ODOT receives an annual allocation of Job Access Reverse Commute (JARC) and New Freedom funds from the Federal Transit Administration.The JARC program provides funding for commuter services and transportation services for low-income individuals that related to their employment. ODOT has combined the 2006 and 2007 fiscal years apportionments to finance this initial program year
Applications will be made available during the mandatory training sessions. Applications will not be accepted from project proponents who did not attend a training workshop.
2006/2007 Funding Press Release
The Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) is a multi–modal transportation agency whose mission “is to provide a safe, economical and effective transportation network for the people, commerce and communities of Oklahoma.” ODOT is the Governor's designee for the administration of state and federal public transportation financial assistance programs for areas under 50,000 population. ODOT’s Transit Programs Division is responsible for the management of these state and federal programs. ODOT is not an operator of public transportation services, but through its administration of these programs, financial and technical assistance is provided to Oklahoma's public transportation providers.
Public transportation is a critical element of Oklahoma’s transportation network. For the elderly and for those with disabilities, it is sometimes their only available means of mobility. Public transportation does so much to improve the quality of life for many Oklahomans. In Oklahoma, support for public transportation services comes as federal and state grants. Funding is also received by these transportation providers through the daily collection of fares as well as through contracting for services with local businesses, educational institutes, civic groups and other government organizations.
The statistical information presented is for the period covering Fiscal Year 2006.
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