FYE 2017 Bicycle Facilities Grant Program

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                                                                     GRANT APPLICATION 

                     TFCA REGIONAL FUND 

BICYCLE FACILITIES GRANT PROGRAM

FYE 2017

Application packages must be submitted to the Air District BOTH electronically (online) and as a hard copy (one copy). Grant applications will be accepted through Monday, June 26, 2017 (by 4 PM). Only complete applications received by this deadline will be evaluated. Please refer to the Bicycle Facilities program website at www.baaqmd.gov/bikeways for complete program eligibility requirements and instructions. Before completing this application, review the Bicycle Facilities Program Application Guidance thoroughly and attend a pre-application workshop to learn about the program and application process (not required, but encouraged).


NOTE:  This application will work best using Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox browsers.

May be modified by the Air District.
APPLICANT'S ADDRESS





All official documents regarding this grant will be sent to the legal address unless a mailing address is provided.





CONTACT INFORMATION

This person serves as the point of contact for day-to-day communications.





This person is authorized to sign the application and execute grant funding agreements.









PROJECT SCHEDULE
The proposed Project schedule should cover all project components that are part of the proposed project. For the Expected Project Start Date, indicate when work will commence (e.g., apply for permits, place order for equipment). All projects must commence in calendar year 2017. Note: The Air District is proposing to extend this deadline to one year from the date of the execution of the Funding Agreement.  For Proposed Project Completion Date, indicate when all of the installation work for this project will be complete and all of the project components that are part of this project will be open and available for use.  

PART 2. PROJECT INFORMATION

PROJECT COMPONENTS
To be eligible for funding, projects are required to have completed all applicable State and federal environmental reviews.
PROJECT BUDGET SUMMARY
BIKEWAY SEGMENT INFORMATOIN

If the project includes more than one bikeway, this section must be completed for each distinct segment. To add another segment, click on "add another segment" on the bottom right-hand corner of this section.  

To be eligible for funding, projects are required to have completed all applicable State and federal environmental reviews.

A. Bikeway Segment Budget

Provide a line item project budget that covers all eligible costs directly related to the construction of the bikeway. Any other costs that are not eligible under this program should be excluded from the budget. If match funding for the costs in the Line Item Budget is derived from more than a single source, specify each funding source and the amount of match funds on a separate line. 



Description of Cost Estimated Cost ($)
Line Item

Source of Matching Fund Amount ($)
Line Item

† Matching Funds: Project sponsors must provide a minimum of 10% matching funds from non-TFCA sources. TFCA County Program Manager Funds may not be combined with TFCA Regional Funds to fund a TFCA Regional Fund project.  

B. Bikeway Location


C. Bikeway Type, Length, and other information

1. Type and segment length of proposed Bikeway: 
In miles to two decimal places.



For Class 1 & 4 projects, use the ADT on the most appropriate parallel road.
6. Provide the following information for each Activity Center. As a reminder, projects must meet one of the following conditions:

A.    Be located within one-half mile (1/2) from a public transit station/stop (e.g., local, county- wide or regional transit stops/stations/terminals, Bay Area Bike Share); or

B.    Be located within one-half mile (1/2) from a major activity center that serves at least 2,500 people per day (e.g., employment centers, schools, business districts); or

C.    Be located within one-half mile (1/2) from three activity center(s) (e.g., employment centers, schools, business districts). 



In miles to two decimal places.

Per day


If "yes", using the map, indicate in the length of the bikeway that will be constructed in each Highly Impacted Community. 


In miles to two decimal places

If “yes”, using the map,  indicate in the length of the bikeway that will be constructed in each "Planned" or "Potential" Priority Development Area.  



In miles to two decimal places


BICYCLE PARKING INFORMATION
Provide the following detailed information for each location where the secured bicycle parking will be installed. If the project includes more than one secured bicycle parking location, this section must be completed for each distinct location. To add another location, click on "add another location" on the bottom right-hand corner of this section. 
A. Bicycle Parking Location
1. Identify the Activity Center (e.g. transit station, office building, or school) and street address where the secured bicycle parking will be installed.




If “yes”, using the map, indicate the name of the PDA, and clarify if it is "Planned" or "Potential".



BICYCLE RACK INFORMATION
Provide the type and quantity of the bicycle rack to be purchased (including name of the vendor, if known). If more than one type is selected, please add an additional row for each rack capacity type.




Proposed Budget
Provide a line item project budget that covers all costs directly related to the construction/installation of the bicycle rack. Any other costs that are not eligible under this program should be excluded from the budget. If match funding for the costs in the Line Item Budget is derived from more than a single source, specify each funding source and the amount of match funds on a separate line.

Description of Cost Estimated Cost ($)
Line Item

Source of Matching Funds Amount ($)
Line Item

† Matching Funds: Project sponsors must provide a minimum of 10% matching funds from non-TFCA sources. TFCA County Program Manager Funds may not be combined with TFCA Regional Funds to fund a TFCA Regional Fund project.  

ELECTRONIC BICYCLE LOCKER INFORMATION
Provide the type and quantity of the electronic locker to be purchased (including name of the vendor, if known). If more than one type is selected, please add an additional row for each locker capacity type.




Proposed Budget
Provide a line item project budget that covers all costs directly related to the construction/installation of the electronic bicycle locker. Any other costs that are not eligible under this program should be excluded from the budget. If match funding for the costs in the Line Item Budget is derived from more than a single source, specify each funding source and the amount of match funds on a separate line.

Description of Cost Estimated Cost ($)
Line Item

Source of Matching Funds Amount ($)
Line Item

† Matching Funds: Project sponsors must provide a minimum of 10% matching funds from non-TFCA sources. TFCA County Program Manager Funds may not be combined with TFCA Regional Funds to fund a TFCA Regional Fund project.  

PART 3. SUPPLEMENTAL DOCUMENTS TO SEND WITH PRINTED COPY OF APPLICATION

Evidence of Authority to Apply
A signed letter of commitment from an individual with authority to enter into a financial commitment and carry out the Project (e.g., Chief Executive or Financial Office, Executive Director, City Manager):

OR

A signed resolution from the governing board (e.g., City Council, Board of Supervisors, Board of Directors).

The signed letter of commitment or resolution must address the following:
  • Authorize the submittal of the application.
  • Confirm that the entity has secured matching funds from a non-Air District source(s) that would fund the costs to purchase/install and maintain the vehicle charging station in excess of the award amount.
  • Acknowledge that the entity will operate and maintain the station for its intended purpose for a minimum of ten years.
Bikeway Cost Quote
A line item cost quote/budget report for the construction of each bikeway. Click "add another attachment" below to upload more than one file. (max 5) 

Bicycle Plan
Documentation that all project components are contained in an adopted countywide bicycle plan, Congestion Management Program, or the Metropolitan Transportation Commission's Regional Bicycle plan (please submit copies only of the pages pertaining to the project and highlight the project-specific information.)

Bikeway(s) Map
Map of proposed bikeway(s) showing the location of the bikeway. Highlight the location of the proposed bikeway(s) and its distance (in miles) to public transit stations/hub, major activity center, or activity centers. If proposed bikeway(s) connect to an existing existing bikeway, highlight the existing bikeway(s) and new connecting bikeway. Click "add another attachment" below to upload more than one file. (max 5) 
Annual Average Daily Traffic
Data showing Annual Average Daily Traffic (AADT)? Click "Add another attachment" below to upload more than one file. (max 5)
Secured Bicycle Parking Cost Quote
A line item cost quote/budget report for the construction/installation of the secured bicycle parking. Click "add another attachment" below to upload more than one file. (max 5) 

Secured Bicycle Parking Map
Map of the proposed secured bicycle parking location showing the location of the parking. Highlight the location of the proposed secured bicycle parking and its distance (in miles) to public transit stations/hub, major activity center, or activity centers. Click "add another attachment" below to upload more than one file. (max 5) 
W-9
A W-9, available from www.irs.gov. DO NOT UPLOAD THIS DOCUMENT. Mail to the following address:

Attn: Bicycle Facilities Grant Program, SID
Bay Area Air Quality Management District
375 Beale St., STE 600
San Francisco, CA 94105
Additional of clarifying information (optional)
If there's any additional or clarifying information you would like to include with your application (i.e. design or engineering report, survey of potential riders) please enter it below (optional). You may also include attachments, click "Add another attachment" below to upload more than on file. (max 5)

By signing below, I certify that:

I understand that this application is for evaluation purposes only and does not guarantee project funding.     

 

The proposed project and the emission reductions that would be realized from it are not required by any federal, state or local regulation, judicial order, agreement, memorandum of understanding, contract, mitigation requirement, or other binding obligation that requires the project applicant to implement any portion of the project.

 

All matching funds have been disclosed and that this application is for service/bicycle route(s) that neither have been already been funded, nor are currently under consideration for funding by another air district, the California Air Resources Board (ARB) or by another public agency. 

 

To the best of my knowledge, the information contained in this application and in any documentation accompanying this application or submitted in furtherance of this application is true and accurate and I understand that any misstatements or omissions of material facts may disqualify this grant application and any monies awarded based on it.

 

I understand and agree that no costs funded by this program can be incurred until after the notice of award and after a funding agreement is executed between the project sponsor (grantee) and the Air District.

 

The applicant entity I represent is in compliance and will remain in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local air quality rules and regulations.   

 

I have the legal authority to apply for funding on behalf of the applicant entity and that I am authorized to sign this application on behalf of applicant.




Signed: _________________________________________________   Date: __________________

(Authorized Representative of Applicant)




By pressing the SUBMIT button on the next page, you will be able to (1) review a draft version of your application, and (2) print one copy of your application to submit to the Air District.

Reminder: To complete the application process, you must submit one signed hard copy of the application along with any required supporting documentation to:

Attn: Bicycle Facilities Grant Program, SID
Bay Area Air Quality Management District
375 Beale Street, Suite 600
San Francisco, CA 94105
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