Provide the gobg transit /city of bowling green and its subrecipients operating assistance and capital funding to provide transportation services/infrastructure for people with disabilities and…

The City of Bowling Green received a formula grant award of $465,115 from the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) under the Enhanced Mobility of Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities Program (CFDA 20.513), effective July 22, 2025, through March 30, 2033. This award provides operating and capital assistance to GO BG Transit to deliver specialized transportation services and infrastructure improvements for people with disabilities and older adults in Bowling Green's small urbanized area. The funding will support eligible operating expenses and capital investments, including the procurement and operation of accessible vehicles, installation of curb cuts at various transit stops, and deployment of wayfinding signage to enhance accessibility and mobility for vulnerable populations.

The program aligns with the FTA's mission to supplement public transportation services in areas where conventional transit is unavailable, insufficient, or inappropriate. By funding both operational support and infrastructure enhancements, this award enables GO BG Transit to continue providing critical transportation services that address barriers to accessing essential services and improve quality of life for seniors and individuals with disabilities. No subrecipient activities were identified for this award.

Purpose

The purpose of this award is to provide the gobg transit /city of bowling green and its subrecipients operating assistance and capital funding to provide transportation services/infrastructure for people with disabilities and older adults.

Activities

Funds will be used to cover eligible operating expenses and capital expenses for vehicles curb cuts at various stops and way finding signage.

Expected outcomes

Funding will permit the city of bowling green/ gobg transit to continue to provide service for people with disabilities and older adults.

Intended beneficiaries

People with disabilities and older adults in the small urban area of the city of bowling green.