Consider approving an Interlocal Agreement for administrative cost funding for Section 5310 Program between the Fort Worth Transportation Authority and The City of Crowley, Texas, FY 2026-27 and authorizing the Mayor to execute said Agreement.

Staff Report & Agenda Item Details

The Fort Worth Transportation Authority is a federal grantee of the Federal Transit Administration which provides funding to States under Section 5310 of Title 49 of the United States Code.   This is an annual Interlocal Agreement with the Fort Worth Transportation Authority to provide door-to-door paratransit services for elderly and persons with disabilities within Tarrant County who do not have transportation service nor is a member of a transportation authority.  The City of Crowley will contribute $1,607.00 towards the administrative costs of the Section 5310 Services for FY2026-27.  Through this service, transportation would be provided for a variety of purposes such as medical appointments, shopping, recreation, school, or work.  Qualifying residents would pay $2.50 for a one-way trip.   For the 2026-2027 year, the City of Crowley will be guaranteed transportation on Thursdays of each week.