Grant Fund Source Purpose Who May Local Match Sustainable Communities Competitive State Highway Account (SHA) Budget State funds $12.5 million Min $50,000 for Disadvantaged Communities; $100,000 for All Others Grant Max $1,000,000 local and regional multimodal transportation and land use planning projects that further the region’s RTP SCS (where applicable), contribute to the State’s GHG reduction targets, and also assist in achieving the Caltrans Mission and Grant Program Overarching Objectives (See Page 3). The following are eligible to apply as a primary applicant: MPOs with sub-applicants RTPAs Transit Agencies; Cities and Counties; Native American Tribal Governments The following are eligible to apply as a sub-applicant: MPOs/RTPAs Transit Agencies Universities and Community Colleges Native American Tribal Governments Cities and Counties Organizations Non-Profit Organizations (501.C.3) Other Public Entities** 11.47% minimum (in cash or an in-kind* contribution). The entire minimum 11.47% local match may be in the form of an eligible in-kind contribution. Staff time from the primary applicant counts as cash match. Sustainable Communities Formula State Highway Account (SHA) Budget State funds $12.5 million Funds local and regional multimodal transportation and land use planning projects that further the region’s RTP SCS (where applicable), contribute to the State’s GHG reduction targets, and also assist in achieving the Caltrans Mission and Grant Program Overarching Objectives (See Page 3). The following are eligible to apply as a primary applicant: MPOs 11.47% minimum (in cash or an in-kind* contribution). The entire minimum 11.47% local match may be in the form of an eligible in-kind contribution. Staff time from the primary applicant counts as cash match. * For in-kind contribution requirements, to Page 20 of this Guide. ** Public entities include state agencies, the Regents of the University of California, district, public authority, public agency, and any other political subdivision or public corporation in the State (Government Code Section 811.2). Integrating Objectives and Considerations Successful grant applications address and articulate how the project relates to the Caltrans Mission, Grant Program Overarching Objectives, Grant Program Considerations, and the region’s RTP SCS
(where applicable). The Grant Specific Objectives on Page 11 indicate the specific purpose of the Sustainable Communities Grants, and must also be considered when preparing an application. Grant Program Overarching Objectives The following Grant Program Overarching Objectives are provided to guide grant application development, including: Sustainability – Promote reliable and efficient mobility for people, goods, and services, while meeting the State’s GHG emission reduction goals, preserving the State’s natural and working lands, and preserving the unique character and livability of California’s communities. Preservation – Preserve the transportation system through protecting and/or enhancing the environment, promoting energy conservation, improving the quality of life, and/or promoting consistency between transportation improvements and State and Local planning growth and economic development patterns. Mobility – Increase the accessibility of the system and mobility of people and freight. Safety – Increase the safety and/or security of the transportation system for motorized and active transportation Innovation – Promote the use of technology and innovative designs to improve the performance of our transportation system and provide sustainable transportation options. Economy – Support the economic vitality of the area (i.e. enables global competitiveness, enables increased productivity, improves efficiency, etc.). Health – Decrease exposure to local pollution sources, reduce serious injuries and fatalities on the transportation system, and promote physical activity especially through transportation means. Social Equity – Promote transportation solutions that balance and integrate community values with transportation safety and performance, focusing on communities most affected by air pollution and climate change, while encouraging greater than average public involvement in the transportation decision making process. Program Considerations The Grant Program also supports related State sustainability initiatives, explained further in the following pages and should be considered in grant application development, including: California Transportation Plan (CTP) 2040 2017 Regional Transportation Plan (RTP) Guidelines & Promoting Sustainable Communities in California Addressing Environmental Justice & Disadvantaged Communities Proposed 2017 Climate Change Scoping Plan Update, Appendix C Complete Streets & Framework Climate Ready Transportation Planning for Housing California Transportation Plan 2040 The California Transportation Plan (CTP) 2040 vision is focused on sustainability: California’s transportation system is safe, sustainable, universally accessible, and globally competitive. It
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