AGENDA ITEM
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR
AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
FROM: CARLO TOMAINO
CITY MANAGER
BY: ALISON DOBAY
COMMUNITY SERVICES MANAGER
SUBJECT:
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PROPOSITION A LOS ANGELES COUNTY METROPOLITAN AUTHORITY TRANSPORTATION FUNDING APPROPRIATION
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Summary:
The City receives Proposition A (Prop A) revenues each year to be utilized for transportation-related programs. Proposition A is a voter-approved half-cent sales tax in Los Angeles County, generating revenue to cover transit service costs. The City is estimated to receive approximately $321,516 in FY 2024-25; however, the entire allocation has a three-year life span, and does not need to be expended within the first fiscal year. These funds are restricted to transportation-related uses, such as providing subsidized transit services for Signal Hill residents, seniors, and individuals with disabilities. A written request for funding approval must be submitted to the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (LACMTA) for all new and ongoing projects. The remaining unexpended allocation will be budgeted and spent within the three-year cycle. The City Council will consider authorizing the planned expenditures of Prop A funds and proposed Contract Service Agreements with the Long Beach Public Transportation Company (Long Beach Transit) to provide Dial-A-Lift and Fixed Route Bus services, and Associated Services Cooperative to provide Dial-A-Taxi services for FY 2024-25.
Strategic Plan Goal(s):
Goal No. 1 Financial Stability: Ensure the City’s long-term financial stability and resilience.
Goal No. 5 High-Functioning Government: Strengthen internal communication, recruitment, retention, systems, and processes to increase the effectiveness and efficiency of City services.
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Recommendations:
1. Authorize the City Manager to submit a request to LACMTA for FY 2024-25 Prop A Transportation Programs based upon the estimated funding allocation of $321,516.
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute a Contract Services Agreement between the City, Global Paratransit, Incorporated and Long Beach Transit, for a one-year term, not to exceed $9,371, for the Dial-A-Lift service, in a form approved by the City Attorney.
3. Authorize the City Manager to execute a Contract Services Agreement between the City and Long Beach Transit for a one-year term, not to exceed $87,840, with a contingency total of 10% of the base compensation for the Fixed Route Bus Services, in a form approved by the City Attorney.
4. Authorize the City Manager to execute a Contract Services Agreement between the City and Administrative Services Cooperative for a three-year term, with two optional one-year contract extensions, not-to-exceed $15,000 per year, with a contingency total of 10% of the base compensation for the Dial-A-Taxi services in a form approved by the City Attorney.
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Fiscal Impact:
The City’s estimated Prop A Annual Allocation for Fiscal Year 2024-25 is approximately $321,516. The City's funding and expenditures for FY 2024-25 and the estimated Prop A revenue and program totals are shown on the Prop A Worksheet FY 2024-25 (Attachment A). These adjustments will be reflected in the adopted budget for FY 24-25.
Background:
Proposition A is a voter-approved half-cent sales tax that generates revenue to offset the costs of transit services in Los Angeles County; the funds are allocated on a per-capita basis. Signal Hill is estimated to receive approximately $321,516 in FY 2024-25. Prop A funds are restricted to transportation-related uses only. The City receives Prop A funds for transportation-related uses, including providing subsidies to seniors and residents with disabilities for the use of various forms of transportation. A written request for funding approval must be submitted to the LACMTA for all new and ongoing projects.
Analysis:
The City’s transportation services are provided via contract to efficiently and effectively comply with the requirements outlined in Prop A. Staff recommends the City Council authorize the City Manager to execute contract service agreements with the proposed contractors to comply with Prop A and provide adequate transportation services. The Prop A Worksheet includes eight program categories, projected revenues and a proposed budget. The categories are further described below:
Staff Administration
A maximum of 20% of the total Prop A program budget may be utilized for staff administration. Staff recommend an allocation of $33,511, approximately 10% of the total amount, based upon staff salaries and benefit costs to administer the transportation programs.
Dues and Memberships: I-710 Environmental Impact Report/Environmental Impact Statement Gateway Cities Oversight Committee
The City is part of a multi-jurisdictional entity, Gateway Cities Council of Governments (COG), that participates in the coordination of the development of the Environmental Impact Report/Environmental Impact Statement for the improvements to the I-710 Freeway. This is the fifth year the City has participated and the recommended annual contribution amount is $10,000 to continue membership.
Bus Shelter and Bus Stop Maintenance
The Public Works Department has existing contract service agreements with ShelterClean Services and the Conservation Corps of Long Beach to maintain the City’s bus shelters and bus stops on a weekly basis. The scope of services include, but is not limited to refuse collection, disinfection of bus benches, steam cleaning of sidewalks, benches and shelters weekly, and graffiti removal as needed. The FY 2024-25 Operating Budget includes funding in the amount of $38,523 for these continued services.
Recreational Transit Program
The Parks, Library, and Recreation Services Department contracts with companies to coordinate transportation for active adult, youth, and event shuttles to the City’s special events, as well as to provide public transportation for local schools within the established parameters of the program. For FY 2024-25, funding in the amount not to exceed $80,000 for these proposed services.
Dial-A-Lift
Global Paratransit, Incorporated and Long Beach Transit provide a curb-to-curb, demand-responsive paratransit van service within a designated area for mobility-impaired residents older than age 18. In 2023, there were a total of 172 customers at the subsidy rate. Staff proposes a Contract Services Agreement with a one-year term, with a not-to-exceed amount of $9,371. The proposed amount is based on estimates from Long Beach Transit providers (Attachment B).
Fixed Route Subsidy
The City, through an agreement with Long Beach Transit, provides fixed route bus services to Signal Hill residents. The City’s Prop A subsidy for the fixed route bus services is based on the estimated ridership numbers anticipated for FY 2024-25 at 275,934 riders. Staff proposes a Contract Services Agreement with a one-year term, with a total not-to-exceed amount of $87,840, with a contingency total of 10% of the base compensation for this service (Attachment C).
Dial-A-Taxi
Administrative Services Cooperative, Inc. provides curb-to-curb, demand-responsive sedan transportation services for residents who are disabled and age 18 or older, or seniors 50 years or older who have no other means of transportation. Approximately eight residents of Signal Hill utilize the Dial-A-Taxi service on an annual basis. Staff proposes a Contract Services Agreement with a two-year term, and three optional one-year contract extensions, with a total not-to-exceed $15,000 per year is proposed for this service (Attachment D).
Bus Fare Subsidy
Passes are distributed to seniors and residents with disabilities upon verification of residency, age, and income criteria. The City only pays for the actual number of bus passes sold each month. The FY 2024-25 Operating Budget includes funding in the amount of $500 for these continued services.
Recommendation:
Staff recommends utilizing $274,745 of the total FY 2024-25 allocation. Funds not assigned or utilized during FY 2024-25 are eligible to be reallocated and reassigned within the next three fiscal years, ensuring the City’s continued access to transportation funds for residents.
Reviewed for Fiscal Impact:
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Sharon del Rosario
Attachments:
A. Proposition A Worksheet
B. Contract Services Agreement with Long Beach Transit for Dial-A-Lift Services
C. Contract Services Agreement with Long Beach Transit for Fixed Route Services
D. Contract Services Agreement with Associated Services Cooperative for Dial-A-Taxi Services