Section 27555 Of Article 3. Powers And Functions From California Streets And Highways Code >> Division 16. >> Part 3. >> Chapter 18. >> Article 3.

. It is the intention of the Legislature that the district pursue all avenues to obtain federal financing for both its interim transit system and any long-range transportation facilities approved by the Metropolitan Transportation Commission. Furthermore, the district shall take no action which may preclude it from obtaining federal grants-in-aid if such grants are reasonably anticipated. Furthermore, the district shall encourage minority enterprise to the maximum extent practicable.