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City of Santa Ana <br />Agreement Number 12-TRANSIT-06 <br />AMS ADV ID: 1224000031 <br />Page 2 of 19 <br />reflects the intention to address public space improvements without negatively impacting <br />vulnerable populations. <br />g. Transparent and Efficient Grant Allocation: The program requires the program to issue a <br />call for projects and announce grant awards. The guidelines for allocating grants must <br />include project selection criteria and program evaluation metrics. <br />5. WHEREAS, the purpose of this RGA is to authorize Caltrans districts to enter into agreements <br />with local agencies to support the development, implementation, and funding of transit <br />partnership projects that align with the goals and priorities of the Clean CA Program and comply <br />with California Streets and Highways Code Section 91.41; <br />6. WHEREAS, this RGA establishes a framework for Caltrans districts to provide financial <br />contributions and other assistance to local agencies, fostering effective collaboration and <br />coordination to deliver successful transit partnership projects; <br />7. WHEREAS, this RGA emphasizes transparency, objective evaluation, and fair allocation of <br />resources, ensuring that projects scoring higher based on established criteria receive <br />prioritization for funding and implementation; <br />8. WHEREAS, the Clean CA Program facilitates collaboration between Caltrans districts and local <br />agencies to develop and implement transit partnership projects on local right-of-way to address <br />transit demand, usage, and ridership in a strategic and impactful manner that align with the goals <br />and priorities of the Clean CA Program and comply with California Streets and Highways Code <br />Section 91.41; <br />9. WHEREAS, the Clean CA Program, in partnership with Caltrans districts, seeks to enhance local <br />right-of-way areas to address transit needs, waste management challenges, graffiti mitigation, <br />and aesthetic enhancement, thereby contributing to a positive and enjoyable transit experience <br />for the community <br />10. WHEREAS, the Clean CA Program, established by the State of California, is a transformative <br />initiative which promotes sustainable transportation alternatives, reducing greenhouse gas <br />emissions, and combatting climate change to improve the overall quality of life for residents and <br />visitors of California; <br />11. WHEREAS, the Clean CA Program envisions a comprehensive approach to address <br />transportation challenges, enhance transit infrastructure, and support local agencies in their <br />efforts to create efficient, safe, and environmentally friendly transit options; <br />12. NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the premises and mutual covenants herein contained, <br />the Parties enter into this Contribution Agreement to advance the purpose and intent of the Clean <br />CA transit initiative, harnessing the legislative authority provided under California Streets and <br />Highways Code Section 91.41, and collaborating on transit partnership projects that contribute to <br />a sustainable, innovative, and well-connected transportation network throughout the State of <br />California. <br />Now, Therefore, based upon the terms, covenants, and conditions of this RGA, the parties agree as <br />follows: <br />Section I <br />AGENCY Agrees: <br />To timely and satisfactorily complete all Project work described in Attachment III (“Project Work”) <br />within the project budget and in accordance with the items of this RGA.