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Approve a resolution authorizing submittal of an application for the 2024 Climate Pollution Reduction Grant administered by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, in support of Transportation Demand Management programs related to commute alternatives during multiple extended infrastructure construction projects in Austin and Travis County.
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Lead Department
Transportation and Public Works Department.
Fiscal Note
This item has no fiscal impact.
For More Information:
Richard Mendoza, Director, 512-974-2488; Upal Barua, Assistant Director, 512-974-7110; Kirk Scanlon, 512-974-1505; Gilda Powers, Quality Consultant, 512-974-7092; Stella Deshotel, Business Process Consultant, 512-974-8054.
Additional Backup Information:
The City seeks funding for an implementation grant application for the 2024 Climate Pollution Reduction Grant (CPRG) discretionary grant program. The CPRG program, created by the Inflation Reduction Act and administered through the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, (EPA) provides a total of $5 billion in federal grants to states, local governments, tribes, and territories to develop and implement ambitious plans for reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and other harmful air pollution.
Construction will transform Central Texas' transportation network over the next 10 years. Roughly 2.5 million people live in our region today - and the population is expected to increase to more than 3 million by 2030. With more than 35 significant construction projects worth nearly $20B that are soon-to-be under way, introduction, encouragement, and services related to Transportation Demand Management will help relieve congestion, reduce pollution, and provide viable options to single occupancy driving for the near and long term.
By approving the associated resolution, Council authorizes the City Manager to apply for funding of $47.85 million in CPRG implementation grant funds to support the promotion of alternate transportation opt...
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