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Meeting Date:	05/22/2017
5310 Grant
Submitted for:	Liza De Leon	Submitted By:	Liza De Leon
Department:	Community Action Agency

Subject:

Discussion and possible action to develop and submit application to enter into contract 5310-2017-WEBB CO-00051 with the State of Texas, acting through the Texas Department of Transportation wherein Webb County El Aguila Rural Transit is requesting federal funds in the amount of EIGHTY FIVE THOUSAND DOLLARS ($85,000.00), if granted Webb County accepts the grant amount not to exceed ONE HUNDRED TWO THOUSAND DOLLARS ($102,000.00) including match on additional funding, and authorizing the County Judge to execute all relevant documents. This Grant will be used to purchase a 20 passenger bus. No impact to general fund. [Fund #2661-7230-330300 (Grant Revenue)]

Issue: Current fleet rate is in high mileage, high wear and tear, road conditions play an extreme role on preventive maintenance daily.

Solution: If awarded, with the assistance of a purchasing agent El Aguila will be going out for bids.

Result: If awarded it will replace an older bus and continue uninterrupted services.

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