Application Purpose: Westchester County Is Seeking $560000.00 In Federal Funds With A 20% Local Match Of…

Purpose

Department of Transportation awarded $560K to County Of Westchester for Application purpose: westchester county is seeking $560000.00 in federal funds with a 20% local match of $140000.00 for a total of $700000.00 in total funding for our smart commute program. these funds will provide operating assistance for the smart commute program which will enable the county promote measures to help reduce traffic congestion and vehicle greenhouse gas emissions by encouraging the use of public transit and other alternative modes other than single-occupancy vehicles.; activities performed: advance and promote the use of metrocard as bee-lines fare medium through numerous public outreach and media. prepare for the future fare collection system omny and create marketing materials to educate riders on faqs of…