Item 14 - Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center Transit Beautification Projects

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City of Santa Ana Public Works Agency Agreement Number 12-TRANSIT-16 AMS ADV ID: 1224000030 Page 2 of 19 grants from funding projects that displace persons experiencing homelessness. This reflects the intention to address public space improvements without negatively impacting vulnerable populations. g. Transparent and Efficient Grant Allocation: The program requires the program to issue a call for projects and announce grant awards. The guidelines for allocating grants must include project selection criteria and program evaluation metrics. 5. WHEREAS, the purpose of this RGA is to authorize Caltrans districts to enter into agreements with local agencies to support the development, implementation, and funding of transit partnership projects that align with the goals and priorities of the Clean CA Program and comply with California Streets and Highways Code Section 91.41; 6. WHEREAS, this RGA establishes a framework for Caltrans districts to provide financial contributions and other assistance to local agencies, fostering effective collaboration and coordination to deliver successful transit partnership projects; 7. WHEREAS, this RGA emphasizes transparency, objective evaluation, and fair allocation of resources, ensuring that projects scoring higher based on established criteria receive prioritization for funding and implementation; 8. WHEREAS, the Clean CA Program facilitates collaboration between Caltrans districts and local agencies to develop and implement transit partnership projects on local right-of-way to address transit demand, usage, and ridership in a strategic and impactful manner that align with the goals and priorities of the Clean CA Program and comply with California Streets and Highways Code Section 91.41; 9. WHEREAS, the Clean CA Program, in partnership with Caltrans districts, seeks to enhance local right-of-way areas to address transit needs, waste management challenges, graffiti mitigation, and aesthetic enhancement, thereby contributing to a positive and enjoyable transit experience for the community 10. WHEREAS, the Clean CA Program, established by the State of California, is a transformative initiative which promotes sustainable transportation alternatives, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and combatting climate change to improve the overall quality of life for residents and visitors of California; 11. WHEREAS, the Clean CA Program envisions a comprehensive approach to address transportation challenges, enhance transit infrastructure, and support local agencies in their efforts to create efficient, safe, and environmentally friendly transit options; 12. NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the premises and mutual covenants herein contained, the Parties enter into this Contribution Agreement to advance the purpose and intent of the Clean CA transit initiative, harnessing the legislative authority provided under California Streets and Highways Code Section 91.41, and collaborating on transit partnership projects that contribute to a sustainable, innovative, and well-connected transportation network throughout the State of California. Now, Therefore, based upon the terms, covenants, and conditions of this RGA, the parties agree as follows: Section I AGENCY Agrees: To timely and satisfactorily complete all Project work described in Attachment ill ("Project Work")