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RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF JONESBORO, ARKANSAS GRANTS AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT TO APPLY FOR FEDERAL TRANSIT ADMINISTRATION’S BUS AND BUS FACILITIES COMPETITIVE GRANT FOR FY21.
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WHEREAS, applications are now being accepted for the FY21 Competitive Bus and Bus Facilities Program; and
Whereas, the Competitive Bus and Bus Facilities Program grant will cover the cost upgrading up to 50 JETS bus stops with covered shelters, benches, interactive screens and safety features.
Whereas, the City of Jonesboro, Arkansas is seeking funding of $1,000,000 for the upgrade of up to 50 JETS bus stops. The federal share is $800,000 and the local match is $200,000.
Whereas, the City of Jonesboro will take bids from various competitors and select the proposal that offers the best financial investment.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF JONESBORO, ARKANSAS THAT:
SECTION 1: The City of Jonesboro, Arkansas supports the submission of the application to the FY21 Competitive Bus and Bus Facilities Program grant for upgrades to JETS bus stops.
SECTION 2: The Mayor and the City Clerk are hereby authorized by the City Council for the City of Jonesboro, Arkansas to execute all documents necessary to effectuate this application.
SECTION 3: The Grants and Community Development Department is hereby authorized by the City Council for the City of Jonesboro, Arkansas to submit all necessary documents for this federal program.
PASSED AND APPROVED THIS 7TH DAY OF DECEMBER 2021.