This $915,019 Formula Grant award from the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) under the Buses and Bus Facilities Formula, Competitive, and Low or No Emissions Programs (CFDA 20.526) will fund the purchase of approximately two (2) 35-foot diesel-fueled, ADA-accessible, low-floor fixed-route replacement buses for Ben Franklin Transit, a local government-owned transit authority serving the Benton-Franklin Public Transportation Benefit Area in Washington state. The new replacement buses are expected to improve system reliability for public transportation services in the cities of Kennewick, Pasco, Richland, West Richland, Benton City, Prosser, and certain unincorporated areas of Benton and Franklin counties. The grant was awarded on August 14, 2024, with a project completion date of December 31, 2026.
Mod # | Description | Reason For Modification | Federal Obligation (Click to sort descending) | Date (Click to sort ascending) |
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| Not listed | $777.8k | 8/14/24 |