Provide operating assistance for link transit for the period of january 13 2023 - december 31 2023.

This federal Formula Grant award from the Federal Transit Administration's (FTA) Urbanized Area Formula Funding program (CFDA 20.507) provides $16,854,000.00 in operating assistance to Link Transit, a U.S. local government transit authority in Washington state. The funding will enable Link Transit to sustain its current public transportation services and security operations within its service area from January 13, 2023 to December 31, 2023. Specifically, the grant will cover wages, benefits, and maintenance for Link Transit's operations and vehicle maintenance staff, as well as contracted security services at its intermodal center. This award will allow Link Transit to continue providing safe and reliable transportation options for its passengers in the region.

Purpose

The purpose of this award is to provide operating assistance for link transit for the period of january 13 2023 - december 31 2023.

Activities

Funds will be used to cover wages and benefits for all operations facilities and vehicle maintenance staff. One percent of funds will cover contracted security services at link transits intermodal center columbia station.

Expected outcomes

Funding will permit link transit to sustain current transportation options within the region and sustain a secure environment for its passengers.

Intended beneficiaries

Link transits passengers will benefit from the continuation of services they rely on to safely reach their desired destinations.