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Endorse Council Approval of Grant Applications to Alameda County Transportation Commission for the 2022 Comprehensive Investment Plan Call for Projects (Action Item)
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To: Honorable Chair and Members of the Transportation Commission
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
In December, the Alameda County Transportation Commission (Alameda CTC) issued a call for projects for the 2022 Comprehensive Investment Plan (2022 CIP). There is $26.0 million available for bicycle/pedestrian and transit-related improvements within Alameda County. Projects must be included in the 2020 Countywide Transportation Plan (CTP) project listings, and the grant prioritizes projects that enhance equity, safety and gap closure. The grant requires a 25% match for capital projects. Applicants may submit up to three applications and must provide their priority funding order. Grants are due February 1, 2021. City staff have evaluated potential projects to submit based on the grant criteria, City priorities, available staff time, and local funds available for matching the grant. Staff recommend submitting up to two applications, as described below.
* Connector Trails Expansion and Enhancement: This project will consist of up to four distinct elements:
(1) Build a new path through Neptune Park, connecting the intersections of Webster/Stargell Streets and Constitution Way/Marina Village Parkway;
(2) Resurface and maintain the Constitution Way path north of Atlantic Ave, possibly as far as Tynan Ave;
(3) Build four new connector paths to the Cross Alameda Trail in Jean Sweeney Open Space Park, to the north and south of the park;
(4) Consider including an upgrade to a short gap in the Bay Trail on Bay Farm Island from asphalt to concrete.
The total project cost is still being evaluated, but is expected to be approximately $600,000. The expected matching funds would be $200,000 in City funds such as Measures B and BB, plus private funds from business associations and community fundraising.
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