UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS RELEASES BREAKDOWN OF FEDERAL FUNDING FOR UA RAZORBACK TRANSIT SYSTEM

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. - With increased attention surrounding the Ozark Regional Transit and the UA Razorback Transit, Gary Smith, director of UA Transit and Parking, has released a detailed breakdown of federal funding allocated to the University of Arkansas.

"With the release of this data, we hope to present a clearer picture of where the federal allocations go and why it is important for the U of A not to lose ground," Smith said. "We understand the potential for disagreement between Ozark Transit and the U of A regarding the funding, However, we want this matter resolved amicably with both sides able to operate under sufficient budgets."

For access the documents prepared by the University, log on the UA Web site at http://pigtrail.uark.edu/news/masstrans.pdf.

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Gary Smith, Director for UA Parking and Transit, (479) 575-3304, garys@uark.edu

Charles A. Crowson, Manager of Media Relations, University Relations (479) 575-3583, ccrowso@uark.edu