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Consider/Discuss/Act on McKinney Community Development Corporation Project #14-12 Submitted by Texoma Area Paratransit System, Inc. (TAPS) for $218,500 to Improve Public Transportation in the City of McKinney through Procurement and Installation of Bus Shelters, Bus Stop Seating, Signage and Bike Racks for Fixed Routes in McKinney
Summary
MEETING DATE: October 7, 2014
DEPARTMENT: McKinney Community Development Corporation
CONTACT: Cindy Schneible, Executive Director
RECOMMENDED CITY COUNCIL ACTION:
* Approval of the Project and Funding by MCDC.
ITEM SUMMARY:
* Approval of Project #14-12, with funding provided by MCDC will facilitate procurement and installation of bus shelters, benches, bike racks and signage at TAPS fixed routes throughout the City that will transport residents to destinations within McKinney and to connect them to a regional transportation network.
* The fixed route system will foster economic development and revitalization by providing reliable transportation for McKinney's workforce - a critical link in the labor supply chain essential for business attraction and retention.
* The fixed route system will enhance quality of life for residents by improving mobility and ensuring residents are able to get to important destinations that include not only work, but also to school, medical and other personal appointments.
* Utilization of the TAPS fixed route system can help alleviate traffic congestion and parking shortages.
* Under MCDC bylaws, City Council approval is required for projects approved by the board of directors that are to be funded by the Economic Development and Capital allocation.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
* TAPS submitted a project funding application to McKinney Community Development Corporation in July, 2014 for $303,500 for the procurement and installation of bus shelters, benches, signage and bike racks for fixed bus routes in McKinney.
* The application also included...
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