Enhanced Mobility of Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities (Section 5310)
Link
Additional Links
Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Fact Sheet
Deadline
Applications accepted on an ongoing basis
Sponsor
Federal Transit Administration (FTA)
Purpose
Provides formula funding to states and designated recipients to help meet the transportation needs of older adults and individuals with disabilities, including those with a drug addiction that limits major life activities. Supports the development and implementation of transportation services to enhance mobility in the following areas:
- Large urbanized areas with over 200,000 residents
- Small urbanized areas with populations between 50,000 and 200,000 people
- Rural areas with fewer than 50,000 residents
Section 5310 funds may be used for:
- Buses and vans
- Lifts, ramps, and securement devices for wheelchairs
- Transportation technology systems, such as scheduling, routing, and one-call systems
- Mobility management programs
- Securing transit services through a contract, lease, or other arrangement
- Travel training
- Programs for volunteer drivers
- Constructing paths, such as curb-cuts or sidewalks, to make bus stops more accessible
- Creating pedestrian signals or other features that are easily accessed
- Enhancing signage or way-finding technology
- Vehicles for new and accessible programs related to taxis, ride sharing, and/or van pooling
Amount of Funding
Project period: 3 years
FTA uses a formula to award funds to states and designated recipients.
Who Can Apply
Eligible direct recipients include:
- States and designated recipients for urbanized areas over 200,000 in population
- States for rural and small urbanized areas under 200,000 in population
- Federally recognized Indian tribes
Eligible subrecipients for Section 5310 projects include:
- State or local governmental authorities
- Private nonprofit organizations
- Operators of public transportation
Geographic Coverage
Nationwide
What This Program Funds
Capacity Building • Equipment • Operating Costs and Staffing
Application Process
Application requirements, instructions, and other relevant information can be found in the program circular.
Contact
For programmatic questions:
FTA Office of Program Management
202-366-2053
Federal Transit Administration Regional Offices
Topics This Program Addresses
Infrastructure • Teleservices and Technology • Transportation