Board Of Aldermen - Agenda - 1/8/2019 - P43

1. Plan for immediate next steps for BSRC
partnership

¢ Evaluate viability of BSRC — Providence-Worcester line, financing
capabilities
¢ What are costs at each step if plan does not go further (i.e. station build)

¢ Understand implications for BSRC access to Railroad Rehabilitation &
Improvement Financing (RIFF) — What is city role and implications for
participation in the RIFF

¢ Guide on legal documents needed (e.g. renewal of MOU with BSRC)

¢ Define and pursue technical expertise needed

* Prioritize actions of AECOM — e.g. due diligence for RIFF application,
designated recipient, etc.

¢ Prioritize roles for NRPC and other expertise