Acquisition of Rolling Stock Including New Hybrid/Electric and Battery Electric (BEB) Buses Complementary…

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Application Purpose: The Purpose of This Award Is to Fund the Acquisition of Rolling Stock Including New Hybrid/Electric and Battery Electric (BEB) Buses Complementary Paratransit Vehicles as Well as New Mobility on Demand Metronow Vehicles. These Will Primarily Replace Older Vehicles That Are Beyond Their Useful Life (with the Exception of Metronow Vehicles Which Will Be an Expansion) Which Will Support Sortas Public Transportation Network.; Activities Performed: SORTA Will Be Using the Funds for the Acquisition OF:1.FIXED-ROUTE Hybrid/Electric Replacement BUSES2.FIXED-ROUTE Battery Electric BEB BUSES3.ADA Complementary Paratransit Replacement VEHICLES4. Mobility on Demand Metronow Vehicles; Expected Outcomes: 1.IMPROVED Vehicle Performance and Reliability Leading to Better Service Quality for Passengers. 2. Enhanced Safety as the New Buses Will Be Equipped with the Latest Safety Features. 3. Increased Efficiency in Operations as Modern Buses Can Operate More Effectively in Various Weather CONDITIONS.4.IMPROVED Emissions and Air Quality Benefits in Compliance with Environmental Regulations. 5.POTENTIAL Cost Savings in the Long Run Due to the Reduced Operating Maintenance Costs of New Buses in Comparison to Older Buses. ; Intended Beneficiaries: Residents and Transit Riders as Well as Businesses in Sortas Service Area and Employees of SORTA Will Be Beneficiaries of This Award. This Includes All of Hamilton County and Parts of Warren Butler and Clermont Counties in Southwest Ohio.; Subrecipient Activities: N/A

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