Tahoe Transportation District awarded $1.5 million grant for advanced bus technology project
The Tahoe Transportation District will receive $1.5 million to install bus charging infrastructure and equipment, make facility improvements, and provide training as part of a grant announced Friday through the U.S. Department of Transportation and the Federal Transit Administration.
The $1.5 million for the Tahoe Transportation District is part of $84.45 million in grants awarded, and was picked as part of the federal agencies Low- or No-Emission (Low-No) Grant program, which funds the deployment of transit buses and infrastructure that use advanced propulsion technologies. Fifty-two projects in 41 states will receive a share of the funding.
“Communities across America will benefit from these investments in their transportation infrastructure,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao.
Eligible projects include the purchase or lease of buses that are powered by modern systems such as hybrid or battery electric engines, as well as related infrastructure investments such as charging stations.
“FTA is proud to partner with transit providers across the country to support their transit priorities. The participation from our local partners shows a dedication to improving access to jobs and opportunities,” said FTA Acting Administrator K. Jane Williams.
As part of the compact established through California and Nevada for sharing Lake Tahoe resources and responsibilities, the two states and the U.S. Congress also established the Tahoe Transportation District. The agency is responsible for facilitating and implementing safe, environmentally positive, multi-modal transportation plans, programs and projects for the Lake Tahoe Basin, including transit operations.
Specific tax revenue to support transit and transportation facilities can be allotted to the District. TTD may also acquire, own and operate public transportation systems and parking facilities serving the Tahoe region and provide access to convenient transportation terminals outside of the region.