The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MN DOT) received a $3,931,092 Project Grant award from the Department of Transportation Federal Transit Administration under the Buses and Bus Facilities Formula, Competitive, and Low or No Emissions Programs (CFDA 20.526). Funds will be used to purchase six light-duty mid-sized electric buses and associated charging infrastructure for four rural public transit systems in Minnesota. Workforce development opportunities will also be established. The grant will support MN DOT in addressing unmet capital needs to improve the overall state of good repair for Minnesota's transit fleet. It will further greenhouse gas reduction goals by supporting the transition to electric vehicles. Intended beneficiaries include transit passengers gaining expanded service access and surrounding communities experiencing reduced emissions. As the designated recipient, MN DOT will oversee subaward activities whereby the four transit systems purchase vehicles and equipment with assistance from MN DOT consultants, and participate in workforce development opportunities.
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