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Transportation Initiative 2014-2015

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Transportation Initiative 2014-2015

Appropriation Level: $144,000

SFY 2014-15 Wheels for Work Funds were used to fund the Transportation Initiative. Thirteen (13) local departments of social services were awarded Transportation Initiative funding in accordance with 12-LCM-11 to provide transportation services to TANF eligibles who are employed or participating in allowable employment activities. Local districts collaborated with service providers from the public and private sectors to design a program to meet the transportation needs of TANF eligible individuals residing in their district. Services may include driver education, modified public transportation services, van pool programs, transit passes, gas cards, car repairs, license and registration fees, auto insurance and auto loan programs.

Program Funding Detail
Program Funding State Fiscal Year Cycle
Transportation Initiative $144,000 SFY 2014-15 7/1/14-6/30/15
Total $144,000    

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