Formula Grant NY2024046

Award Date 9/3/24
Completion Date 1/31/26
Dollars Obligated $700K
Federal Grant Program
20.507
Assistance Type
Formula Grant
Place of Performance
New York, USA
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  • Advancing the use of MetroCard as the primary fare medium through public outreach and education, and preparing for the future OMNY fare collection system
  • Promoting the reduced fare program for seniors and people with disabilities
  • Providing travel demand management services and promoting online trip planning tools
  • Hosting transportation fairs to inform commuters about sustainable transportation options
  • Continuing collaboration with MTA-NYCTA on the mobile van sales program

The grant award is expected to result in a reduction of single-occupancy vehicle use and increased transit ridership, benefiting business commuters, seniors, the disabled community, and Westchester County residents. The grant has an award date of September 3, 2024 and an ultimate completion date of January 31, 2026.

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