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Share of $1.2 million available starting Aug. 22 to benefit Idaho public transportation providers

Public transportation providers throughout Idaho can submit a one-time application beginning Monday (Aug. 22) for a share of more than $1.2 million in funding available statewide through the Idaho Transportation Department's Public Transportation Office.

The application will be for eligible capital, planning or marketing projects.

Public transportation providers throughout the state can apply for funding to rehabilitate and replace aging bus fleets and purchase equipment needed to maintain operations.

"The funds will also fuel marketing efforts to increase ridership and awareness, and planning efforts to ensure that they continue to meet the needs of citizens," said ITD Chief Operations Officer Jim Carpenter.

"The public will benefit from safer transportation operations, increased awareness of public-transportation services, and better access to those services," he added.

Starting Monday, the application will be available via the webpage at http://itd.idaho.gov/public_transportation/application_program.html

The public will also benefit from new and improved capital assets that results in greater fuel economy and load-carrying efficiency. Marketing and planning improvement also increase awareness and education on how to use public transportation and where services should be deployed.

Eligible projects will be considered for 5310 program (Enhanced Mobility of Seniors & Individuals with Disabilities), 5339 program (Buses and Bus Facilities Grants Program), and VIP funding sources.

This one-time application is made possible through cost savings and innovative approaches taken by ITD's Public Transportation Office.

Further details can be found on the website on Aug. 22. Please see the Applications page above for more details.