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FY 2017 - 2018 LCTOPRead Me

The following is to be used as a guide to completing the Caltrans Low Carbon Transit Operations Program (LCTOP) Allocation Request form.

It was our goal to ensure that the Fiscal Year 2017-2018 (FY 17-18) Allocation Request was more user friendly, eliminate repetition and clarify required information. The FY 17-18 Allocation Request includes a large number of features including drop down lists, auto fill cells and cells that preform calculations. Light Yellow Cells are cells with drop down lists, Light Blue Cells auto populate, Light Green Cells include a calculation. The FY 17-18 Allocation Request has also been improved by including all of the needed document in two files. An excel document with the Allocation Request, Funding Plan and Quantification Methodology Tool (QM Tool), QM Summary and Co-Benefit Summary and a Word document with the Authorized Agent form, Certification and Assurances form and Allocation form.

The Allocation Request Form includes all of the following sections that need to be completed.

Lead Agency Information (page 1)The Lead Agency must complete all questions on the Lead Agency page including; Name, Address, Regional Entity, Agency Website, Contact information, and Authorized Agent information.

Project Summary (page 2)The Lead Agency must complete all questions on the Project Summary page including; The Lead Agency should use the Eligible Project Categories in this “Read Me” document to select a category that best describes their project.

Funding Information (page 3)The Lead Agency completes this section and provides information about the amount and the number of years of LCTOP funding needed to complete the project. If there is a Contributing Sponsor (s) to the proposed project contact information for that entity needs to be provided. The Lead Agency must also describe how the LCTOP funds will not supplant other funds.

Funding Plan (page 4-5)The Lead Agency completes this section and provides information in regards to the amount and the number of years of LCTOP funding needed to complete the project. If there is a Contributing Sponsors to the proposed project, contact information for that entity needs to be provided. The Lead Agency must also describe how the LCTOP funds will not supplant other funds.

Project Information (page 6-7)The Lead Agency must complete all questions in the Project Information section. The Lead Agency must provide clear and concise descriptions of their proposed project. Describe what the project is and what it entails. If the proposed project is a capital project, the description of the project should include the number of items being purchased with LCTOP funding (i.e. 5 vehicles, 1 transit center), the type (i.e., Zero emission bus, Light Rail Station, etc.), and any appropriate descriptions of the project to provide a clear understanding of the intent of the project. If the proposed project is an operational project, the description of the project should include the type of service, the number of trips, the number of additional revenue service hours, the number of additional revenue service miles and the purpose of the additional service. Attach any additional pages if

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FY 2017 - 2018 LCTOPnecessary. The Lead Agency must also provide information regarding their project area, transit service, fare structure and any information on the planning process for the proposed project.

Project Benefits (page 7-10)Greenhouse Gas Reductions – The Lead agency must provide required qualitative and quantitative information needed to prove the proposed project has a Greenhouse Gas Reduction. This section works directly with the Quantification Methodology (QM) included in the document.

Increased Transit Mode Share – The Lead Agency must provide a description of how the proposed project will increase transit mode share.

Co-Benefits – The Lead Agency must explain how the proposed project might have additional/co-benefits besides reducing Greenhouse Gas and increasing transit mode share.

AB 1550 Groups – The Lead Agency is required to complete all appropriate sections including Disadvantaged Community questions, if they have a Disadvantaged Community (DAC), as identified in Section 39711 of the Health and Safety Code, Low-Income Community and Low-Income Residents questions. If the Lead Agency has a DAC within their service area, at least 50% of the total funds received shall be expended on projects or services that benefit a DAC and the agency is required to provide a detailed description of the criteria used to evaluate if a project provides direct, meaningful and assured benefit(s) to the DAC and meaningfully address an important community need(s).

Signature Pages

Authorized Agent – The Lead Agency is only required to complete and sign the Authorized Agent form if the Authorized Agent for the agency is different than what is on file with Caltrans. If an Authorized Agent Form is required the Lead Agency is required to submit both a digital (PDF) and a hard copy.

Certifications and Assurances - The Lead Agency is required to complete and sign the Certifications and Assurances form and submit both a digital (PDF) and a hard copy.

Allocation – The Lead Agency is required to complete and sign the Allocation form and submit both a digital (PDF) and hard copy. The Allocation section should be signed by an Authorized Agent of the Lead Agency and if there is a Contributing Sponsor(s) by an Authorized Agent from each of the Contributing Sponsors. An official signed letter can be submitted by Contributing Sponsor(s) in lieu of signing the Allocation form.

All required Signature Pages should be submitted digitally in one PDF along with all required maps and information.


FY 2017 - 2018 LCTOPCheck List

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DOCUMENTS ☒ NOTESAllocation RequestLead Agency Information (pg. 1) ☐ Click here to enter text. Agency Name, Address, Contact, Contact Phone # ☐ Click here to enter text.Project Summary (pg. 1) ☐ Click here to enter text. Project Name, Short Description, Location, and Type ☐ Click here to enter text.Funding Information (pg. 2) ☐ Click here to enter text. Lead Agency Funds & Contributing Sponsor Funds ☐ Click here to enter text. LCTOP Funds & Other GGRF Funds ☐ Click here to enter text. Other Local, State, and Federal Funds ☐ Click here to enter text. Supplanting and Fully Fund Project Information ☐ Click here to enter text.Total Project Cost and Funding Plan (pg. 3-4) ☐ Click here to enter text. LCTOP Funds & Other GGRF Funds ☐ Click here to enter text. Other Local, State, and Federal Funds ☐ Click here to enter text.Project Information (pg. 5-6) ☐ Click here to enter text. Project Description, Area, Cost and Planning ☐ Click here to enter text. Agencies Service and Fares ☐ Click here to enter text.Project Benefits (pg. 7-8) ☐ Click here to enter text. GHG Reductions ☐ Click here to enter text. Co-Benefits ☐ Click here to enter text.AB 1550 Groups ☐ Click here to enter text. AB 1550 Group Census Tract(s) Project Benefits ☐ Click here to enter text. Specific AB 1550 Group Criteria ☐ Click here to enter text. Agency Approach to AB 1550 Group Need ☐ Click here to enter text. AB 1550 Group Common Needs ☐ Click here to enter text. Specific AB 1550 Group Benefit Criteria ☐ Click here to enter text. Amount of Funds Benefiting AB 1550 Groups ☐ Click here to enter text.Signature PagesAuthorized Agent Form ☐ Click here to enter text.Certification and Assurances ☐ Click here to enter text.Allocation ☐ Click here to enter text.AttachmentsProject Maps ☐ Click here to enter text.AB 1550 Group Maps ☐ Click here to enter text.Copy of FTA/Caltrans Title VI Approval Letter ☐ Click here to enter text.Board Resolution ☐ Click here to enter text.


FY 2017 - 2018 LCTOPEligible Projects

The projects listed below are expected to meet the statutory requirements of Senate Bill 824 (SB 824) and Public Resource Code (PRC) 75230 (a) The Low Carbon Transit Operations Program is hereby created to provide operation and capital assistance for transit agencies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve mobility, with a priority on serving disadvantaged communities. PRC 75230 (f) (1-3) Moneys for the program shall be expended to provide transit operating or capital assistance that meets any of the following:

1. Expenditures that directly enhance or expand transit service by supporting new or expanded bus or rail services, new or expanded water-borne transit, or expanded intermodal transit facilities, and may include equipment acquisition, fueling, and maintenance, and other costs to operate those services or facilities.

2. Operational expenditures that increase transit mode share

3. Expenditures related to the purchase of zero-emission buses, including electric buses, and the installation of the necessary equipment and infrastructure to operate and support these zero-emission buses.

A. Operational Projects1. New expanded/enhanced transit service2. Free or reduced fares3. Network/fare integration4. Alternative transportation services

B. Capital Projects1. Purchase expansion zero-emission or low-emission vehicles and equipment in support of new

expanded/enhanced transit service.2. Purchase, construct, and/or install infrastructure to support zero-emission or low-emission vehicles in

support of new expanded/enhanced transit service.3. Purchase, construct, and/or install passenger amenities at transit stops/stations to encourage increased

transit ridership.4. Purchase, construct, and install renewable energy for transit facilities in support of new

expanded/enhanced transit service.5. Purchase and construct active transportation facilities that connect to stops/stations and encourage

ridership.6. Purchase, construct, and install equipment and facilities needed to provide expanded/enhanced transit

service.7. Purchase and install equipment on transit vehicles to encourage increased transit ridership.8. Purchase Replacement zero-emission vehicles.9. Purchase construct, and/or install infrastructure, equipment, or facilities to support zero-emission

vehicles.


FY 2017 - 2018 LCTOPCriteria for Evaluating Benefits to AB 1550 Populations

AB 1550 Populations Criteria (Disadvantaged Communities (DAC), Low-Income Communities and Low-Income Residence): Provided by CARB in the Funding Guidelines for Agencies that Administer California Climate Investment, available on-line at https://www.arb.ca.gov/cc/capandtrade/auctionproceeds/fundingguidelines.htm

For transit agencies whose service areas include disadvantaged communities (DAC) as identified in Section 39711 of the Health and Safety Code, at least 50 % of the total funds received shall be expended on projects or services that benefit the DAC. The California Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has identified disadvantaged communities based on geographic, socioeconomic, public health, and environmental hazard criteria. This process utilized CalEnviroScreen version 3.0, a tool that assesses all census tracts in the State to identify areas disproportionately affected by multiple types of pollution and areas with vulnerable populations.

Eligible Lead Agency shall provide a map of their service area from the EPA website http://oehha.maps.arcgis.com/apps/View/index.html?appid=c3e4e4e1d115468390cf61d9db83efc4 to determine which, if any, disadvantaged communities fall within their service areas, and report those in the format recommended by Caltrans. The Lead Agency must provide a map whether or not their service area includes a disadvantaged community. Only the EPA designation of disadvantaged communities shall be used for the purpose of the LCTOP. Where applicable, eligible Lead Agencies shall provide a map that identifies the applicable service area in relation to the disadvantaged community(ies) that will benefit from the project. Lead Agencies must also describe the benefits of selected projects to disadvantaged communities in the appropriate section of the Allocation Request form provided by Caltrans. Where a proposed project involves the demolition or rehabilitation of existing units occupied by lower-income households or businesses in disadvantaged communities, the project must include measures to avoid the displacement of low-income residents and businesses from those communities.

CARB’s criteria for serving disadvantaged communities, as released in their draft guidelines on December 21, 2015, are listed below. If the following criteria is updated prior to LCTOP Guideline updates, the CARB updated criteria will take precedent.

Transit TableStep 1 – AB 1550 Populations. Evaluate the project against each of the following criteria for a disadvantaged community, low-income community, or a low-income household. Check all boxes that apply.

A. Is the project at least partially located within the boundaries of a disadvantaged community census tract? For projects that improve transit service or increase transit access along transit lines or corridors, is the project serving at least one stop located within the boundaries of a disadvantaged community census tract?

B. Is the project at least partially located within the boundaries of a low-income community census tract? For projects that improve transit service or increase transit access along transit lines or corridors, is the project serving at least one stop located within the boundaries of a low-income community census tract?

C. C. Is the project located outside of a disadvantaged community, but within ½-mile of a disadvantaged community and within a low-income community census tract? For projects that improve transit service or increase transit access along transit lines or corridors, is the project serving at least one stop located within ½-mile of a disadvantaged community and within a low-income community census tract?

D. For projects that provide consumer-based incentives (e.g., vouchers, rebates, transit passes, free-fare days), is the incentive to provide benefits to a resident of a disadvantaged community census tract (i.e., is the incentive distributed within a disadvantaged community and made available to the residents of that community)?

E. For projects that provide consumer-based incentives (e.g., vouchers, rebates, transit passes, free-fare days), Division of Rail and Mass Transportation of 19 Rev. 12/17Low Carbon Transit Operations Program

http://oehha.maps.arcgis.com/apps/View/index.html?appid=c3e4e4e1d115468390cf61d9db83efc4

https://www.arb.ca.gov/cc/capandtrade/auctionproceeds/fundingguidelines.htm

FY 2017 - 2018 LCTOPis the incentive to provide benefits to a resident of a low-income community census tract (i.e., is the incentive distributed within a low-income community and made available to the residents of that community)?

F. F. For projects that provide consumer-based incentives (e.g., vouchers, rebates, transit passes, free-fare days), is the incentive to provide benefits to a resident of a low-income household?

G. G. Does the project provide jobs or job training to residents of low-income households?If at least one box of the AB 1550 population criteria in Step 1 is checked, go to Step 2 for further evaluation. If no criteria in Step 1 apply, the project will not count toward AB 1550 investment minimums.Step 2 – Addresses an Important Need for a Community or Household. If a project meets the AB 1550 population criteria in Step 1, agencies and/or applicants must identify an important community or household need that the project will address and evaluate the project to confirm that it will address that need. Note: After project implementation, agencies must report on which important needs the project addresses.To identify a need that the project will address, agencies and/or applicants can use a variety of approaches such as:

A. Host community meetings, workshops, outreach efforts, or public meetings as part of planning process to engage local residents and community groups for input on community or household needs, and provide documentation showing how the received input was considered in the selection of projects that address those needs;

B. Look at the individual factors in CalEnviroScreen 3.0 that are most impacting an identified disadvantaged or low-income community (i.e., factors that score above the 75th percentile), and select a project that reduces the impacts of one of those factors;

C. Receive documentation of support from local community-based organizations and/or residents (e.g., letters or emails) and select a project with documented broad community support; or

D. Refer to the list of common needs for disadvantaged communities in CARB’s Funding Guidelines Table 2-2 and select a project that addresses a listed need.

If the project addresses a community or household need as described in Step 2, go to Step 3 for further evaluation. If the project does not address a community or household need, it will not count toward AB 1550 investment minimums.Step 3 – Project Benefits. If a project meets criteria in Step 1 and addresses an important need for a community or household in Step 2, evaluate the project against each of the following criteria to determine if it provides direct, meaningful, and assured benefits to residents of an AB 1550 community or low-income household. Check all boxes that applyProject must meet at least one of the following criteria focused on increasing transit service along transit lines or corridors that have stations or stops within an AB 1550 community, improving transit access to AB 1550 populations, or reducing air pollution in an AB 1550 community:

A. Project provides improved transit or passenger rail service for stations or stops within an AB 1550 community (e.g., new transit lines, more frequent service, greater capacity on existing lines that are nearing capacity, improved reliability, improved accessibility, bus rapid transit service);

B. Project provides transit incentives to residents of an AB 1550 community or a low-income household (e.g., transit vouchers, reduced transit fares, transit passes);

C. Project improves transit connectivity for residents at stations or stops in an AB 1550 community (e.g., network/fare integration, fare-system investments);

D. Project improves connectivity between travel modes for vehicles or equipment that service stations or stops in an AB 1550 community (e.g., bicycle racks on transit vehicles, better links between transit and active transportation);

E. Project creates or improves infrastructure or equipment that reduces air pollution at a station, stop or transit facility located in an AB 1550 community (e.g., auxiliary power, charging stations);

F. Project creates or improves infrastructure or equipment that reduces air pollution on regular scheduled routes that are primarily within an AB 1550 community (e.g., rail electrification, zero-emission bus);

G. Project provides increased access to shared-mobility transportation options for residents of an AB 1550 Division of Rail and Mass Transportation of 19 Rev. 12/17Low Carbon Transit Operations Program

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H. Project improves transit stations or stops within an AB 1550 community to increase safety and comfort (e.g. lights, shelters, benches);

I. Project includes recruitment, agreements, policies or other approaches that are consistent with federal and state law and result in at least 25 percent of project work hours performed by residents of an AB 1550 community, or by residents of low-income households; or

J. Project includes recruitment, agreements, policies or other approaches that are consistent with federal and state law and result in at least 10 percent of project work hours performed by residents of an AB 1550 community, or by residents of low-income households, participating in job training programs which lead to industry-recognized credentials or certification

If the project meets the AB 1550 population criteria in Step 1, addresses a community or household need as described in Step 2, and can demonstrate that it meets at least one of the benefit criteria in Step 3, it will count toward AB 1550 investment minimums.

Low Carbon TransportationStep 1 – AB 1550 Populations. Evaluate the project against each of the following criteria for a disadvantaged community, low-income community, or a low-income household. Check all boxes that apply.

A. Is the project located within the boundaries of a disadvantaged community census tract?B. Is the project located within the boundaries of a low-income community census tract?C. Is the project located outside of a disadvantaged community, but within ½-mile of a disadvantaged

community and within a low-income community census tract?D. For projects that distribute consumer-based incentives (e.g., vouchers, rebates, transit passes), is the direct

recipient of the incentive a resident of a disadvantaged community census tract (i.e., is the incentive distributed within a disadvantaged community and made available to the residents of that community)?

E. For projects that distribute consumer-based incentives (e.g., vouchers, rebates, transit passes), is the direct recipient of the incentive a resident of a low-income community census tract (i.e., is the incentive distributed within a low-income community and made available to the residents of that community)?

F. For projects that distribute consumer-based incentives (e.g., vouchers, rebates, transit passes), is the direct recipient of the incentive a resident of a low-income household?

G. Does the project provide jobs or job training to residents of low-income households?If at least one box of the AB 1550 population criteria in Step 1 is checked, go to Step 2 for further evaluation. If no criteria in Step 1 apply, the project will not count toward AB 1550 investment minimums.Step 2 – Addresses an Important Need for a Community or Household. If a project meets the AB 1550 population criteria in Step 1, agencies and/or applicants must identify an important community or household need that the project will address and evaluate the project to confirm that it will address that need. Note: After project implementation, agencies must report on which important needs the project addresses.To identify a need that the project will address, agencies and/or applicants can use a variety of approaches such as:



C. Receive documentation of support from local community-based organizations and/or residents (e.g., letters, emails) and select a project with documented broad community support; or


FY 2017 - 2018 LCTOPD. Refer to the list of common needs for disadvantaged communities in CARB’s Funding Guidelines Table 2-2

and select a project that addresses a listed need.If the project addresses a community or household need as described in Step 2, go to Step 3 for further evaluation. If the project does not address a community or household need, it will not count toward AB 1550 investment minimums.Step 3 – Project Benefits. If a project meets criteria in Step 1 and addresses an important need for a community or household in Step 2, evaluate the project against each of the following criteria to determine if it provides direct, meaningful, and assured benefits to residents of an AB 1550 community or low-income household. Check all boxes that applyProject must meet at least one of the following criteria focused on increasing transit service along transit lines or corridors that have stations or stops within an AB 1550 community, improving transit access to AB 1550 populations, or reducing air pollution in an AB 1550 community:

A. Project provides incentives for vehicles or equipment registered to individuals with a physical address in an AB 1550 community or to residents of a low-income household;

B. Project provides transit incentives to residents of an AB 1550 community or a low-income household (e.g., transit vouchers, reduced transit fares, transit passes); Project provides incentives for vehicles or equipment that will be domiciled in an AB 1550 community;

C. Project provides incentives for vehicles or equipment that reduce air pollution, such as diesel particulate matter, on fixed routes that are primarily within an AB 1550 community (e.g., locomotives) or vehicles that serve at least one transit station or stop in an AB 1550 community (e.g., zero-emission buses);

D. Project provides incentives for freight, construction, or agricultural vehicles or equipment that reduce air pollution and will be domiciled in an AB 1550 community;

E. Project provides incentives for freight, construction, or agricultural vehicles or equipment that reduce air pollution and will operate a majority of the time in an AB 1550 community;

F. Project provides greater mobility and increased access to clean transportation for residents of an AB 1550 community by placing services in that community, including ride-sharing, car-sharing, or other advanced technology mobility options (e.g., neighborhood electric vehicles, vanpooling, shuttles, smartphone application-based ride-sharing services, bike-sharing services);

G. Project provides greater mobility and increased access to clean transportation for residents of an AB 1550 community or a low-income household by providing incentives for the retirement or replacement of older, higher-emitting vehicles registered to a physical address in an AB 1550 community or to a low-income household;

H. Project includes recruitment, agreements, policies or other approaches that are consistent with federal and state law and result in at least 25 percent of project work hours performed by residents of an AB 1550 community, or by residents of low-income households; or

I. Project includes recruitment, agreements, policies or other approaches that are consistent with federal and state law and result in at least 10 percent of project work hours performed by residents of an AB 1550 community, or by residents of low-income households, participating in job training programs which lead to industry-recognized credentials or certifications.


Affordable Housing and Sustainable CommunitiesStep 1 – AB 1550 Populations. Evaluate the project against each of the following criteria for a disadvantaged community, low-income community, or a low-income household. Check all boxes that apply.

A. Is a majority of the project located within the boundaries of a disadvantaged community census tract?

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C. Is a majority of the project located outside of a disadvantaged community, but within ½-mile of a disadvantaged community and within a low-income community census tract?

D. Does the project provide jobs or job training to residents of low-income households?If at least one box of the AB 1550 population criteria in Step 1 is checked, go to Step 2 for further evaluation. If no criteria in Step 1 apply, the project will not count toward AB 1550 investment minimums.Step 2 – Addresses an Important Need for a Community or Household. If a project meets the AB 1550 population criteria in Step 1, agencies and/or applicants must identify an important community or household need that the project will address and evaluate the project to confirm that it will address that need. Note: After project implementation, agencies must report on which important needs the project addresses.To identify a need that the project will address, agencies and/or applicants can use a variety of approaches such as:



C. Receive documentation of support from local community-based organizations and/or residents (e.g., letters, emails) and select a project with documented broad community support; or


If the project addresses a community or household need as described in Step 2, go to Step 3 for further evaluation. If the project does not address a community or household need, it will not count toward AB 1550 investment minimums.Step 3 – Project Benefits. If a project meets criteria in Step 1 and addresses an important need for a community or household in Step 2, evaluate the project against each of the following criteria to determine if it provides direct, meaningful, and assured benefits to residents of an AB 1550 community or low-income household. Check all boxes that applyProject must meet at least one of the following criteria focused on accessibility of affordable housing and reducing passenger vehicle miles travelled by residents of an AB 1550 community or low-income households:

A. A majority (>50%) of the project is within one or more AB 1550 communities and reduces vehicle miles travelled (e.g., through affordable housing development and improved sustainable transportation infrastructure), and the project is designed to avoid displacement of residents from these communities;

B. Project preserves the supply of affordable housing that is at-risk of conversion to market rate (e.g., through acquisition and substantial rehabilitation) for residents of AB 1550 communities and low-income households;

C. Project includes recruitment, agreements, policies or other approaches that are consistent with federal and state law and result in at least 25 percent of project work hours performed by residents of an AB 1550 community, or by residents of low-income households; or

D. Project includes recruitment, agreements, policies or other approaches that are consistent with federal and state law and result in at least 10 percent of project work hours performed by residents of an AB 1550 community, or by residents of low-income households, participating in job training programs which lead to industry-recognized credentials or certifications.



FY 2017 - 2018 LCTOPActive TransportationStep 1 – AB 1550 Populations. Evaluate the project against each of the following criteria for a disadvantaged community, low-income community, or a low-income household. Check all boxes that apply.To identify a need that the project will address, agencies and/or applicants can use a variety of approaches such as:


B. Look at the individual factors in CalEnviroScreen 3.0 that are impacting an identified disadvantaged or low-income community (i.e., factors that score above the 75th percentile), and select a project that reduces the impacts of one of those factors;

C. Receive documentation of support from local community based organizations and/or residents (e.g., letters, emails) and select a project with documented broad community support; or


If at least one box of the AB 1550 population criteria in Step 1 is checked, go to Step 2 for further evaluation. If no criteria in Step 1 apply, the project will not count toward AB 1550 investment minimums.Step 2 – Addresses an Important Need for a Community or Household. If a project meets the AB 1550 population criteria in Step 1, agencies and/or applicants must identify an important community or household need that the project will address and evaluate the project to confirm that it will address that need. Note: After project implementation, agencies must report on which important needs the project addresses.To identify a need that the project will address, agencies and/or applicants can use a varietyof approaches such as:

A. Host community meetings, workshops, outreach efforts, or public meetings as part of planning process to engage local residents and community groups for input on community household needs, and provide documentation showing how the received input was considered in the selection of projects that address those needs;

B. Look at the individual factors in CalEnviroScreen 3.0 that are impacting an identified disadvantaged or low-income community (i.e., factors that score above the 75th percentile), and select a project that reduces the impacts of one of those factors;

C. Receive documentation of support from local community based organizations and/or residents (e.g., letters, emails) and select a project with documented broad community support; or


If the project addresses a community or household need as described in Step 2, go to Step 3 for further evaluation. If the project does not address a community or household need, it will not count toward AB 1550 investment minimums.Step 3 – Project Benefits. If a project meets criteria in Step 1 and addresses an important need for a community or household in Step 2, evaluate the project against each of the following criteria to determine if it provides direct, meaningful, and assured benefits to residents of an AB 1550 community or low-income household. Check all boxes that applyProject must meet at least one of the following criteria focused on reducing passenger vehiclemiles travelled by residents of an AB 1550 community or within an AB 1550 community:

A. Project is at least partially located within one or more AB 1550 communities and reduces vehicle miles travelled for residents of those communities through improved connectivity between one or more AB 1550 communities and key destinations;

B. Project improves connectivity between travel modes for vehicles or equipment that serve stations or stops in an AB 1550 community (e.g., bicycle racks on transit vehicles, better links between transit and active transportation);

C. Project provides increased access to shared-mobility clean transportation options for residents of an AB 1550 Division of Rail and Mass Transportation of 19 Rev. 12/17Low Carbon Transit Operations Program

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D. Project includes recruitment, agreements, policies or other approaches that are consistent with federal and state law and result in at least 25 percent of project work hours performed by residents of an AB 1550 community, or by residents of low-income households; or

E. Project includes recruitment, agreements, policies or other approaches that are consistent with federal and state law and result in at least 10 percent of project work hours performed by residents of an AB 1550 community, or by residents of low-income households, participating in job training programs which lead to industry-recognized credentials or certifications.


Table 2-2 Examples of Common Needs of AB 1550 Populations (as identified by community advocates) Public Health and Safety 1. Reduce health harms (e.g., asthma) suffered disproportionately by AB 1550 populations due to air pollutants. 2. Reduce health harms (e.g., obesity) suffered disproportionately by AB 1550 populations due to the built

environment (e.g., by providing active transportation opportunities, parks). 3. Increase community safety. 4. Reduce heat-related illnesses and increase thermal comfort (e.g., weatherization and solar energy can provide

more efficient and affordable air-conditioning; urban forestry can reduce heat-island effect). 5. Increase access to parks, greenways, open space, and other community assets. 6.Socio-economic 1. Create quality jobs and increase family income (e.g., targeted hiring for living-wage jobs that provide

access to health insurance and retirement benefits with long-term job retention, using project labor agreements with targeted hire commitments, community benefit agreements, community workforce agreements, partnerships with community-based workforce development and job training entities, State-certified community conservation corps).

2. Increase job readiness and career opportunities (e.g., workforce development programs, on-the-job training, industry-recognized certifications).

3. Revitalize local economies (e.g., increased use of local businesses) and support California-based small businesses.

4. Reduce housing costs (e.g., affordable housing). 5. Reduce transportation costs (e.g., free or reduced cost transit passes) and improve access to public

transportation (e.g., new services in under-served communities). 6. Reduce energy costs for residents (e.g., weatherization, solar). 7. Improve transit service levels and reliability on systems/routes that have high use by disadvantaged and/or

low-income community residents or low-income riders. 8. Bring jobs and housing closer together (e.g., affordable housing in transit-oriented development and in

healthy, high-opportunity neighborhoods).9. Preserve community stability and maintain housing affordability for low-income households (e.g.,

prioritize projects in jurisdictions with anti-displacement policies). 10. Provide educational and community capacity building opportunities through community engagement and

leadership.

Environmental11. Reduce exposure to local environmental contaminants, such as toxic air contaminants, criteria air

pollutants, and drinking water contaminants (e.g., provide a buffer between bike/walk paths and corridors


FY 2017 - 2018 LCTOPwith high levels of transportation-related air pollution).

12. Prioritize zero-emission vehicle projects for areas with high diesel air pollution, especially around schools or other sensitive populations with near-roadway exposure.

13. Reduce exposure to pesticides in communities near agricultural operations. 14. Greening communities through restoring local ecosystems and planting of native species, improving

aesthetics of the landscape, and/or increasing public access for recreation.


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Sample Board Resolution

(The following is sample language that must be included in your Board Resolution, necessary for execution of Certification and Assurances and Authorized Agent forms)

RESOLUTION #______

AUTHORIZATION FOR THE EXECUTION OF THECERTIFICATIONS AND ASSURANCES AND AUTHORIZED AGENT FORMS

FOR THE LOW CARBON TRANSIT OPERATIONS PROGRAM (LCTOP)FOR THE FOLLOWING PROJECT(S):

(NAME OF PROJECT(S) AND DOLLAR AMOUNT(S)

WHEREAS, the (Agency) is an eligible project sponsor and may receive state funding from the Low Carbon Transit Operations Program (LCTOP) for transit projects; and

WHEREAS, the statutes related to state-funded transit projects require a local or regional implementing agency to abide by various regulations; and

WHEREAS, Senate Bill 862 (2014) named the Department of Transportation (Department) as the administrative agency for the LCTOP; and

WHEREAS, the Department has developed guidelines for the purpose of administering and distributing LCTOP funds to eligible project sponsors (local agencies); and

WHEREAS, the (Agency) wishes to delegate authorization to execute these documents and any amendments thereto to (Name and title).

WHEREAS, the (Agency) wishes to implement the following LCTOP project(s) listed above,

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Directors of the (Agency) that the fund recipient agrees to comply with all conditions and requirements set forth in the Certification and Assurances and the Authorized Agent documents and applicable statutes, regulations and guidelines for all LCTOP funded transit projects.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that (Name and Title) be authorized to execute all required documents of the LCTOP program and any Amendments thereto with the California Department of Transportation.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Directors of the (Agency) that it hereby authorizes the submittal of the following project nomination(s) and allocation request(s) to the Department in


FY 2017 - 2018 LCTOPFY 2017-18 LCTOP funds: List project(s), including the following information: Project Name:Amount of LCTOP funds requested:Short description of project:Contributing Sponsors (if applicable):

AGENCY BOARD DESIGNEE:

BY: ________________________________


FY 2017-2018 Low Carbon Transit Operations Program (LCTOP)

Allocation Request Information

Quantification Methodology Tool Read Me

The California Air Resources Board (CARB) is responsible for providing the quantification methodology to estimate greenhouse gas (GHG) emission reductions and air pollutant emissions from projects receiving monies from the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund (GGRF). CARB released the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) Low Carbon Transit Operations Program (LCTOP) Draft Quantification Methodology and Draft LCTOP Calculator Tool for Fiscal Year (FY) 2017-18 for public comment in December 2017. The Draft Quantificaiton Methodology and Draft LCTOP Calculator Tool were updated as necessary to reflect stakeholder comments and final LCTOP Guidelines for FY 2017-18. This Final LCTOP Calculator Tool accompanies the Final Quantification Methodology for FY 2017-18 , available at:www.arb.ca.gov/cci-quantificationInstruction: Applicants must use this calculator to estimate the GHG emission reductions and air pollutant emissions associated with the proposed LCTOP projects as defined in the LCTOP Allocation Request form. This Excel file must be submitted with other documentation requirements. Please use the following file naming convention: “[Lead Agency]_[Project Name]” not to exceed 20 characters. Project names may be abbreviated. Additional documentation may be necessary to substantiate the inputs to this file. Note: Applicants with more than one project type must complete multiple LCTOP Allocation Requests and LCTOP Calculator Tools to calculate the GHG emission reductions and air pollutant emission estimates from each proposed project type.Read Me tabApplicants will follow the steps below to calculate the GHG emission reductions and air pollutant emission estimates from the proposed project. Use the Caltrans Allocation Request form to:Step 1. Define the Proposed Project Using the LCTOP Allocation RequestApplicants must complete the LCTOP Allocation Request form Request tab in order to complete this step. The LCTOP Allocation Request form will be available for downloaded at: https://www.dot.ca.gov/hq/MassTrans/lctop.htmlTo use this LCTOP Calculator Tool, follow these steps:Step 2. Identify the LCTOP Project Type and Quantification MethodThe applicant will use the Project Types by Quantification Method tab to identify the LCTOP Quantification Method applied to the applicable project type as defined in the LCTOP Allocation Request form.Step 3. Determine the LCTOP Project Inputs NeededThe applicant will use the Required Fields by Quantification Method tab to determine the required project details needed for input into this LCTOP Calculator Tool for the applicable quantification method identified in Step 2. Step 4. Calculate the Emission Estimates for the Proposed Project Using the LCTOP Calculator ToolThe applicant will enter the project details identified in Step 3 into this LCTOP Calculator Tool under the Calculator tab to calculate the GHG emission reductions and air pollutant emission estimates of the proposed project. Calculator tabIdentifies inputs required by the user, generally requiring project-specific data or assumptions. Applicants must work from top to bottom and enter all required data. Some cells may not be applicable to the project. Applicants should populate as many fields as necessary to characterize all relevant features of the proposed project. Key terms are defined under the Description column based on the project type selected. Input and output fields are color coded.Cells Formatting GuideWhite: direct user input is required. Division of Rail and Mass Transportation Page 1 of 19 Rev. 12/17Low Carbon Transit Operations Program



Yellow:selection from a drop-down box is required.Blue: auto filled from LCTOP Allocation RequestRed: optional direct user input; additional documentation is required to support entry.Green: calculation fields that are automatically populated based on user entries and the quantification methods.Program AssistanceCARB and Caltrans staff will review the quantification portions of the LCTOP project applications to ensure that the methods described in this document were properly applied to calculate the GHG emission reductions and air pollutant emission estimates for the proposed project. Applicants should use the following resources for additional questions and comments: Questions on this document should be sent to [email protected]. For more information on CARB’s efforts to support implementation of GGRF investments, see: www.arb.ca.gov/auctionproceeds. Questions pertaining to the LCTOP should be sent to [email protected]. If necessary, a frequently asked questions page may be available during the application process, at: www.arb.ca.gov/cci-quantification.

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Quantification Methodology Tool Project Types by Method

Project Type Method

New expanded/enhanced transit service New Service

Alternative transportation services

Free or reduced fares Increase Ridership

Network/fare integration

Purchase expansion zero-emission or low-emission vehicles and equipment in support of new expanded/enhanced transit service

New Service and Technology Conversion

Purchase, construct, and/or install infrastructure to support zero-emission or low-emission vehicles in support of new expanded/enhanced transit service

New Service

Purchase, construct, and/or install passenger amenities at transit stops/stations to encourage increased transit ridership

Increase Ridership

Purchase and construct active transportation facilities that connect to stops/stations and encourage ridership

Purchase and install equipment on transit vehicles to encourage increased transit ridership

Purchase, construct, and install renewable energy for transit facilities in support of new expanded/enhanced transit service

Fuel/Energy Reductions

Purchase replacement zero-emission vehicles Technology Conversion

Purchase construct, and/or install infrastructure, equipment, or facilities to support zero-emission vehicles




Input Fields

New Service Increase Ridership

Technology Conversion

Fuel/Energy Reduction

Project Type Region Subregion Year 1(Yr1) Year F(YrF) Service Type Project Yr1 Ridership Project YrF Ridership Adjustment Factor (A) Length of Average Trip (L) Vehicle Type Hybrid Vehicle Fuel/Energy Type Project Specific Emission Factor Optional OptionalModel Year / Optional / OptionalAnnual VMT / Optional / OptionalAnnual Fuel/Energy / Optional / OptionalAdditional GHG Reductions Optional: Fuel

/Energy Reductions

Optional: Fuel /Energy

Reductions

Vehicle Replacement

Fuel /Energy Reductions

Vehicle Type Fuel/Energy Type Model Year / Optional / Optional / Optional / OptionalAnnual VMT / Optional / Optional / OptionalAnnual Fuel/Energy / Optional / Optional / Optional FY 2017-18 LCTOP GGRF Funds Requested

Total LCTOP GGRF Funds Requested

Total GGRF Funds Requested Key Description Input is required.Optional Applicant must be able to demonstrate an approved carbon intensity value under

the Low Carbon Fuel Standard; must submit additional documentation./ Optional Inputs depend on the vehicle type that is selected and may be required.


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