HomeMy WebLinkAbout2013-64 Bus Bike Rack Upgrade GO Budget RequestCommunication No. 2013 -64
PUNA CDP ACTION /STEERING COMMITTEE
GENERAL OPERATING BUDGET REQUEST
FY 2014 -2015
1. Community Development Plan: Puna
2. Budget Item Name /Project (1 per page): Increase of bicycle carrying capacity of buses in
Puna to 4
3. Budget Amount Requested: $30,000 Priority Ranking:
4. Expense Type: X General Fund (materials, supplies, events, outreach, etc.); or
❑ Contract (Community Planning Asst., recorder, outside consultant, etc.)
5. Description: An upgrade on the approximately 10 buses that serve Puna: Replacement of
the bicycle racks that can carry 2 bicycles with bicycle racks that can carry 4 bicycles.
6. Justification: Puna is an underserved community with many residents who are in the lower
socio- economic bracket who depend on public transportation and bicycles. With the limited
scope and frequency of the buses, it is crucial that bus riders are able to take their bicycles
with them when needed. Currently the capacity of the buses to transport bicycles is only 2
and frequently riders with bicycles are turned away or forced to leave their bicycles behind.
This request is consistent with the Puna Community Development Plan 4.2.1 (a, c) "Mass
Transportation options are increased for all Puna residents." and Section 4.5, which seeks to
improve services and options for bicycles.