MOU to Fund RideShare Program Resolution No. 10-316

Background Conserve resources, reduce pollution, and reduce traffic congestion. Encourage individuals to carpool.

Funding New Mexico Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department Since 1989 New Mexico Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department New Mexico Department of Transportation City of Las Cruces Last year - $68,030 $36,000 personnel $20,000 advertising

FY2011 Convert to a part-time position Total budget $36,283.00 NM DOT $31,000 CLC $ 5,283 Convert to a part-time position Employer based outreach rather than targeting individual drivers

Council Options Approval Reject to MOU Amend or renegotiate Continue RideShare as a part-time, employer based program Amend FY2011 budget to reflect change Reject to MOU Do not accept NMDOT funding Discontinue City RideShare Program Amend or renegotiate