Title: GCRTA DERG Transit Vehicle Replacements
Sponsor: GCRTA
Estimated Total Cost: $2,452,387
Proposed Source of Federal Funds: Diesel Emission Reduction Grant (DERG) Program 

History/Background: The Diesel Emission Reduction Grant (DERG) program is supported with federal Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality (CMAQ) dollars awarded by the Federal Highway Administration to the Ohio Department of Transportation. The program provides support to public transit systems serving Ohio counties, for the early retirement and replacement of older diesel transit buses.

Proposed Project: CUY GCRTA DERG BUSES: PID No. 109535 - This project involves the purchase of up to five (5) replacement compressed natural gas (CNG) fueled buses. The estimated total cost is $2,453,927. The project will be funded with CMAQ funds ($1,643,099) and local funds ($809,288).

Staff Comment (Summary):

Intergovernmental Review and Consultation (IGRC):

Committee Review:

Transportation Subcommittee

• No comments; recommended for Planning and Programming Committee review.

Planning and Programming Committee

• No comments; recommended for Executive Committee review.

Executive Committee

 • No comments; recommended for Board of Directors review.