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Approve the Purchasing and Contracts Division to advertise a Request for Proposals (RFP) for Micro-Transit Services; and approve and authorize the Chairman to execute a Resolution implementing Budget Amendment Request (BAR) 25-010 in the 00112 Major Projects Fund to appropriate $100,000 of budget for use on Micro-Transit Public Relation Services. Countywide (Kristian Swenson, Assistant County Manager)
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Division:
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County Manager Office
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Authorized By:
Kristian Swenson, Assistant County Manager
Contact/Phone Number:
Kristian Swenson/407-665-7246
Background:
On November 12, 2024, a Transit Services Update for Seminole County was presented by County Staff and LYNX. The Board was given information on transit options, current system overview, proposed LYNX restructuring, next steps, and a staff recommendation.
Staff presented an alternative model for Micro-Transit services that included a case study for Arlington, Texas for Public On-Demand Service that was started in 2017.
The staff recommendation was to Issue a formal solicitation for proposals to allow for evaluation of varying options to include costs, the number of potential zones with connectivity to SunRail and adjacent fixed route services. Grant opportunities would also need to be evaluated. The need for strategic communications and public relations was also identified as need for this initiative. The attached BAR will establish budget in the amount of $100,000 to be used on strategic communications, community outreach, social media management, and marketing services.
Requested Action:
Staff requests the Board approve the Purchasing and Contracts Division to advertise a Request for Proposals (RFP) for Micro Transit Services; and approve and authorize the Chairman to execute a Resolution implementing Budget Amendment Request (BAR) 25-010 in the 00112 Major Projects Fund to appropriate $100,000 of budget for use on Micro-Transit Public Relation Services.