Transportation Planner Sarasota Manatee Metropolitan Planning Organization 7632 151h Street East Sarasota, Florida 34243-0561

RE: Request for Local Coordinating Board Review of Grant Application

Dear Mr. Van Pelt,


Enclosed please find a copy of the 2017 Capital and Operating Assistance applications for the Federal Transit Administration (FT A) Section 5310 Formula Grants for the Enhance Mobility of Senior and Individuals with Di sabilities in the total amount of $845,458 for review by the Sarasota Manatee Metropolitan Planning Organization, Local Coordinating Board (LCB). This application, once executed by the Manatee County Board of Commiss ioners, will be submitted to the Florida Department of Transportation for consideration in the 2017/2018 funding cycle.

We request that review of this grant application for coordination purposes be conducted by the LCB at its next regularly scheduled meeting. If additional information would be helpful for the review process, do not hesitate to contact me. I can be reached by telephone at (941) 747-8621 Ext 7440 or via e-mail at [email protected].

Sincerely,


cc: Ron Schulhofer, Public Works Department Director Chad Butzow, Public Works Department Deputy Director Carmen Shuler Mosley, Public Works Fiscal Service Manager Edrick Sweeting, Grants Administrator

PRISCILLA TRACE* CHARLES B. SMITH * STEPHEN JONSSON * ROBIN DiSABATINO * VAN ESSA BAUGH * CAROL WHITMORE * BETSY BENAC

District 1 District 2 District 3 Distm t 4 District 5 District 6 Distnct 7

CHECKLIST OF APPLICATION COMPLETENESS APPLIES TO APPLICANTS FOR OPERATING ASSISTANCE (ONLY)

Name of Applicant: Manatee County Area Transit, Manatee County Board of County Commissioners

Check One: First Time Applicant: Previous Applicant: XX --------

The foll owing must be included in the Section 5310 Grant application in the following order:

XX Checkli st for Application Completeness (thi s form)

XX Applicant' s cover letter (see appendix 11 .3 for Sample)

XX Two (2) copies of the governing board 's Resolution (see appendi x 11 .2 for Sample)

XX Application for Federal Assistance (Form 424, Code 20.513)

XX Exhibit A: Current System Description

XX Exhibit A-1 : Fact Sheet

XX Exhibit B: Proposed Proj ect Description

XX Forms B-1 and B-2 (Operating and Admini strative Expense and Revenue Form; Grant Request.)

XX Forms B-3 Proof of local match

N/ A Form B-4: Breakdown of Transportation Cost (Per Hour or Per Trip Only One or the Other)

N/A Form B-5 : Calculating Service Area Percentage

XX Exhibit E: Federal Certifications and Assurances

XX Exhibit I: Coordinated Public Transit-Human Services Transportation Plan

XX Exhibit J: Standard Lobbying Certification Form

XX Exhibit L: Coordination

N/A Exhibit M: Standard Transportation Operating Procedure (if agency recieves 5310 funding onl y)

N/A Copy of Certification of Incorporation (if a private-non-profit agency)

N/A Proof of non-profit status (if a private-non-profit agency)

XX Copy of the Title VI Plan

December 16, 20 16

Ms. Michelle Peronto Modal Project Manager Florida Department of Transportation P.O. Box 1249 Bartow, Florida 33831-1249

Public Admir 1022: Brade Phone WWW.J

RE: Section 5310 Formula Grants for the Enhanced Mobility of Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities Operating Grant Application, FFY 2017

Dear Ms. Peronto,

Manatee County submits this application for the Section 5310 Program Grant and agrees to comply with all assurances and exhibits attached hereto and by this reference made a part thereof, as itemized in the Checklist for Application Completeness.

Manatee County further agrees, to the extent provided by law (in case of a government agency in accordance with Sections 129.07 and 768.28, Florida Statutes) to indemnify, defend and hold harmless the Department and all of its officers, agents and employees from any claim, loss, damage, cost, charge, or expense arising out of the non-compliance by the Agency, its officers, agents or employees, with any of the assurances stated in this Application.

This application is submitted on this 16th day of December, 2016 with two (2) original resolutions R-16-175 authorizing County Commission Chairperson to sign this application .

Sincerely,


cc: Ron Schulhofer, Public Works Department Director Chad Butzow, Public Works Department Deputy Director Carmen Shuler-Mosley, Public Works Fiscal Service Manager Edrick Sweeting, Grants Administrator

LARRY BUSTLE* MICHAEL GALLEN* JOHN R. CHAPPlE* ROBIN DiSABATINO* VANESSA BAUGH* CAROL WHITMORE* BETSY BENAC

District 1 District 2 District 3 District 4 District 5 District 6 District 7

RESOLUT10N R-16-175

A RESOLUTION OF THE MANATEE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS AUTHORIZING THE SIGNING AND SUBMISSION OF AN ANNUAL GRANT APPLICATION AND SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS AND ASSURANCES TO THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, THE ACCEPTANCE OF A GRANT AWARD FROM THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION AND THE PURCHASE OF VEHICLES AND/OR EQUIPMENT AND/OR EXPENDITURE OF CAPITAL/OPERATING ASSISTANCE GRANT FUNDS PURSUANT TO A GRANT AWARD.

WHEREAS, the Manatee County Board of County Commissioners/Manatee County Area Transit (MCAT) has the authority to apply for and accept grants and make purchases and/or expend funds pursuant to grant awards made by the Florida Department of Transportation as authorized by Chapter 34 1, Florida Statutes and/or by the Federal Transit Ad ministration (FT A) Act of 1964, as amended; and

WHEREAS, the Florida Department of Transportation (FOOT) has the authority to admini ster FTA Section 53 10 Program funding as the Designated Recip ient for the Sarasota/Bradenton urbanized area (UZA).


1. This resolution applies to Federal Program(s) under U.S.C. Section(s) 53 10 Formula Grants for the Enhanced Mobility of Seniors and Individual s with Disabilities.

2. The Chairperson or in their absence, the Vice Chairperson, is hereby authorized to sign the application and accept the grant award, and sign a J o int P a rt i c i patio n Agreement ( JPA) for both capital and operating assistance funding ; and upon JPA execution, staff is authorized to proceed with purchase of vehicles/equipment and/or expenditure of capital/operating grant funds pursuant to a grant award, and approval for FY 2017/ 18 Section 53 10 funding, unless specifi cally rescinded.

3. The BOARD authorizes the Transit Division Manager to sign any and all assurances , reimbursement invo ices, warranties, certificat ions and other documents which may be required in connection with the application or subsequent agreements.

Pass And Duly Adopted, with a quorum present and voting, this 131h day of December, 2016.

ATTEST: ANGELINA COLONNESO Clerk of the Circuit Court

By: ______________________ _

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

OF M ANATEE COUNTY, FLORIDA

By: ________________ __ Vanessa Baugh, Chairman


* 1. Type of Submission: * 2. Type of Application: • If Revision, select appropriate letter(s):

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• a. Legal Name: )Manatee county Board of County Commissioner/MeAT

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f. Name and contact information of person to be contacted on matters involving this application:

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Title: !Grants Administrator

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* Email: IEdrick .Sweeting@mymanatee .org

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JFederal Transit Administration I 11. Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance Number:

120 . 513 I CFDA Title:

~ Enhanced Mobility of Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities

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14. Areas Affected by Project (Cities, Counties, States, etc.):

luzA Map Sarasota 2014.pdf I I Add Attachment II Delete Attachment II View Attachment I * 15. Descriptive Title of Applicant's Project:

Operating assistance for the Enhanced Mobility of Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities Program and procurement of ADA accessible vehicles.

Attach supporting documents as specified in agency instructions.

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16. Congressional Districts Of:

• a. Applicant • b. Program/Project !16 , 17

Attach an additional list of Program/Project Congressional Districts if needed.

I I I Add Attachment I I Delete Attachment II View Attachment I 17. Proposed Project:

• a. Start Date: '11_0_/_0_1_/_2_0_1_7...,1

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• 19. Is Appl ication Subject to Review By State Under Executive Order 12372 Process?

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D a. This application was made available to the State under the Executive Order 12372 Process for review on IL_ ____ __,I ~ b. Program is subject to E.O. 12372 but has not been selected by the State for review.

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• 20. Is the Applicant Delinquent On Any Federal Debt? (If "Yes," provide explanation in attachment.)

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I I I Add Attachment I I Delete Attachment II View Attachment I 21 . *By signing this application, I certify (1) to the statements contained in the list of certifications** and (2) that the statements herein are true, complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I also provide the requ ired assurances** and agree to comply with any resulting terms if I accept an award. I am aware that any false, fictitious, or fraudulent statements or claims may subject me to criminal, civil, or administrative penalties. (U.S. Code, Title 218, Sect ion 1001)

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•• The list of certifications and assurances, or an internet site where you may obtain th is list, is contained in the announcement or agency specific instructions.

Authorized Representative:

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EXHIBIT A

CURRENT SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

The Manatee County Board of County Commi ssioners (BOCC) serves as the Community Transportation Coordinator (CTC) for Manatee County. The BOCC was origi nally designated as the CTC in October 1990 and gave authori ty to Manatee County Area Transi t (MCAT) for carrying out the day-to-day implementation activities. MCAT continues to serve in the CTC implementing role and the BOCC recently signed a new Five-Year Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with the Florida Commission for the Transportation Disadvantaged (FCfD).

The Transit Di vision is under the jurisdiction of the Manatee County BOCC, and the Transit Di vision Manager reports to the Director of the County's Public Works Department. The attached sheet provides an organi zational chart of the CTC and Florida Commi ssion for Transportation Disadvantaged (FCTD) process. While MCAT is considered a partial broker, it functions as a sole source provider for transportation under the Transportation Disadvantaged (TD) program. As the CTC, Manatee County also contracts with local pri vate nonprofit agencies that have their own vehicles for the primary purpose of transporting agency special needs clients; and many times, specialized staff counseling and assistance is provided by the agency staff during transport, to effectively deal with the special needs of agency clients; all of these "brokered" trips are part of the Transportation Disadvantaged (TD) "coordinated system."

As the CTC implementing agency, MCAT performs the required elements of program oversight and coordination for the Transportati on Disadvantaged (TD) Program in Manatee County, e.g., Service Planning, Public Information and Marketing, Call Intake, Eligibility Certification, Reservations, Scheduling, Service Provision, Reporting, CostSharing, and Information Sharing. In fact, MCAT staff just recentl y initiated the Public Engagement process for the major update to the Transportation Disadvantaged Service Plan (TDSP); and staff continues to receive public input as part of the plan update process.

On March 1, 2005, the Manatee County BCC elected to discontinue the coordination of non-emergency Medicaid transportation services under the CTC. As of April 30, 2005, non-emergency Medicaid transportation is sponsored by the FCTD; and the FCTD entered into a contract with Transportation Management Services, Inc. (TMS) to provide Medicaid transportation services for Manatee County residents that require transportati on service in order to access Medicaid-compensable medical services; and other agencies serve in thi s capacity today.

Presently, MCAT is the major public transportation provider in Manatee County and stri ves to improve the quality of life for County residents and visitors by providing, in a cost effi cient manner, a readily-accessible, intermodal means of mobility, and by providing alternati ve means of transportation to minimize impacts of traffi c congestion on major roads in Manatee County. Presently, MCAT operates 23 buses in peak service on its fi xed route system including the Island Trolley system, which uses four (4) Trolley vehicles.

Recentl y added fi xed route services include the North County ConneXion service route, connecting Palmetto to Rubonia, via the US Highway 4 1 corridor; Route 12 service along the SR 70 corridor from the DeSoto Transit Station to the Wai-Mart at Interstate 75; and new limited stop, express Regional Transit Service (RTS) connecting Manatee and Pinellas County, via Interstate 275. Thi s new RTS is known as the Skyway ConneXion, and provides transit system connecti vity between the MCAT and Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority (PSTA) transit systems. Effecti ve November 12,2016, service frequency improved along the Manatee Avenue (Route 3) corridor, to provide 30-minute service frequency for weekday and Saturday service, and facilitate development for the "core network" of fi xed routes, whk h carry approximately 72 percent of system ridership. Commensurate with the service enhancement for Route 3 on November 12th, MCAT interlined all of the Palmetto area routes, so that all of these routes provide connecti vity with the downtown Bradenton Transit Station ; previously, passengers coming from Palmetto/Rubonia/Ellenton had to make a transfer connection at the Palmetto Station or along Business US Highway 41 to cross the Manatee River and access Downton Bradenton . Finally, MCAT initiated

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EXHIBIT A Current System Description

the US 30 1 ConneXion service as a para transit "feeder" service for access to the new Manatee County Transit Fleet Facility (MCTFF) along US Highway 301 in southern Manatee County; and passengers schedule US 301 ConneXion rides using next-day scheduling services, and fi xed route access to/from the ConneXion is available at either the Goodwill off-street transfer point on 15th Street East or the off-street transfer poi nt at the SarasotaBradenton Internati onal Airport.

Complementary paratransit service is provided in the larger urbanized area which includes Bradenton, Palmetto, Anna Maria, Holmes Beach, and Bradenton Beach utili zing 22 Handy Buses in peak service. The entire MCAT fleet is equipped with wheelchair li fts or ramps that are compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) implementing regulati ons. Additional TD paratransit service is provided throughout the remaining portions of unincorporated Manatee County. MCAT' s obj ecti ves are to maintain and improve the availabili ty and efficiency of service, upgrade passenger service and amenities , properl y maintain transit facilities and equipment though ongoing preventative maintenance programs, offer advanced technology, marketing, transportation planning coordination , and ensure adequate funding and public involvement processes.

Presently, Manatee County maintains a total fl eet of 37 fi xed route/trolley vehicles and 32 paratransit (i.e. , Handy Buses). There are 89 approved transit operator positons in the FY 201611 7 Operating Budget; and each transit operator completes a comprehensive six-week training program, and each operator is cross-trained to have the capability to work the full array of transit, trolley and paratransit vehicles and ervices; and all Operators have a current Florida Commercial Driver's License (CDL) . All operators are requi red to have a complete physical exam every two years and all such operating and safety implementing regulations are audited by the Florida Department of Transportati on (FDOT) on a two-year cycle to ensure ongoing compliance.

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Transportation Disadvantaged

Coordinated Transportation System Organization

May contract

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Designates

Designated Official Planning Agency

Appoints and Staffs

Commission for the Transportation Disadvantaged

Local Coordinating Board

Oversees Recommends to CTD-----. +

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Contracts With Bills

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Disadvantaged Riders

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May provide direct services

EXHIBIT A-1 FACT SHEET

Name of Applicant: Manatee County Board of County Commiss ioners/MCAT

CURRENTLY IF GRANT IS AWARDED (Estimates are acceptable.)

1. Number of total one-way trips served by the agency PER YEAR (for entire

99,882 100,000 system)* Please include calcul ations

2. Number of one-way trips provided to seniors and individuals with di sabilities 99,882 100,000 PER YEAR* 3. Number of individual senior and disabled clients (unduplicated) PER 1,371 1,500 YEAR 4. Total number of vehicles used to provide service to seniors and 32 Buses; 1 Van 32 Buses; 1 Van individuals with disabilities ACTUAL 5. Number of 5310 vehicles used to provide service to seniors and individuals with disabilities eligible for 3 0 replacement ACTUAL (Refer to Vehicle Life Span chart) 6. Total fleet vehicle miles traveled to provide service to seniors and 707,380 710,000 individuals with disabilities PER YEAR 7. Number of days that vehicles are in operation to provide service to seniors

6 6 and individuals with disabilites AVERAGE PER WEEK 8. Posted hours of normal operation M- F:5:30am - 7:30pm M- F:5:30am -7:30pm agency provides service to seniors and

Saturday: 5:30am -7:30pm Saturday:5:30am -7:30pm individuals with di sabilities PER WEEK. (This does not include non- Sunday: NA Sunday: NA

scheduled emergency availabi lity) Total (WEEK) : 84 hr Total (WEEK): 84 hr

* One way passenger trip is the unit of service provided each time a passenger enters the vehicle, is transported, then exits the vehicle. Each different destination would constitute a passenger trip.

EXHIBITB PROPOSED PROJECT DESCRIPTION

The proposed project, consisting of operating ass istance to support ADA complementary paratransit service provi sion, supporting those eligible Transportation Disadvantage (TD) services which are not currently funded through the Florida Commission for the Transportation Disadvantaged (CTD), maintains the existing level of service to clients by Manatee County Area Transit (MCAT), and provides for mobility management through the Handy Bus client eligibility and certification process.

Transportation di sadvantaged services are available to elderly persons and persons with disabilities from approximately 5:30am to 7:30pm, six days per week. Complementary ADA paratransit services are avai lable consistent with the with MCAT fixed-route service, seven days a week. In 2016, there were 1,371 persons served through the Handy Bus paratransit program, and over 99,882 trips were provided to eligible clients. MCAT also provides coordinated services with local non-profit agencies through coordination agreements.

Manatee County Area Transit (MCAT) vehicles are maintained by the Manatee County Fleet Services Division. Transit fleet maintenance occurs at the same location as the transit operations and admini strative center. The Fleet Services Divi sion consists of a highly recognized staff and operation, and has received many awards for their exceptional ability in maintaining the vehicle fl eet. The vehicle Preventi ve Maintenance program is designed to extend vehicle life, reduce the frequency of unscheduled repairs, and capture the maintenance cost to assist with evaluating the total operating cost. Most importantly, all Transit and Paratransit vehicles are maintained to prevent interruptions in service.

Manatee County Area Transit (MCAT) is a di vision of the Public Works Department in Manatee County Government, and provides service to the cities of Bradenton, Holmes Beach, Anna Maria Island, Bradenton Beach, Palmetto and unincorporated Manatee County. Manatee County does not di scriminate in the service it provides to passengers. Service is provided to minority and low-income segments of the population with the same level of service that is provided to other clients.

MCAT does not use lessee or private operators under contract to provide service. MCAT i the Community Transportation Coordinator (CTC) for Manatee County, Florida and assumes all responsibilities pursuant to Chapter 427 Florida Statutes and Rule Chapter 4 1-2 F.A.C.

Section 5310 Grant Application- Evaluation Criteria

Questions Related to All Agencies Requesting Operations Funds:

1. Is the project to continue the existing level of services, to expand present service, or to provide new service? How will a grant award be used? How many more hours of service will be provided? Will it expand service to a larger geographic area? Will it be used to reduce head ways? If so, please specify). How many more trips will be provided? Please explain in detail.

This request is for $500,000 operating assistance to support ADA complementary paratransit service provision , supporting those eli gible Transportation Disadvantage (TD) services which are not currently funded through the Florida Commission for the Transportation Disadvantaged (CTD), maintains the existing level of service to clients by Manatee County Area Transit (MCAT), and provides for mobility management through the Handy Bus client eli gibility and certification process.

Between FY 2014 and FY 2015 , ridership levels on the MCAT Handy Bus service increased by 12 percent. When compared to FY 2013 , ridership levels in FY 20 15 increased over 20 percent. The demand for paratransit services in Manatee County has put a strain on the Handy Bus operation and the ability to

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maintain high customer sati sfaction levels has become increasingly difficult. Average weekday ridership levels rose to over 400 daily trips in October 201 5 and the agency incurred large overtime cost in order to meet demand. To alleviate some of the burden on operators and staff, MCA T implemented stricter trip prioritization and TD eligibility procedures in FY 201 6.

2. If a grant award will be used to maintain services as described in Exhibit A, specifically explain how it will be used in the context of total service.

Over the last two years, MCAT has expanded service on the fi xed route bus network and new "feeder" paratransit service was added. In fact, new service was added along US Hi ghway 4 1 in northern Manatee County and along SR 70 from DeSoto Station to a Walmart near I-75, new MCAT Route 12. Growth in the fi xed-route service network has increased the ADA complementary paratransit service area. This grant will help to meet the growing ADA service needs in that larger service area and will al so enhance the availability of vehicles in our fl eet for daily pull-out. As indicated, demand for Handy Bus service continues to grow and there are times where spare vehicles are insufficient and modifications in daily pick up/drop off schedules are needed due to unscheduled fl eet repairs.

3. Provide a brief description of the projects which includes the counties served, whether the applicant shall service minority populations and whether the applicant is minority-owned.

The applicant is a government authority. The Manatee County Transit Division is an operating division of the Public Works Department and the governing board is the Manatee County Board of County Commissioners. MCAT is a divi sion of the County Public Works Department and provides public transportation for residents and visitors in Manatee County. The County also serves as the designated recipient of FT A Section 5307/5339 funding and serves as the Community Transportation Coordinator (CTC), providing fi xed-route and demand response public transportation services throughout Manatee County, inclusive of Title VI communities, services for veterans to Veterans hospitals in Manatee, Pinellas, and Hill sborough Counties.

4. Agencies receiving Section 5310 funds must collect both quantitative and qualitative data (detailed in the Threshold Criteria section on page 7) to capture overarching program information as part of the Section 5310 annual report, Please outline how your agency will collect the quantitative and qualitative data required as a Section 5310 recipient. i.e What will the time frame be and how will it be incorporated into program operations? What tools will be used to collect the data?

Data is collected through paratransit software programs and can be collected upon request, within a twoweek period and up to a thirty (30) day time frame, depending on the level of detail. The tools which are utili zed to collect this data are exported and then formatted in an Excel spreadsheet or data-specific reporting tools. All data is collected/transmitted via Wi-Fi connection on vehicles including trip manifest documentation, vehicle/trip mileage, trip type, funding source, and communicated to/from dispatch via Mobile Data Terminals.

As the CTC for Manatee County, an Annual Operating Report (AOR) is prepared by MCAT staff for submittal and review by the Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board (TDLCB) which consists of a number of social service organizations whose clients require trips through the coordinated network of services managed by MCAT, as well as state funding agencies. Those reporting requirements are comprehensive and inclusive of a variety of service and financial data that will be used to support Section 5310 reporting requirements.

5. Fully explain Your Transportation Program

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a. Service hours, planned service, routes and-trip types

Service hours for ADA and Agency trips are a complement to fi xed route services, and each trip request conforms to the days/hours of fixed route service availability. The paratransit service currentl y consists of an average of twenty-two (22) daily routes . Trip types include Medical, Dialysis, Life-Sustaining, Casual, School, Work, Adult Day Facility, Manasota Lighthouse, Food and Nutrition.

In Fiscal Year (FY) 201 5/1 6, MCAT provided a total of 99,885 passenger trips. The vast majority of these trips are split up between ADA and Transportati on Disadvantaged (TD) eligible clients, with ADA receiving approximately 44 percent of the trips and 30 percent transportation di sadvantaged. The remaining 26 percent of trips benefits sponsoring agencies including: Vocational Rehabilitation, Community Care for the Elderl y, and Manasota Li ghthouse. Manatee County also provides local funding for area Veterans requiring medical treatment.

In FY 2015/16, 97% of MCAT trips were provided to the elderly and persons with disabilities. The remaining 3% of trips serve area Veterans requiring medical services at area Veterans Administration (VA) Hospitals in St. Petersburg and Tampa. While some of these Veterans also include the elderly and persons with disabilities, thi s service is funded by Manatee County as a public service to assist veterans irrespecti ve of age or di sability status, in appreciation for their dedicated service to the Country.

b. Staffing-include plan for training on vehicle equipment such as wheelchair lifts. Etc.Staffing includes

The MCAT Fiscal and Manageri al oversight features dedicated and competent staff with numerous years of experience in the operation and admini stration of Paratransit service. The organizational structure includes a Transit Division Manager with over 30 years of experience.

A Paratransi t Operations Superintendent oversees daily Paratransit operations and provides management and program admini stration. Three (3) Operati ons Supervisors provide direct fi eld oversight for 27 Paratransit operators. A Paratransit Coordinator, Scheduler, and Dispatcher serve to support dail y service provision. A Transit Mobility Coordinator provides eligibility certificati on, in-person assessment and transit training assistance for ADA and TD non-sponsored service applicants.

A Grant Administrator, Senior Fiscal Analyst and a Safety and Training Coordinator are also dedicated to the Transit Division, as well as a Logistics Manager and Systems Analyst. A Planning Manager and Transit Planner also provide support and serve to ensure that the Paratransit section has an opportunity to compete for discretionary grants, and accurately complete various operating and financial reports, such as those required by the National Transit Database (NTD).

All operators are requi red to complete a six-week comprehensive trammg program which includes classroom time and in-field supervised dri ving time. Operator training consists of vehicle equipment, customer service, sensiti vity, blood-borne pathogens, defensive dri ving, CPR, driver's manual, and as needed training throughout the year . In addition, MCAT is proactively implementing an eight-hour annual "refresher" training courses for all operator supervisors and operators which cover safety training and ADA policies and procedures.

c. Records maintenance- who, what methods, use of databases, spreadsheets etc.

Records on system performance are maintained by the paratransit administrative team with the support of the Paratransit Coordinator and customer service staff. Data is generally tracked using scheduling software and needed information not available through a standard reporting tool is extracted and maintained in separate spreadsheet and database formats. Quality control of the data is performed daily and acti vity is

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summarized in monthl y, quarterly , and annual reports, some of which are used in presentations to the TDLCB and Manatee County Board of County Commissioners.

d. Vehicle maintenance- who, what, when and where. Include a section on how vehicles will be maintained without interruptions in service.

Manatee County Area Transit (MCAT) vehicles are maintained by the Manatee County Fleet Services Division. Transit fl eet maintenance occurs at the same locati on as the transit operations and administrative center. The Fleet Services Di vision consists of a highly recognized staff and operation, and has received many awards for their exceptional ability in maintaining the County's vehicle fl eet. The vehicle Preventive Maintenance program is designed to extend vehicle life, reduce the frequency of unscheduled repairs, and capture the maintenance cost to assist with evaluating the total operating cost. Most importantly all transit and paratransit vehicles are mai ntained to preclude an interruption in service.

Maintenance is provided through the Manatee County Fleet Services Di vision. The Fleet Services Di vision uses a preventati ve maintenance program that is designed to be performed on rolling stock, with the intent of maximizi ng the lifecycle of the fl eet, reducing unscheduled repai rs, and capturing all cost within the maintenance management system. The PM (Preventati ve Maintenance) cycle intervals vary between 4,000 to 6,000 miles. All PM inspections are scheduled I ,000 miles ahead of time to allow for a grace period.

e. CDL requirements-

All Operators are required to have current Florida Commercial Dri vers Licenses .

f. System safety plan

An update toMCAT' s System Safety Plan (SSPP) was completed in February 2016. The updated SSPP includes revisions to the emergency evacuation process, HIPAA requirements, and privacy codes and procedures among other changes.

g. Drug Free work place

The current Drug Free Workplace and Drug and Alcohol Program complies with FTA implementing regulations for recipients of federal funding and is administered by the Manatee County Human Resources Department.

6. How do you currently fund the operations of your transit program?

Operations funding for the current Manatee County Transit Division program includes local tax revenues, state, and federal funding sources including the state Transportation Disadvantaged program, FT A Section 5307, and fare box collections.

7. Why are Operating Funds being requested?

The demand for paratransit services in Manatee County has put a strain on the Handy Bus operation and the ability to maintain high customer sati sfaction levels has become increasingly difficult. Average ridership levels have increased to over 400 daily trips and the agency has been incurring large overtime costs in order to meet demand. To alleviate some of the burden on operators and staff, MCAT is considering stricter trip prioritization and TD eli gibility procedures. Thi s grant award will support the existing demand for paratransit services.

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Thi s request is for 17.95% of the Manatee County Area Transit (MCAT) Paratransit operating deficit of $2,784,250 which is $500,000. As noted, at thi s funding level, MCAT can continue to provide the current level of service.

8. If this grant is not fully funded, can you still proceed with this program?

The program will continue but will not be able to full y meet the number of non-sponsored demand response trip requests. As a result, trip deni als may increase and a procedure for prioritizing trips will be required. It is anticipated that prioritizing trips will impact the ability of some Handy Bus clients to complete their needed everyday life-sustaining activities.

New Agencies:

9. Have you met with the CTC and, if so, how are you providing a service that they cannot? Provide detailed information supporting this requirement.

N/A

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PARTB

APPLIES TO ALL APPLICANTS FOR OPERATING ASSISTANCE

FORMB-1 TRANSIT-RELATED OPERATING and ADMINISTRATIVE EXPENSES

Name of Applicant: Manatee County Board of County Commissioners/MeAT Name of Tranist Program: Manatee County Area Transit (MCAT) Applicant Fiscal period start and end dates: October 1, 2017 to September 30, 2018

State Fiscal period from: July 1, 2017 to J une 30, 2018 ------~~~--------- -----~----~--------

EXPENSE CATEGORY TOTAL EXPENSE FTA ELIGffiLE EXPENSE

Labor (50 1) $ 1,236,578 $ 1,236,578

Fringe and Benefits (502) 469,859 469,859

Services (503) 293,099 293,099 Materials and Supplies (504) 53,568 53,568

Vehicle Maintenance (504.01) 623,475 623,475

Utilities (505) 24,3 10 24,310

Insurance (506) 58,723 58,723

Licenses and Taxes (507) 0 0 Purchased Transit Service (508) 0 0 Miscellaneous (509) 22,983 22,983

Leases and Rentals (512) 1,655 1,655

Depreciation (513) 0 0

TOTAL $ 2,784,250 $ 2,784,250 ( a)

SECTION 5310 GRANT REQUEST

Total FTA Eligible Expenses (from Form B-1 , above) $ 2,784,250 (a)

Rural Passenger Fares (from Form B-2) $ _________ O_ (b)

Operating Deficit $ [FTA Eligible Expenses (a) mi nus Rural Passenger Fares (b)]

Section 5310 Request $ (No more than 50% of Operating Deficit)

Grand Total All Revenues (from Form B-2) $

Note: If Grand Total Revenues (e) exceeds FTA Eligible Expenses (a), reduce the Section 5310 Request (d) by that amount.

2,784,250 (c)

500,000 (d)

1,486,896 *(e)

PARTB

APPLIES TO ALL APPLICANTS FOR OPERATING ASSISTANCE

FORMB-2 TRANSIT-RELATED OPERATING and ADMINISTRATIVE REVENUES

Name of Applicant: Manatee County Board of County Commissioners/MeAT Name of Tranist Program: Manatee County Area Transit (MCAT) Applicant Fiscal period start and end dates: October 1, 2017 to September 30, 2018

State Fiscal period from: July 1, 2017 to June 30, 2018 ------~----~---------

OPERATING REVENUE REVENUE USED AS FTA CATEGORY TOTAL REVENUE MATCH

Total= $143,000 Passenger Fares for Transit Service ( 40 I)

Rural=(b) 0 Special Transi t Fares (402) 100,000 School Bus Service Revenues (403)

Freight Tariffs (404)

Charter Service Revenues (405)

Auxi li ary Transportation Revenues (406)

Non-transportation Revenues (407)

Total Operating Revenue $243,000 $0

OTHER REVENUE CATEGORY 1 axes Lev1ea 01recuy oy me 1 ransn ::>ystem (408)

Local Cash Grants and Reimbursements (409) 845,1 05 845,105

Local Special Fare Assistance (4 1 0)

State Cash Grants and Reimbursements (4 11) 64 1,791 641 ,791

State Special Fare Assistance (4 12)

Federal Cash Grants and Rei mbursements (4 13) 1,054,354

Interest Income (4 14)

Contributed Services (430)

Contributed Cash ( 43 1)

0 Subsidy from Other Sectors of Operations (440)

Total of Other Revenue $2 541,250 $1486,896 GRAND TOTAL ALL REVENUE $2,784,250 $1,486,896 (e)

PARTB

FORMB-3 LOCAL MATCH FOR THIS APPLICATION


Sources and amounts of 50% local share for the operating assistance being requested:

SOURCE:

MCAT will utlize local funds from its' FY17 Operating

Budget as required 50% local match

AMOUNT:

$250,000

ATTEST: MANATEE COUNTY LERK OF CIRCUIT COURT AND

BY:C~~!h(P ~ DEPU LERK

Attach documentation of match funds immediately behind this page. Proof may consist of, but not be limited to: written statements from county COIJ!missions, state agencies, city managers, mayors, town councils, organizations, accounting firms and financial institutions.




fllld: 435 Key: 4350012100 Transit System. .. Public Wo~TrampR_Ij M g~ ... Tran~ Paratransit

Actual Actual Adopted Amended Actual Requested Recomm'd Proposed Adopted

2014 2015 2016 2016 2016 2017 2017 2017 2017

0 Qject Title 512000 Regularsalariesand 992,078 1 '1 50,187 1,091,045 1,201,998 1 '170,442 1,091,045 1,120,686 1,120,686 1,1 73,990

513000 0 thersalariesand v 1 9, 246 20,826 0 0 20,944

514000 0 vertine 84,304 159,554 43,434 65,334 157,200 43,434 43,434 43,434 62,588

21000 FK: A taxes 78,792 95,993 83,461 84,961 98,498 83,461 85,7 33 85,7 33 89,811

'522000 RetirementcontribL 75,528 96,397 80,411 81 '911 99,590 80,411 82,593 82,593 86,521

523001 Health in9..Jrance 267,128 286,474 289,596 289,996 259,934 289,596 272,945 272,945 279,533

523002 Lire n9..Jra nee 3,684 4,326 3,275 3,325 3,240 3,275 3,365 3,365 3,525

523003 Long- term disabilicy 2,025 2,292 3,275 3,325 1,350 3,275 3,365 3,365 3,525

523004 Flex benefits 5,024 5,468 6,816 6,916 5,330 6,816 6,816 6,816 6,944

525000 U nemploymentcor 6,546 f M ajorO qject 51 0000 Total 1 ,534, 355 1,821 ,516 1,601 ,313 1,737,766 1,816,527 1,601,313 1,618,937 1,618,937 1,706,437

0 qject Title 531000 Protessional98rvice~ 1 0,591 10,825 8,375 8,375 0 8,375 8,375 8,375 8,375

531008 Medica 198 rvices 534000 0 thercontractual ~ 7,566 0 0 5,896

534001 lnd irect cost 98 rvicE 214,668 285,721 284,91 2 284,912 284,912 284,912 284,912 284,91 2 257,444

534003 In- hoU98 billed 98rv

34008 Temporary Employn 540000 Travel and perdierr 2,150 660 2,060 2,060 2,891 2,060 2,060 2,060 2,060

540001 Travei,perdiem- Put

541 001 Telephone 20,171 19,105 12,360 12,360 17,660 12,360 12,360 12,360 12,360

~41002 Postage 2,278 2,066 1,545 1,545 2,960 1,545 1,545 1,545 1,545

41003 lnHoU98 C ommunic 190 202 160 160 160 160 160 160 160

~:~~~~ 800 mghz Radio ch; 30,995 29,923 29,789 29,789 30,588 29,789 29,7 89 29,789 29,789

Utilicy 98rvices 11 ,824 11,317 11 '950 11 ,950 10,849 11 '950 11,950 11 '950 11 ,950

544000 Rentsand lea98s 2,027 1,962 1,655 2,136 1,541 1,655 1,655 1,655 1,655

44003 D ataSystem RecovE 1,020 1,391 940 940 1,002 940 0 0 0

545000 ln9..Jra nee 31 ,270 58,723 58,7 23 58,723 58,7 23 58,723 58.723 58,7 23 58,723

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FU1d: 435 Key: 4350012100 TransitSystem. .. Public Wo~Tramp,P.!f M gt) ... Transit: Paratransit

Actual Actual Adopted Amended Actual Requested Recomm'd Proposed Adopted

2014 2015 2016 2016 2016 2017 2017 2017 2017

0 qject Title "546001 E qupment repair& 806 310 959 959 2,417 959 959 959 959

546002 Vehicle mantenan 0 0

546003 Automated system~ 1,200 2,000 1,308 1,308 1,470 1,308 2,400 2,400 2,400

546004 Building repair& ma 0 0 639

546005 Softvva re Support 7,855 8,250 24,720 24,720 0 24.7 20 24,720 24,720 24,720

547000 Printng & bndng 0 1,090 895 895 2,505 895 895 895 895

547001 In- hot..re copyng a 2,324 2,349 206 206 1 ' 780 206 206 206 206

549001 A wards 24 0

549004 A d ve rt.isin g 84 0 0 0 0 0

551000 0 ffice Supplies 0 1,474 2,060 2,060 2,441 2,060 2,060 2,060 2,060

rooo 0 peratng 9...1pplies~ 9,845 9,364 8,083 8,932 5,221 8,083 8,083 8,083 10,583

52002 Seas:>nM olidayRubE

52005 Softvvare 867 0

52006 UnifOrms 5,995 6,565 11 '1 36 11 '1 36 7,181 11 '1 36 11 '1 36 11 '1 36 11 '1 36 552007 Gas 0 il& Tires 0

552010 lnH ot..re F ue I C ha rgr 263,394 159,224 231,204 131,251 0 231,204 231,204 231,204 231,204

54000 BksPblc:tnsSb~rptn 6,986 4,593 8,395 8,395 7,432 8,395 8,395 8,395 8,395

Education 4,685 2,927 8,923 1 0, 51 4 1,464 8,923 8,923 8,923 8,923

Depreciation 0

M ajorO qject 530000 Totat 631 ,249 627,605 71 0, 358 613,325 449,732 710,358 710,510 710,510 685,542

0 qject Title

~64000 Machne'Yand eq< 0 0 0 0

64001 Road equipment 0 0 0 9,526 0

M ajorO qject 560000 Totat 0 0 0 9,526 0

ey 4350012100 Tota t 2,165,604 2,449,120 ---

2,311,671 2,360,617 2,266,259 2,311,671 2,329,447 2,329,447 2,391,979

U1d: 435 T ota t 7,802,048 8,137,584 8,807,079 8,846,954 8,370,553 8, 796,979 8,937,753 8, 937' 7 53 8, 936,194

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EXHIBITE Federal Certifications and Assurances

NOTE: Federal Transit Admjnistrati on anticipates FY 20 17 Certi fications and Assurances to be publi shed in the Federal Register Notice and avail able during the first quarter ofFY 201 7. f~~e.J

signed certification will be supplied when it becomes avail able. ,v

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EXHIBIT I

Coordinated Public Transit-Human Services Transportation Plan

To be completed and signed by an individual authorized by the governing board of the applicant agency and submitted with the grant application.

The Manatee County Board of County Commissioners, certifies and assures to the Florida Department of Transportation in regard to its Application for Assistance under U.S.C. Section 53 10 dated 12/13/16

I) Thi s grant request is deri ved from a coordinated plan compliant with Federal Transit Administration Circular FTA C 9070. 1G.

2) The name of this coordinated plan is provided below.

Manatee County Transportation Disadvantaged Service Plan.

3) The agency that adopted this coordinated plan is prov ided below.

Board of County Commissioners, Manatee County, Florida.

4) The date the coordinated plan was adopted is provided below.

June 3, 201 3

5) The page number of the coordinated plan that thjs application supports.

Page 52-55.

Attest : -4.cc~ / ANGELIN ONNESO

Clerk of the Circuit Court , By: /itna~lf, L Q,rq~~ v.._ .

9 mc:AT CAT ONTHEGO

Tindale-Oliver &

Associates, Inc. Planning a nd Engineering

June 2013

MANATEE COUNTY TRANSPORTATION DISADVANTAGED COORDINATING BOARD

MEMBERSHIP CERTIFICATION MAY, 2013

SARASOTA/MANATEE METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION 7632 1 STH STREET EAST

SARASOTA, FLORIDA 34243

The Sarasota/Manatee Metropolitan Planning Organization hereby certifies to the following:

1. The membership of the Local Coordinating Board, established pursuant to Rule 41-2.012(3), FAC, does in fact represent the appropriate parties as Identified in the following list; and

B~fR~~ENTAIIQN MEMBI:iR ALI!:iRNAT!; TERM

1. CHAIRMAN COMMISSIONER JOHN CHAPPlE NIA N/A

2. ELDERLY JEREMY WHATMOUGH N/A 04122/13-16

3. CITIZENS WITH DISABILITIES DIERDRA WALKER NIA N/A (MANASOTA ARC)

4. CITIZEN ADVOCATE GEORGE MCKAY N/A NIA

5. CITIZEN ADVOCA TEIUSER JOAN MARICE SARDO NIA 04122/13-16

6. PRIVATE NON-PROFIT JEANNINE BUZBEE (VICE-CHAIR) NIA NIA TRANSPORT. PROVIDER (EASTER SEALS S.W. FLA)

7. ECONOMICALLY DIAN MCKINNEY N/A NIA DISADVANTAGED (MANA TEE COMM ACTION CENTER)

8. PUBLIC EDUCATION STEVE MARRIER NIA NIA

9. FOOT JAN PARHAM NIA

10. DEPT. CHILDREN/FAMILIES BRENA SLATER NIA NIA

11 . DIVISION OF EDUCATION LORI KENNISON BRUCE EMMERTON NIA (VOC-REHAB)

12. EARLY CHILDHOOD SERVICES VACANT NIA N/A

13. AHCA DONNETTE WAUL NIA N/A

14. FLA. DEPT. ELDER AFFAIRS KRISTINA MELLING NIA NIA

15. VETERAN SERVICES DAVE ZICKAFOOSE NIA NIA

16. WORKFORCE DEVEL. BD. PETERKIZIU NIA NIA

17. MEDICAL COMMUNITY NATALIE VON SUSKIT DIANNE NUGENT NIA (MANATEE CO. HEALTH DEPT)

18. CTC (NO VOTE) MCAT BENITAZARR NIA

19. MEDICAID PROVIDOR (NO VOTE)TMS EDGAR MARTINEZ NIA

20. PLANNING AGENCY (NO VOTE) SARASOTA-MANA TEE MPO JIM VANPELT NIA

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Barriers to Coordination

Based on a review of envi ronmental characteristics and constraints, existing fund ing, and federal, st ate,

and local governmental policies, the following barriers to coordinat ion of transportation services in

Manatee County were identified :

• Limited funding and budget reductions are an issue for MCAT, Medicaid, and social agencies

that provide transportation for thei r clients. The FY2011 and FY2012 FCTD Manatee County

Annual Performance Reports indicate that expenses have exceeded revenues for the provision

of TO services. While the exist ing MCAT Handy Bus expenses already exceed the revenues,

there is a need for addit ional Handy Bus operators and the provision of additional passenger

trips .

• Development patterns are occurring on the east side of the county, where limited or no transit

services are available.

• Currently, MCAT and SCAT systems have adopted fare polices that are not consistent. Therefore,

passengers must pay two different fares when transferring between the systems.

• Inconsistent eligibility processes and different agency trip reimbursement rates creates a lack of

coordination between human services agencies.

• Uncertainty about the TO Trust Fund and local funding constraints create barriers to provid ing

transportation services.

Goals, Objectives, and Strategies

The goals of the TDSP focus on the four major areas identified during the TDSP development process:

funding, coordination, effective and efficient provision of transportation services, and accessing and

transitioning to fixed-route services. The objectives support the completion of the goal. Strategies are

the actions that need to occur to complete the objective and achieve the overall goal. The following

goals, objectives, and strategies have been adopted to guide the provision of ADA and TO services over

the next five years.

Goall: Efficiently and effectively serve the mobility needs of the Transportation Disadvantaged

population in Manatee County within the available funding constraints.

Objective 1.1: Match appropriate transportation services with the identified needs of the TO

population.

Objective 1.2: Maximize the use of the fixed-route system as an alternative to door-to-door

paratransit service.


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Objective 1.3: To the extent possible, manage, operate, and maintain transportation services

in a cost-effective manner.

Objective 1.4: Maximize revenue generation through various sources.

Objective 1.5: Explore opportunities to provide incentives to encourage ADA and TD

passengers to transition to the fixed-route system.

Strategies

• Continue to emphasize the availability of fixed-route discount tickets/passes for agencies

and schools.

• Explore the possibility of requiring the use of fixed-route service for all TD non-sponsored

trips having an origin and destination within the fixed-route service area and a person not

incapable of using the system due to physical or mental impairment. Encourage and allow

dual eligibility for TD clients who can also qualify for ADA-funded paratransit trips when trip

origins and destinations are within %-mile of fixed-route service.

• Continue to work with Trapeze Systems for upgrades and improvements to intake/dispatch

and management systems for paratransit service.

• Increase revenue through advertising, promoting the voluntary dollar option on vehicle

registration renewals, fuel tax refunds, etc.

• Conduct a fare analysis to review the potential revenue generation and impacts of a fare

increase for ADA and TD services.

• Conduct a bus pass analysis to review the potential impacts of implementing a Medicaid and

TD bus pass program.

• Annually review the availability of other transportation providers in Manatee County that

may meet existing needs and gaps in transportation services.

• Disseminate Meals on Wheels transportation service information to residents inquiring

about transit services on the east side of the county and passengers with trips that do not

qualify under the TD program.

• Continue to explore multi-loading opportunities such as group trips to major attractors.

Goal 2: Efficiently and effectively coordinate existing and planned transit service for the

Transportation Disadvantaged population in Manatee County and out-of-county.

Objective 2.1: Coordinate inter-county ADA and TD services with surrounding counties, with

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Object ive 2.2: Explore opportunities to expand the number of agencies that have signed

coordination agreements with the CTC.

Strategies

• Continue intake and screening for mandatory use of fixed-route versus demand response

service.

• Continue to coordinate with large nursing home facilities to group TD trips to grocery stores

and other destinations.

• Review operating and financial information on a monthly basis for completion of the Annual

Operating Report (AOR) and Service Plan.

• Monitor transportation services provided by social service agencies and churches and

identify additional opportunities for coordination and/or vehicle sharing.

• Continue to offer annual training sessions for coordination contractors on reporting data for

the AOR.

• Not ify Coordination Contractors of available TD, FOOT, and Rural Transit Assistance Program

training opportunities.

• Continue to offer technical assistance to agencies in completing and reviewing their

applications for vehicles through the Section 5310 program offered annually by USDOT.

• Establish regularly-scheduled meetings with SCAT to review opportunities for coordination

of transportation services.

• Contact three human services agencies each year to discuss potential coordination contract

agreements.

Goal 3: Provide safe, reliable, timely, and courteous transportation services.

Objective 3.1: Maintain a paratransit fleet that can meet the TD demand and provide quality

service.

Objective 3.2: Provide amenities at bus stops fo r riders using the fixed-route service.

Objective 3.3: Continue ongoing driver training.

Objective 3.4: Maximize customer safety and comfort.

Objective 3.5: Increase avenues for customers to access information on the coordinated

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Strategies

• Review vehicle and equipment information in the AOR and Service Plan and develop

strategies to respond to issues and declining performance measures.

• Maintain an adequate vehicle replacement program for paratransit vehicles and equipment,

with a goal average fleet age offive years.

• Acquire new and upgraded paratransit vehicles and equipment, as funding permits.

• Ensure active and ongoing implementation of the System Safety Program Plan.

• Measure and analyze performance standards as a basis for evaluating quality assurance.

• Implement a passenger shelter program for the placement of shelters at major trip

generators and attractors, including grocery stores, retail locations, and medical facilities.

• Install bus stop benches at an angle that allows the rider to see when the bus is arriving but

also provides the maximum amount of safety.

• Meet with the dialysis centers to provide education on the operations process and how

delays affect the overall system performance.

• Continue to secure funding for five additional operator positions to be hired in 2014.

• Continue to apply for Section 5310 program and Shirley Conroy grant funds for new and

replacement vehicles.

• Explore opportunities to secure funds to increase frequencies to 30 minutes on existing

fixed-route services.

• Continue to train operators to communicate pertinent traffic information or delays to the

dispatchers who will relay the information on a universal channel to all operators.

• Train operators to communicate late connection information to passengers.

• Increase communication between MCAT and SCAT operators and supervisors .

• Meet or exceed the 95 percent on-time performance goal set for CTC service delivery.

• Update the Ride Guide, as necessary.

• Conduct travel training workshops and training to organizations that serve persons with

disabilities.

Goal 4: Encourage land use development patterns that support transit services for the provision of a

more cost-effective and efficient transportation system.

Objective 4.1: Improve local knowledge of the benefits of transit-friendly land uses.

Strategies

• Encourage the expansion of the development review process to include the consideration of

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• Work with other county departments to adopt and promote a model land development

regulation that encourages transit patronage through transit-oriented development (TOO).

• Support land development regulations that require transit amenities to be provided in new

developments.

Goal 5: Improve pedestrian accessibility to multimodal transportation options in Manatee County.

Objective 5.1: Provide opportunities for ADA and TD passengers to safely access multi modal

transportation options.

Strategies

• Maximize the effective transfer of ADA and TD passengers to the fixed-route system through

the use of functional assessments, travel training, and other efforts to make fixed-route

service accessible to more people .

• Develop incentives, including discounted bus passes, to encourage ADA and TD passengers

to transition to the fixed-route system.

• Use a 100 percent accessible fleet.

• Complete an inventory of existing bus stops and review each stop for possible ADA

accessibility improvements.

• Ensure that new bus stops are accessible to persons with disabilities and meet ADA

Accessibility Guidelines (ADAAG) compliance requirements.

• Implement consistent signage with larger lettering to accommodate persons with visual

impairments.

Implementation Plan

Manatee County's Five-Year Implementation Plan was derived from the goals, objectives, and strategies

described. The implementation schedule includes the strategy/improvement to be implemented, the

responsible party for accomplishment, the anticipated beginning and ending dates, and any known

costs. The costs are derived based on MCAT previous expenses and average industry costs, as

appropriate. The costs shown are for the actual items listed and do not include staff cost related to

implementation. The improvements are presented in Table 20 in chronological order.



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EXHIBIT J Standard Lobbying Certification Form

NOTE: All grant awards issued to a recipient in the amount of $100,000 or more must include a signed standard lobbying form.

The Manatee County Board of County Commi ssioners certi fies , to the best of his or her knowledge and belief, that:

(1) No Federal appropri ated funds have been paid or will be paid, by or on behalf of the undersigned, to any person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or empl oyee of an agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or employee of Congress, or an empl oyee of a Member of Congress in connecti on with the awarding of any Federal contract, the making of any Federal grant, the making of any Federal loan, the entering into of any cooperati ve agreement, and the extension, continuation, renewal, amendment, or modi fication of any Federal contract, grant, loan, or cooperati ve agreement.

(2) If any funds other than Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid to any person for making lobbying contacts to an officer or employee of any agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress in connection with this Federal contract, grant, loan, or cooperative agreement, the unders igned shall complete and submi t Standard Form--LLL, "Disclosure Form to Report Lobbying," (a copy the form can be obtained from http://www.dot. state. fl .us/transit/Pages/grantsadmini stration.shtm) in accordance with its instructi ons [as amended by "Government wide Guidance fo r New Restricti ons on Lobbying," 61 Fed. Reg. 14 13 (1119/96) . Note: Language in paragraph (2) herein has been modified in accordance with Section l 0 of the Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995 (P.L. 104-65, to be codi fied at 2 U.S .C. 1601 , et seq.) ]

(3) The undersigned shall require that the language of this certification be included in the award documents for all subawards at all ti ers (including subcontracts, subgrants, and contracts under grants, loans, and cooperati ve agreements) and that all subrecipients shall certify and di sclose accordingly.

Thi s certification is a material representation of fact upon which reliance was placed when this transaction was made or entered into. Submission of thi s certificati on is a prerequi site for maki ng or entering into thi s transaction imposed by 3 1, U.S.C. § 1352 (as amended by the Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995). Any person who fa ils to fil e the requi red certification shall be subj ect to a civil penalty of not less than $ 10,000 and not more than $100,000 for each such failure.

[Note: Pursuant to 3 1 U.S.C. § 1352(c)(l)-(2)(A), any person who makes a prohibited expenditure or fail s to file or amend a required certification or di sclosure form shall be subject to a civil penalty of not less than $10,000 and not more than $ 100,000 for each such expenditure or failure.]

The Contractor, Manatee County Board of County Commissioners, certifies or affirms the truthfulness and accuracy of each statement of its certification and di sclosure, if any. In addition, the Contractor understands and

at the provisions of 31 U.S.C. A 3801 , et seq., apply to this certification and disclosure, if any.

Attest~~ / ANGELA COLONNESO


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EXHIBITL Coordination

Contract # TD1613

Effective: 10/01/2016 to 6/30/2021

STATE OF FLORIDA COMMISSION FOR THE TRANSPORTATION DISADVANTAGED

MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT

This Memorandum of Agreement is between the COMMISSION FOR THE TRANSPORTATION DISADVANTAGED, hereby referred to as the "Commission," and Manatee County Board of County Commissioners. 1108 26th Avenue E. Bradenton, Florida, 34208. the COMMUNITY TRANSPORTATION COORDINATOR, designated pursuant to Chapter 427, F.S., to serve the transportation disadvantaged for the community that includes the entire area of Manatee County(ies), and hereafter referred to as the "Coordinator."

This Agreement is made in consideration of the mutual benefits to both parties; said consideration acknowledged hereto by the parties as good and valuable consideration.

The Parties Agree:

I. The Coordinator Shall:

A. Become and remain totally apprised of all of the Transportation Disadvantaged resources available or planned in their designated service area. This knowledge will be used to plan, coordinate, and implement the most cost effective transportation disadvantaged transit system possible under the economic and other conditions that exist in the designated service area.

B. Plan and work with Community Transportation Coordinators in adjacent and other areas of the state to coordinate the provision of community trips that might be handled at a lower overall cost to the community by another Coordinator. This includes honoring any Commission-approved statewide certification program that allows for intercounty transportation opportunities.

C. Arrange for all services in accordance with Chapter 427, Florida Statutes, and Rule 41-2, FAC, and as further required by the Commission and the local Coordinating Board approved Transportation Disadvantaged Service Plan.

D. Return any acquired profits or surplus funds originating through the course of business as the Coordinator that are beyond the amounts(s) specifically identified and approved in the accompanying Transportation Disadvantaged Service Plan. Such profits or funds shall be returned to the Coordinator's transportation system or to any subsequent Coordinator, as a total transportation system subsidy, to be applied to the immediate following operational year. The Coordinator will include similar language in all coordination contracts to assure that transportation disadvantaged related revenues are put back into transportation disadvantaged services.

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E. Accomplish this Project by:

1. Developing a Transportation Disadvantaged Service Plan for approval by the local Coordinating Board and the Commission. Coordinators who are newly designated to a particular service area shall submit a local Coordinating Board approved Transportation Disadvantaged Service Plan, within 120 calendar days following the execution of the Coordinator's initial memorandum of agreement with the Commission, for approval by the Commission. All subsequent Transportation Disadvantaged Service Plans shall be submitted and approved with the corresponding memorandum of agreement. The approved Transportation Disadvantaged Service Plan will be implemented and monitored to provide for community-wide transportation services for purchase by non-sponsored transportation disadvantaged persons, contracting social service agencies, and other entities that use local, state, or federal government funds for the purchase of transportation for the transportation disadvantaged.

2. Maximizing the use of available public school transportation resources and public fixed route or fixed schedule transit services and assuring that private or public transit, paratransit operators, and school boards have been afforded a fair opportunity to participate to the maximum extent feasible in the planning process and in the development of the provisions of the Transportation Disadvantaged Service Plan for the transportation disadvantaged.

3. Providing or arranging 24-hour, 7 -day per week transportation disadvantaged service as required in the designated service area by any Federal, State or Local Government agency sponsoring such services. The provision of said services shall be furnished in accordance with the prior notification requirements identified in the local Coordinating Board and Commission approved Transportation Disadvantaged Service Plan.

4. Complying with all local, state, and federal laws and regulations that app!y to the provision of transportation disadvantaged services.

5. Submitting to the Commission an Annual Operating Report detailing demographic, operational, and financial data regarding coordination activities in the designated service area. The report shall be prepared on forms provided by the Commission and according to the instructions of said forms.

F. Comply with Audit and Record Keeping Requirements by:

1. Utilizing the Commission recognized Chart of Accounts defined in the Transportation Accounting Consortium Model Uniform Accounting System for Rural and Specialized Transportation Providers (uniform accounting system) for all transportation disadvantaged accounting and reporting purposes. Community Transportation Coordinators with existing and equivalent accounting systems are not required to adopt the Chart of Accounts in lieu of their existing Chart of Accounts but shall prepare all reports, invoices, and fiscal documents relating to the transportation disadvantaged functions and activities using the chart of accounts and accounting definitions as outlined in the above referenced manual.

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2. Assuming the responsibility of invoicing for any transportation services arranged, unless otherwise stipulated by a purchase of service contract or coordination contract.

3. Maintaining and fi ling with the Commission, local Coordinating Board, and all purchasing agencies/entities such progress, fiscal, inventory, and other reports as those entities may require during the period of this Agreement.

4. Providing copies of finance and compliance audits to the Commission and local Coordinating Board as requested by the Commission or local Coordinating Board.

G. Retain all financial records, supporting documents, statistical records, and any other documents pertinent to this Agreement for a period of five {5) years after termination of this Agreement. If an audit has been initiated and audit findings have not been resolved at the end of five (5) years, the records shall be retained until resolution of the audit findings. The Coordinator shall assure that these records shall be subject to inspection, review, or audit at all reasonable times by persons duly authorized by the Commission or this Agreement. They shall have full access to and the right to examine any of the said records and documents during the retention period.

H. Comply with Safety Requirements by:

1. Complying with Section 341 .061, F.S., and Rule 14-90, FAC, concerning System Safety; or complying with Chapter 234.051, F.S., regarding school bus safety requirements for those services provided through a school board; and

2. Assuring compliance with local, state, and federal laws, and Commission policies relating to drug testing. Conduct drug and alcohol testing for safety sensitive job positions within the coordinated system regarding pre-employment, randomization, post-accident, and reasonable suspicion as required by the Federal Highway Administration and the Federal Transit Administration.

I. Comply with Commission insurance requirements by maintaining at least minimum liability insurance coverage in the amount of $200,000 for any one person and $300,000 per occurrence at all times during the existence of this Agreement for all transportation services purchased or provided for the transportation disadvantaged through the Community Transportation Coordinator. Upon the execution of this Agreement, the Coordinator shall add the Commission as an additional named insured to all insurance policies covering vehicles transporting the transportation disadvantaged. In the event of any cancellation or changes in the limits of liability in the insurance policy, the insurance agent or broker shall notify the Commission. The Coordinator shall insure that contracting transportation operators and coordination contractors also maintain the same minimum liability insurance, or an equal governmental insurance program. Insurance coverage in excess of $1 million per occurrence must be approved by the Commission and the local Coordinating Board before inclusion in the Transportation Disadvantaged Service Plan or in the justification of rates and fare structures. Such coverage may be provided by a self-insurance program established and operating under the laws of the State of Florida and written verification of insurance protection in accordance with Section 768.28, Florida Statutes, shall be provided to the Commission upon request.

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J. Safeguard information by not using or disclosing any information concerning a user of services under this Agreement for any purpose not in conformity with the local, state and federal regulations (45 CFR, Part 205.50), except upon order of a court, written consent of the recipient, or his/her responsible parent or guardian when authorized by law.

K. Protect Civil Rights by:

1. Complying with state and federal laws including but not limited to laws regarding discrimination on the basis of sex, race, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, or national origin. The Coordinator gives this assurance in consideration of and for the purpose of obtaining federal grants, loans, contracts (except contracts of insurance or guaranty), property, discounts, or other federal financial assistance to programs or activities receiving or benefiting from federal financial assistance and agreeing to complete a Civil Rights Compliance Questionnaire if so requested by the Commission.

2. Agreeing that compliance with this assurance constitutes a condition of continued receipt of or benefrt from federal financial assistance, and that it is binding upon the Coordinator, its successors, subcontractors, transferee, and assignees for the period during which such assistance is provided. Assure that all operators, subcontractors, subgrantee, or others with whom the Coordinator arranges to provide services or benefits to participants or employees in connection with any of its programs and activities are not discriminating against those participants or employees in violation of the above statutes, regulations, guidelines, and standards. In the event of failure to comply, the Coordinator agrees that the Commission may, at its discretion, seek a court order requiring compliance with the terms of this assurance or seek other appropriate judicial or administrative relief, to include assistance being terminated and further assistance being denied.

l. To the extent allowed by Section 768.28, Florida Statutes, and only to the monetary and other limitations contained therein, indemnify and hold harmless the Commission and all of the Commission's members, officers, agents, and employees; purchasing agency/entity officers, agents, and employees; and the local, state, and federal governments from any claim, loss, damage, cost, charge or expense arising out of any act, action, neglect or omission by the Coordinator during the performance of this Agreement, whether direct or indirect, and whether to any person or property to which the Commission or said parties may be subject, except that neither the Coordinator nor any of its sub-contractors will be liable under this section for damages arising out of injury or damage to persons or property directly caused or resulting from the sole negligence of the Commission or any of its members, officers, agents or employees; purchasing agency/entity, officers, agents, and employees; and local, state, or federal governments. Nothing herein is intended to serve as a waiver of sovereign immunity by any agency/entity or Coordinator to which sovereign immunity may be applicable. Nothing herein shall be construed as consent by a state agency/entity or political subdivision of the State of Florida or the federal government to be sued by third parties in any matter arising out of any Agreement or contract. Notwithstanding the foregoing, pursuant to Section 768.28, Florida Statutes, no agency or subdivision of the state shall be required to indemnify, insure, or assume any liability for the Commission's negligence.

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M. Comply with standards and performance requirements of the Commission, the local Coordinating Board approved Transportation Disadvantaged Service Plan, and any purchase of service contracting agencies/entities. Failure to meet the requirements or obligations set forth in this MOA, and performance requirements established and monitored by the local Coordinating Board in the approved Transportation Disadvantaged Service Plan, shall be due cause for non-payment of reimbursement invoices until such deficiencies have been addressed or corrected to the satisfaction of the Commission.

N. Comply with subcontracting requirements by executing or negotiating contracts for transportation services with Transportation Operators and Coordination Contractors, and assuring that the conditions of such contracts are maintained. The requirements of Part 1, Paragraph E.S. through M are to be included in all contracts, subcontracts, coordination contracts, and assignments made by the Coordinator for services under this Agreement. Said contracts, subcontracts, coordination contracts, and assignments will be reviewed and approved annually by the Coordinator and local Coordinating Board for conformance with the requirements of this Agreement.

0. Comply with the following requirements concerning drivers and vehicles:

1. Drivers for paratransit services, including coordination contractors, shall be required to announce and identify themselves by name and company in a manner that is conducive to communications with the specific passenger, upon pickup of each rider, group of riders, or representative, guardian, or associate of the rider, except in situations where the driver regularly transports the rider on a recurring basis. Each driver must have photo identification that is in view of the passenger. Name patches, inscriptions or badges that affix to driver clothing are acceptable. For transit services, the driver photo identification shall be in a conspicuous location in the vehicle.

2. The paratransit driver shall provide the passenger with boarding assistance, if necessary or requested, to the seating portion of the vehicle. The boarding assistance shall include opening the vehicle door, fastening the seat belt or utilization of wheelchair securement devices, storage of mobility assistive devices, and closing the vehicle door. In certain paratransit service categories, the driver may also be required to open and close doors to buildings, except in situations in which assistance in opening/closing building doors would not be safe for passengers remaining on the vehicle. Assisted access must be in a dignified manner. Drivers may not assist wheelchair up or down more than one step, unless it can be performed safely as determined by the passenger, guardian, and driver.

3. All vehicles shall be equipped with two-way communications in good working order and be audible to the driver at all times to the base.

4. All vehicles providing service within the coordinated system, shall have working air conditioners and heaters in each vehicle. Vehicles that do not have a working air conditioner or heater will be scheduled for repair or replacement as soon as possible.

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P Comply with other requirements as follows:

1. Transport an escort of a passenger and dependent children as locally negotiated and identified in the local Transportation Disadvantaged Service Plan.

2. Determine locally in the Transportation Disadvantaged Service Plan, the use, responsibility, and cost of child restraint devices.

3. Transport with the passenger at no additional charge, passenger property that can be carried by the passenger and/or driver in one trip and can be safely stowed on the vehicle. Additional requirements may be negotiated for carrying and loading rider property beyond this amount. Passenger property does not include wheelchairs, child seats, stretchers, secured oxygen, personal assistive devices, or intravenous devices.

4. Provide shelter, security, and safety of passengers at vehicle transfer points.

5. Post a local or other toll-free number for complaints or grievances inside each vehicle. The local complaint process shall be outlined as a section in the local Transportation Disadvantaged Service Plan including advising the dissatisfied person about the Commission's Ombudsman Program as a step within the process as approved by the local Coordinating Board.

6. Provide out-of-service-area trips, when determined locally and approved by the local Coordinating Board, except in instances where local ordinances prohibit such trips.

7. Keep interior of all vehicles free from dirt, grime, oil, trash, tom upholstery, damaged or broken seats, protruding metal or other objects or materials which could soil items placed in the vehicle or provide discomfort for the passenger.

8. Determine locally by the local Coordinating Board and provide in the local Transportation Disadvantaged Service Plan the billing requirements of the Community Transportation Coordinator. All bills shall be paid to subcontractors within 7 calendar days after receipt of said payment by the Coordinator, in accordance with Section 287.0585, Florida Statutes.

9. Maintain or have access to a passenger/trip database on each rider being transported within the system.

10. Provide each rider and escort, child, or personal care attendant adequate seating for paratransit services. No more passengers than the registered passenger seating capacity shall be scheduled or transported in a vehicle at any time. For transit services provided by transit vehicles, adequate seating or standing space will be provided to each rider and escort, child, or personal care attendant, and no more passengers than the registered passenger seating or standing capacity shall be scheduled or transported in a vehicle at any time.

11. First Aid shall be determined locally and provided in the local Transportation Disadvantaged Service Plan.

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12. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation shall be determined locally and provided in the local Transportation Disadvantaged Service Plan.

II. The Commission Shall:

A. Recognize the Coordinator as the entity described in Section 427.011(5), Florida Statutes, and Rule 41-2.002(4), F.A.C.

B. Attempt to insure that all entities with transportation disadvantaged funds will purchase transportation disadvantaged services through the Coordinator's system.

Ill. The Coordinator and the Commission Further Agree: ·

A. Nothing in this Agreement shall require the Commission to observe or enforce compliance with any provision thereof, perform any other act or do any other thing in contravention of any applicable state law. If any of the provisions of this Agreement is found by a court of law to violate any applicable state law, the purchasing agency/entity will at once notify the Commission in writing in order that appropriate changes and modifications may be made by the Commission and the Coordinator to the end that the Coordinator may proceed as soon as possible with the provision of transportation services.

B. If any part or provision of this Agreement is held invalid, the remainder of this Agreement shall be binding on the parties hereto.

C, Termination Conditions:

1. Termination at Will - This Agreement may be terminated by either party upon no less than thirty (30) days notice, without cause. Said notice shall be delivered by certified mail, return receipt required , or in person with proof of delivery.

2. Termination for Breach - Unless the Coordinator's breach is waived by the Commission in writing, the Commission may, by written notice to the Coordinator, terminate this Agreement upon no less than twenty-four (24) hours notice. Said notice shall be delivered by certified mail, return receipt requested, or in person with proof of delivery. Waiver by the Commission of breach of any provision of this Agreement shall not be deemed to be a waiver of any other breach and shall not be construed to be a modification of the terms of this Agreement, and shall not act as a waiver or estoppel to enforcement of any provision of this Agreement The provisions herein do not limit the Commission's right to remedies at law or to damages.

0. This agreement .will expire unless an extension is granted to the Coordinator in writing by the Commission, in accordance with Chapter 287, Florida Statutes.

E. Renegotiations or Modifications of this Agreement shall only be valid when they have been reduced to writing, duly approved by the Commission, and signed by both parties hereto.

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F. Notice and Contact:

The name and address of the contract manager for the Commission for this Agreement is: Executive Director, 605 Suwannee Street, MS-49, Tallahassee, FL 32399-0450. The representative/position of the Coordinator responsible for administration of the program under this Agreement is:

Mr. Bill Steele. Transit Division Manager. 1108 26th Avenue E. Bradenton. Florida. 34208

In the event that either party designates different representatives after execution of this Agreement, notice of the name and address of the new representative will be rendered in writing to the other party and said notification attached to originals of this Agreement.

and approved by the local Coordinating Board at

WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have caused these presents to be executed.

COMMUNITY TRANSPORTATION COORDINATOR:

Manatee County Board of County Commissioners

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STATE OF FLORIDA, COMMISSION FOR THE TRANSPORTATION DISADVANTAGED:

Steven Holmes Printed Name of Authorized Individual

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December 13, 2016 - Regular Meeting Agenda Item #40

Subject Section 5310 Capital and Operating Assistance Grant Applications for the Enhanced Mobility of Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities Briefings None Contact and/or Presenter Information

William Steele, Transit Division Manager, [email protected], (941) 747-8621 x7440

Action Requested Adoption of Resolution R-16-175 which authorizes the execution and submittal of capital and operating assistance grant applications to the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) for FY2017/18 Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Section 5310 Funding. Enabling/Regulating Authority Chapter 341, Florida Statutes; Rule 41-2, Florida Administrative Code; Plan 6.0 Mass Transit Element. Background Discussion

● The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Section 5310 Formula Grant Program is a FTA program which provides funding to support transportation services to meet the special needs of the elderly and persons with disabilities.

● The 5310 grants are used by Manatee County for capital and/or operational expenditures to support MCAT Paratransit (i.e. Handy Bus) services. The FDOT serves as the "Designated Recipient" for the FTA Section 5310 Program and eligible applicants must apply to the FDOT for FTA Section 5310 program funding.

● The MCAT FY 2017/18 capital assistance application is a request for three (3) replacement Paratransit/Handy Bus vehicles to replace existing vehicles, at the conclusion of their useful life. The total capital cost is $345,458, which reflects a cost sharing comprised of $276,366 in FTA funding (80%); FDOT, $34,546 (10%); and Manatee County Transit, $34,546 (10%).

● The FY 2017/18 Section 5310 operating assistance application is a request for operational assistance funding with a total value of $500,000 to support the Paratransit/Handy Bus service provision. The total dollar value reflects a cost sharing with FTA comprised of $250,000 (50%) and local share (50%) required to meet grant criteria. The local funding budgeted for Paratransit operations is used for the Manatee County share of costs. Typically, the local share is offset by in-kind eligible expenditures (i.e. Paratransit Operator salaries).

● The FTA operating funding awarded to Manatee County has ranged between $156,000 and $271,000, beginning with the FY 2014/15 grant award. Typically, capital funding is the FDOT funding priority. Any operating assistance grant award will be utilized for Handy Bus operating expenses.

Manatee County Government Administrative CenterCommission Chambers, First Floor

9:00 a.m. - December 13, 2016

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County Attorney Review Not Reviewed (Utilizes exact document or procedure approved within the last 18 months) Explanation of Other Reviewing Attorney N/A Instructions to Board Records Provide four (4) certified copies of Resolution R-16-175 and two (2) original signed copies of each grant application to Edrick Sweeting, Grants Administrator, [email protected], Ext 7354. Cost and Funds Source Account Number and Name 435-0012100 Paratransit Operating: Total Funds of $845,458 represents $34,546 County Match (Capital); $34,546 State FDOT Funds (Capital); $250,000 County Match Funds Operating (In-kind match, salaries); and $526,366 in FTA Funds (Capital & Operating) Amount and Frequency of Recurring Costs The portion of expense in the above cost center is a revenue from FDOT. Attachment: Resolution R-16-175.pdf Attachment: FY17 Section 5310 Application - Capital.pdf Attachment: FY17 Section 5310 Application - Operating.pdf

Manatee County Government Administrative CenterCommission Chambers, First Floor

9:00 a.m. - December 13, 2016

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Emailed, interofficed 12/20/16

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Pass And Duly Adopted, with a present and voting, this 13 ...€¦ · resolution r-16-175 a resolution of the manatee county board of commissioners authorizing the signing and submission