The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) was awarded a $6,635,490 Formula Grant from the Federal Transit Administration's (FTA) Enhanced Mobility of Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities program (CFDA 20.513) on July 17, 2024. The purpose of these funds is to improve transportation efficiency within rural areas in Missouri through traditional and non-traditional projects that serve seniors and individuals with disabilities.
Through this funding, MoDOT is providing capital assistance for the acquisition of accessible vehicles, as well as operating assistance to support specialized transportation services in rural communities. Sub-grantee organizations such as Community Opportunities For People With Developmental Disabilities, Warren County Pathfinders, Direct Transit, Big Springs Sheltered Workshop Inc., Oregon County Sheltered Workshop, Willow Health Care Inc., United Enterprises II Inc., and Choices For People Center For Citizens With Disabilities Inc. are utilizing the grant funds to enhance mobility options and independent travel for elderly residents and individuals with disabilities residing in rural Missouri.
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