The City of Phoenix Public Transit Department received a $6,288,792 Federal Transit Formula Grant under the Enhanced Mobility of Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities program (CFDA 20.513) to support critical transportation services in the Phoenix-Mesa urbanized area. The funding will be used to purchase replacement and expansion vehicles, provide preventive maintenance, support mobility management activities, and cover operating assistance for programs serving the elderly and disabled.
The grant award involves 24 sub-recipients, including local non-profit organizations and transit providers, who will utilize the funding to deliver a range of transportation services. Key activities include vehicle procurement, operational support for paratransit and demand-response services, mobility management initiatives, and accessibility improvements to transit infrastructure. This federal grant award aligns with the program's objective to enhance mobility options and accessibility for seniors and individuals with disabilities where public transportation is limited or inappropriate.
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