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STAFF REPORT 87:168 'APRIL 21, 1987 PAGE 4 Attached Table 6-1 displays the comparative impact of the three alternatives on the Pleasanton/Dublin area and the Livermore area. Under Alternative 3, more passengers are carried and ridership increases at a higher rate. Dial-a-rideI services or paratransit, were addressed separately. The SRTP recommends further evaluation of consolidation of the three services. MTC will undertake a study during 1987 of paratransit services in Alameda County. This study may provide LAVTA with some direction and guidelines regarding consolidated services. Financial and Implementation Plan The lead time required to purchase new vehicles is approximately one year. Therefore, the SRTP recommends the plan be implemented September, 1988 to coincide with the new school year. There are sufficient Transportation Development Act (TDA) Article 4.0 funds available to operate Alternative 3. It is estimated the plan will incur an annual operating deficit of approximately $2.9 million by the end of FY1992. However, the TDA Article 4.0 allocation is expected to be approximately $3.5 million. This will allow for a significant proportion of the TDA funds to be set aside for capital reserves. The total five year capital budget is $10,870,800. This would provide a maintenance facility, 19 replacement buses, 15 buses for service expansion, 2 transit centers for timed transfers, and miscellaneous improvements such as shelters, spare parts, and service vehicles. Two dial-a-ride vehicles would also be purchased for the Livermore service which will be consolidated with LAVTA in July, 1987. There is an estimated shortfall of $6.3 million for capital projects in the five year plan. This is consistent with costs associated with starting a new system. Several potential funding sources are identified in the plan to meet this need: Urban Mass Transportation Administration funds; Alameda County sales tax revenues; Measure B sales tax revenues; and Federal Aid-Urban funds. Recommendation The draft SRTP represents a very thorough evaluation of existing conditions and provides a responsible plan for service and operational improvements for local transit. The SRTP recommendations are consistent with the provisions of the LAVTA Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement. Staff recommends your Council endorse the SRTP and its recommendation to implement service Alternative 3. It is also suggested a copy of the endorsement be sent to LAVTA and the Metropolitan Transportation Commission. SR87:168