Agenda Item Wording:
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Authorization to submit allocation request for V-LINE transit service - Authorization to submit two (2) allocation requests in the total amount of $489,061 to the California Department of Transportation Low Carbon Transit Operations Program for operating funds to continue funding the V-LINE operations and approve the funds to be appropriated when the grant is awarded (Resolution No. 2026-71).
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Agenda Date: 10/19/2026
Prepared by:
David Chang, Financial Analyst, David.Chang@Visalia.gov, (559)713-4526
Angelina Baker, Transit Manager, Angelina.Baker@Visalia.gov, (559)713-4591
John Lollis, Assistant City Manager, John.Lollis@Visalia.gov, (559)713-4323
Department Recommendation:
Staff recommends that the City Council authorize staff to submit two (2) allocation requests in the total amount of $489,061 to the California Department of Transportation Low Carbon Transit Operations Program (LCTOP) for operating funds to continue funding the V-LINE operations and approve the funds to be appropriated when the grant is awarded (Resolution No. 2026-71).
Summary:
Staff is requesting authorization to submit two (2) allocation requests to the LCTOP grant program in cycle A for $297,854 and cycle B for $191,207 in the total amount of $489,061 to continue funding V-LINE operations.
Background Discussion:
The Low Carbon Transit Operations Program (LCTOP), established under Senate Bill 862, provides operating and capital assistance to transit agencies with the goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions and improving mobility, with a focus on serving disadvantaged communities. Eligible projects include new or expanded bus or rail services, intermodal facility enhancements, and may include related equipment, fueling, and maintenance needs necessary to operate those services.
SB 862 provided for consistent appropriations of five percent (5%) of the annual auction proceeds from the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund (GGRF) to LCTOP. Historically, the ...
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