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Updates on Tribal Transit Program: FTA Outreach and Future Directions (April 2006)

This document provides an overview of the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) activities related to the Tribal Transit Program as of April 2006. It outlines the implementation of the SAFETEA-LU legislation, participation in outreach meetings, and the ongoing process for public comments. The purpose of the meeting is detailed, including discussions on grant proposal solicitations and upcoming funding opportunities. Stakeholders are encouraged to participate in discussions, submit comments, and engage with FTA regional liaisons for further assistance.

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Updates on Tribal Transit Program: FTA Outreach and Future Directions (April 2006)

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  1. Tribal Transit Program Update Office of Program ManagementTribal Transit Outreach Meetings April 2006

  2. Tribal Transit Program Update • What has FTA been doing? • Where is FTA now? • Where is FTA headed? • Purpose of Today’s Meeting • Docket • More Information

  3. What has FTA been doing? • SAFETEA-LU passed by Congress July 29, 2005 • SAFETEA-LU signed by President August 10, 2005 • Listening session held October 26, 2005 • Established FTA Regional Liaisons & FTA Working Group • Presenting at several interagency meetings (NTTC, ITA, IRRPCC, BIA) • Consulting with Federal Lands Highway Program Staff, Federal Highways Planning Staff, and TTAP Staff • Published two Federal Register notices & solicited public comment

  4. Where is FTA now? • Consulting with tribes – April 4 & 7 at FTA Public Outreach Meetings in Denver and Kansas City • Soliciting public comment on proposed program until April 21, 2006 • Participating in FHWA IRR Roll-out Meetings in April and May • Madison, WI - Atlanta, GA • Phoenix, AZ - Albuquerque, NM • Seattle, WA - Gallup, NM - Tulsa, OK - Boston, MA • Working with RTAP and CTAA on technical assistance resources available for tribal transit programs

  5. Where is FTA headed? • Public comment period until April 21st • Submit comments via the docket http://dms.dot.gov • Participate in FHWA IRR rollout meetings • Publish a Notice of Funding Availability soliciting proposals for FY 2006 available funds • Evaluate and select proposals • Grant applications for selected projects • Award funds!

  6. Purpose of Today’s Meeting • Discuss March 22, 2006 Federal Register notice • Opportunity to refine proposed proposal solicitation process and grant program provisions • Introduce and describe other FTA processes and requirements • Solicit comment and share additional information

  7. Docket • Docket No. FTA-06-24143 • Submit comments by April 21: • Web site: http://dms.dot.gov • Fax: 202-493-2251 • Mail: Docket Management Facility, US Department of Transportation, 400 Seventh Street SW., Nassif Building, PL-401, Washington, DC 20590-0001. • Hand Delivery

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  9. For More Information • FTA Website: www.fta.dot.gov: “SAFETEA-LU Implementation” • Fact Sheets and FAQs are posted • Participate in outreach meetings • Contact your FTA Regional Tribal Transit Liaison • Email us: Fta.TribalProgram@dot.gov

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