Master_Agency_Agreement_for_Federal-Aid_Projects.pdf

This document is a Master Agreement between Sacramento County and the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) for Federal-Aid Transportation Projects, specifically Agreement No. 03-5924F15 executed on August 12, 2016. The agreement establishes the framework for administering federal transportation funds, outlining the policies, regulations, and processes for allocating and expending federal funds on county transportation projects. The document details the responsibilities of the Administering Agency (Sacramento County) in implementing transportation-related projects, including compliance with state and federal regulations, maintaining project facilities, and ensuring nondiscrimination in project execution.

The agreement provides comprehensive guidelines for financial management, including provisions for federal and state fund allocation, reimbursement procedures, and audit requirements. Key financial aspects include the ability to submit invoices for reimbursement, requirements for maintaining financial records, and stipulations about fund liquidation periods. The document emphasizes compliance with various federal regulations, such as the Civil Rights Act, Rehabilitation Act, and nondiscrimination requirements. The agreement also outlines specific conditions for project authorization, including the need for project-specific supplements and authorization documents from both the state and Federal Highway Administration before funds can be accessed and utilized.