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HomeMy WebLinkAboutR-2019-106 Yakima/Ellensburg Paratransit Services - Agreement to FundRESOLUTION NO. R-2019-106 A RESOLUTION authorizing an agreement to fund Commuter bus service between Yakima and Ellensburg and to fund paratransit services (Dial A Ride) WHEREAS, since November 2011, the City of Yakima has participated in funding the Yakima - Ellensburg Commuter; and, WHEREAS, the City of Yakima participated with Central Washington University (CWU), the City of Selah, the City of Ellensburg, and the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) to fund the Yakima -Ellensburg Commuter; and, WHEREAS, of June 16, 2014, the City of Yakima took on the management of the program and contracting for the services, including applying for and receiving funding for the program, and, WHEREAS, for the July 1, 2019 — June 30, 2021 grant -funding period, WSDOT has awarded funding to the City of Yakima for the Yakima -Ellensburg Commuter and for Dial -A -Ride (Yakima and Selah) services; and, WHEREAS, in order to receive funding for these programs, it is necessary for the City and the WSDOT to enter into an agreement setting forth the terms, conditions, and requirements to fund the programs, now, therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF YAKIMA: The City Manager is hereby authorized to enter into agreement PTD0073 with Washington State Department of Transportation for commuter bus service between Yakima and Ellensburg and paratransit services ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL this 19th day of November, 2019 ATTEST Sonya ClaarlTee, City Clerk 1 ITEM TITLE: SUBMITTED BY: BUSINESS OF THE CITY COUNCIL YAKIMA, WASHINGTON AGENDA STATEM ENT Item No. 6.H. For Meeting of: November 19, 2019 Resolution authorizing an agreement to fund the Yakima/Ellensburg Commuter Service and the Paratransit Services (Dial A Ride) David Brown, Acting Public Works Director Alvie Maxey, Transit Manager - (509) 576-6415 Greg Story, Assistant Transit Manager SUMMARY EXPLANATION: Grant Agreement PTD0073 with Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is to fund the Yakima -Ellensburg Commuter (Project A) and Paratransit (Dial A Ride) services (Project B) for a two-year period. Project A The Yakima -Ellensburg Commuter service started in November 2011 and connects the two communities together with funding provided by WSDOT, Central Washington University (CWU), City of Ellensburg, City of Selah, and Yakima Transit. Yakima Transit is the grantee responsible for managing the program. The service is operated byA&A Motorcoach. Yakima Transit was awarded funding for two more years for the period of July 1, 2019— June 30, 2021. The City of Ellensburg was added as a funding partner during this grant cycle. Matching funds for the grant are being provided by state and federal funding ($248,330/yr), City of Yakima (estimated $40,000/yr), City of Selah ($16,000/yr), City of Ellensburg ($20,000/yr) and CWU ($80,000/yr). Project B The Paratransit Special Needs Formula Grant is also included in this Grant Agreement to provide financial support for the Dial -A -Ride program and is made up of State of Washington formula grant funds in the amount of $283,962. The total cost for Projects A, and B over two years is $1,158,335. The total amount for Grant Agreement PTD0073 is $756,335 and is attached for City Council review. ITEM BUDGETED: Yes STRATEGIC PRIORITY: Partnership Development 2 APPROVED FOR SUBMITTAL BY THE CITY MANAGER RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution ATTACHMENTS: Description Upload Date Type D 'Resolution 19129/2019 Resolution © 11'SRIT Carnmutcrlaaratrarc it Grant Contract 10128/X10 Contract j?JWashington State Department of Transportation Agreement Number PTD0073 Public Transportation Division 310 Maple Park Avenue S.E. P.O Box 47387 Olympia, WA 98504-7387 WSDOT Contact: Linda Howell 509-543-3316 howell(a�wsdot.wa.gov Consolidated Grant Program Operating Grant Agreement Term of Project July 1, 2019 through June 30, 2023 Vendor # SWV00071220 2 CFDA # 20 509 (§5311) DUNS 78212651 Service Area As defined in Scope of Work and Budget Contractor: City of Yakima Yakima Transit 2301 Fruitvale Blvd. Yakima, WA 98902-1225 Contact: Alvie Maxey 509-576-6415 THIS AGREEMENT, entered into by the Washington State Department of Transportation, hereinafter "WSDOT," and the Contractor identified above, hereinafter the "CONTRACTOR," individually the "PARTY" and collectively the "PARTIES." WHEREAS, the State of Washington in its Sessions Laws of 2019, Chapter 416 Section 220 authorizes funding for Public Transportation Programs and other special proviso funding as identified in the budget through its 2019-2021 biennial appropriations to WSDOT; and WHEREAS, the CONTRACTOR has requested funds for the above shown project or program, which has been selected by WSDOT for funding assistance. NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the terms, conditions, covenants, and performances contained herein, or attached and incorporated and made a part hereof, IT IS MUTUALLY AGREED AS FOLLOWS SCOPE OF WORK AND BUDGET Current Agreement Costs Federal Funds $ 400,000 State Funds $ 356,335 Total Grant Funds $ 756,335 Contractor's Funds $ 402,000 Total Current Agreement Cost $ 1,158,335 City of Yakima PTD0073 Page 1 of 14 Funding by Project Project A: UPIN # Service Area: Scope of Work: Commuter Operations Assistance PTCO011 Yakima and Kittitas Counties Sustain commuter transportation service for the general public between Yakima and Ellensburg with a stop in Selah Funds Federal Award Identification # Current Percentage Current Funds Projected Funds Total Current and Projected Funds Competitive Rural Mobility N/A 8% $ 72,373 $ 72,373 FTA 5311 TBD 46% $ 400,000 $ 400,000 Contractor's Funds N/A 46% $ 402,000 $ 392,000 $ 794,000 Projected Grant Funds N/A $ 496,660 $ 496,660 Total Project Cost 100% $ 874,373 $ 888,660 $ 1,763,033 Current Funds reflect total funding appropnated by the Washington State Legislature for the Project in the 2019-2021 biennium Projected Funds are subject to appropriation by the Washington State Legislature, once appropriated. funds will be added to this AGREEMENT by written amendment. Project B: Demand Response Service** UPIN # PTCO085 Service Area: Yakima County Scope of Work: Sustain demand response, ADA accessible, transportation services for persons with special needs within Yakima. Funds Federal Award Identification # Current Percentage Current Funds Projected Funds Total Current and Projected Funds Paratransit Special Needs Transit Formula Funds N/A 100% $ 283,962 $ 283,962 Contractor's Funds N/A 0% $ - $ - Total Project Cost 100% $ 283,962 $ - $ 283,962 The budget for this pro�ecf is l�m�ted to the 2019-21 biennium. The four-year erm of the overall Agreement does not apply to this project. This project will be removed at the end of the 2019-21 biennium City of Yakima PTD0073 Page 2 of 14 Section 1 Purpose of Agreement A. The purpose of this AGREEMENT is for WSDOT to provide operating funds to the CONTRACTOR for public transportation services that meet the needs of persons in the State of Washington B. If this AGREEMENT includes any funding with federal funds, in addition to the requirements of Sections 1 through 33 of the AGREEMENT the CONTRACTOR will also comply with all requirements imposed by, or pursuant to 49 USC chapter 53, all other applicable federal laws, regulations and requirements and the requirements set forth in Exhibit I, Federal Provisions for this AGREEMENT that Includes Federal Funds (Grant Agreement), which is attached hereto and by this reference incorporated into this AGREEMENT, "Federal Provisions ." Section 2 Scope of Project The CONTRACTOR shall undertake and complete the Project(s) described and detailed in the "Scope of Work and Budget," which is by this reference fully incorporated herein as if fully set out in this AGREEMENT and operate the service within the area described in the caption space header titled "Service Area," in accordance with the terms and conditions of this AGREEMENT The caption space header titled "Service Area" and all caption space headers are by this reference incorporated herein as if fully set out in this AGREEMENT. Section 3 Term of Agreement The CONTRACTOR shall commence, perform, and complete the work identified under this AGREEMENT within the time defined in the caption space header titled "Term of Agreement" on this AGREEMENT regardless of the date of signature and execution of this AGREEMENT, unless terminated as provided herein. Section 4 General Compliance Assurance The CONTRACTOR agrees to comply with all instructions as prescribed in WSDOT's Consolidated Grants Program Guidebook, hereinafter referred to as "Guidebook", and any amendments thereto, found at www.wsdot.wa.gov/transit/grants/consolidated/home , which by this reference is fully incorporated herein. The CONTRACTOR agrees that WSDOT, and/or any authorized WSDOT representative, shall have not only the right to monitor the compliance of the CONTRACTOR with respect to the provisions of this AGREEMENT but also have the right to seek judicial enforcement with regard to any matter arising under this AGREEMENT Section 5 Contractor's Share of Project Costs A. The total Project cost shall not exceed the amounts detailed in the "Funding by Project" table. The CONTRACTOR agrees to expend eligible funds, together with any "Contractor Funds" allocated for the Project, in an amount sufficient to complete the Project. The CONTRACTOR further agrees that there shall be no reduction in the amount specified as the "Contractor Funds" unless there is a concurrent proportional reduction in the "State Funds", and/or if the AGREEMENT includes federal funds, in the "Federal Funds", or WSDOT pre -approves the reduction in writing. If at any time the CONTRACTOR becomes aware that the cost which it expects to incur in the performance of this AGREEMENT will exceed or be less than the amount identified as "Total Project Cost" the CONTRACTOR shall notify WSDOT in writing within thirty (30) business days of making that determination. Nothing in Section 5(A), shall preclude the requirements specified in Section 6 (B) for payments at the end of the biennium. City of Yakima PTD0073 Page 3 of 14 B. Minimum Match. The CONTRACTOR is required to provide a minimum match of funds for the Project(s) as identified in the "Funding by Project" table reflected in the Contractor Funds Any reduction in match will result in a proportional reduction in grant funds Section 6 Reimbursement and Payment A. Payment will be made by WSDOT on a reimbursable basis for actual costs and expenditures incurred, while performing eligible direct and related indirect Project work during the life of the Project. Payment is subject to the submission to and approval by WSDOT of properly prepared invoices that substantiate the costs and expenses submitted by CONTRACTOR for reimbursement. Failure to send in progress reports and financial information as required in Section 8 —Reports may delay payment. The CONTRACTOR shall submit an invoice detailing and supporting the costs incurred. Such invoices may be submitted no more than once per month and no less than once per year, during the course of this AGREEMENT. If approved by WSDOT, properly prepared invoices shall be paid by WSDOT within thirty (30) days of receipt of the invoice B. State Fiscal Year End Closure Requirement (RCW 43.88): The CONTRACTOR shall submit an invoice for completed work in the same state fiscal period in which the work was performed As defined in RCW 43 88, the state fiscal period starts on July 1 and ends on June 30 the following year. Reimbursement requests must be received by July 15 of each state fiscal period. If the CONTRACTOR is unable to provide an invoice by this date, the CONTRACTOR shall provide an estimate of the expenses to be billed so WSDOT may accrue the expenditures in the proper fiscal period. Any subsequent reimbursement request submitted will be limited to the amount accrued as set forth in this section Any payment request received after the timeframe prescribed above will not be eligible for reimbursement. Section 7 Assignments and Subcontracts A. Unless otherwise authorized in advance and in writing by WSDOT, the CONTRACTOR shall not assign any portion of the Project or execute any contract, amendment, or change order thereto, or obligate itself in any manner with any third party with respect to its rights and responsibilities under this AGREEMENT. B. The CONTRACTOR agrees to include Section 4, Sections 7 through 17, Section 20 and Section 23 of this AGREEMENT in each subcontract and in all contracts it enters into for the employment of any individuals, procurement of any incidental goods or supplies, or the performance of any work to be accomplished under this AGREEMENT. It is further agreed that those clauses shall not be modified in any such subcontract, except to identify the subcontractor or other person or entity that will be subject to its provisions In addition, the following provision shall be included in any advertisement or invitation to bid for any procurement by the CONTRACTOR under this AGREEMENT: Statement of Financial Assistance: "This AGREEMENT is subject to the appropriations of the State of Washington." Section 8 Reports A. The CONTRACTOR shall prepare quarterly reports regarding services provided pursuant to this AGREEMENT and other related information as prescribed in the Guidebook, and any amendments thereto, whichever is applicable, or as requested by WSDOT. Due to Legislative and WSDOT reporting requirements, any required quarterly progress reports shall be submitted for the duration of the AGREEMENT period regardless of whether the underlying funding sources have been exhausted. Post -grant annual performance reporting may also be required as prescribed in the aforementioned guidebook. Those reports include, but are not limited to. 1. Project Passenger Trips Provided City of Yakima PTD0073 Page 4 of 14 2 Project Service Hours Provided 3. Project Revenue Service Miles Provided 4. Narrative Progress Report 5 Financial Status/Summaries of the Project. B If the project is receiving Transit Coordination, Tier or Regional Mobility grant funds, in addition to the requirements from subsection A, the CONTRACTOR shall submit a mutually agreeable Performance Measurement Plan to WSDOT. C Remedies for Misuse or Noncompliance. The CONTRACTOR shall not use the Project or any part thereof in a manner different from that described in the "Scope of Work and Budget", as set forth in Section 2 of the AGREEMENT. If WSDOT determines that the Project has been used in a manner different from, "Scope of Work and Budget", WSDOT may direct the CONTRACTOR to repay WSDOT the State funded share of the "Project Costs." WSDOT may also withhold payments should it determine that the CONTRACTOR has failed to comply with any provision of this AGREEMENT. Section 9 No Obligation by the State Government No contract between the CONTRACTOR and its subcontractors shall create any obligation or liability for WSDOT with regard to this AGREEMENT without WSDOT's specific written consent, notwithstanding its concurrence in, or approval of, the award of any contract or subcontract or the solicitations thereof. Section 10 Personal Liability of Public Officers No officer or employee of WSDOT shall be personally liable for any acts or failure to act in connection with this AGREEMENT, it being understood that in such matters they are acting solely as agents of WSDOT. Section 11 Ethics A. Relationships with Employees and Officers of WSDOT. The CONTRACTOR shall not extend any loan, gratuity or gift of money in any form whatsoever to any employee or officer of WSDOT, nor shall CONTRACTOR rent or purchase any equipment and materials from any employee or officer of WSDOT. B Employment of Former WSDOT Employees. The CONTRACTOR hereby warrants that it shall not engage on a full-time, part-time, or other basis during the period of this AGREEMENT, any professional or technical personnel who are, or have been, at any time during the period of this AGREEMENT, in the employ of WSDOT without written consent of WSDOT Section 12 Compliance with Laws and Regulations The CONTRACTOR agrees to abide by all applicable state and federal laws and regulations including but not limited to, those conceming employment, equal opportunity employment, nondiscrimination assurances, project record keeping necessary to evidence compliance with such federal and state laws and regulations, and retention of all such records The CONTRACTOR will adhere to all of the nondiscrimination provisions in chapter 49 60 RCW. Except when a federal statute or regulation preempts state or local law, no provision of the AGREEMENT shall require the CONTRACTOR to observe or enforce compliance with any provision, perform any other act, or do any other thing in contravention of state or local law If any provision or compliance with any provision of this AGREEMENT violate state or local law, or would require the CONTRACTOR to violate state or local law, the CONTRACTOR agrees to notify WSDOT immediately in writing. City of Yakima PTD0073 Page 5 of 14 Should this occur, WSDOT and the CONTRACTOR agree to make appropriate arrangements to proceed with or, if necessary, expeditiously, terminate the Project. Section 13 Environmental Requirements The CONTRACTOR agrees to comply with all applicable requirements of chapter 43.21C RCW "State Environmental Policy Act" (SEPA) Section 14 Accounting Records A. Project Accounts. The CONTRACTOR agrees to establish and maintain for the Project(s) either a separate set of accounts or separate accounts within the framework of an established accounting system that can be identified with the Project(s) The CONTRACTOR agrees that all checks, payrolls, invoices, contracts, vouchers, orders, or other accounting documents pertaining in whole or in part to the Project(s) shall be clearly identified, readily accessible and available to WSDOT upon request, and, to the extent feasible, kept separate from documents not pertaining to the Project(s). B Documentation of Project Costs and Program Income. The CONTRACTOR agrees to support all allowable costs charged to the Project(s), including any approved services contributed by the CONTRACTOR or others, with properly executed payrolls, time records, invoices, contracts, or vouchers describing in detail the nature and propriety of the charges The CONTRACTOR also agrees to maintain accurate records of all program income derived from implementing the Project(s). Section 15 Audits, Inspection, and Retention of Records A. Submission of Proceedings, Contracts, Agreements, and Other Documents. During the performance period of the Project(s) and for six (6) years thereafter, the CONTRACTOR agrees to retain intact and to provide any data, documents, reports, records, contracts, and supporting materials relating to the Project(s) as WSDOT may require Project closeout does not alter these recording and record -keeping requirements Should an audit, enforcement, or litigation process be commenced, but not completed, during the aforementioned six -year period then the CONTRACTOR's obligations hereunder shall be extended until the conclusion of that pending audit, enforcement, or litigation process. B. General Audit Requirements. The CONTRACTOR agrees to obtain any other audits required by WSDOT at CONTRACTOR's expense. Project closeout will not alter the CONTRACTOR's audit responsibilities. C Inspection. The CONTRACTOR agrees to permit WSDOT and the State Auditor, or their authorized representatives, to inspect all Project work materials, payrolls, and other data, and to audit the books, records, and accounts of the CONTRACTOR and its subcontractors pertaining to the Project. The CONTRACTOR agrees to require each third party to permit WSDOT, and the State Auditor or their duly authorized representatives, to inspect all work, materials, payrolls, and other data and records involving that third party contract, and to audit the books, records, and accounts involving that third party contract as it affects the Project(s). Section 16 Labor Provisions Overtime Requirements. No CONTRACTOR or subcontractor contracting for any part of the Project(s) work which may require or involve the employment of laborers or mechanics shall require or permit any such laborer or mechanic in any workweek in which he or she is employed on such work to work in excess of forty (40) hours in such workweek unless such laborer or mechanic receives compensation at a rate not less than one and one-half times the basic rate of pay for all City of Yakima PTD0073 Page 6 of 14 hours worked in excess of forty (40) hours in such workweek. CONTRACTOR will comply with Title 49 RCW, Labor Regulations. Section 17 Changed Conditions Affecting Performance The CONTRACTOR hereby agrees to immediately notify WSDOT of any change in conditions or law, or of any other event, which may affect its ability to perform the Project(s) in accordance with the provisions of this AGREEMENT. Section 18 Coordination of Special Needs Transportation It is the policy of WSDOT to actively support coordination of special needs transportation in the state. As a condition of assistance, the CONTRACTOR is required to participate in local coordinated planning as led by CONTRACTOR's relevant Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) and/or Regional Transportation Planning Organization (RTPO). Persons with special transportation needs means those persons, including their personal attendants, who because of physical or mental disability, income status, or age are unable to transport themselves or purchase transportation Transit Projects and Regional Mobility Grant funded projects are explicitly excluded from the provisions of Section 18 — Coordination of Special Needs Transportation. Section 19 Disputes A. Disputes Disputes, arising in the performance of this AGREEMENT, which are not resolved by agreement of the PARTIES, shall be decided in writing by the WSDOT Public Transportation Division Assistant Director or designee. This decision shall be final and conclusive unless within ten (10) days from the date of CONTRACTOR's receipt of WSDOT's written decision, the CONTRACTOR mails or otherwise furnishes a written appeal to the Director of the Public Transportation Division or the Director's designee The CONTRACTOR's appeal shall be decided in writing by the Director of the Public Transportation Division within thirty (30) days of receipt of the appeal by the Director of the Public Transportation Division or the Director's designee. The decision shall be binding upon the CONTRACTOR and the CONTRACTOR shall abide by the decision. B Performance During Dispute. Unless otherwise directed by WSDOT, CONTRACTOR shall continue performance under this AGREEMENT while matters in dispute are being resolved C. Claims for Damages. Should either PARTY to this AGREEMENT suffer injury or damage to person, property, or right because of any act or omission of the other PARTY or any of that PARTY's employees, agents or others for whose acts it is legally liable, a claim for damages therefore shall be made in writing to such other PARTY within thirty (30) days after the first observance of such injury or damage. D Rights and Remedies. All remedies provided in this AGREEMENT are distinct and cumulative to any other right or remedy under this document or afforded by law or equity, and may be exercised independently, concurrently, or successively and shall not be construed to be a limitation of any duties, obligations, rights and remedies of the PARTIES hereto No action or failure to act by the WSDOT or CONTRACTOR shall constitute a waiver of any right or duty afforded any of them under this AGREEMENT, nor shall any such action or failure to act constitute an approval of or acquiescence in any breach thereunder, except as may be specifically agreed in writing. City of Yakima PTD0073 Page 7 of 14 Section 20 Termination A. Termination for Convenience. WSDOT and/or the CONTRACTOR may suspend or terminate this AGREEMENT, in whole or in part, and all or any part of the financial assistance provided herein, at any time by written notice to the other PARTY. WSDOT and the CONTRACTOR shall agree upon the AGREEMENT termination provisions including but not limited to the settlement terms, conditions, and in the case of partial termination the portion to be terminated. Written notification must set forth the reasons for such termination, the effective date, and in case of a partial termination the portion to be terminated. However if, in the case of partial termination, WSDOT determines that the remaining portion of the award will not accomplish the purposes for which the award was made, WSDOT may terminate the award in its entirety The PARTIES may terminate this AGREEMENT for convenience for reasons including, but not limited to, the following. 1 The requisite funding becomes unavailable through failure of appropriation or otherwise, 2. WSDOT determines, in its sole discretion, that the continuation of the Project(s) would not produce beneficial results commensurate with the further expenditure of funds; 3. The CONTRACTOR is prevented from proceeding with the Project(s) as a direct result of an Executive Order of the President with respect to the prosecution of war or in the interest of national defense; or an Executive Order of the President or Govemor of the State with respect to the preservation of energy resources; 4 The CONTRACTOR is prevented from proceeding with the Project(s) by reason of a temporary preliminary, special, or permanent restraining order or injunction of a court of competent jurisdiction where the issuance of such order or injunction is primarily caused by the acts or omissions of persons or agencies other than the CONTRACTOR; or 5. The State Government determines that the purposes of the statute authorizing the Project(s) would not be adequately served by the continuation of financial assistance for the Project(s); 6. In the case of termination for convenience under subsections A.1-5 above, WSDOT shall reimburse the CONTRACTOR for all costs payable under this AGREEMENT that the CONTRACTOR properly incurred prior to termination The CONTRACTOR shall promptly submit its claim for reimbursement to WSDOT. If the CONTRACTOR has any property in its possession belonging to WSDOT, the CONTRACTOR will account for the same, and dispose of it in the manner WSDOT directs. B Termination for Default. WSDOT may suspend or terminate this AGREEMENT for default, in whole or in part, and all or any part of the financial assistance provided herein, at any time by written notice to the CONTRACTOR, if the CONTRACTOR materially breaches or fails to perform any of the requirements of this AGREEMENT, including- 1. Takes any action pertaining to this AGREEMENT without the approval of WSDOT, which under the procedures of this AGREEMENT would have required the approval of WSDOT, 2 Jeopardizes its ability to perform pursuant to this AGREEMENT, United States of America laws, Washington state laws, or local governmental laws under which the CONTRACTOR operates; 3. Fails to make reasonable progress on the Project(s) or other violation of this AGREEMENT that endangers substantial performance of the Project(s); or 4 Fails to perform in the manner called for in this AGREEMENT or fails, to comply with, or is in violation of, any provision of this AGREEMENT. WSDOT shall serve a notice of termination on the CONTRACTOR setting forth the manner in which the CONTRACTOR is in default hereunder. If it is later determined by WSDOT that the CONTRACTOR had an excusable reason for not performing, such as events which are not the fault of or are beyond the control of the CONTRACTOR, such as a strike, fire or flood, WSDOT may: (a) allow the CONTRACTOR to continue work after setting up a new delivery of performance schedule, or (b) treat the termination as a termination for convenience. C WSDOT, in its sole discretion may, in the case of a termination for breach or default, allow the CONTRACTOR ten (10) business days, or such longer period as determined by WSDOT, in which to cure the defect. In such case, the notice of termination will state the time period in which cure is permitted and other appropriate conditions If the CONTRACTOR fails to remedy to City of Yakima PTD0073 Page 8 of 14 WSDOT's satisfaction the breach or default within the timeframe and under the conditions set forth in the notice of termination, WSDOT shall have the right to terminate this AGREEMENT without any further obligation to CONTRACTOR. Any such termination for default shall not in any way operate to preclude WSDOT from also pursuing all available remedies against CONTRACTOR and its sureties for said breach or default. D. In the event that WSDOT elects to waive its remedies for any breach by CONTRACTOR of any covenant, term or condition of this AGREEMENT, such waiver by WSDOT shall not limit WSDOT's remedies for any succeeding breach of that or of any other term, covenant, or condition of this AGREEMENT. E. If this AGREEMENT is terminated, whether for convenience or for default, before the specified end date set forth in the caption header, "Term of Agreement", WSDOT and the CONTRACTOR shall execute an amendment to this AGREEMENT identifying the termination date and the reason for termination. Section 21 Forbearance by WSDOT Not a Waiver Any forbearance by WSDOT in exercising any right or remedy hereunder, or otherwise afforded by applicable law, shall not be a waiver of or preclude the exercise of any such right or remedy Section 22 Lack of Waiver In no event shall any WSDOT payment of grant funds to the CONTRACTOR constitute or be construed as a waiver by WSDOT of any CONTRACTOR breach, or default. Such payment shall in no way impair or prejudice any right or remedy available to WSDOT with respect to any breach or default. Section 23 Limitation of Liability A. The CONTRACTOR shall indemnify and hold harmless WSDOT, its agents, employees, and officers and process and defend at its own expense any and all claims, demands, suits at law or equity, actions, penalties, losses, damages, or costs (hereinafter referred to collectively as "claims"), of whatsoever kind or nature brought against WSDOT arising out of, in connection with or incident to the execution of this AGREEMENT and/or the CONTRACTOR's performance or failure to perform any aspect of this AGREEMENT This indemnity provision applies to all claims against WSDOT, its agents, employees and officers arising out of, in connection with or incident to the negligent acts or omissions of the CONTRACTOR, its agents, employees, officers and subcontractors. Provided, however, that nothing herein shall require the CONTRACTOR to indemnify and hold harmless or defend the WSDOT, its agents, employees or officers to the extent that claims are caused by the sole negligent acts or omissions of the WSDOT, its agents, employees or officers, and provided further that if such claims result from the concurrent negligence of (a) the CONTRACTOR its employees, agents, officers or contractors and (b) the STATE, its employees or authorized agents, or involves those actions covered by RCW 4.24.115, the indemnity provisions provided herein shall be valid and enforceable only to the extent of the negligence of the PARTY, its employees, officers, authorized agents, and/or contractors The indemnification and hold harmless provision shall survive termination of this AGREEMENT. B The CONTRACTOR shall be deemed an independent contractor for all purposes, and the employees of the CONTRACTOR or its subcontractors and the employees thereof, shall not in any manner be deemed to be the employees of WSDOT. C. The CONTRACTOR specifically assumes potential liability for actions brought by CONTRACTOR's employees and/or subcontractors and solely for the purposes of this indemnification and defense, the CONTRACTOR specifically waives any immunity under the State Industrial Insurance Law, Title 51 Revised Code of Washington City of Yakima PTD0073 Page 9 of 14 D. In the event either the CONTRACTOR or WSDOT incurs attorney's fees, costs or other legal expenses to enforce the provisions of this section of this AGREEMENT against the other PARTY, all such fees, costs and expenses shall be recoverable by the prevailing PARTY. Section 24 Agreement Modifications Either PARTY may request changes to this AGREEMENT Any changes to the terms of this AGREEMENT must be mutually agreed upon and incorporated by written amendment to this AGREEMENT Such written amendment to this AGREEMENT shall not be binding or valid unless signed by the persons authorized to bind from each of the PARTIES. Provided, however, that changes to the federal award identification number, DUNS, project title, federal ID number, CFDA number, milestones, PIN the contact person of either PARTY, or dollar amount changes that do not affect the project total cost, will not require a written amendment, but will be approved and documented by WSDOT through an administrative revision WSDOT shall notify the CONTRACTOR of the revision in writing Section 25 WSDOT Advice The CONTRACTOR bears complete responsibility for the administration and success of the Project(s) as defined by this AGREEMENT and any amendments thereto. If the CONTRACTOR solicits advice from WSDOT on problems that may arise, the offering of WSDOT advice shall not shift the responsibility of the CONTRACTOR for the correct administration and success of the Project(s), and WSDOT shall not be held liable for offering advice to the CONTRACTOR. Section 26 Venue and Process In the event that either PARTY deems it necessary to institute legal action or proceedings to enforce any right or obligation under this AGREEMENT, the PARTIES hereto agree that any such action shall be initiated in the Superior Court of the State of Washington situated in Thurston County The PARTIES agree that the laws of the State of Washington shall apply. Section 27 Subrogation A. Prior to Subrogation. WSDOT may require the CONTRACTOR to take such action as may be necessary or appropriate to preserve the CONTRACTOR's right to recover damages from any person or organization alleged to be legally responsible for injury to any equipment, property, or transportation program in which WSDOT has a financial interest. B. Subrogation. WSDOT may require the CONTRACTOR to assign to WSDOT all right of recovery against any person or organization for loss, to the extent of WSDOT's loss Upon assignment, the CONTRACTOR shall execute, deliver, and do whatever else necessary to secure WSDOT's rights. The CONTRACTOR shall do nothing after any loss to prejudice the rights of WSDOT. C. Duties of the CONTRACTOR. If WSDOT has exercised its right of subrogation, the CONTRACTOR shall cooperate with WSDOT and, upon WSDOT's request, assist in the prosecution of suits and enforce any right against any person or organization who may be liable to WSDOT. The CONTRACTOR shall attend hearings and trials as requested by WSDOT, assist in securing and giving evidence as requested by WSDOT, and obtain the attendance of witnesses as requested by WSDOT City of Yakima PTD0073 Page 10 of 14 Section 28 Counterparts This AGREEMENT may be simultaneously executed in several counterparts, each of which shall be deemed to be an original having identical legal effect. The CONTRACTOR does hereby ratify and adopt all statements, representations, warranties, covenants, and agreements and their supporting materials contained and/or mentioned herein, and does hereby accept WSDOT's grant and agrees to all of the terms and conditions thereof Section 29 Complete Agreement This document contains all covenants, stipulations, and provisions agreed upon by WSDOT. No agent or representative of WSDOT has authority to make, and WSDOT shall not be bound by or be liable for, any statement, representation, promise or agreement not set forth herein or made by written amendment hereto Section 30 Severability If any covenant or provision of this AGREEMENT shall be adjudged void, such adjudication shall not affect the validity or obligation of performance of any other covenant or provision, or any part thereof, which in itself is valid if such remainder conforms to the terms and requirements of applicable law and the intent of this AGREEMENT No controversy concerning any covenant or provision shall delay the performance of any other covenant or provision except as herein allowed. Section 31 Order of Precedence Any conflict or inconsistency in this AGREEMENT and its attachments will be resolved by giving documents precedence in the following order: 1. Federal law 2. Exhibit I, Federal Provisions, if applicable 3 State law 4. This AGREEMENT Section 32 Execution This AGREEMENT is executed by the Director, Public Transportation Division, State of Washington, Department of Transportation or the Director's designee, not as an individual incurring personal obligation and liability, but solely by, for and on behalf of the State of Washington, Department of Transportation, in the capacity as Director, Public Transportation Division, or as a designee. Section 33 Binding Agreement The undersigned acknowledge that they are authorized to execute this AGREEMENT and bind their respective agency(ies) and or entity(ies) to the obligations set forth herein. City of Yakima PTD0073 Page 11 of 14 IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the PARTIES hereto have executed this AGREEMENT the day and year signed last below WASHINGTON STATE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Pew.$ Brian Lagerberg, Director uthorize 1 Represe tive Public Transportation Division CONTRACTOR Date Title LCNK- LIVIC ri: Print Name 4/ ?o ( t C� Date CITY CONTRACT NO. RESOLUTION NO: City of Yakima PTD0073 Page 12 of 14 EXHIBIT I Summary of Federal Requirements and Incorporating by Reference Annual List of Certifications and Assurances for FTA Grants and Cooperative Agreements ("Certifications and Assurances") and Federal Transit Administration Master Agreement ("Master Agreement") Recipient and Recipient's subrecipient(s), contractor(s), or subcontractor(s), at any tier, if any, must comply with all applicable federal requirements contained in the Certifications and Assurances available at https://www.transit.dot.gov/funding/grantee-resources/certifications-and- assurances/fiscal-year-2019-annual-list-certification-0. The Certifications and Assurances, including as they may be changed during the term of this AGREEMENT, are by this reference incorporated herein Recipient further agrees to comply with all applicable requirements included in the Master Agreement. This Master Agreement is incorporated by reference and made part of this Agreement. Said Master Agreement is available at https://www.transit.dot.gov/funding/qrantee- resources/sample-fta-agreements/fta-grant-agreements Without limiting the foregoing, the following are some requirements applicable to transactions covered by this AGREEMENT 1. Changes to Federal Requirements - Contractor shall at all times comply with all applicable FTA regulations, policies, procedures and directives, including without limitation those listed directly or by reference in the Master Agreement between Purchaser and FTA, as they may be amended or promulgated from time to time during the term of this contract. Contractor's failure to so comply shall constitute a material breach of this contract. 2. Civil Rights (1) Nondiscrimination - In accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, as amended, 42 U.S.C. § 2000d, section 303 of the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended, 42 U S.C. § 6102, section 202 of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, 42 U S C § 12132, and Federal transit law at 49 U S.C. § 5332, the Contractor agrees that it will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, or disability. In addition, the Contractor agrees to comply with applicable Federal implementing regulations and other implementing requirements FTA may issue (2) Equal Employment Opportunity - The following equal employment opportunity requirements apply to the underlying contract: (a) Race, Color, Creed, National Origin, Sex - In accordance with Title VI I of the Civil Rights Act, as amended, 42 U S C § 2000e, and Federal transit laws at 49 U S C. § 5332, the Contractor agrees to comply with all applicable equal employment opportunity requirements of U S Department of Labor (U S. DOL) regulations, "Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs, Equal Employment Opportunity, Department of Labor," 41 C.F R. Parts 60 et seq , (which implement Executive Order No 11246, "Equal Employment Opportunity," as amended by Executive Order No 11375, "Amending Executive Order 11246 Relating to Equal Employment Opportunity," 42 U S.C. § 2000e note), and with any applicable Federal statutes, executive orders, regulations, and Federal policies that may in the future affect construction activities undertaken in the course of the Project. The Contractor agrees to take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that employees are treated during employment, without regard to their race, color, creed, national origin, sex, or age. Such action shall include, but not be limited to, the following: employment, upgrading, demotion or transfer, recruitment or recruitment advertising, layoff or termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation; and selection for training, including apprenticeship In addition, the Contractor agrees to comply with any implementing requirements FTA may issue City of Yakima PTD0073 Page 13 of 14 (b) Age - In accordance with section 4 of the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, as amended, 29 U S.0 §§ 623 and Federal transit law at 49 U S.C. § 5332, the Contractor agrees to refrain from discrimination against present and prospective employees for reason of age. in addition, the Contractor agrees to comply with any implementing requirements FTA may issue (c) Disabilities - In accordance with section 102 of the Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended, 42 U.S C § 12112, the Contractor agrees that it will comply with the requirements of U S Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, "Regulations to Implement the Equal Employment Provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act," 29 C.F R. Part 1630, pertaining to employment of persons with disabilities. In addition, the Contractor agrees to comply with any implementing requirements FTA may issue. (3) The Contractor also agrees to include these requirements in each subcontract financed in whole or in part with Federal assistance provided by FTA, modified only if necessary to identify the affected parties 3. Disadvantaged Business Enterprises - The Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) requirements of 49 CFR Part 26 and USDOT's official interpretations (i.e., Questions & Answers) apply to this Contract. As such, the requirements of this Contract are to make affirmative efforts to solicit DBEs, provide information on who submitted a Bid or quote and to report DBE participation. No preference will be included in the evaluation of Bids/Proposals, no minimum level of DBE participation shall be required as a Condition of Award and Bids/Proposals may not be rejected or considered non -responsive on that basis. 4. ADA Access - The contractor shall comply with the requirements of 49 CFR FTA C 4710 1 as applicable to this contract. Equal access and the opportunity should be given to individuals with disabilities to fully participate in or benefit from the goods, services, facilities, privileges, advantages, or accommodations. 5. Incorporation of Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Terms - The preceding provisions include, in part, certain Standard Terms and Conditions required by DOT, whether or not expressly set forth in the preceding contract provisions. All contractual provisions required by DOT, as set forth in FTA Circular 4220 1 E, are hereby incorporated by reference Anything to the contrary herein notwithstanding, all FTA mandated terms shall be deemed to control in the event of a conflict with other provisions contained in this Agreement. The Contractor shall not perform any act, fail to perform any act, or refuse to comply with any (name of grantee) requests which would cause (name of grantee) to be in violation of the FTA terms and conditions. City of Yakima PTD0073 Page 14 of 14