Clean Fuels and State of Good Repair Federal Bus Grant ApplicationMasterpiece on the Mississippi
Michael C. Van Milligen
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cc: Larie Godinez, Superintendent, Dubuque Community School District
Kelley Deutmeyer, Executive Director, ECIA
Barry Lindahl, City Attorney
Cindy Steinhauser, Assistant City Manager
Teri Goodmann, Assistant City Manager
Dave Heiar, Economic Development Director
Cori Burbach, Sustainable Community Coordinator
Will Hoyer, Stimulus Coordinator
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TO: The Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
FROM: Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager
SUBJECT: Approval of Clean Fuels and State of Good Repair Federal Bus Grant
Applications
DATE: July 1, 2010
Stimulus Coordinator Will Hoyer is recommending approval of two grant requests, the
State of Good Repair ($4,103,296) and Clean Fuels ($2,435,981) totaling $6.5 million to
the Federal Transit Administration for new buses and equipment in partnership with
East Central Intergovernmental Association and the Dubuque Community School
District.
I concur with the recommendation and respectfully request Mayor and City Council
approval.
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INTRODUCTION
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TO: Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager
FROM: Will Hoyer, Stimulus Coordinator
SUBJECT: Approval of Clean Fuels and State of Good Repair federal bus grant
applications
DATE: July 1, 2010
The purpose of this memorandum is to bring to your attention that the City of Dubuque,
in partnership with ECIA and the Dubuque Community School District, has submitted
two applications — the State of Good Repair (SGR) and Clean Fuels — to the Federal
Transit Administration for new buses and equipment. The two grant requests total just
over $6.5 million.
BACKGROUND
The Clean Fuels grant program is exclusively for communities that have been formally
designated as being in non - attainment for one or more of the National Ambient Air
Quality Standard criteria; Dubuque has not yet been designated as being in non -
attainment, though we are close. This grant cycle the Clean Fuels program was
augmented with Bus and Bus Facilities program funds for communities still in
attainment, which allowed us to apply for new KeyLine buses, but the overall criteria
and focus of the grant remained on reducing emissions. The SGR grant money is from
the same Bus and Bus Facilities program funds at FTA though this grant was not
focused as much on air quality but rather simply supporting the modernization of transit
fleets and technology and allowed for sub - recipients. The substantial overlap between
the two grants allowed us to submit similar proposals.
DISCUSSION
The City asked for 26 new vehicles in each of these grants. Ten of these would be new
medium duty diesel hybrid vehicles and two would be compressed natural gas (CNG)
minivans which would support a small pilot program with Black Hills to test CNG
vehicles in Dubuque. The remaining 14 vehicles would be light duty vehicles with
particulate filters. A small amount of money was also included for re- tooling the
KeyLine maintenance building to handle the maintenance of the new hybrid buses.
In the Clean Fuels grant nearly $100,000 was requested for purchase and
implementation of Green Ride software, a mobility management program that provides
integrated solutions for carpooling, fixed route trip planning, integration of multiple
modes, and personalized interactive mobile interfaces to integrate personal on- the -go
commute preferences.
The SGR grant included nearly $650,000 for Intelligent Transportation System (ITS)
equipment. ITS equipment enhances safety, communications and efficiency through
advanced information technologies. This would pay for real -time arrival and departure
information at locations around town and online. The SGR grant also included a
request for $640,000 for money to support the replacement of ten school buses for the
Dubuque Community School District and almost $500,000 for eight RTA vehicles.
Each grant required a 20% match. For the Clean Fuels application this breaks down to
$621,496 in City match money; for the SGR grant this breaks down to $742,083 of City
money, $160,000 of school district money and almost $125,000 of RTA money. City
match money is available in CIP budgets.
City staff worked very closely with ECIA to submit these grants with ECIA taking the
lead on the Clean Fuels grant and the city leading the SGR grant writing. This
partnership worked out very well and we appreciate all of ECIA's help in submitting both
these grants.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff requests Council approval of the Clean Fuels and State of Good Repair grant
applications for $2,435,981 and $4,103,290, respectively.
cc: Cindy Steinhauser, Assistant City Manager
Teri Goodmann, Assistant City Manager
Cori Burbach, Sustainable Community Coordinator
David Heiar, Economic Development Director
Jenny Larson, Budget Director
Kelley Deutmeyer, ECIA Executive Director
Submitted June 11 2010 by
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City of Dubuque
50 West 13th Street
Dubuque, Iowa 52001
563-589-4110
www.cityofdubuque.org
Clean Fuels Proposal Content
(1) Applicant Information.
i. Applicant's Name
City of Dubuque Keyline Transit
ii. Contact Information
Cindy Steinhauser, Assistant City Manager
50 West 13th Street, Dubuque, Iowa 52001
Phone: 563 - 589 -4110, Fax: 563 - 589 -4149
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iii. Whether the applicant's area is attainment, non - attainment, or maintenance
for ozone or CO
The applicant area is an attainment area. However, according to recent data, the
project area is closing in on the required level to be non - attainment. There exists
fine and coarse particulate matter in the applicant area. The 2006 PM2.5
standard is 35 ug /m3. The nearest PM2.5 monitor to the project area is in Potosi,
Wisconsin, which is 13 miles north of Dubuque. The 2005 — 2008 data shows, in
the table below, that the area has hovered around 34 ug /m3 and 35 ug /m3
during those years. The city of Dubuque and the Dubuque Metropolitan
Transportation Study (DMATS), the MPO for the region have been actively
pursuing alternatives to address the particulate matter issue and are working
closely with local industry, the school district and the transit systems to address
the situation to be sure our area does not rise above the required level and
become a non - attainment area.
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iv. Description of services provided by the agency, including areas served
Keyline provides a safe, timely, and comfortable mode of public transportation
for citizens within the Dubuque, Iowa city limits to and from their destinations
on a fixed route system as well as utilizing the mini -bus for paratransit services.
Fixed route service provides transportation to Dubuque citizens so that they may
access various services, shopping, entertainment, community functions, and
employment opportunities within the City. The mini -bus promotes
independence for seniors and persons with disabilities by providing Origin to
Destination transportation and passenger assistance when accessing the
demand response service. Fixed route hours of service are from 6:00 a.m. to
6:20 p.m., Monday through Friday and from 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Saturday.
Mini -bus hours of service mirror the fixed route schedules as required under the
American Disabilities Act. (Refer to Appendix I for a map showing the Keyline
service area.) Keyline provided 312,975 rides last year both for the fixed route
and paratransit service to consumers in the region.
Dubuque County is located in eastern Iowa bounded by the Mississippi River.
The county covers a total land area of 620 square miles. The county seat is the
City of Dubuque which lies at the junction of three states — Iowa, Illinois, and
Wisconsin. Dubuque County has an approximate population of 93,285 people
(2007 estimate). The overall population density is approximately 151 persons
per square mile. The City of Dubuque's population is estimated at 57, 313 (2007
estimate). The City of Dubuque serves as the main educational, industrial,
tourism, and cultural center for the region. Other cities in the communities in
the Dubuque metropolitan area include Dyersville, Asbury, Farley, Peosta,
Epworth and Cascade.
v. Existing fleet information such as current bus fleet management plan if not
already on file with the FTA regional office
Keyline Existing Fleet Information and Fleet Management Plan can be found in
Appendix II. As you will see on the attached provider fact sheet, we are still
utilizing heavy duty (HD) diesel vehicles with model years of 1976, 1979, and
1981 that have high emissions and very low fuel efficiency. The fact sheet also
shows the use of newer 2002 HD diesel vehicles with high maintenance costs,
low fuel efficiency, and high emissions. We propose to replace the 2002 models
with medium duty (MD) hybrid vehicles that more appropriately fit the capacity
needs of the system, accommodate the mobility needs of citizens, and have
much lower emission factors addressing our nearing non - attainment particulate
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vi. Description of technical, legal, and financial capacity to implement the
proposed project
Project Information
matter issues.
Keyline Transit is technically, legally, and financially capable to implement the
proposed project. The Keyline transit system has been under the umbrella of the
city of Dubuque since the 1970s and is a fundamental and necessary community
service. The Keyline Transit System is administered by a Director of Transit
Operations who reports to the City of Dubuque Economic Development Director
and City Manager. Policy is provided by the Dubuque City Council acting on the
advice of the Dubuque Transit Trustee Board. From 2005 to June 30, 2010,
service management of the system was contracted to First Transit. However, as
of July 1, 2010, management services will be assumed by the East Central
Intergovernmental Association located in Dubuque, with the Keyline Director of
Transit reporting directly to the ECIA Executive Director. ECIA has long standing
partnerships with local, state and federal organizations and staff experienced in
grant writing, grant administration, financial management, and technical
analysis. The total Keyline revenue in FY2009 was $2,418,582. Over 50% of the
total revenue is from property tax revenues, $1,161,393 annually. Keyline
provides 312,975 rides per year for both fixed route and paratransit segments
according to 2010 statistics. Of those rides 24% were to elderly citizens and 30%
were to disabled citizens. The city of Dubuque is committed and prepared to
provide the local match as required by the grant and as outlined later in the
budget, to support the proposed capital improvements. Funding will come from
the city of Dubuque transit capital replacement reserve account.
i. Project Description including necessary supporting documentation. IE:
information on the age of the current fleet, MPO concurrence letters , ridership information.
The proposed project outlined below is part of a larger picture in the community and
part of Dubuque's sustainability program developed in 2006. "Sustainable
Dubuque" is a three part approach that addresses Environmental and Ecological
Integrity, Economic Prosperity, and Social and Cultural Vibrancy. It is our philosophy
that transit is the foundation for a sustainable community and a viable transit
system that incorporates clean fuels and advanced technologies in its every day
practices is the essential basis to our sustainability program. Obviously clean fuels
and hybrid technology are factors when analyzing emissions but aside from that, the
City recognized that a redesigned transit system was critical to the success of their
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sustainability efforts. Therefore an operational analysis was completed in 2009 for
the Keyline system which recommended a complete re alignment of the fixed routes
as well as incorporating appropriate -sized vehicles and clean fuels technology.
The overall project we are presenting is known as eco ransit . Eco- Transit has
two important strategies that when integrated will create a "forward- reaching"
transit model for small urban systems across the United States and will reduce our
overall emissions of Oxides of Nitrogen (NOX) by 23.08 %, Particulate Matter (PM) by
89.62 %, Hydrocarbons (HC) by 86.92% and Carbon Monoxide (CO) by 48.46% saving
$15,276,042 (EPA: Diesel Emissions Quantifier) and improving health by saving
$546,000 in medical expenses (EPA: Diesel Emissions Quantifier) over the duration
(10 years) of the project and will assist us in maintaining the National Ambient Air
Quality Standards for ozone and carbon monoxide. (Please see Appendix 111 for a
complete vehicle replacement analysis.)
Through this program Dubuque's Keyline Transit will purchase 26 new clean fuel and
hybrid technology vehicles that are more appropriately sized for our system and the
comfort and needs of our riders. Secondly we propose to purchase a new integrated
mobility management system that will provide a sustainable solution for citizens in
the Dubuque area that will maximize vehicle trip reductions, cut greenhouse gas
emissions and reduce traffic congestion. These projects are the first steps in a
comprehensive revitalization of Dubuque's public transit service and a resource in
achieving and maintaining the National Ambient Air Quality Standards for ozone and
carbon monoxide.
There are two elements to this project — purchasing new clean fuel and low
emission vehicles, and purchasing new mobility management technology which will
be integrated into the revitalized transit system. Combining these project elements
will assist us in decreasing greenhouse gas emissions and reducing traffic congestion
to assist us in our ultimate goal of achieving the National Ambient Air Quality
Standards for ozone and carbon monoxide for our community.
The average vehicle in Dubuque's transit fleet is 10 years old. According to the
American Public Transportation Association's 2009 Fact Book, the average vehicle
used in public transportation in the U.S. is 7.5 years old, making Dubuque's fleet 33%
older than the national average. Keyline proposes to replace the following heavy
duty 35' fixed route diesel vehicles: two 1976 models, two 1979 models and two
1981 models. Additionally we are proposing to replace six 2002, 30' fixed route
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diesel vehicles that have had maintenance issues along with high fuel costs and high
emissions factors. On the ADA paratransit system, where all vehicles are beyond
their useful life, we are proposing to replace one 1996 gas powered mini -van and
the following Tight duty diesel vehicles: one 1996 model, two 1995 models, two 2000
models, three 2002 models, and five 2005 models. These vehicles will be replaced
and right sized to fit today's system needs and help us achieve National Ambient Air
Quality Standards with 14 clean diesel sprinters, two CNG MV -1 vehicles or two Ford
Connect vehicles, and 10 medium duty electric hybrid buses. (Please see Appendix III
for the vehicle replacement analysis where the replacement schedule is listed.) The
transit system no longer has a demand for HD buses therefore the MD buses are
more fuel efficient and using hybrid technology will dramatically decrease the
emissions in the area and the community will continue to be an attainment area.
Through this grant we are also requesting funding for maintenance equipment to
maintain the hybrid technology. We realize this new technology requires special
equipment and retooling of our facility will be necessary to perform required and
scheduled maintenance on the new vehicles. All current maintenance is done in
house by experienced technicians which has been most cost effective, therefore this
equipment to retool the facility is necessary to continue the existing practice and
future cost savings. (Please see Appendix IV for documentation on retooling the
existing Keyline garage.)
The second project element, the mobility management system, will be integrated
into the revitalized transit system and will be an additional technology which will aid
in reducing emissions and cutting fuel costs in the City. The City is proposing to
purchase GreenRide, a mobility management software system that will ultimately
maximize vehicle trip reductions, cut greenhouse gas emissions and reduce traffic
congestion. This advanced technology provides integrated solutions for carpooling,
fixed route trip planning, integration of multiple modes, and personalized interactive
mobile interfaces to integrate personal on- the -go commute preferences. In
replacing the fleet and integrating the advanced technology, Dubuque Bank and
Trust (DB &T), a local employer with over 400 employees and other nation -wide
subsidiary offices, has agreed to be a pilot partner in this project to illustrate to
other businesses how supporting clean fuel and advanced technology can benefit
our community and how working together, we can make the air we breathe cleaner.
When this pilot is successful, this is something they would consider implementing in
their other offices around the country. Please see Appendix V for a letter of support
from DB &T and other businesses who plan to explore carpooling opportunities
utilizing the new software.
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These two elements — purchasing new clean fuel and low emission vehicles, and
purchasing new mobility management technology which will be integrated into the
revitalized transit system – will assist us in decreasing greenhouse gas emissions and
reducing traffic congestion to achieve our ultimate goal of achieving the National
Ambient Air Quality Standards for ozone and carbon monoxide for our community.
The project will also encourage the community to lighten their impact on the
environment by leaving their cars at home more often and still get where they need
to be, whether the destination is work, school, medical appointments, or for social
reasons.
When regular vehicles accelerate, that's when the most pollution is created. Hybrid vehicles
produce less exhaust because electric power is used for acceleration. The braking action of
the bus when it slows or stops generates electricity in the engine which is why hybrids are
great on routes with frequent stops. Hybrid buses are 28% more fuel efficient, emit 85%
fewer particulate matter than regular buses, and are quieter. When the new clean fuel
vehicles are instituted combined with the mobility management advanced technologies, the
result will be an efficient transit system that lowers emissions and particulate matter in the
community; fits with the community's ongoing sustainability efforts; and will meet the
changing mobility needs of the community. Our project will serve as a model for the
thousands of other smaller urban communities in the United States with populations below
200,000 that are also facing rising emission factors, aging and inefficient transit fleets, and
the lack of integrated mobility management technology. 42% of the US population resides
in cities under 200,000. Dubuque is a typical small city, however, it is transforming itself into
a Smarter Sustainable Dubuque and our public transit system is key to this conversion. Much
of our evolution has begun, including a shift from single industry employment to a
diversified business base, installation of smart water and electric meters in pilot residential
areas, and corresponding software to allow citizens to see and understand their individual
usage. A new approach to public transit is the last remaining component to our
transformation and it remains a challenge due to the age and condition of our fleet.
(Please see Appendix V for the MPO concurrence letter, and Appendix II for
information on the age of the current fleet and ridership information.)
ii. Evaluation Criteria (1) through (7)
(1) Demonstrated Need.
Unfortunately, Dubuque has been notified that its air quality has dropped to
levels that threaten to classify the region as being in "non- attainment" by the
Environmental Protection Agency. This reduced air quality threatens not only
public health but also the regional economy since a non - attainment
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designation could limit economic growth and development. The 2005 — 2008
data shows, that the area has hovered around 34 ug /m3 and 35 ug /m3
during those years. 35 ug /m3 is the threshold for being in a non - attainment
area. Dubuque is doing everything it can to proactively improve the quality of
the air because recent data verifies that the project area is closing in on the
required level to be non - attainment. With that in mind, a cleaner transit fleet
would contribute significantly to air quality improvements. New, clean hybrid
vehicles would be a very visible symbol of the City's commitment to
sustainability and eliminate the complaints from city residents who can point to
the black smoke coming from the old vehicles as a sign of hypocrisy.
Our community is currently an attainment area but we are dangerously close to
the threshold. In our area, fine matter comes from local and regional sources
like coal, oil, gasoline, diesel and wood combustion and high temperature
industrial processes such as smelters and steel mills. Coarse particulate matter
in the area includes resuspension of dust tracked onto roads, suspension from
disturbed soil, construction /demolition, industrial fugitives, and biological
sources. If we go over the threshold, it affects the entire community and it
could limit our future growth and development. Instead of doing nothing and
hoping we stay just below the standard, we are proactively addressing this
environmental issue. More than 59% or 957 transit vehicles in the State of Iowa
are being operated beyond their useful life creating a capital crisis of more than
$110 million within the State of Iowa. The number and percentage of older
vehicles continues to grow each year and is now at the point where service
delivery to residents in Iowa will be seriously jeopardized in the near future.
Iowa is a donor state to the Highway Trust Fund, contributing more taxes
annually than what comes back to Iowa transportation projects. The current
population based allocation system leaves Iowa out of many federal
transportation funding opportunities forcing Iowa transit to rely on consolidated
funding requests through the Iowa Department of Transportation and
congressionally directed funding to meet the capital needs in the State.
Challenges the Keyline system faces are consistent with many other small
urban systems of our size nationally. Fixed routes were designed based on the
need for transit in the 1950s when Keyline's ridership was close to 1,000,000
rides per year. Large diesel vehicles with high exhaust emissions were
purchased based on this 1950s ridership. The systems have continued to
operate and function as the "big bus" system. However, over the last several
decades the Keyline ridership has steadily declined, reflecting trends in many
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other small urban systems in communities of similar size. Service requests are
unable to be met due to budgetary constraints. The need for the traditional
fixed route system with "big diesel buses" traveling the route nearly empty has
diminished. Diesel fuel costs peaked in 2008 near $4.49 per gallon, and
drastically impacted transit budgets nationwide. The State of Iowa has an aging
population that continues to rely more heavily on public transportation. Iowa's
population is the second oldest in the nation.
The need for a more versatile transit system stems from these issues. It is
difficult in many cases for a senior citizen or disabled person to access the fixed
routes. Therefore, the City of Dubuque, as part of "Sustainable Dubuque" and in
response to the changes in the traditional transit fixed route system,
commissioned an operational study of the entire system and envisioned Eco-
Transit. eco ransit is "forward- reaching" transit— transit that meets the
needs of a diverse, mobile, and aging population that is present today and will
only become more dependent in the future.
When the City Council identified a comprehensive analysis of the public
transportation system as a Top Priority in 2009, the City commissioned LSC
Transportation Consultants to perform an operational analysis of the Dubuque
Keyline system. Their final recommendations were presented to the City
Council in December 2009 and the Council accepted the plan at their first
meeting in 2010.
Among their findings were a need for new routes and more flexible service,
buses that are "right- sized" to match the demand and new technology that will
increase the convenience for current Keyline riders and result in thousands of
new riders. The recommendations of the study will assist in achieving the
community's vision for sustainability and livability. When implemented, the
vehicles will serve all residents regardless of location or socioeconomic status,
emit far fewer toxins into the air, reduce the need to build new roads to carry
additional vehicles, and connect riders to their intended locations via an
integrated bus system linked to complete streets in Dubuque.
i. Project represents a one -time or periodic need that cannot reasonably
be funded from formula allocations or State and /or local revenues.
More than 59% or 957 transit vehicles in the State of Iowa are being operated
beyond their useful life creating a capital crisis of more than $110 million within
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the State of Iowa. The number and percentage of older vehicles continues to
grow each year and is now at the point where service delivery to residents in
Iowa will be seriously jeopardized in the near future. According to the latest
National Transit Database statistics, the state of Iowa is ranked first as having the
oldest average age transit vehicles in the country. All this is due to the
disproportionate amount of federal capital funding that goes to the state of Iowa
annually for bus replacement versus the amount appropriated through formula
allocations and /or earmarks. With high fuel prices and maintenance costs for
older vehicles, transit systems have had to raise fares and cut services to keep
pace with operating costs let alone the replacement of aged fleets without
significantly higher federal capital investments in the future.
ii. Project or applicant did not receive significant funding in an earmark.
The City of Dubuque Keyline Transit has not received significant funding in an earmark
for any portion of this project.
iii. The project will have a positive impact on air quality.
ecb ransit
addresses the changing transit needs in today's world and the
need to be eco- conscience, valuing fresh air, minimizing health risks, and
reducing green house gas emissions and energy dependence on foreign oil. Since
our community is currently an attainment area but we are dangerously close to
the threshold of becoming non - attainment, we are being proactive in our plans
to stay below the required level of micrograms of particulate matter per cubic
meter of air.
The first project element of replacing the current fleet with new clean fuel and
low emission vehicles will have a positive impact on air quality. Keyline has
analyzed their existing fleet and have charted a course for total fleet
replacement. Retooling and right sizing the current fleet will address the
physical needs and environmental concerns of the community served by Keyline.
Analysis completed through the current transit operational study examines the
efficiency of alternative fuel vehicles compared to the operational effectiveness
of the traditional diesel powered buses currently used in the Keyline system.
Eco- Transit will accomplish the following:
Keyline proposes to replace the following heavy duty 35' fixed route diesel
vehicles: two 1976 models, two 1979 models and two 1981 models. Additionally
we are proposing to replace six 2002, 30' fixed route diesel vehicles that have
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Gas Savings
$2,852,617
Emission Savings by changing Fleet
$15,276,042
Emission Savings by increasing in
ridership
$2,820,124
Health Savings
$546,000
Maintanance Savings
$2,014,741
Total
$23,509,524
had maintenance issues along with high fuel costs and high emissions factors. On
the ADA paratransit system, where all vehicles are beyond their useful life, we
are proposing to replace one 1996 gas powered mini -van and the following light
duty diesel vehicles: one 1996 model, two 1995 models, two 2000 models, three
2002 models, and five 2005 models. These vehicles will be replaced and right
sized to fit today's system needs and help us achieve National Ambient Air
Quality Standards with 14 clean diesel sprinters, two CNG MV -1 vehicles or two
Ford Connect vehicles, and 10 medium duty electric hybrid buses. Please
reference the vehicle replacement analysis in Appendix III.
The result of the life of the project is outlined in the following table with a total
impact of nearly $23 million. The life expectancy is based on a ten year life of a
medium duty bus and this was used as the basis for the calculation of the impact
of the project.
Benfits of the project for 10 years
The operational study completed by LSC Consultants includes a comparison of
alternative fuel options for Keyline. The advantages, disadvantages, and
potential application in the area of common fuel alternatives were examined.
Compressed natural gas (CNG), liquid natural gas (LNG), methanol, ethanol,
biodiesel, hydrogen, and diesel - electric hybrid were studied. Based on the data
collected, the diesel - electric hybrid, paired with smaller diesel or gasoline
vehicles right -sized to fit the needs and demands of the system is the best
solution for our smaller urban system. The diesel - electric hybrid has been
proven to operate almost as reliably as a traditional diesel bus, uses less fuel,
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and produces far fewer pollutants. This project will incorporate two CNG
alternative fuel vehicles as a pilot, serving as a model for other cities of similar
size to determine the efficiency and impact of the CNG overall. Black Hills Energy
has agreed to partner with the City on the project to fuel the vehicles because
they are planning to construct a new fueling station. Black Hills is committed to
the future of CNG fuel and is enthusiastic about partnering with the City on their
CNG vehicles and the rest of the fleet. Please see Appendix V for a letter of
support from Black Hills Energy.
Existing Keyline Bus
Proposed Keyline Vehicles.
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With the replacement of 26 vehicles and addition of diesel - electric hybrid
vehicles, City of Dubuque maintenance staff will require additional training and
tools to service the electric propulsion system. The City currently performs all
maintenance on the Keyline fleet. (Please see documentation on retooling the
existing Keyline garage in Appendix IV)
The second project element of purchasing new mobility management technology
which will be integrated into the revitalized transit system — will assist us in
decreasing greenhouse gas emissions and reducing traffic congestion to achieve
our ultimate goal of achieving the National Ambient Air Quality Standards for
ozone and carbon monoxide for our community.
This project will lead to immediate reductions in greenhouse gases. Even without
the service improvements, CO2 emissions are estimated to fall by over 84,000 kg
annually. Once the service improvements are in place and ridership rises to
estimated levels, the following emissions will be reduced: Oxides of Nitrogen
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plan.
(NOX) by 23.08 %, Particulate Matter (PM) by 89.62 %, Hydrocarbons (HC) by 86.92%
and Carbon Monoxide (CO) by 48.46% saving $15,276,042 over the duration (10
years) of the project. Based on the LSC study and their historical data and
experience, a 25% increase in ridership is predicted because of purchasing
new vehicles and creating a more efficient transit system. With better routes
some people may choose to not own their own cars. With fewer cars on the road
residents may be more comfortable with commuting by bicycle. All of these will
advance the City's sustainability goals. Furthermore the new vehicles will serve
as very visible public symbols of the City's commitment to sustainability on all
levels and will save the community an estimated $235,000 a year due to
improved fuel efficiencies. (Please see Appendix 111 where a complete fuel
efficiency analysis is included in the vehicle replacement analysis.)
Our intent is that we will partner with the MPO and transportation planners will
track and monitor fuel and emissions savings by comparing baseline data
gathered with this application. We will continue to monitor with our air quality
group to measure the impact this project has annually and over 10 years. We
consider this project a pilot for other communities our size nationally, and the
data we track will help support funding levels and additional projects similar to
ours in smaller communities.
iv. The project is consistent with the applicant's bus fleet management
The replacement of buses is consistent with Keyline's bus fleet management
plan. Please see Appendix II for a copy of Keyline's bus fleet management
plan.
v. The project is a transportation control measure in an approved State
Implementation Plan (if applicable)
This project is not a transportation control measure in an approved State
Implementation Plan.
(2) Planning and prioritization at local /regional level.
i. Project is consistent with the transit priorities identified in the long
range plan and /or contingency /illustrative projects. The project could not be included in the
financially constrained Transportation Improvement Plan (TIP) /STIP due to lack of funding (if
selected, project must be in federally approved STIP before grant award).
This project is consistent with local transit priorities and the DMATS 2031 Long
Range Transportation Plan. The LRTP identifies Keyline vehicle replacement as a
top priority and this project is consistent with the Plan. Please see Appendix
VI for the Transit Projects section of the LRTP.
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The City Council has made improved public transportation one of five "high
priority" items on its 2009 -2011 policy agenda and among the five items on its
five year goals list are "a diverse, strong economy," "sustainable city," "planned
and managed growth," and "improved transportation connectivity" all of which
are closely connected to an efficient, effective public transportation system. The
Dubuque Metropolitan Area Transportation Study (DMATS), the regional MPO,
endorses the project. The DMATS board feels the project improves mobility and
connectivity for people, enhances sensitivity to the environment, preserves the
existing transportation system and promotes a viable and livable region. Many
others, including the developers of new Transit Oriented Developments
downtown and elsewhere in town also support the project and the local match is
available in the City's capital budget. (See Appendix V for letters of support)
ii. Local support is demonstrated by availability of local match for this
and /or related projects and letters of support.
The total project cost is $3,057,477. Since the city of Dubuque is so concerned
about clean air and reducing green house gas emissions and maintaining their
attainment area, the City commits to funding the local match of $621,496.
(Please see Appendix V for the City's letter of support.) This project is consistent
with local transit priorities and the recommendations of the LSC Transportation
Consultants Keyline Comprehensive Operation Analysis. The City Council has
made improved public transportation one of five "high priority" items on its
2009 -2011 policy agenda and among the five items on its five year goals list are
"a diverse, strong economy," "sustainable city," "planned and managed growth,"
and "improved transportation connectivity" all of which are closely connected to
an efficient, effective public transportation system. The Dubuque Metropolitan
Area Transportation Study (DMATS), the regional MPO, endorses the project.
Many others, including the developers of new Transit Oriented Developments
downtown and elsewhere in town also support the project and the local match is
available in the capital budget.
Black Hills Energy is an electric and natural gas provider that serves over 600,000
customers in Colorado, Iowa, Kansas and Nebraska. The company's non -
regulated businesses generate wholesale electricity, produce natural gas, oil and
coal, and market energy. They are excited to partner with the city of Dubuque to
use their future CNG fueling station to fuel our pilot CNG vehicles. This would
save the City money because we would not have to build a special fueling station
for these two vehicles. The proposed cost of the fueling station is $250,000.
Area companies also support the project because of the mobility management
solutions software element. Some of the companies included in this application
participate in a regional green business program and one of the areas of focus is
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pollution prevention. As part of the program, they are required to develop a
fleet greening plan, implement criteria for buying new and efficient vehicles, and
provide incentives for employee use of public transit, carpools, or bicycling.
These companies strongly support a transit system with new fuel efficient /low
emission and clean fuels technology and an integrated mobility management
system that will allow them to continue to decrease their business and
employee's impact and reach their sustainability goals.
(See Appendix V for private developers and others' letters of support)
iii. In an area with more than one transit operator, the application
demonstrates coordination with and support of other transit operators, or other related
projects within the applicant's MPO or the geographic region within which the proposed
project will operate.
Eco- Transit is the result of careful planning by the City of Dubuque and the
Regional Transit Authority and is formulated around a transit study
completed by an independent consultant for the transit systems. It is an
important piece of the puzzle in implementing the "Sustainable Dubuque"
model. The City contracted with LSC Transportation Consultants last year to
complete an Operational Analysis of Keyline Transit with the goals of
determining future needs; identifying efficiencies in providing current and future
services; and providing recommendations on system improvements and
partnerships with the Regional Transit Authority. The LSC study analyzed and
evaluated Keyline and RTA boarding data; made recommendations for route
redesign; evaluated alternative vehicles appropriate for our systems; and
outlined partnership and coordination opportunities between Keyline and the
RTA for better efficiency. Eco- Transit increases coordination and eliminates
duplication of service between transit systems through the mobility solutions
software discussed in this grant; reduces vehicle miles traveled by automobile;
reduces emissions and the carbon footprint for a region; and increase confidence
in the overall transit systems by the general public. Please see Appendix V for a
letter of support from the RTA. DuRide, an area transit provider for the 65+
population, has been assisting in alleviating the strain on the paratransit service
for non ADA passengers. DuRide supports this project as it will also provide the
mobility management solutions software and identify them as an alternative to
the Keyline transit system and give consumers another option in the region.
Please see Appendix V for a letter of support.
(3) The project is ready to implement.
i. Any required environmental work has been initiated for construction
projects requiring an Environmental Assessment (EA).
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projects.
No environmental work will be required.
ii. Implementation plans are ready, including initial design of facilities
The proposed project is an important piece to Dubuque's sustainability program
developed in 2006. "Sustainable Dubuque" is a three part approach that
addresses Environmental and Ecological Integrity, Economic Prosperity, and
Social and Cultural Vibrancy. It is our philosophy that transit is the foundation for
a sustainable community and a viable transit system that incorporates clean
fuels and advanced technologies in its every day practices is the essential basis
to our sustainability program. Because the City recognized that a redesigned
transit system was critical to the success of their sustainability efforts, an
operational analysis was completed in 2009 for the Keyline system which
recommended a complete re alignment of the fixed routes as well as
incorporating appropriate -sized vehicles and clean fuels technology. Therefore,
the implementation plans are ready for the project to begin immediately.
iii. TIP /STIP can be amended (evidenced by MPO /State endorsement).
Keyline works very closely with the Dubuque Metropolitan Transportation Study
(DMATS), the MPO for the region. When this project is funded, the TIP and STIP
can be amended at the next DMATS meeting. The DOT is typically updated with
project information for STIP simultaneously with DMATS Board approval.
iv. Project can be obligated and begin implementation quickly, if selected.
The project can be obligated and begin implementation immediately because a
revitalized transit system is a priority to city officials. The City has the local match
ready for the proposed project if funded. Please refer to the local commitment
letter in Appendix V. The project can easily be completed in a nine to 12
month timeframe.
(4) The applicant demonstrates the benefits of the proposed project in reducing
transportation related pollutants.
Since 2006, the Dubuque City Council has identified becoming a designated
Green Community as one of their top goals. The City is pleased to have begun
the process of leading by example.
A ?rmLN'T.'il./1
In this past three years Dubuque has
collaboratively worked with the
community to develop, "Sustainable
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Dubuque," a holistic approach to making our community sustainable. The model
involves a three -part approach that addresses: Environmental and Ecological
Integrity; Economic Prosperity; and Social and Cultural Vibrancy. Each of these
pieces is important individually and helps contribute to a sustainable community.
Eleven sustainable principles have been adopted within the model: regional
economy; smart energy use; resource management; community design; healthy
air; clean water; native plants and animals; green buildings; healthy local food;
community knowledge; and reasonable mobility. For additional information on
"Sustainable Dubuque" visit www.sustainabledubuque.org. Eco- Transit
exemplifies many of the sustainability principles adopted by Dubuque including
smart energy use; resource management; community design; healthy air; and
reasonable mobility and their interconnected roles.
Eco- Transit has two important strategies that when integrated will create a
"forward- reaching" transit model for small urban systems across the United
States and will reduce our overall emissions by 62% over the duration of the
project and will assist us in maintaining the National Ambient Air Quality
Standards for ozone and carbon monoxide. Through this program Dubuque's
Keyline Transit will purchase 26 new clean fuel and hybrid technology vehicles
that are more appropriately sized for our system and the comfort and needs of
our riders. Secondly we propose to purchase a new integrated mobility
management system that will provide a sustainable solution for citizens in the
Dubuque area that will maximize vehicle trip reductions, cut greenhouse gas
emissions and reduce traffic congestion. These projects are the first steps in a
comprehensive revitalization of Dubuque's public transit service and a resource
in achieving and maintaining the National Ambient Air Quality Standards for
ozone and carbon monoxide.
Combining these project elements will assist us in decreasing greenhouse gas
emissions and reducing traffic congestion to assist us in our ultimate goal of
achieving the National Ambient Air Quality Standards for ozone and carbon
monoxide for our community. Please reference Appendix III for information on
emission reductions in the vehicle replacement analysis.
(5) The proposed project supports emerging clean fuels technologies or advanced
technologies for transit buses.
The city of Dubuque is aware that changes need to be made to continue to be an
attainment area. That is why we are requesting funds to assist with the proposed
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project, Eco- Transit. Since transit is the foundation to a city's livelihood, it makes
sense to focus our sustainability efforts on that important piece and address the
air pollution that is affecting our environment. The vehicles we are proposing to
purchase have been researched and the data has been carefully analyzed to
determine what will work best for our revitalized transit system. First we will
replace the heavy duty buses with the medium duty hybrid dual electric
propulsion with diesel back up. While electric hybrids are not advanced
technologies in large urban areas, this is an advanced technology for small rural
systems because of the lack of their capital replacement funding and the highly
competitive nature of Federal capital grants.
The small utility vehicle we are proposing in the system is new to the market and
is an emerging CNG technology especially for transit systems of our size. The
MV -1 is the first mobility vehicle that was designed from the ground up for
wheelchair accessibility and will be American made. This vehicle is the only
vehicle in its class with an available Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM)
engineered, assembled, and factory - installed Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)
fueling system option. Because it's factory installed, the MV -1 with the CNG
option ensures the same durability, reliability, and quality that fleets demand
from gasoline - powered vehicles, while reducing operating expenses since CNG is
significantly less expensive than gasoline. Since natural gas is primarily a
domestic fuel source, the 290 -mile range CNG MV -1 is environmentally friendly
and makes sense for the proposed project. This vehicle is the first CNG vehicle
proposed by the City and will be a beta test for the balance of their city
inspections and engineering fleet as the City considers CNG power for all city -
owned fleets. This vehicle gets 22 miles per gallon, as noted in the vehicle
replacement analysis in Appendix III.
Another replacement vehicle being considered is the Clean Diesel Sprinter. The
Sprinter gets 16 miles per gallon and uses 73,000 tons less CO2 than competitors
(Ford Diesel, Ford Gas). This is a proven vehicle for transit systems nation -wide
but is a new advanced technology for small urban systems to regularly utilize in
their fleet of vehicles for their paratransit and demand response service.
(6) The applicants demonstrate the technical, legal, and financial capacity to carry
out the project. This criterion refers to implementation of the particular project proposed.
Keyline Transit is technically, legally, and financially capable of implementing
the proposed project. From 2005 to June 30, 2010, service management of the
system was contracted to First Transit. However, as of July 1, 2010,
management services will be assumed by the East Central Intergovernmental
Association located in Dubuque, with the Keyline Director of Transit reporting
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directly to the ECIA Executive Director. ECIA has long standing partnerships with
local, state and federal organizations and staff experienced in grant writing,
grant administration, financial management, and technical analysis. Policy is
provided by the Dubuque City Council acting on the advice of the Dubuque
Transit Trustee Board. The total Keyline revenue in FY2009 was $2,299,147.
In addition to this revenue, mini -bus fares totaled an additional $62,351.
Property tax revenues account for 44% of the total revenue, $1,008,471
annually. Keyline provides 335,632 rides per year both fixed route and
paratransit according to FY2009 statistics. Of those rides 33% were to elderly
citizens and 30% were to disabled citizens and 15% are students.
i. The applicant has the technical capacity to administer the project.
The City of Dubuque is in fundable status for the FTA grant program.
They have successfully administered federal and state grant programs in
the past. Keyline has worked closely to deliver service in the city of
Dubuque for over 30 years. Keyline is operated by the City of Dubuque
but will be managed by the East Central Intergovernmental Association,
starting July 1, 2010. All finances are tracked and managed by the City of
Dubuque Budget Office. An independent annual audit is completed by
the City of Dubuque. As part of the administration of the project and in
partnership with DMATS planning staff, we will track not only the finances but
also the fuel efficiency and emissions savings as a benchmark in determining
grant outcomes and success.
ii. The acquisition is consistent with the bus fleet management plan.
The acquisition is consistent with the bus fleet management plan.
iii. There are no outstanding legal, technical, or financial issues with the
grantee that would make this a high -risk project.
There are no outstanding legal, technical or financial issues that would
make this a high -risk project.
iv. Source of local match is identified and is available for prompt project
implementation if selected (no deferred local share will be allowed).
The total project cost is $3,057,477. Clean air and reducing greenhouse gas
emissions is a top priority for the City in maintaining their attainment status, the
City commits to funding the local match of $621,496 for the project. Therefore,
the project is ready for prompt implementation. Please see Appendix V for a
letter of support from the city of Dubuque. Overall the project has a 1/10 ratio
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September 1, 2010
Notice of award from Department of Transportation
September 30, 2010
Execution of a contract to purchase vehicles off available assigned
options from a DOT approved procurement
September 30, 2010
Execution of a contract to purchase mobility management software off
available assigned options from a DOT approved procurement
January 1, 2011
Orders for vehicles and mobility management software placed with
selected vendors
February 1, 2011
Delivery of software
March 1, 2011
Marketing of project
April 1, 2011
Implementation of software
April 1, 2011
Delivery of vehicles
(7) Geographic Diversity. To provide the ability to evaluate technologies in a wide
variety of conditions, FTA may select projects to ensure there is sufficient geographic
diversity. (End of evaluation criteria.)
are sought.
for the clean air program. The calculations indicate for every dollar invested by
the DOT there is a $10 return on investment. See Appendix 111 for the
calculations in the overall vehicle replacement analysis.
iii. Congressional district(s) served by the proposed project.
The Congressional district served by the proposed project is Congressional
district number one.
iv. Provide a line -item budget for the project and its total cost.
Please see Appendix VII for a line -item budget for the project.
v. Provide the Federal amount requested for each purpose for which funds
Please see Appendix VII where each purpose is listed where Federal funds are
being requested. Overall the project has a 1/10 ratio for the clean air program.
vi. Document matching funds, including amount and source of the match.
Please see Appendix VII where matching funds are documented. The source of
the local match is the city of Dubuque.
vii. Provide project time -line, including significant milestones such as date
or contract for purchase of vehicle(s), actual or expected delivery date of vehicles and
contract award and completion of facility improvements.
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May 1, 2011
Post - delivery; inspections, resolution of defects, payment to vehicle
vendor
July 1, 2011
Deployment of vehicles into transit system service area identified in
grant proposal
August 1, 2011
Disposal of vehicles replaced under the grant award under the vehicle
disposal guidelines established by the DOT
September 1, 2011
Project complete
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Appendix 1
Keyline Service Area
Keyline Transit Service
Legend
Gray Line Orange Line
Limited Access Gray Line Limited Access Orange Line
Green Line Red Line
Limited Access Green Line Limited Access Red Line
Trolley Route
,/
Appendix 11
Keyline Fleet Management Plan
OA Iowa Department of Transportation
`yr Form 231026wd (10.06)
1. Provider Name: Keyline Transit
Transit System Affiliation: ® Designated Public Transit System ❑ Contractor to Designated System ❑ None
Contact Person Jon Rodocker Telephone Number 563 -589 -4196
2. General description of Passenger Transportation Operations:
a. Type of service(s):
fixed route, paratransit, demand response
b. Groups served:
general public
c. Service area:
City of Dubuque Iowa, East Dubuque i11
d. Service hours and days of operation:
Monday through Friday 5:55 am - 6 - 30 pm
Saturday
Sundays and holidays
PASSENGER TRANSPORTATION PROVIDER FACT SHEET
e. Number of employees involved in your passenger transportation:
g.
Administrative
Maintenance
Drivers
Receive public money?
®Yes No
3. Fare Structure: cash, coin, passes
Union Teamsters
Full - time
7:50 am - 5:55 pm
N/A
Part -time
Data current as of
Volunteers
4
2
4
4
1
33
f. Union. Are any employee groups covered under collective bargaining agreements?
® Yes ❑ No
Local* 421
December I, 2009
(Date)
Vehicle fleet:
Number of vehicles: Busses: 13 Vans: 13 Trucks: 1
Station Wagons: Sedans: 1 Other: 2 - Bus on Chassis Trolley
Wheelchair Spaces 58
Number of vehicles with: Wheelchair Lifts /Ramps: 29
Performance:
Covers the period from:
6. Other information:
Two -way Radios /Phones: 30
(Last Year) FY 1 9
Actual
Operating:
Passengers 335,632 342,344
Wheelchair Lift Operations Performed 63428 64000
Revenue Miles 548,122 550,000
Revenue Hours 40,820 40820
Passenger /Revenue /Mile 1.63 1.61
Passenger /Revenue /Hour 8.22 8.39
Average Daily Passenger Carried 1072 1093
Financial:
Operating Expenses 2296787 2789459
Operating Revenues 201180 205000
Capital Expenses 21274 101000
Cost/Revenue Mile 0 0
Revenue /Revenue Mile 0 0
Cost/Passenger Trip 0 0
Revenue /Passenger Trip 0 0
Cost/Revenue Hour 0 0
Revenue /Revenue Hour 0 0
Average Passenger Fare/Trip 0 0
July 1, 2009 to: June 30, 2010
(Current Year) FY 1 10
Projected
Vehicle:
Model Year /Body
Manufacturer and
Model
Fleet
ID
No. of Seats/
Wheelchairs
Base
Location
Assignments
No. of Hours
Per Week
Used
Is it Used
EvgfWknd?
Projected
Annual Miles
1976,GMC,omnibus
2504
38
38
/
/
2
2
Dubuque
Dubuque
FR
FR
20
20
wknd
wknd
5400
5400
I97o,GMC,omnibus
2510
1979,GMC,RTS
2558
34
/
2
Dubuque
FR
70
wknd
28356
1979,GMC,RTS
2559
34
/
2
Dubuque
FR
70
wknd
31440
1981,GMC,RTS
2560
34
/
2
Dubuque
FR
70
wknd
31560
1981,GMC,RTS
2561
34
/
2
Dubuque
FR
70
wknd
28524
2002,Nova,RTS
2563
27
/
2
Dubuque
FR
70
wknd
22056
2002,Nova,RTS
2564
27
/
2
Dubuque
FR
70
wknd
31260
2002,Nova,RTS
2565
27
/
2
Dubuque
FR
70
wknd
31392
2002,Nova,RTS
2566
27
/
2
Dubuque
FR
70
wknd
30612
2002,Nova,RTS
2567
27
/
2
Dubuque
FR
70
wknd
34380
2002,Nova,RTS
2568
27
/
2
Dubuque
FR
70
wknd
27492
2003 Opti, trolley
2580
28
/
2
Dubuque
Dubuque
FR
FR
72
72
eve,wknd
eve,wknd
5793
5793
2003 Opti, trolley
2579
28
/
2
1996,Ford,Aero
1730
3
/
1
Dubuque, E
Dubuque I11
DR
10
14388
1996,Ford,E
1751
8
/
2
Dubuque,E
Dubuque I11
DR
50
18564
2002,Ford,E
2578
16
/
2
Dubuque
DR
50
wknd
24420
1995,Ford,E
2581
16
/
1
Dubuque
DR
30
wknd
9204
1995,Ford,E
2582
16
/
1
Dubuque
DR
40
wknd
21048
2005,Ford,E
2583
16
/
4
Dubuque
DR
50
wknd
24072
2005,Ford,E
2584
16
/
4
Dubuque
DR
50
wknd
26352
2005,Ford,E
2585
16
/
4
Dubuque
DR
50
wknd
28308
2005,Ford,E
2586
16
16
/
/
4
4
Dubuque
Dubuque
Dr
DR
50
50
wknd
wknd
28248
29172
' " 2005,Ford,E
2587
2000, Ford, E
2503
16
/
2
Dubuque
DR
40
wknd
16044
200, Ford, E
2505
16
/
2
Dubuque
DR
40
wknd
16166
2000, Int
2500
27
/
2
Dubuque
FR
72
Wknd
41872
Transportation Provider: Keyline Transit City Of Dubuque
FLEET UTILIZATION ANALYSIS
Date Prepared: December 1, 2009
Vehicle:
Model Year/Body
Manufacturer/
Model
o D \
u. •
No. of Seats/
Wheelchairs
Vehicle
Equipment
Previously
Rehabbed
I
o . ±
;f -
�/
A
;1
■
Current
FY 10
Proposed Work
FY 11 FY 12 FY 13 FY 14
Example:
1996 El Dorado
Aerotech
t
...-
I 979,RTS
2558
34 / 2
L,F,MR
98
262742
274123
REP
I 979,RTS
2559
34 / 2
L,F,MR
98
285078
296305
REP
/
/
2002,RTS
2563
27 / 2
L,F,MR
223368
238105
REP
2002,RTS
2564
27 / 2
L,F,MR
240087
254841
REP
2002,RTS
2565
27 / 2
L,F,MR
241836
257295
REP
2002,RTS
2566
27 / 2
L,F,MR
235102
250497
REP
2002,RTS
2567
27 / 2
L,F,MR
231605
247601
REP
.
2002 RTS , .
2568
...,
27 / 2
L,F,MR
231605
245711
REP
1995,FORD,E
2581
16 / 1
L,F,MR
196939
198598
REP
/
2002,FORD,E
2578
16 / 2
L,F,MR
138168
148551
REP
2005,FORD,E
2583
16 / 4
L,F,MR
99264
111106
REP
2005,FORD,E
2584
16 / 4
L,F,MR
105420
117176
REP
2005,FORD,E
2585
16 / 4
L,F,MR
106062
117439
REP
2005,FORD,E
2586
16 / 4
L,F,MR
109480
121754
REP
2005,FORD,E
2587
16 / 4
L,F,MR
106149
113695
REP
2003,OPTI
2579
28 / 2
L,F,MR
36739
40750
REP
2003,OPTI
2580
2R • / 2
L,F,MR
37459
41023
REP
— . -
/
2002 Ford E
2501
18 / 5
LFMR
206364
216014
REP
2002 FORD E
2502
18 / 5
LFMR
193163
202943
REP
FLEET REPLACEMENT / REHABILITATION SCHEDULE
Transportation Provider: Keyline Transit City Of Dubuque
Equipment Code: L = Wheelchair Lift; R = Wheelchair Ramp; MR = Mobile Radio; F = Farebox;
MDT = Mobile Data Terminal /Computer; SC = Security Camera
Type of Improvement: REP = Replace; REHAB = Rehabilitate
Transportation Provider: Keyline Transit City Of Dubuque
Vehicle
Type
Seats/
Wheelchairs
Type
Purchase
Needs
Reference
Pending
Projects
Acquisition Year /Programmed Costs
FY 10 FY 11 FY 12 FY
13
35' HD
32
/
2
REP
2558
364000
35' HD
32
/
2
REP
2559
364000
/
/
22' LD
18
/
6
REP
2581
75000
22' LD
1
6
REP
2583
75000
22' LD
18
6
REP
2584
75000
22' LD
18
/
6
REP
2585
75000
22' LD
18
/
1 ,.
REP
2586
75000
22' Li)
18 .
/
REP 2587
75000
Total
172
/
40
/ / / /l/���� Z, M
803000
375000
Purchase Types: Rep. = Replacement; Rehab. = Rehabilitation; Exp. = Expansion
Needs Reference: Fleet ID# of vehicle to be replaced or rehabilitated; or name of proposed new service(s) if expansion.
Description
Needs
Reference
Totals
*Pending
Projects
Acquisition Year /Programmed Costs
FY FY FY FY
* Any project for which funding has been approved.
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
Appendix III
Vehicle Replacement Analysis
Phase
Description
Federal Share
(80 %)
Local Share
(20 %)
I
Replacing 10 Heavy Duty Diesel Vehicles
with 10 Medium Duty New Hybrid Diesel
Vehicles with Particulate Filter
$1,320,000
$330,000
Replacing 3 Heavy Duty Vehicles with 3
Light Duty Vehicles
$185,611
$46,403
Green Ride Software (Includes carpool
software, trip planner)
$66,320
$16,580
Implementation of Green Ride Software
$30,000
$20,000
Equipment to retool Keyline garage
$36,356
$9,089
I I
Replacing 2 Light Duty Diesel Vehicles with
2 New CNG fueled Mini Vans with
Particulate Filter
$117,120
$29,280
Replacing 11 Light Duty Diesel Vehicles
with 11 New Light Duty Diesel Vehicles with
Particulate Filters
$680,574
$170,144
Total
$2,435,981
$621,496
Gas Savings
$2,852,617
Emission Savings by
changing Fleet
$15,276,042
Emission Savings by
increasing in ridership
$2,820,124
Health Savings
$546,000
Maintanance Savings
$1,130,626
Total
$22,625,409
Cost of the project
Cost : Benefit
1
9.29
Benfits of the project for 10 years
1976
HD
Hybrid
2010
MD
$165,000
2,610
2.4
9.5
1,088
275
$2.99
$3,.
1979
HD
Hybrid
2010
MD
$165,000
43,507
3.5
9.5
12,431
4,580
$2.99
$37,:
1979
HD
Hybrid
2010
MD
$165,000
36,934
3.5
9.5
10,553
3,888
$2.99
$31,!.
1981
HD
Hybrid
2010
MD
$165,000
41,864
3.5
9.5
11,961
4,407
$2.99
$35,,
1981
HD
Hybrid
2010
MD
$165,000
41,872
3.5
9.5
11,963
4,408
$2.99
$35,,
2000
MD
Hybrid
2010
MD
$165,000
41,872
3.5
9.5
11,963
4,408
$2.99
$35,,
2002
HD
Hybrid
2010
MD
$165,000
48,202
4.5
9.5
10,712
5,074
$2.99
$32,(
2002
HD
Hybrid
2010
MD
$165,000
49,376
4.5
9.5
10,972
5,197
$2.99
$32,f
2002
HD
Hybrid
2010
MD
$165,000
46,559
4.5
9.5
10,346
4,901
$2.99
$30,.
2002
HD
Sprinter
2010
LD
$77,338
47,498
4.5
16
10,555
2,969
$2.99
$31,!
2002
HD
Sprinter
2010
LD
$77,338
53,210
4.5
16
11,824
3,326
$2.99
$35,:
2002
HD
Sprinter
2010
LD
$77,338
47,889
4.5
16
10,642
2,993
$2.99
$31,f
1995
LD
CNG
2010
MV
$73,200
12,000
6.4
22
1,875
545
$2.99
$5,(
1995
LD
CNG
2010
MV
$73,200
12,000
6.4
22
1,875
545
$2.99
$5,(
2000
LD
Sprinter
2010
LD
$77,338
16,044
8.8
16
1,823
1,003
$2.99
$5,1
2000
LD
Sprinter
2010
LD
$77,338
16,116
8.8
16
1,831
1,007
$2.99
$5,'
2002
LD
Sprinter
2010
LD
$77,338
25,764
8.8
16
2,928
1,610
$2.99
$8,,
2002
LD
Sprinter
2010
LD
$77,338
22,404
8.8
16
2,546
1,400
$2.99
$7,(
2002
LD
Sprinter
2010
LD
$77,338
29,676
8.8
16
3,372
1,855
$2.59
$8,
2005
LD
Sprinter
2010
LD
$77,338
28,284
8.6
16
3,289
1,768
$2.99
$9,1
2005
LD
Sprinter
2010
LD
$77,338
27,492
8.6
16
3,197
1,718
$2.99
$9,`
2005
LD
Sprinter
2010
LD
$77,338
24,228
8.6
16
2,817
1,514
$2.99
$8,1
2005
LD
Sprinter
2010
LD
$77,338
29,820
8.6
16
3,467
1,864
$2.99
$10,:
2005
LD
Sprinter
2010
LD
$77,338
23,736
8.6
16
2,760
1,484
$2.99
$8,:
1996
LD
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2010
LD
$77,338
1,416
7.3
16
194
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$2.59
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!la time
1 min for ride, 7 rider per hour/ bus , 13 bus,
10 hours a day and 284 days
331 hours per bus annualy
4 min for ride, 4 rider per hour/ bus , 14 bus,
10 hours a day and 284 days
757 hours per bus annualy
ents/ renewables /EngineTechnologies.pdf
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$2,879,132
$2,303,306 $575,826
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No of
Vehicles
Cost
Requested
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Local Match
Annual
Ideal
Time in
Hours per
Bus
VMT Annual
Total Number
of Gallons
Annually
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Project
Year
Hybrid Phase I
10
$1,650,000
$1,320,000
$330,000
331
357,494
37,631
10
LD Phase I
3
$232,014
$185,611
$46,403
331
148,597
9,287
10
MV Phase II
2
$146,400
$117,120
$29,280
757
24,000
1,091
10
LD Phase II
11
$850,718
$680,574
$170,144
757
244,980
15,311
10
!al time
!la time
1 min for ride, 7 rider per hour/ bus , 13 bus,
10 hours a day and 284 days
331 hours per bus annualy
4 min for ride, 4 rider per hour/ bus , 14 bus,
10 hours a day and 284 days
757 hours per bus annualy
ents/ renewables /EngineTechnologies.pdf
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$2,879,132
$2,303,306 $575,826
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Appendix IV
Garage Retooling
Documentation
K. SPECIAL PURPOSE HYBRID DRIVE TOOLS (OPTION)
One (1) Control Main Filter Wrench J -45023
One (1) Diagnostic Tool
(Allison DOC" FOR AED) Software J- 46995 -A
One (1) High Impedance Digital Multimeter Kit 3 -46708
One (1) Power Adapter of TCMNCM/DPIM/ESS J -46709
One (1) CAN Adapter to 9 -pin Deutsch J -46710
One (1) Harness Assembly, TCM/DPIM/VCM J -46711
One (1) Harness Assembly, Drive Unit/ESS J -46712
One (1) Universal Electronic Breakout Box J -39700
One (I) Softing CANcard2 N -00001
One (1) ESS Installation Protection Device D -00001
One (1) DPIM Installation Protection Device D -00002
One (1) ENERGY STORAGE
Energy Storage Removal/Installation Fixture 3-46713
One (1) SAFETY
HV Gloves, Class 99 (Large) 2- 03300 -L
FOR YOUR INFORMATION, ALLISON RECOMMENDS YOU STOCK THE FOLLOWING:
E SYSTEM RECOMMENDED SERVICE PART STOCKING
Part No Part Name Units (1 -10)
29539579 Filter - Control Main 10
29541508 Kit -EV Drive Filter 10
Total for Section K: $21,826.00
GRAND TOTAL FOR ITEMS A THRU K: $45,445.00
GILLI
CORPORATION
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Appendix V
Letters of Support
Office of the Mayor
City Hall
50 West 13th Sheet
Dubuque, Iowa 52001 -4864
www.cityofdubuque.org
June 9, 2010
To Whom It May Concern:
Our organization supports the city of Dubuque's plan for a more efficient transit system.
The proposed project makes sense because it is addressing something that affects the
entire community: clean air. The revitalized transit system will connect new fuel
efficient/low emission and clean fuels technology with an integrated mobility
management system that will provide a sustainable solution for citizens in the Dubuque
area. With the new buses, new technology and improved service we anticipate a 25%
increase in ridership.
Our commitment to sustainability has helped attract a major international employer —
IBM- to our downtown. Other major employers, such as Hormel, have located in our
industrial park. Our challenge now is to best connect residential, commercial and
industrial parts of town in ways that allow our residents to not have to depend on cars —
lessening our dependence on fossil fuels, reduction air emissions and traffic congestion.
This grant will allow us to do that.
The projects discussed in the application would be the first steps in a comprehensive
revitalization of Dubuque's public transit service which would significantly enhance the
livability of the City by improving the connectivity of the Dubuque area and increasing
the comfort and convenience for users. When the overall system is developed the
result will be an efficient transit system that fits in with the community's ongoing
sustainability efforts, and will meet the changing needs of the community.
The city of Dubuque supports this project by committing the local match of over
$621,000. I urge your support in Dubuque's efforts to be a cleaner, healthier, more
livable place by helping to better connect our neighborhoods, developments, services
and employers.
Sincerely,
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yor Roy Buol
THE CITY OF ( °
DU Bt Jai E
Service People Integrity Responsibility Innovation Teamwork
Black Hi Ns Energy
June 1, 2010
To Whom It May Concern:
1015 Cedar Cross Rd
Dubuque. lA 52003
Our organization supports the city of Dubuque's plan for a more efficient transit system. The
proposed project makes sense because it is addressing something that affects the entire
community: clean air. The revitalized transit system will connect new fuel efficient /low
emission and clean fuels technology with an integrated mobility management system that will
provide a sustainable solution for citizens in the Dubuque area.
Black Hills Energy electric and natural gas service to over 600,000 customers in Colorado, Iowa,
Kansas and Nebraska. The company's non - regulated businesses generate wholesale electricity,
produce natural gas, oil and coal, and market energy. We partner to produce results that
improve life with energy. We are excited to work with the city of Dubuque on their Eco- Transit
project and support the City's plan to convert some of their existing fleet to CNG vehicles since
we are considering a possible change to this technology for our own fleet.
The projects discussed in the application would be the first steps in a comprehensive
revitalization of Dubuque's public transit service which would significantly enhance the livability
of the City by improving the connectivity of the Dubuque area and increasing the comfort and
convenience for users. When the overall system is developed the result will be an efficient
transit system that fits in with the community's ongoing sustainability efforts, and will meet the
changing needs of the community.
I urge your support in Dubuque's efforts to be a cleaner, healthier, more livable place by
helping to better connect our neighborhoods, developments, services and employers.
Sincerely,
Pcica
Mark Ernst
Manager, Eastern Iowa Operations
a Mixed Sources
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Improving life with energy
www.blackhillsenergy.com
2.1 a ,,, DUBUQUE BANK
June 7, 2010
Dubuque Bank and Trust supports revitalized transit system
To Whom It May Concern:
Dubuque Bank and Trust supports the city's plan for a more efficient public transit system. The
proposed project is significant because it addresses something that impacts the entire
community: clean air. The revitalized transit system will connect new fuel efficient /low
emission and clean fuels technology with an integrated mobility management system that will
provide a sustainable solution for citizens in the greater Dubuque area.
Sustainability is at the heart of DB &T and its parent company Heartland Financial USA, Inc.
Together they employ more than 400 people downtown and both DB &T and Heartland continue
to incorporate sustainability into daily operations. A more "green" transit system will help us
preserve the environment while reaching our own sustainability goals. With that in mind, we'll
strongly encourage our staff to utilize the mobility management solutions software to explore
possible carpooling opportunities.
The projects discussed in the application would be the first steps of a comprehensive
revitalization of Dubuque's public transit service. This will significantly enhance the livability of
the city by improving the connectivity of the greater Dubuque area while also increasing the
comfort and convenience for users. When the overall system is developed, the result will be an
efficient transit system that is in line with the community's ongoing sustainability efforts and
will meet the changing needs of the community.
I urge you to support Dubuque's efforts to be a cleaner, healthier, more livable community by
helping to better connect our neighborhoods, developments, services and employers.
Sincerely,
(66 7
AND TRUST
Bret Tuley
Vice President, Operations and \Finance
Dubuque Bank and Trust
(563) 584-2547
btuley @dubuquebank.com
1398 Central Averue. R0 Box 778 1 Dubuque, Iowa 5200 -0778 P 563.989.2000 1 F 583589.2098 800.397.2000 (v.,v €t
EAST CENTRAL INTERGOVERNMENTAL ASSOCIATION
A Regional Response to Local Needs
June 8, 2010
To Whom It May Concern:
I am writing this letter on behalf of Dubuque Metropolitan Area Transportation Study (DMATS)
the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) for the Dubuque region to express support for
the Clean Fuel Grant being submitted under competitive grant funding.
Dubuque has an aging bus fleet with many buses nearing the end of their useful life. The current
bus system emits far more pollutants than new electric hybrid buses and is not appropriately
sized for the new service routes. The revitalized transit system will connect new fuel
efficient /low emission and clean fuels technology with an integrated mobility management
system that will provide a sustainable solution for citizens in the Dubuque area.
This application's approval would allow the City of Dubuque to replace aging bus fleet with new
electric hybrid vehicles helping to improve service for employers, commercial developments,
residential neighborhoods and transit oriented developments. Significantly, this application's
approval would help to encourage ridership, reduce emissions and create a user friendly system.
Dubuque was recently recognized by US DOT Secretary Ray LaHood as a community working
to create more sustainable and affordable transportation options for its citizens. In addition, IBM
Smarter Planet selected Dubuque, Iowa to be its Smarter City model in the United States. All of
our focus on energy conservation would be significantly and positively impacted through a
strong transit system.
This project is strongly supported by those in our community and so we respectfully urge you to
consider the benefits it will confer when evaluating this application.
Sincerey,
D �
Roy IY!Buol
Mayor, City of Dubuque
Chair, DMATS Policy Board
7600 Commerce Park
Dubuque, IA 52002
PHONE (56.3)556 -4166 IOWA ONLY (800) 942 -4648 FAX (563) 556 -0348 E-MAIL ecia @ecia.org WEB SITE www.ecia.org
• Dubuque Metropolitan Area Transportation Study • Eastern Iowa Development Corporation •
• Eastern Iowa Regional Utility Services System • Eastern Iowa Regional Housing Authority • ECIA Business Growth, Inc. •
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June 1, 2010
To Whom It May Concern:
Our urganiiation supports the city of Dubuque's plan for a more efficient transit system. The
proposed project makes sense because it is addressing something that affects the entire
community: clean air. The revitalized transit system will connect new fuel efficient /low
emission and clean fuels technology with an integrated mobility management system that will
provide a sustainable solution for citizens in the Dubuque area.
The Region 8 Regional Transit Authority is excited about the opportunity to partner with
KeyLine transit to create a more efficient blended transit system providing more flexibility for
our customers and ultimately reducing our carbon footprint. Three key principles of the RTA are
to: identify and respond to unmet needs; avoid duplication of services; and to meet the needs
of the neediest citizens such as disabled adults, frail elderly, children, and the poor. RTA
provides service to the cities and rural areas of Delaware, Dubuque and Jackson Counties.
I also see value in the mobility management system in that we will utilize this software in
helping our customers. With a diverse range of transportation and mobility needs, services
must be coordinated amongst a variety of modes. A mobility management system will allow
providers and consumers a clearinghouse to respond to unmet needs and avoid duplication of
services.
The, projects discussed in the application would be the first steps in a comprehensive
revitalization of Dubuque's public transit service which would significantly enhance the livability
of the City by improving the connectivity of the Dubuque area and increasing the comfort and
convenience for users. When the overall system is developed the result will be an efficient
transit system that fits in with the community's ongoing sustainability efforts, and will meet the
changing needs of the community.
I urge your support in Dubuque's efforts to be a cleaner, healthier, more livable place by
helping to better connect our neighborhoods, developments, services and employers.
EAST CENTRAL INTERGOVERNMENTAL ASSOCIATION
A Regional Response to Local Needs
Mark Munson
Director of Transit Operations
7600 Commerce Park
Dubuque, IA 52002
PHONE (563) 556 -4166 IOWA ONLY (800) 942 -4648 FAX (563) 556 -0348 E -MAIL ecia@ecia.org WEB SITE www.ecia.org
• Dubuque Metropolitan Area Transportation Study • Eastem Iowa Development Corporation •
• Eastern Iowa Regional Utility Services System • Eastern Iowa Regional Housing Authority • ECIA Business Growth, Inc. •
• Region. I- Emnioyment and Trainina • ECIA Reaional Planning Affiliation • Region 8 Regional Transit Authority •
t Merc yMEDICAL CENTER
DUBUQUE
.1 m, hrda, o( .&1') Health kkri,o,R
June 8, 2010
Juan Morrison
Office of Program Management
Department of Transportation
Federal Transit Administration
Dear Mr. Morrison:
I am writing to convey Mercy Medical Center's support for the grant requested by the East
Central Intergovernmental Association in Dubuque for the purpose of developing a more
efficient and sustainable public transit system. Under this project, Keyline Transit in Dubuque
would acquire 26 new clean -fuel and hybrid technology vehicles that are more appropriately
sized for the comfort and needs of our riders.
A ;Magnet Hospital
Mercy Medical Center employs about 1,300 people in the Dubuque area. The proposed project
is highly consistent with our mission of promoting the well -being of people in the communities
we serve. The project is also in line with our values of stewardship (including environmental
stewardship) and concern for those who are poor, many of whom rely on Keyline Transit as the
primary means of affordable transportation in our community.
250 Mercy Drive
Dubuque, Iowa 52001
568.580.8000
This project makes sense from a public health standpoint because it will enable us to improve air
quality by reducing overall emissions and maintaining the National Ambient Air Quality
Standards for ozone and carbon monoxide. The goal is a revitalized transit system that connects
clean fuels technology with an integrated mobility management system to provide a sustainable
solution for citizens in the Dubuque area.
I respectfully request your support of Dubuque's efforts to be a cleaner, healthier, more livable
place by helping to better connect our neighborhoods, developments, services, and employers.
Sincerely,
/`/ t., /-
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Russell M. Knight
President /CEO
LORAS COLLEGE
1450 Alta Vista 1 P.O. Box 178 1 Dubuque, IA 52004 -0178 1 (563) 588 -7100 1 www.loras.edu
June 7, 2010
To Whom It May Concern:
Loras College supports the City of Dubuque's plan for a more efficient transit system.
The proposed project makes sense because it is addressing something that affects the
entire community: clean air. The revitalized transit system will connect new fuel
efficient/low emission and clean fuels technology with an integrated mobility
management system that will provide a sustainable solution for citizens in the Dubuque
area.
Loras College employs 400 individuals and serves nearly 1600 students in Dubuque,
Iowa. Many students come to Loras from Chicago and Eastern Iowa and do not have
personal vehicles, which makes local and regional transit options very appealing. In an
effort to continue to encourage sustainable forms of transit for members of our
community, we will make our employees and students aware of the public transit and the
mobility management system.
The projects discussed in the application would be the first steps in a comprehensive
revitalization of Dubuque's public transit service which would significantly enhance the
livability of the City by improving the connectivity of the Dubuque area and increasing
the comfort and convenience for users. When the overall system is developed the result
will be an efficient transit system that fits in with the community's ongoing sustainability
efforts, and will meet the changing needs of the community. I urge your support in
Dubuque's efforts to be a cleaner, healthier, more livable place by helping to better
connect our neighborhoods, developments, services and employers.
Sincerely,
Lisa Bunders
Vice - President of Enrollment Management
*Heartland
FINANCIAL USA, INC.
June 7, 2010
Heartland supports Dubuque's plan for revitalized transit system
To Whom It May Concern:
Heartland Financial USA, Inc. supports the City of Dubuque's plan for a more efficient public
transit system. The proposed project is significant because it addresses something that impacts
the entire community: clean air. The revitalized transit system will connect new fuel
efficient /low emission and clean fuels technology with an integrated mobility management
system that will provide a sustainable solution for citizens in the greater Dubuque area.
Sustainability is at the heart of Heartland, which has been recognized for its socially responsible
investment practices such as the historic preservation of the Walsh Building in the heart of
downtown Dubuque. Heartland and its flagship company, Dubuque Bank and Trust, employ
more than 400 people downtown and both Heartland and DB &T continue to incorporate
sustainability into daily operations. A more "green" transit system will help us preserve the
environment while reaching our own sustainability goals. With that in mind, we'll strongly
encourage our staff to utilize the mobility management solutions software to explore possible
carpooling opportunities.
The projects discussed in the application would be the first steps of a comprehensive
revitalization of Dubuque's public transit service. This will significantly enhance the livability of
the city by improving the connectivity of the greater Dubuque area while also increasing the
comfort and convenience for users. When the overall system is developed, the result will be an
efficient transit system that is in line with the community's ongoing sustainability efforts and
will meet the changing needs of the community
I urge you to support Dubuque's efforts to be a cleaner, healthier, more livable community by
helping to better connect our neighborhoods, developments, services and employers.
Sincerely,
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Nelson Klavitter
Senior Vice President Operations
Heartland Financial USA, Inc.
(563) 589 -2158
nklavitter @htlf.com
E i94 (:entr.I Avenue
1',t t. Box �R
Dubuque, IA 520(1t -t� - 8
I']i'ne: t56.j(5S) -?(14
Fax: t>()it 589-10 11
June 1, 2010
To Whom It May Concern:
Our organization supports the city of Dubuque's plan for a more efficient transit
system. The proposed project makes sense because it is addressing something
that affects the entire community: clean air. The revitalized transit system will
connect new fuel efficient /low emission and clean fuels technology with an
integrated mobility management system that will provide a sustainable solution
for citizens in the Dubuque area.
The Historic Millwork District buildings that we are developing will be showcases
of livability in many ways. They will not only reduce impact on the environment
through energy efficiency retrofits, but will have significant economic benefits
while providing workforce housing, retail, office and community space. Our
buildings are located just blocks from many major employers in our downtown.
And many of our anticipated tenants are young professionals who may prefer
the option of living without a car.
Our company has invested tremendous amounts of time, effort and finances in
preparation of our Millwork District projects because we believe it will make
Dubuque a better, more attractive place. It is a prime example of the City's
commitment to sustainability and livability, and we believe it will help attract
more jobs to Dubuque.
The projects discussed in the application would be the first steps in a
comprehensive revitalization of Dubuque's public transit service which would
significantly enhance the livability of the City by improving the connectivity of
the Dubuque area and increasing the comfort and convenience for users. When
the overall system is developed the result will be an efficient transit system that
fits in with the community's ongoing sustainability efforts, and will meet the
changing needs of the community.
I urge your support in Dubuque's efforts to be a cleaner, healthier, more livable
place by helping to better connect our neighborhoods, developments, services
and employers.
Sincerely,
Joh N. Gronen
Gr nen Properties
PO bOX 1862 • DUSUQUf • IOWO • 52004-1862 • PtI0flt 563.557.7010 fflX 563.690.1610
U THE FINLEY
I HOSPITAL
IOWA HEALTH Svsrrm
June 7, 2010
To Whom It May Concern:
35(1 N. Gn \NnvIl w A\'i- LI
lltnst;Qui low.‘ 52001
563 - 582 -1881 or 1 800 -582 -18411
wwyk- litticyhuspitaLurg
The Finley Hospital supports the city of Dubuque's plan for a more efficient transit system. The
proposed project makes sense because it is addressing something that affects the entire
community: clean air. The revitalized transit system will connect new fuel efficient /low
emission and clean fuels technology with an integrated mobility management system that will
provide a sustainable solution for citizens in the Dubuque area.
The Finley Hospital employs 900 individuals in Dubuque, IA. At Finley, we offer comprehensive
healthcare utilizing the most advanced technology in a comfortable and caring atmosphere. The Finley
Hospital holds accreditation from The Joint Commission and is licensed by the State of Iowa. Finley is a
not - for - profit, community owned and controlled, regional healthcare facility. As a healthcare provider
in the Dubuque area, we see great public health benefit in improving air quality through the proposed
projects. We also will encourage our staff to utilize the mobility management solutions software to
explore possible carpooling opportunities in the community.
The projects discussed in the application would be the first steps in a comprehensive
revitalization of Dubuque's public transit service which would significantly enhance the livability
of the City by improving the connectivity of the Dubuque area and increasing the comfort and
convenience for users. When the overall system is developed the result will be an efficient
transit system that fits in with the community's ongc,ng sustainability efforts, and will meet the
changing needs of the community.
I urge your support in Dubuque's efforts to be a cleaner, healthier, more livable place by
helping to better connect our neighborhoods, developments, services and employers.
Sincerely,
John W. Ditmar
Director, Materials Management, Chairperson of Finley Hospital Green Team
June 9, 2010
To Whom It May Concern:
Our organization supports the city of Dubuque's plan for a more efficient transit system.
The proposed project makes sense because it is addressing something that affects the
entire community: clean air. The revitalized transit system will connect new fuel
efficient/low emission and clean fuels technology with an integrated mobility
management system that will provide a sustainable solution for citizens in the Dubuque
area.
DuRide, an area transit provider for the 65+ population, has been assisting in alleviating
the strain on the paratransit service for non ADA passengers. DuRide supports this
project as it will also provide the mobility management solutions software and identify
them as an alternative to the Keyline transit system and give consumers another option
in the region.
The projects discussed in the application would be the first steps in a comprehensive
revitalization of Dubuque's public transit service which would significantly enhance the
livability of the City by improving the connectivity of the Dubuque area and increasing
the comfort and convenience for users. When the overall system is developed the
result will be an efficient transit system that fits in with the community's ongoing
sustainability efforts, and will meet the changing needs of the community.
I urge your support in Dubuque's efforts to be a cleaner, healthier, more livable place by
helping to better connect our neighborhoods, developments, services and employers.
Deb Pic - Deutmeyer
Program Manager
DuRide
D
June 1, 2010
To Whom It May Concern:
WILMAC PROPERTY COMPANY
801 Jackson Street
Dubuque, Iowa 52001
Wilmac Property Company strongly supports the city of Dubuque's efforts to make a more
efficient transit system. The proposed project makes sense because it is addressing some-
thing that affects the entire community: clean air. The revitalized transit system will connect
new fuel efficient/low emission and clean fuels technology with an integrated mobility
management system that will provide a sustainable solution for citizens of Dubuque.
The Historic Millwork District buildings that I am developing will be showcases of
sustainability and livability in many ways. They will not only reduce the environmental
impact but will have significant economic benefits while providing both low- income and
luxury housing as well as retail, office and community space. Many of the people we antici-
pate living there are young professionals who may prefer the option of living without a car
and choose transit as a means of traveling in the community.
I continue to invest a great deal of money in the Millwork District because I believe it will
make Dubuque a better, more attractive place. It is a prime example of the City's commit-
ment to sustainability and livability and I believe it will help attract more jobs to Dubuque.
The projects discussed in the application would be the first steps in a comprehensive revital-
ization of Dubuque's public transit service which would significantly enhance the livability
of the City by improving the connectivity of the Dubuque area and increasing the comfort
and convenience for users. When the overall system is developed the result will be an
efficient transit system that fits in with the community's ongoing sustainability efforts, and
will meet the changing needs of the community.
urge your support in Dubuque's efforts to be a cleaner, healthier, more livable place by
helping to better connect our neighborhoods, developments, services and employers.
Sincerely,
m McNamara
k'ilmac Property Company
Wilmacwarehouse.com
563 - 556 -8881 ❖ wilmacwarehouse.com
Th
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Appendix VI
LRTP Documentation
Projects
Based on the identified issues and on the Transit Integration Study, the following projects have been identified. Costs, in so far as they are available, are
based on the cost estimates prepared in the Transit Integration Study by Carter Goble Associates. The following describes proposed projects and
operational changes in the Dubuque Metropolitan Area.
1. Vehicle Replacement
It is anticipated that Keyline Transit will replace vehicles on a rotating, 10 -year schedule. Total cost every 10 years of the anticipated vehicle replacement
is $1.475 million based on 2000 vehicle costs.
2. Keyline Route Changes
Several changes are proposed to the Keyline Transit fixed -route structure. One change proposed is that Keyline Transit's fixed -route vehicles would
operate in a route deviation mode. In this mode, the vehicles would be allowed to deviate from the established route to pick -up /drop -off passengers
at their door who could not travel to the nearest bus stop themselves. This would allow the more cost efficient fixed -route system to absorb some of
the transit demand currently served by the on- demand system and would also improve customer convenience. If time testing results indicate that it
could be done, Keyline Transit may choose to operate any or all of its fixed- routes in route deviation mode.
In addition, changes are proposed in several of Keyline Transit routes including the Red line, Green line, and Grey line. The consultant study
also proposed dropping the Orange line and replacing it with a new route to be called the Westside Circulator.
3. Neighborhood Shuttle Service
The consultant study recommends the development of a neighborhood shuttle service. In this service a vehicle would be available in particular
locations on a scheduled basis. Patrons would call to schedule at- the -door pick -up during that time window. The shuttle would then transport
the patrons to the nearest fixed - route stop or to their destination depending on customer characteristics. The neighborhood shuttle service is
initially proposed to be tested in the Mt. Carmel/Technology Park area that is currently served by the Orange line.
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Appendix VII
Line Item Budget
Phase
Description
Federal Share (80 %)
Local Share from city of Dubuque (20 %)
I
Replacing 10 Heavy Duty Diesel Vehicles
with 10 Medium Duty New Hybrid Diesel
Vehicles with Particulate Filter
$1,320,000
$330,000
Replacing 3 Heavy Duty Vehicles with 3 Light
Duty Vehicles
$185,611
$46,403
Green Ride Software (Includes carpool
software, trip planner)
$66,320
$16,580
Implementation of Green Ride Software
$30,000
$20,000
Equipment to retool Keyline garage
$36,356
$9,089
II
Replacing 2 Light Duty Diesel Vehicles with 2
New CNG fueled Mini Vans with Particulate
Filter
$117,120
$29,280
Replacing 11 Light Duty Diesel Vehicles
with 11 New Light Duty Diesel Vehicles with
Particulate Filters
$680,574
$170,144
Total
$2,435,981
$621,496
Budget
City of Dubuque KeyLine Transit State of Good Repair Grant Application
Applicant Information
FTA ID number: 1832
Cindy Steinhauser, Assistant City Manager
50 West 13th Street,
Dubuque, Iowa 52001
Phone: 563 -589 -4110
Fax: 563 -589 -4149
csteinha@cityofdubuque.org
Iowa's 1 Congressional District
Summary
KeyLine and its local partners in the Dubuque area will use $4,103,290 of federal money,
matched by $1,025,822 of local dollars to purchase buses and ITS equipment. All this
will be done with the intent of reducing cost and environmental impacts and increasing
ridership, efficiencies and community livability.
Background
KeyLine provides a safe, timely, and comfortable public transportation choice for citizens
within the Dubuque city limits to and from their destinations on a fixed route system as
well as utilizing mini -buses for paratransit services. Fixed route service provides
transportation to Dubuque citizens so that they may access various services, shopping,
entertainment, community functions, and employment opportunities within the city. The
mini -bus promotes independence for seniors and persons with disabilities by providing
Origin to Destination transportation and passenger assistance when accessing the demand
response service. Fixed route hours of service are from 6:00 a.m. to 6:20 p.m., Monday
through Friday and from 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Saturday. Mini -bus hours of service
mirror the fixed route schedules as required under the American Disabilities Act. (Refer
to Appendix I illustrating the KeyLine service area.)
Description of area served by KeyLine Transit — Dubuque County is located in eastern
Iowa bounded by the Mississippi River. The county covers a total land area of 620
square miles. The county seat is the City of Dubuque which lies at the junction of three
states — Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin. Dubuque County has an approximate population
of 93,285 people (2007 estimate). The overall population density is approximately 151
persons per square mile. The City of Dubuque's population is estimated at 57,313 (2007
estimate). The City of Dubuque serves as the main educational, industrial, tourism, and
cultural center for the region. Other communities in the Dubuque metropolitan area
include Dyersville, Asbury, Farley, Peosta, Epworth and Cascade.
The Dubuque metro area is comprised of a variety of neighborhoods of various types and
densities, including downtown commercial, clustered medical and shopping areas,
historic residential neighborhoods, and new construction on the west end. KeyLine
Transit connects all of these areas, and provides vital connections as part of a Long -
Range Transportation Plan and in coordination with other forms of transportation
including private vehicle, bike trails, and pedestrian corridors.
Partners in regional transit services include the Regional Transit Authority (RTA) and the
Dubuque Public School District.
KeyLine Existing Fleet Information and Fleet Management Plan and employee
information as well as information on KeyLine's partners can be found in Appendix II.
KeyLine Transit is technically, legally, and financially capable of implementing the
proposed project. The KeyLine Transit System is administered by a Transit Manager
who reports to the City of Dubuque Economic Development Director and City Manager.
Policy is provided by the Dubuque City Council acting on the advice of the Dubuque
Transit Trustee Board. This year service management of the system was contracted to
the East Central Intergovernmental Agency (ECIA), and therefore the Transit Manager is
employed by ECIA. ECIA also operates the Regional Transit Authority (RTA) mini-
buses, and by bringing both city and regional transit networks under one operator there
will be improved efficiencies and coordination. The total KeyLine revenue in FY2009
was $2,299,147. In addition to this revenue, mini -bus fares totaled an additional $62,351.
Property tax revenues account for 44% of the total revenue, $1,008,471 annually.
KeyLine provides 335,632 rides per year both fixed route and paratransit according to
FY2009 statistics. Of those rides 33% were to elderly citizens and 30% were to disabled
citizens and 15% are students.
Project information
Background
Since 2006 Dubuque has had a full scale commitment to becoming a national leader in
sustainability, and international technology giant IBM has cited this focus as a reason for
locating a 1,300- employee global services delivery center in downtown and naming
Dubuque its first "Smarter City" in North America. As part of this commitment to
sustainability and livability Dubuque is emphasizing transit and mobility throughout the
community with strategic updates to the public transportation system with new buses,
technology, routes and facilities. These improvements will increasingly serve the over
$150 million in investments in Transit Oriented Developments planned or already under
construction in town, the largest of which — the Historic Millwork District — has received
national attention for its emphasis on livability.
When the City Council identified a comprehensive analysis of the public transportation
system as a Top Priority in 2009, the City commissioned LSC Transportation Consultants
to perform an operational analysis of the Dubuque KeyLine system. Their final
recommendations were presented to the City Council in December 2009 and the Council
accepted the plan at their first meeting in 2010. Among the LSC findings were a need for
new routes and more flexible service, replacement buses that are "right- sized" to match
the demand and new technology that will increase the convenience for current KeyLine
riders and result in thousands of new riders.
Unfortunately, Dubuque has been notified that its air quality has dropped to levels that
threaten to classify the region as being in "non- attainment" for the National Ambient Air
Quality Standards for PM2.5 by the Environmental Protection Agency. This reduced air
quality threatens not only public health but also the regional economy since a non-
attainment designation could limit economic development. Dubuque is doing everything
it can to proactively improve the quality of the air; a cleaner and more efficient transit
fleet could contribute significantly to air quality improvements and the new, clean hybrid
buses would be a very visible symbol of the City's commitment to sustainability.
Scope of the project
Through this program Dubuque's KeyLine Transit will purchase 26 new and
appropriately sized buses, and add new ITS technology. RTA would replace eight buses
and the school district would replace 10 vehicles. These projects would be the first steps
in a comprehensive revitalization of Dubuque's public transit services which would
significantly enhance the livability of the city by improving the connectivity of
Dubuque's vibrant downtown, distinct existing neighborhoods, new residential
developments, and industrial and commercial developments as well as increasing the
comfort and convenience for users. This project would also begin to build a partnership
between the City and the Dubuque Community School District as we seek to develop a
more complete, integrated transportation system in the Dubuque area, one that
incorporates inter- and intra -city buses, the school system as well as other transportation
providers.
There are three elements to this project — new buses (for KeyLine, the school district and
RTA), and new ITS equipment for KeyLine.
1. KeyLine will replace 26 total vehicles. Ten of these are heavy duty fixed
route buses, six of which are three decades old. These ten buses will be
replaced with 10 medium duty diesel electric hybrids equipped with
particulate filters. (The addition of hybrids will require the purchase of new
special purpose hybrid drive tools, included in Appendix IV.) Another three
heavy duty buses will be replaced with light duty buses. Eleven light duty
vehicles will be replaced with new light duty vehicles. Two light duty
vehicles will be replaced with compressed natural gas (CNG) minivans.
These replacements will implement LSC's recommendations for right- sizing
KeyLine vehicles and better allow for the implementation of more flexible
demand- response routes in upcoming years. The average vehicle in
Dubuque's transit fleet is 10 years old and the fleet as a whole is in very poor
condition. According to the American Public Transportation Association's
2009 Fact Book, the average bus used in public transportation in the U.S. is
7.5 years old, making Dubuque's buses 33% older than the national average.
Please reference the replacement schedule and vehicle information table in
Appendix III.
2. KeyLine will purchase ITS equipment. This equipment will greatly increase
the convenience for riders as they will have available to them real time
knowledge of the arrival and departure times for KeyLine buses.
KeyLine will use satellite technology and advanced computer modeling to
track vehicles on their routes. Each vehicle will be fitted with a GPS tracking
system. KeyLine has the GPS satellite capabilities, but have not purchased or
implemented the use of the mobile data terminals.
Through this project, mobile data terminals will be purchased for the entire
KeyLine fleet. Twenty -two display boards will be purchased for the transit
stops in the KeyLine system. Software will be purchased to enable the system
to interface with wireless devices used by KeyLine riders and integrated with
the existing GPS system. (Refer to the Line Item Budget in Appendix IV for
additional information on the costs, hardware and software required for this
system.) The GPS system will take into account the actual position of the
transit vehicles, their intended stops, and the typical traffic patterns, and
estimate vehicle arrivals with a high degree of accuracy. This estimate is
updated continuously. The predictions are then made available on the internet
and to wireless devices including signs at transit stops and businesses, and
through smart phones. Conditions can change rapidly with a transit system;
with the implementation of this ITS system, customers will have access to the
most current information available.
The ITS real time displays will be strategically located throughout the city of
Dubuque to receive the most visibility. Initially, they will be placed at the bus
transfer locations, parking ramps, the two hospitals, three medical clinics, and
four colleges in Dubuque — Loras College (enrollment: 1,683), Clarke College
(enrollment: 1,230), University of Dubuque (enrollment: 1,600), and
Northeast Iowa Community College (enrollment: 4,800). They will also be
located at major downtown employers such as McKesson, IBM, and
Prudential and at the IowaWorks office, Department of Human Services, and
Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque. The display board will be in
accessible locations for the 9,000 downtown employees and the thousands of
visitors who come to Dubuque to experience tourist sites including the Port of
Dubuque and the National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium.
Other locations for ITS displays will be Dubuque's business parks: Dubuque
Industrial Center West (1,249 employees) and Dubuque Technology Park
(765 employees).
The addition of the ITS system will enhance the KeyLine services by reducing
route headways and wait times. This change in the way service is provided
addresses a significant public motivation issue that will encourage consumers
to utilize public transportation instead of their personal vehicle. The new
technology combined with reduced waits for fixed route will help make the
transit system more efficient and convenient and will attract more ridership,
removing a significant number of personal automobiles from the road on a
daily basis. According to the recent study completed by LSC, ITS - related
improvements such as the real time arrival and departure information using
shelter signs along with other service improvements can increase ridership by
approximately 25 %. This equates to an estimated ridership increase in
Dubuque of approximately 83,000 more rides per year for KeyLine. We
estimate that ridership will increase 11% solely through the installment of the
ITS and purchase of the new, cleaner, right sized buses and that this figure
will rise to reach the 25% figure once the improved routes and service begin
in subsequent years. Based on data from the Dubuque Metropolitan
Transportation Study Model, the 25% increase in ridership will decrease CO
emissions by almost 192,000 kg annually. The additional riders on hybrid
buses will drop emissions an estimated 97% compared to having those same
riders driving their cars.
IBM has made Dubuque its first North American Smarter City. As part of this
designation they will be doing a comprehensive analysis of vehicle miles
traveled in the city (along with analysis of electricity, natural gas and water
consumption) to better understand how energy is used in Dubuque. The ITS
technologies will allow an integration into IBM's programs — allowing for a
fuller, more complete picture of the movement of people throughout Dubuque.
3. The Dubuque Community School District will be a sub - recipient of $640,000
for 10 replacement buses. These buses will include five 65 passenger buses,
four 48 passenger buses and one handicapped lift bus. These 10 buses are
those slated for replacement in 2011 in the district's bus management plan in
Appendix III. The school district is a significant provider of transportation
services throughout the community and by including them in this grant we
hope to take steps toward better integrating transit amongst all providers.
4. RTA will be a sub - recipient of $494,963 for replacing 8 light duty diesel
buses with new light duty buses with particulate filters. The RTA is the
provider of public transit services throughout the regional area, including
Dubuque, Delaware and Jackson Counties.
The RTA was formed in 1978 as a 501(c)(3) to help the elderly, disabled,
youth and low income citizens access critical services like healthcare,
counseling, nutrition, childcare, education and employment. RTA is part of a
statewide network of 35 systems serving all 99 counties. The RTA is
governed by a board composed of the elected county officials of Delaware,
Dubuque and Jackson counties. The RTA contracts with the East Central
Intergovernmental Association (ECIA) to perform services and manage
operations. The RTA manages a fleet of 30 light duty buses. RTA provides
179,000 annual passenger trips serving over 2,500 individuals in the three -
county region. To expedite planning and provide consumer and contractor
feedback, the RTA utilizes the planning services of ECIA and a variety of
voluntary committees. To expedite customer service, the Agency maintains
offices in Dubuque, Manchester and Maquoketa.
The purpose of the RTA is to provide transportation services so that all
citizens have access to critical services such as work, education, healthcare,
training, nutrition and socialization. Three key principles of RTA are to
identify and respond to unmet community needs and to avoid duplication of
services. RTA focuses on meeting the needs of the most needy among us
including disabled adults, elderly, children and the poor. For over 30 years,
RTA has provided an evolving mix of transportation services. As services
evolved, the RTA recognized ever more clearly its primary mission to
enhance the quality of life for our citizens by connecting them as efficiently
and effectively as possible medical services, education, employment,
childcare, and nutrition services.
These elements — new buses for the City, school district, and RTA and new ITS
technology — would form the backbone for a much improved transit system and would
begin to allow for the implementation of improved transit routes, such as those
recommended by the LSC study, in the near future.
When the new buses, technology and routes are all combined the result will be a cleaner,
more efficient and more comfortable transit system that fits in with the community's
ongoing sustainability efforts, and that will meet the changing needs of the community.
It will serve as a model for the thousands of other smaller urban communities in the
United States with populations below 200,000 that are also facing aging and inefficient
transit fleets.
Based on modeling of the expected 10 year life of the entire project we estimate the total
benefits of the project to be over $35 million. These benefits are broken down in the
table below.
Gas savings
Emission savings by changing Fleet
Emission savings by increase in
ridership
Health Benefits
Maintenance savings
Total
$3,259,123
$26,537,440
$2,820,124
$833,000
$1,762,106
$35,211,793
With a total project cost of just over $5,129,112 the benefit to cost ratio is a very
favorable 6.9 to 1.
Evaluation Criteria
1) Planning and prioritization at the local/regional level
This project is consistent with local transit priorities and the
recommendations of the LSC Transportation Consultants KeyLine
Comprehensive Operation Analysis. The City Council has made improved
public transportation one of five "high priority" items on its 2009 -2011
policy agenda and among the five items on its five year goals list are "a
diverse, strong economy," "sustainable city," "planned and managed
growth," and "improved transportation connectivity" all of which are
closely connected to an efficient, effective public transportation system.
The Dubuque Metropolitan Area Transportation Study (DMATS), the
regional MPO, endorses the project, and the project is consistent with the
long range plan. Many others, including the developers of new Transit
Oriented Developments downtown and elsewhere in town also support the
project (See Appendix V for letters of support) and the local match is
available in the capital budget. The proposal was developed in coordination
with other entities engaged in transit services including RTA (also managed
by ECIA) and the community school district.
2) Project is ready to implement
a. Environmental work
No environmental work will be required.
b. Project implementation plans are complete
ITS and bus suppliers are identified.
c. TIP /STIP can be amended (evidenced by MPO /State endorsement)
KeyLine works very closely with the Dubuque Metropolitan Transportation
Study (DMATS), the MPO for the region. When this project is funded, the
TIP and STIP can be amended at the next DMATS meeting. The DOT is
typically updated with project information for STIP simultaneously with
DMATS Board approval. DMATS has endorsed this project. (See
Appendix V for letter of support)
d. Project funds can be obligated and the project implemented quickly
The project funds can be obligated and implementation can begin
immediately because a revitalized transit system is a priority to city
officials. The City has the local match ready for the proposed project if
funded. This project is consistent with local transit priorities and the
recommendations of the LSC Transportation Consultants KeyLine
Comprehensive Operation Analysis. The City Council has made improved
public transportation one of five "high priority" items on its 2009 -2011
policy agenda. In other words, the project is ready to go.
3) Technical, legal, and financial capacity to implement the project
KeyLine Transit is technically, legally, and financially capable of
implementing the proposed project. From 2005 to June 30, 2010, service
management of the system was contracted to First Transit. However, as of
July 1, 2010, management services will be assumed by the East Central
Intergovernmental Association located in Dubuque, with the KeyLine
Director of Transit reporting directly to the ECIA Executive Director. ECIA
has long standing partnerships with local, state and federal organizations and
staff experienced in grant writing, grant administration, financial
management, and technical analysis. Policy is provided by the Dubuque
City Council acting on the advice of the Dubuque Transit Trustee Board.
The total KeyLine revenue in FY2009 was $2,299,147. In addition to this
revenue, mini -bus fares totaled an additional $62,351. Property tax revenues
account for 44% of the total revenue, $1,008,471 annually. KeyLine
provides 335,632 rides per year both fixed route and paratransit according to
FY2009 statistics. Of those rides 33% were to elderly citizens, 30% were to
disabled citizens and 15% are students.
4) Bus project criteria
a. Age of buses relative to useful life
All of the buses to be replaced are five years old or older and past their
useful life. The average age of the KeyLine buses to be replaced is over 13
years old. The school district buses are already over 9 years old on average
and the RTA buses are over 8 years old.
b. Degree to which project addresses a demonstrated and verifiable
backlog of deferred maintenance
Due to the vehicles' age the buses demand significant investment in
maintenance just to keep them safe for operation.
c. Consistency with the proposed bus fleet management plan
The project is consistent with the bus fleet management plan. All the buses
exceed the federal replacement threshold of 4 years of age or 100,000 miles.
d. Condition and performance of the asset to be replaced
Given the age of the buses to be replaced it is not surprising that the
conditions of all the buses (KeyLine, school, and RTA) are generally poor.
As such the vehicles are high maintenance and are operating with reduced
efficiencies and much higher emissions than the buses with new cleaner
burning engines that would replace them. DOT and FTA require annual
fleet condition reports and of the 26 KeyLine buses to be replaced half (13)
of them were rated "poor" with another three in "salvage" condition.
e. Demonstrated positive impact on air quality
Based on modeling for the replacement of the KeyLine fleet alone carbon
dioxide emissions are estimated to fall by 84,000 kg annually. With the
expected increase in KeyLine ridership from anticipated improvements in
routes and new equipment our models show emissions of NOx falling by
23 %, particulate matter by 89 %, hydrocarbons by 87% and carbon
monoxide by 48% over a 10 year span. The increased mileage per gallon of
the KeyLine vehicles alone is expected to save the city $235,000 per year
with similarly large savings from the new vehicles for both the school
district and RTA.
f Degree to which the proposed project supports emerging or advanced
technologies for transit buses
The operational study completed by LSC Consultants includes a comparison
of alternative fuel options for Keyline. The advantages, disadvantages, and
potential application in the area of common fuel alternatives were examined
Compressed natural gas (CNG), liquid natural gas (LNG), methanol,
ethanol, biodiesel, hydrogen, and diesel - electric hybrid were studied. Based
on the data collected, the diesel - electric hybrid, paired with smaller diesel or
gasoline vehicles right -sized to fit the needs and demands of the system is
the best solution for our smaller urban system. The diesel - electric hybrid
has been proven to operate almost as reliably as a traditional diesel bus, uses
less fuel, and produces far fewer pollutants.
In this project KeyLine will replace 10 old diesel buses with diesel - electric
hybrids. This project will also incorporate two CNG alternative fuel
vehicles as a pilot, serving as a model for other cities of similar size to
determine the efficiency and impact of the CNG overall. Black Hills Energy
has agreed to partner with the City on the project to fuel the vehicles
because they are planning to construct a new fueling station. Black Hills is
committed to the future of CNG fuel and is enthusiastic about partnering
with the City on their CNG vehicles and the rest of the fleet. The rest of the
vehicles will all have clean diesel engines with particulate filters.
g. Project conforms to FTA's spare ratio guidelines
All the buses will replace existing vehicles so the spare ratios will not
change and will continue to be met.
5) Bus facility and equipment criteria
a. Supports emerging or advanced technologies for transit facilities and
equipment
September 1, 2010
Notice of award from Department of Transportation
September 30, 2010
Execution of a contract to purchase vehicles off available
assigned options from a DOT approved procurement
January 1, 2011
Orders for vehicles and ITS equipment placed with selected
vendors
April 1, 2011
Delivery of vehicles and ITS equipment
May 1, 2011
Post - delivery; inspections, resolution of defects, payment to
vendors
July 1, 2011
Deployment of vehicles and equipment into transit system
service area identified in grant proposal
August 1, 2011
Disposal of vehicles replaced under the grant award under the
vehicle disposal guidelines established by the DOT
September 1, 2011
Project complete
The ITS equipment purchased through this grant is advanced technology
that will make bus transportation more convenient and predictable for riders,
who will be able to access real time arrival and departure information. We
anticipate the convenience and predictability will translate into significant
increases in ridership. ITS improvements include electronic fareboxes, a
web -based real time information system and electronic information digital
displays.
Line Item Budget
A detailed budget is included in Appendix W.
Federal Amount Requested
The City of Dubuque requests $4,103,290 in federal funding.
Matching Funds
The City of Dubuque and our partners commit to funding $1,025,822 of the project. Of
this money $742,082 would come out of General Fund reserves set aside by the City
Council, $160,000 would come from the Dubuque Community School District and
$123,741 would come from RTA.
The City's audited Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for the fiscal year ending
June 30, 2009, is available online at:
http: / /www.cityofdubuque.org /archives /93/CAFR %202009.pdf
This document includes information on the City's bond rating, currently set at Aal.
Project Timeline
APPENDIX I
CURRENT KEYLINE SERVICE ROUTES
&
PROPOSED ROUTES
Keyline Transit Service
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Asbury Rd
Cha�ene,,e Rd
Asbury
Legend
Gray Line
Limited Access Gray Line
Green Line
Limited Access Green Line
- -- Trolley Route
Orange Line
Limited Access Orange Line
Red Line
Limited Access Red Line
Dubuque Transit Service Concepts
• Devadoval Steele X" Medical Loop - Deviated Route - Roads
• • Shuttle Extension 410 Rtiornbeg Ave Route Water Features
Shopping Circulator • Mt St Francis Route Dubuque Units
• Pennsylvania Ave Route • Central Ave Route
OOMM Asbury Rd Route :,: Express Route
APPENDIX II
KEYLINE FLEET MANAGEMENT PLAN AND INFORMATION
( I owa Department of Transportation
�? Form 231026wd 110 -06)
1. Provider Name: Keyline Transit
Transit System Affiliation: ® Designated Public Transit System ❑ Contractor to Designated System ❑ None
Contact Person Jon Rodocker Telephone Number 563 - 589 -4196
2. General description of Passenger Transportation Operations:
a. Type of service(s):
fixed route, paratransit, demand response
b. Groups served:
general public
c. Service area:
City of Dubuque Iowa, East Dubuque Ill
d. Service hours and days of operation:
Monday through Friday
Saturday
Sundays and holidays
e. Number of employees involved in your passenger transportation:
Administrative
Maintenance
Drivers
f. Union. Are any employee groups covered under collective bargaining agreements?
® Yes ❑ No
g. Receive public money?
El Yes No
3. Fare Structure: cash, coin, passes
PASSENGER TRANSPORTATION PROVIDER FACT SHEET
Union Teamsters
Full -time
5:55 am - 6 -30 pm
7:50 am - 5:55 pm
N/A
Part-time
Data current as of
Volunteers
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2
4
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Local ## 421
December 1, 2009
(Date)
Vehicle fleet:
Number of vehicles: Busses: 13 Vans: 13 Trucks: 1
Station Wagons: Sedans: 1 Other: 2 - Bus on Chassis Trolley
Wheelchair Spaces 58
Number of vehicles with: Wheelchair Lifts /Ramps: 29
Two -way Radios /Phones: 30
Performance: (Last Year) FY 1 9 (Current Year) FY ( 10
Actual Projected
Operating:
Passengers 335,632 342,344
Wheelchair Lift Operations Performed 63428 64000
Revenue Miles 548,122 550,000
Revenue Hours 40,820 40820
Passenger /Revenue /Mile 1.63 1.61
Passenger /Revenue /Hour 8.22 8.39
Average Daily Passenger Carried 1072 1093
Financial:
Operating Expenses 2296787 2789459
Operating Revenues 201180 205000
Capital Expenses 21274 101000
Cost/Revenue Mile 0 0
Revenue /Revenue Mile 0 0
Cost/Passenger Trip 0 0
Revenue /Passenger Trip 0 0
Cost/Revenue Hour 0 0
Revenue /Revenue Hour 0 0
Average Passenger Fare/Trip 0 0
Covers the period from:
6. Other information:
July 1, 2009 to: June 30, 2010
Vehicle:
Model Year /Body
Manufacturer and
Model
Fleet
ID
No. of Seats/
Wheelchairs
Base
Location
Assignments
No. of Hours
Per Week
Used
Is it Used
EvglWknd?
Projected
Annual Miles
1976,GMC,omnibus
2504
38 / 2
38 / 2
Dubuque
Dubuque
FR
FR
20
20
wknd
wknd
5400
5400
197/6,GMC,omnibus
2510
1979,GMC,RTS
2558
34 / 2
Dubuque
FR
70
wknd
28356
1979,GMC,RTS
2559
34 / 2
Dubuque
FR
70
wknd
31440
1981,GMC,RTS
2560
34 / 2
Dubuque
FR
70
wknd
31560
1981,GMC,RTS
2561
34 / 2
Dubuque
FR
70
wknd
28524
2002,Nova,RTS
2563
27 / 2
Dubuque
FR
70
wknd
22056
2002,Nova,RTS
2564
27 / 2
Dubuque
FR
70
wknd
31260
2002,Nova,RTS
2565
27 / 2
Dubuque
FR
70
wknd
31392
2002,Nova,RTS
2566
27 / 2
Dubuque
FR
70
wknd
30612
2002,Nova,RTS
2567
27 / 2
Dubuque
FR
70
wknd
34380
2002,Nova,RTS
2568
27 / 2
Dubuque
FR
70
wknd
27492
2003 Opti, trolley .
2580
28 / 2
Dubuque
Dubuque
FR
FR
72
72
eve,wknd
eve,wknd
5793
5793
2003 Opti, trolley
2579
28 / 2
1996,Ford,Aero
1730
3 / 1
Dubuque, E
Dubuque III
DR
10
14388
1996,Ford,E
1751
8 / 2
Dubuque,E
Dubuque I11
DR
50
18564
2002,Ford,E
2578
16 / 2
Dubuque
DR
50
wknd
24420
1995,Ford,E
2581
16 / 1
Dubuque
DR
30
wknd
9204
1995,Ford,E
2582
16 / 1
Dubuque
DR
40
wknd
21048
2005,Ford,E
2583
16 / 4
Dubuque
DR
50
wknd
24072
2005,Ford,E
2584
16 / 4
Dubuque
DR
50
wknd
26352
2005,Ford,E
2585
16 / 4
Dubuque
DR
50
wknd
28308
2005 Ford,E
2586
16 / 4
Dubuque
Dubuque
Dr
DR
50
50
wknd
wknd
28248
29172
" ' 2005,Ford,E
2587
16 / 4
2000, Ford, E
2503
16 / 2
Dubuque
DR
40
wknd
16044
200, Ford, E
2505
16 / 2
Dubuque
DR
40
wknd
16166
2000, Int
2500
27 / 2
Dubuque
FR
72
Wknd
41872
Transportation Provider: Keyline Transit City Of Dubuque
FLEET UTILIZATION ANALYSIS
Date Prepared: December I, 2009
APPENDIX III
BUS REPLACEMENT SCHEDULE
Vehicle:
Model Year /Body
Manufacturer/
Model
Fleet
ID
-- • '
No. of Seats/
Wheelchairs
Vehicle
Equipment
Previously
Rehabbed
Mileage as of
6 -- 30 - 9
Current
FY 10
Proposed Work
FY 11 FY 12 FY 13 FY 14
Example:
1996 )~# Dorado
Aetotech
(-y r .::5
� � .�
v.. v
3 ,�i
i #'?r33z/ ,, .,
i 9�
: ,1.�• y y�y. 1J. �'
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n . �.:, I,d•#? CK
a•�
� , � a
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KO ' •C4'
<�.1: s � : ( �iZ'y{r� ; :i�
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:: .�'b
' ,�
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S 5'..` §• �
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1979,RTS
2558
34
/
2
L,F,MR
98
262742
274123
REP
.. .��
�.. '. ts€i
1979,RTS
2559
34
/
2
L,F,MR
98
285078
296305
REP
/
/
2002,RTS
2563
27
/
2
L,F,MR
223368
238105
REP
2002,RTS
2564
27
/
2
L,F,MR
240087
254841
REP
2002,RTS
2565
27
/
2
L,F,MR
241836
257295
REP
2002,RTS
2566
27
/
2
L,F,MR
235102
250497
REP
2002,RTS
2567
27
/
2
L,F,MR
231605
247601
REP
2002.RTS
2568
27
/
2
L,F,MR
231605
245711
REP
1995,FORD,E
2581
16
/
1
L,F,MR
196939
198598
REP
1
2002,FORD,E
2578
16
/
2
L,F,MR
138168
148551
REP
2005,FORD,E
2583
16
/
4
L,F,MR
99264
111106
REP
2005,FORD,E
2584
16
/
4
L,F,MR
105420
117176
REP
2005,FORD,E
2585
16
/
4
L,F,MR
106062
117439
REP
2005,FORD,E
2586
16
/
4
L,F,MR
109480
121754
REP
2005,FORD,E
2587
16
/
4
L,F,MR
106149
113695
REP
2003,OPTI
2579
28
/
2
L,F,MR
36739
40750
REP
2003,OPTI
2580
28. •-
/
2
L,F,MR
37459
41023
REP
/
2002 Ford E
2501
18
/
5
LFMR
206364
216014
REP
2002 FORD E
2502
18
/
5
LFMR
193163
202943
REP
FLEET REPLACEMENT ! REHABILITATION SCHEDULE
Transportation Provider: Keyline Transit City Of Dubuque
Equipment Code: L = Wheelchair Lift; R = Wheelchair Ramp; MR = Mobile Radio; F = Farebox;
Transportation Provider. Keyline Transit City Of Dubuque
Vehicle
Type
Seats/
Wheelchairs
Type
Purchase
Needs
Reference
*Pending
Projects
Acquisition Year /Programmed Costs
FY 10 FY 11 FY 12 FY 13
35' HD
32
/
2
REP
2558
364000
35' HD
32
/
2
REP
2559
364000
/
/
22' LD
18
/
6
REP
2581
75000
22' LD
1
6
REP
2583
75000
22' LD
18
/
6
REP
2584
75000
22' LD
18
/
6
REP
2585
75000
22' LD
18
/
REP
2586
75000
22' LD
18 .
/
\0
REP
2587
75000
Total
172
/
40 ///A
803000
375000
Purchase Types: Rep. = Replacement; Rehab. = Rehabilitation; Exp. = Expansion
Needs Reference: Fleet ID# of vehicle to be replaced or rehabilitated; or name of proposed new service(s) if expansion.
Description
Needs
Reference
Totals
*Pending
Projects
Acquisition Year /Programmed Costs
FY FY FY FY
* Any project for which funding has been approved.
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
Location
School Bus
School Bus
School Bus
School Bus
School Bus
School Bus
School Bus
School Bus
School Bus
School Bus
School Bus
School Bus
School Bus
School Bus
School Bus
School Bus
School Bus
School Bus
School Bus
School Bus
School Bus
School Bus
School Bus
School Bus
School Bus
School Bus
School Bus
School Bus
School Bus
School Bus
School Bus
School Bus
School Bus
School Bus
Vehicle Purchase
Number Date
888 Jan -98
995 Nov -98
996 Nov -98
997 Nov -98
998 Nov -98
999 Nov -98
001 Nov -99
002 Sep -99
236 Aug -01
237 Aug -01
238 Aug -01
239 Aug -01
240 Aug -01
241 Aug -01
242 Aug -01
243 Aug -01
344 Aug -02
345 Aug -02
346 Aug -02
347 Aug -02
348 Aug -02
349 Aug -02
350 Aug -02
351 Aug -02
Model
Year
1998
1999
1999
1999
1999
1999
2000
2000
Vehicle Make /Model
International- Thomas (Wheelchair)
International- Thomas
International- Thomas
International- Thomas
International- Thomas
Intemational- Thomas
International- Thomas
International- Thomas
ehcnk;
2002 Intemational- Bluebird
2002 International- Bluebird
2002 International- Bluebird
2002 International- Bluebird
2002 Intemational- Bluebird
2002 International- Bluebird
2002 International- Bluebird
2002 Intemational - Bluebird
2003 International-Bluebird
2003 International- Bluebird
2003 International - Bluebird
2003 International-Bluebird
2003 International - Bluebird
2003 International- Bluebird
2003 International- Bluebird
2003 Intemational- Bluebird
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Dubuque Community School District
Vehicle Inventory
May 21, 2010
VIN Number
1HVBBAAL4WH516500
1HVBBAAN8WH637046
1 HVBBAANXWH637047
1 HVBBAAN 1 WH637048
1 HVBBAAN3WH637049
1 HVBBAAL1 WH637050
1HVBBAANOXH223440
1HVBBAAN2XH223441
1HVBBAAN62H407435
1HVBBAAN82H407436
1HVBBAANX2H407437
1HVBBAAN12H407438
1HVBBAAN32H407439
1HVBBAANX2H407440
1HVBBAAN12H407441
1HVBBAAN32H407442
1HVBBAAN13H545773
1HVBBAAN33H545774
1HVBBAAN53H545775
1HVBBAAN73H545776
1HVBBAAN93H545777
1HVBBAANO3H545778
1HVBBAAN23H545779
1HVBBAAN93H545780
License Purchase Mileage as Replacement
Number Capacity Price of 4130110 Schedule
48141 22 $63,310 125,992 Trade 7/10
48220 66 $55,419 124,604 Trade 7/10
48222 66 $55,419 116,288 Trade 7/10
48223 66 $55,419 148,564 Trade 7/10
48226 66 $55,419 128,510 Trade 7/10
53871 48 $50,510 120,353 Trade 7/10
48202 66 $57,417 131,979 Trade 7/10
48201 48 $52,739 78,171 Trade 7/10
48157 66 $60,376 107,352 Trade 7/12
48159 66 $60,376 112,205 Trade 7/12
48161 66 $60,376 115,013 Trade 7/12
48163 66 $60,376 104,919 Trade 7/12
48165 66 $60,376 116,800 Trade 7/12
48170 66 $60,376 107,849 Trade 7/12
48171 66 $60,376 109,355 Trade 7/12
48172 66 $60,376 106,323 Trade 7/12
48169 66 $64,617 99,661 Trade 7/13
48167 66 $64,617 96,884 Trade 7113
48174 66 $64,617 100,374 Trade 7/13
48168 66 $64,617 86,948 Trade 7/13
48148 66 $64,617 98,881 Trade 7/13
48160 66 $64,617 110,865 Trade 7/13
48177 48 $57,491 75,838 Trade 7/13
48176 48 $57,491 77,311 Trade 7/13
Vehicle Purchase Model
Location Number Date Year
School Bus 453 Sep -03 2004
School Bus 454 Sep -03 2004
School Bus 455 Sep -03 2004
School Bus 456 Sep -03 2004
School Bus 457 Sep-03 2004
School Bus 458 Sep -03 2004
School Bus 459 Sep-03 2004
School Bus 452 Sep -03 2004
School Bus 566 Aug -04 2005
School Bus 567 Aug -04 2005
School Bus 560 Aug -04 2005
School Bus 561 Aug -04 2005
School Bus 562 Aug -04 2005
School Bus 563 Aug -04 2005
School Bus 564 Aug -04 2005
School Bus 565 Aug -04 2005
School Bus 601 Jul -05 2006
School Bus 602 Jul -05 2006
School Bus 603 Jul -05 2006
School Bus 604 Jul -05 2006
School Bus 605 Jul -05 2006
School Bus 606 Jul -05 2006
School Bus 607 Jul-05 2006
School Bus 608 Jul -05 2006
School Bus 709 Jul -06 2007
School Bus 710 Jul-06 2007
School Bus 711 Jul -06 2007
School Bus 712 Jul -06 2007
School Bus 713 Jul -06 2007
School Bus 714 Jul-06 2007
School Bus 716 Jul-06 2007
School Bus 817 Jun -07 2008
School Bus 818 Jun -07 2008
School Bus 819 Jun -07 2008
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Dubuque Community School District
Vehicle MakelModel
Intemational- Bluebird
Intemational- Bluebird
Intemational- Bluebird
International- Bluebird
Intemational - Bluebird
Intemational- Bluebird
Intemational- Bluebird
International- Bluebird (Wheelchair)
IC Corporation Combined Unit (Wheelchair)
IC Corporation Combined Unit (Wheelchair)
IC Corporation Combined Unit
IC Corporation Combined Unit
IC Corporation Combined Unit
IC Corporation Combined Unit
IC Corporation Combined Unit
IC Corporation Combined Unit
IC Corporation Combined Unit
IC Corporation Combined Unit
IC Corporation Combined Unit
IC Corporation Combined Unit
IC Corporation Combined Unit (Wheelchair)
IC Corporation Combined Unit (Wheelchair)
IC Corporation Combined Unit (Wheelchair)
IC Corporation Combined Unit (Wheelchair)
IC Corp Combined Unit with Lift (Wheelchair)
IC Corp Combined Unit with Lift (Wheelchair)
IC Corporation Combined Unit
IC Corporation Combined Unit
IC Corporation Combined Unit
IC Corporation Combined Unit
IC Corporation Combined Unit
IC Corporation Combined Unit
IC Corporation Combined Unit
IC Corporation Combined Unit
Vehicle Inventory
May 21, 2010
VIN Number
1HVBBAANO3H597900
1HVBBAAN23H597901
1HVBBAAN43H597902
1HVBBAAN63H597903
1HVBBAAN83H597904
1HVBBAANX3H597905
1HVBBAAN13H597906
1HVBBAAN83H597899
4DRBUAAN55B977431
4DRBUAAN75B977432
4DRBUAAN55B977574
4DRBUAAN75B977575
4DRBUAAN95B977576
4DRBUAAN05B977577
4DRBUAAN25B977578
4DRBUAAN45B977579
4DRBUAAN46B225110
4DRBUAAN66B225111
4DRBUAAN86B225112
4DRBUAANX6B225113
4DRBUAAN66B219339
4DRBUAAN26B219340
4DRBUAAN46B219341
4DRBUAAN16B219667
4DRBUAAN07B366502
4DRBUAAN27B366503
4DRBUAAN67B365970
4DRBUAAN87B365971
4DRBUAANX7B365972
4DRBUAAN17B365973
4DRBUAAN57B365975
4DRBUAAN98B506239
4DRBUAAN58B506240
4DRBUAAN78B506241
License Purchase Mileage as Replacement
Number Capacity Price of 4130110 Schedule
48147 66 $65,217 91,833 Trade 7/14
48198 66 $65,217 87,445 Trade 7/14
53779 66 $65,217 83,104 Trade 7/14
48164 66 $65,217 94,042 Trade 7/14
48149 66 $65,217 96,574 Trade 7/14
48152 66 $65,217 89,164 Trade 7/14
48230 66 $65,217 94,821 Trade 7/14
48205 33 $63,605 76,461 Trade 7/14
48183 33 $68,300 60,989 Trade 7/15
48185 33 $68,300 68,857 Trade 7/15
48144 65 $61,650 93,992 Trade 7/15
48150 65 $61,650 103,705 Trade 7/15
48154 65 $61,650 89,205 Trade 7/15
48178 65 $61,650 103,891 Trade 7/15
48181 65 $61,650 91,182 Trade 7/15
48182 65 $61,650 102,300 Trade 7/15
48179 65 $64,760 79,592 Trade 7/16
48155 65 $64,760 85,767 Trade 7/16
48175 65 $64,760 88,876 Trade 7/16
48229 65 $64,760 85,767 Trade 7/16
48184 48 $68,900 57,466 Trade 7/16
48127 48 $68,900 49,762 Trade 7/16
53862 48 $68,900 51,342 Trade 7/16
48151 65 $70,700 37,877 Trade 7/16
48195 65 $77,549 33,829 Trade 7/17
48227 65 $77,549 47,820 Trade 7/17
48231 65 $67,853 65,649 Trade 7/17
48232 65 $67,853 77,778 Trade 7/17
48200 65 $67,853 66,230 Trade 7/17
48219 65 $67,853 60,088 Trade 7/17
108523 65 $67,853 72,151 Trade 7/17
48224 65 $72,970 56,479 Trade 7/18
48221 65 $72,970 50,650 Trade 7/18
48153 65 $72,970 52,153 Trade 7/18
Vehicle Purchase Model
Location Number Date Year
School Bus 820 Jun -07 2008
School Bus 821 Jun -07 2008
School Bus 822 Jun -07 2008
School Bus 923 Apr -08 2009
School Bus 924 Jul -08 2009
School Bus 025 Jul -09 2010
School Bus 026 Jul -09 2010
School Bus 027 Jul-09 2010
School Bus 028 Jul-09 2010
School Bus 029 Jul -09 2010
School Bus 030 Jul -09 2010
School Bus 031 Jul-09 2010
Dubuque Community School District
Vehicle Make /Model
IC Corporation Combined Unit
IC Corporation Combined Unit
IC Corporation Combined Unit
IC Corporation Combined Unit (Wheelchair)
IC Corporation Combined Unit
IC Corporation Combined Unit
IC Corporation Combined Unit
IC Corporation Combined Unit
IC Corporation Combined Unit
IC Corporation Combined Unit
IC Corporation Combined Unit
IC Corporation Combined Unit
F:\ USERS \Whoyer\Other\Transportation \State of Good Repair Bus\Copy of DCSD Bus Inventory, 6/18/2010
Vehicle Inventory
May 21, 2010
VIN Number
4DRBUAAN98B506242
4DRBUAANO8B506243
4DRBUAAN28B506244
4DRBUAANX9B054576
4DRBUAAN39B060168
4DRBUAAN7AB164246
4DRBUAAN9AB164247
4DRBUAANOAB164248
4DRBUAAN2AB164249
4DRBUAAN9AB164250
4DRBUAANOAB164251
4DRBUAAN5AB172023
License Purchase Mileage as Replacement
Number Capacity Price of 4130/10 Schedule
48196 65 $72,970 51,728 Trade 7/18
48225 65 $72,970 53,896 Trade 7/18
48209 65 $72,970 51,872 Trade 7/18
48199 65 $85,710 19,752 Trade 7/19
48208 65 $78,422 32,896 Trade 7/19
48140 65 $81,505 16,469 Trade 7/20
51753 65 $81,505 18,428 Trade 7/20
51754 65 $81,505 19,168 Trade 7/20
51755 65 $81,505 17,117 Trade 7/20
51756 65 $81,505 14,897 Trade 7/20
51801 65 $81,505 10,933 Trade 7/20
108495 65 $81,505 21,186 Trade 7/20
CITY OF DUBUQUE STATE OF GOOD REPAIR BUS AND BUS FACILITIES LINE ITEM BUDGET
KEYLINE REPLACEMENT VEHICLES
Vehicle to be replaced Age in Years Replacement Vehicle
HD 34 MD Hybrid
HD 34 MD Hybrid
HD 31 MD Hybrid
HD 31 MD Hybrid
HD 29 MD Hybrid
HD 29 MD Hybrid
MD 10 MD Hybrid
HD 8 MD Hybrid
HD 8 MD Hybrid
HD 8 MD Hybrid
LD 14 LD Sprinter
LD 10 LD Sprinter
LD 10 LD Sprinter
HD 8 LD Sprinter
HD 8 LD Sprinter
HD 8 LD Sprinter
LD 8 LD Sprinter
LD 8 LD Sprinter
LD 8 LD Sprinter
LD 5 LD Sprinter
LD 5 LD Sprinter
LD 5 LD Sprinter
LD 5 LD Sprinter
LD 5 LD Sprinter
LD 15 MV CNG
LD 15 MV CNG
KEYLINE VEHICLE SUB TOTAL
NEW.HYBRID MAINTENANCE TOOLS .. '
ITS IMPROVEMENTS
Electronic fareboxes (21 @ $15,000ea)
Keyline AVL (GPS /MDT) (12 @ $9,900ea)
Web Based Real Time Information System
Electronic Information Digital Displays (22 @ $9,075ea)
iTS_Suti TOTAL -
`
Sub - recipients
DUBUQUE COMMUNITY SCHOOLS BUS REPLACEMENT
HD diesel buses with particulate filters (10 @$80,000ea)
RTA BUS REPLACEMENT
LD diesel buses with particulate filters (8 @$77,338ea)
;SUB RECIPIENT SUB TOT4
T�REQt.
Estimated Cost 80%
$165,000
$165,000
$165,000
$165,000
$165,000
$165,000
$165,000
$165,000
$165,000
$165,000
$77,338
$77,338
$77,338
$77,338
$77,338
$77,338
$77,338
$77,338
$77,338
$77,338
$77,338
$77,338
$77,338
$77,338
$73,200
$73,200
$2 879,'132
$21,826
$390,000
$118,800
$101,000
$199,650
$ 809;450
$800,000
$618,704
1 418;704
Grant Share
$132,000
$132,000
$132,000
$132,000
$132,000
$132,000
$132,000
$132,000
$132,000
$132,000
$61,870
$61,870
$61,870
$61,870
$61,870
$61,870
$61,870
$61,870
$61,870
$61,870
$61,870
$61,870
$61,870
$61,870
$58,560
$58,560
2
20% Local Share
$33,000
$33,000
$33,000
$33,000
$33,000
$33,000
$33,000
$33,000
$33,000
$33,000
$15,468
$15,468
$15,468
$15,468
$15,468
$15,468
$15,468
$15,468
$15,468
$15,468
$15,468
$15,468
$15,468
$15,468
$14,640
$14,640
$575,826
17,46
$312,000
$95,040
$80,800
$159,720
$64 7,660
$640,000
$494,963
1, 134,96 3
;366
$78,000
$23,760
$20,200
$39,930
$161,890
$160,000
$123,741
83,74
025,822
TOT G RAN
TOTAL LOCAL MAT(
TOTAL PRO IECT Cc
1
K. SPECIAL PURPOSE HYBRID DRIVE TOOLSSOPTION)
One (1) Control Main Filter Wrench J -45023
One (1) Diagnostic Tool
(Allison DOC "' FOR AED) Software J- 46995 -A
One (1) High Impedance Digital Multimeter Kit J -46708
One (1) Power Adapter of TCM/VCM/DPIMJESS J -46709
One (1) CAN Adapter to 9 -pin Deutsch J -46710
One (1) Harness Assembly, TCM/DPIMNCM J -46711
One (1) Harness Assembly, Drive Unit/ESS J -46712
One (1) Universal Electronic Breakout Box J -39700
One (1) Softing CANcard2 N -00001
One (1) ESS Installation Protection Device D -00001
One (1) DPIM Installation Protection Device D -00002
One (1) ENERGY STORAGE
Energy Storage Removal/Installation Fixture J -46713
One (1) SAFETY
HV Gloves, Class 99 (Large) 2- 03300 -L
Total for Section K: $21,826.00
FOR YOUR INFORMATION, ALLISON RECOMMENDS YOU STOCK THE FOLLOWING;
E SYSTEM RECOMMENDED SERVICE PART STOCKING
Part N9. Part Name Units (1 -10)
29539579 Filter- Control Main 10
29541508 Kit -EV Drive Filter 10
GRAND TOTAL FOR ITEMS A THRU K: $45,445.00
G ILLIG
CORPORATION
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Office of the Mayor
City Hall
50 West 13th Street
Dubuque, Iowa 52001 -4864
www.cityofdubuque.org
June 15, 2010
To Whom It May Concern:
As mayor of the City of Dubuque I am proud to support this project that addresses important
community needs: clean air and improved, reliable and convenient transit services. The
revitalized transit system will connect new fuel efficient /low emission and clean fuels
technology with ITS improvements to increase the convenience for citizens in the Dubuque
area. We are also happy to partner with RTA and the school system to help them achieve our
shared goals. With the new buses, new technology and improved service we anticipate a 25%
increase in ridership.
Our commitment to sustainability has helped attract a major international employer —IBM- to
our downtown. Other major employers, such as Hormel, have located in our industrial park.
Our challenge now is to best connect residential, commercial and industrial parts of town in
ways that allow our residents to not have to depend on cars — lessening our dependence on
fossil fuels, reduction air emissions and traffic congestion. This grant will allow us to do that.
The projects discussed in the application would be the first steps in a comprehensive
revitalization of Dubuque's public transit service which would significantly enhance the livability
of the City by improving the connectivity of the Dubuque area and increasing the comfort and
convenience for users. When the overall system is developed the result will be an efficient
transit system that fits in with the community's ongoing sustainability efforts, and will meet the
changing needs of the community.
The city of Dubuque supports this project by committing the local match of nearly $750,000. I
urge your support in Dubuque's efforts to be a cleaner, healthier, more livable place by helping
to better connect our neighborhoods, developments, services and employers.
Sincerely,
/J
R oy Buol
Mayor
City of Dubuque
THECITYOF
sane
Service People Integrity Responsibility Innovation Teamwork
EAST CENTRAL INTERGOVERNMENTAL ASSOCIATION
A Regional Response to Local Needs
June 15, 2010
To Whom It May Concern:
Dubuque Metropolitan Area Transportation Study, the regional MPO, is excited about this
application and fully supports the effort to revitalize Dubuque's public transit system and create
a more efficient blended transit system providing more flexibility for citizens in the extended
community.
I admire the partnership between Keyline Transit, the Regional Transit Authority and the
Dubuque Community School District working together to develop a more complete, integrated
transportation system in the Dubuque area, one that incorporates inter- and intra -city buses,
the school system as well as other transportation providers. This project demonstrates true
coordination among multiple transit providers.
The projects discussed in the application would be the first steps in a comprehensive
revitalization of Dubuque's public transit service which would significantly enhance the livability
of the City by improving the connectivity of the Dubuque area and increasing the comfort and
convenience for users. When the overall system is developed the result will be an efficient
transit system that fits in with the community's ongoing sustainability efforts, and will meet the
changing needs of the community.
I urge your support in Dubuque's efforts to revitalize their public transit system by helping to
better connect our neighborhoods, developments, services and employers.
Sincerely,
Kelley H. De meyer
Executive Director
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7600 Commerce Park
Dubuque, IA 52002
EAST CENTRAL INTERGOVERNMENTAL ASSOCIATION
A Regional Response to Local Needs
June 15, 2010
To Whom It May Concern:
The Region 8 Regional Transit Authority is excited about the opportunity to partner with Keyline
Transit to revitalize Dubuque's public transit system and create a more efficient blended transit
system providing more flexibility for our customers. Three key principles of the RTA are to:
identify and respond to unmet needs; avoid duplication of services; and to meet the needs of
the neediest citizens such as disabled adults, frail elderly, children, and the poor. RTA provides
service to the cities and rural areas of Delaware, Dubuque and Jackson Counties. The RTA will
commit $123,741 in local matching funds at the time of grant implementation as required by
the State of Good Repair Grant program for the 8 RTA vehicles in the grant proposal budget.
I also see value in this partnership because it involves the Dubuque Community School District
and together we can work to develop a more complete, integrated transportation system in the
Dubuque area, one that incorporates inter- and antra -city buses, the school system as well as
other transportation providers.
The projects discussed in the application would be the first steps in a comprehensive
revitalization of Dubuque's public transit service which would significantly enhance the livability
of the City by improving the connectivity of the Dubuque area and increasing the comfort and
convenience for users. When the overall system is developed the result will be an efficient
transit system that fits in with the community's ongoing sustainability efforts, and will meet the
changing needs of the community.
I urge your support in Dubuque's efforts to revitalize their public transit system by helping to
better connect our neighborhoods, developments, services and employers.
Sincerely,
Wayne hemmer
RTA Board Chair
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7600 Commerce Park
Dubuque, IA 52002
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Regional Administrator
Federal Transit Administration Region 7
901 Locust Street #404
Kansas City, Missouri 64106
Dear Mr. Ahmad:
RE: "State of Good Repair" Grant Application
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June 4, 2010
This letter is intended to evidence the support of the Dubuque Community School District's (the
"District ") participation in the City of Dubuque's (the "City ") "State of Good Repair" grant
application. The District acknowledges that replacement of school buses is part of the City' s
application.
The District strives to maintain an energy - efficient and environmentally responsible bus fleet but
is limited by available funding. We recognize that newer - technology diesels emit a much lower
level of pollution than our current buses.
The District hopes to replace ten (10) older school buses with new, more energy efficient models
and lower polluting and commits to funding up to 20% of the cost of any vehicles replaced under
this grant.
Thank you for your consideration and please contact me if you have questions regarding this
letter of support.
Sincerely,
C: Ms. Vicki Kelly, Manager of Transportation
Mr. Ron Holm, Executive Director of Finance and Business Services
2300 Chaney Road
Dubuque, Iowa 52001-3095
Phone: 563/552
Fax: 563/552-3026
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Dr. Larie Godinez
Superintendent of Schools
June 1, 2010
To Whom It May Concern:
Wilmac Property Company strongly supports the city of Dubuque's efforts to make a more
efficient transit system. The proposed project makes sense because it is addressing some-
thing that affects the entire community: clean air. The revitalized transit system will connect
new fuel efficient/low emission and clean fuels technology with an integrated mobility
management system that will provide a sustainable solution for citizens of Dubuque.
The Historic Millwork District buildings that I am developing will be showcases of
sustainability and livability in many ways. They will not only reduce the environmental
impact but will have significant economic benefits while providing both low- income and
luxury housing as well as retail, office and community space. Many of the people we antici-
pate living there are young professionals who may prefer the option of living without a car
and choose transit as a means of traveling in the community.
I continue to invest a great deal of money in the Millwork District because I believe it will
make Dubuque a better, more attractive place. It is a prime example of the City's commit-
ment to sustainability and livability and I believe it will help attract more jobs to Dubuque.
The projects discussed in the application would be the first steps in a comprehensive revital-
ization of Dubuque's public transit service which would significantly enhance the livability
of the City by improving the connectivity of the Dubuque area and increasing the comfort
and convenience for users. When the overall system is developed the result will be an
efficient transit system that fits in with the community's ongoing sustainability efforts, and
will meet the changing needs of the community.
I urge your support in Dubuque's efforts to be a cleaner, healthier, more livable place by
helping to better connect our neighborhoods, developments, services and employers.
Sincerely,
rn McNamara
ilmac Property Company
Wilmacwarehouse.com
WILMAC PROPERTY COMPANY
801 Jackson Street
Dubuque, Iowa 52001
563 - 556 -8881 • wilmacwarehouse.com
June 1, 2010
To Whom It May Concern:
Our organization supports the city of Dubuque's plan for a more efficient transit
system. The proposed project makes sense because it is addressing something
that affects the entire community: clean air. The revitalized transit system will
connect new fuel efficient /low emission and clean fuels technology with an
integrated mobility management system that will provide a sustainable solution
for citizens in the Dubuque area.
The Historic Millwork District buildings that we are developing will be showcases
of livability in many ways. They will not only reduce impact on the environment
through energy efficiency retrofits, but will have significant economic benefits
while providing workforce housing, retail, office and community space. Our
buildings are located just blocks from many major employers in our downtown.
And many of our anticipated tenants are young professionals who may prefer
the option of living without a car.
Our company has invested tremendous amounts of time, effort and finances in
preparation of our Millwork District projects because we believe it will make
Dubuque a better, more attractive place. It is a prime example of the City's
commitment to sustainability and livability, and we believe it will help attract
more jobs to Dubuque.
The projects discussed in the application would be the first steps in a
comprehensive revitalization of Dubuque's public transit service which would
significantly enhance the livability of the City by improving the connectivity of
the Dubuque area and increasing the comfort and convenience for users. When
the overall system is developed the result will be an efficient transit system that
fits in with the community's ongoing sustainability efforts, and will meet the
changing needs of the community.
I urge your support in Dubuque's efforts to be a cleaner, healthier, more livable
place by helping to better connect our neighborhoods, developments, services
and employers.
Sincerely,
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Joh N. Gronen
Gr nen Properties
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