SUBJECT
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Consideration to authorize the City Manager to purchase two (2) paratransit vans from vendor Model1 in the amount of $304,500.00 utilizing the Oklahoma State Contract # SW0797. This purchase will benefit the El Lift Department and will be funded by the Section 5310 grant TX-2025-107. FTA share $258,825.00 and Local Match of $45,675.00. 85/15 share.
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PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION
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BACKGROUND
The Section 5310 Enhanced Mobility of Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities program makes federal resources available to improve mobility for seniors and individuals with disabilities by removing barriers to transportation service and expanding transportation mobility options. This program supports transportation services in all areas - large urbanized (over 200,000), small urbanized (50,000-200,000), and rural (under 50,000).
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
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STAFF RECOMMENDATION
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Staff recommends the approval of this resolution to replace paratransit vans and better provide services to the elderly and people with disabilities in our community.
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Fiscal Impact
Fiscal Year: 2026
Budgeted Y/N?: Y
Source of Funds: Transit - FTA Grants
Account #: 518-5173-585-9004
Change Order: Exceeds 25% Y/N: n/a
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
Funding is available through the FTA grant Sec 5310 TX-2025-107.