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B Appendix: Detailed Case Studies <br /> Each case study follows a similar format to highlight some of the key program similarities <br /> and differences and the implications for MTC if elements of these programs are selected for <br /> implementation in the Bay Area. These include: <br /> • Program objective and stated goals; <br /> • Program funding source; <br /> • Funding allocation process; <br /> • Typical grant size; <br /> • Program strengths and weaknesses <br /> The key elements of each program are described in the following table. <br /> Comparison of Case Study Programs <br /> 1. Metro Transit Oriented 2. Met Council Livable Communities 3. NCTCOG Sustainable <br /> Program Development and Centers Demonstration Account (Twin Cities, Development Landbanking Program <br /> (Portland, OR) MN) (Dallas -Fort Worth, TX) <br /> Grant program available to Grant program to local jurisdiction for No- interest loan program for <br /> Overview developers for construction of development. Originally included both landbanking only. The Sustainable <br /> projects, coupled with long -term planning and capital grants. Planning Development Funding Program also <br /> easements to ensure compliance. grants eliminated several years ago. includes funds for pedestrian, bicycle, <br /> and transit improvements and planning. <br /> Create demonstration projects that Support for demonstration projects to Encourage public/private partnerships <br /> Objective exemplify the region's goal -o "grow achieve "connected, efficient land -use that positively address existing <br /> up, not out" patterns in communities throughout the transportation system capacity, rail <br /> region." access, air quality concerns, and /or <br /> mixed land uses. <br /> Metropolitan Transportation The LCDAfunds come from the Funds for the program come from local <br /> Program Improvement Program (MTIP) Metropolitan Council's regional tax levy, infrastructure funds "swapped" for <br /> Funding Regional Flexible Funds exchanged which the Council must renew each Federal CMAQ and STP -MM funds, <br /> Source and with local funds. Other funding year. but will come from toll revenue through <br /> Level sources to date have included the North Texas Toll Authority in the <br /> CMAQ, direct FTAfunds and Funding is currently $8 million /year future. There may be some restrictions <br /> earmarks, local government funds on the use of toll revenues that limit <br /> and interest earned. flexibility, but the funding will be easier <br /> Funding is currently $4 million /year. to disburse due to fewer contracting <br /> restrictions. <br /> Landbanking restricted to no more than <br /> $8.1 million (20% of total funding pool <br /> of $40.6 million program) for 4 -year <br /> cycle. <br /> 301 FINANCING TRANSIT .ORI N I ED DE'ELOFATENT IN 1310 SAN FRANC SCO BAYAREA <br />