AGENDA CAPTION:
Title
Consider approval of Resolution 2025-165R, approving a Public Transit System Interlocal Agreement with the Capital Area Rural Transportation System ("CARTS") to provide public transit service and maintenance in the San Marcos urbanized area, with funding to CARTS in the amount of $2,382,246.00, of which $621,414.00 is to be paid by the city and the balance to be paid from federal and state sources; authorizing the City Manager, or her designee, to execute the agreement on behalf of the city; and declaring an effective date.
Body
Meeting date: September 2, 2025
Department: Public Works
Amount & Source of Funding
Funds Required: $2,382,246.00
Account Number: 23006345-52450
Funds Available: $2,382,246.00
Account Name: Local City Route
Fiscal Note:
Prior Council Action: Res. 2024-157R FY 2025 Public Transit System Interlocal Agreement approved August 20, 2024
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Background Information:
The City of San Marcos is designated by the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) as a small urban transit system. As such, the City receives federal funding to provide public transportation services including fare-free fixed-route bus service; paratransit service for individuals with disabilities; and interurban...
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