The assumption is that a person making a switch to public transportation would likely purchase an unlimited pass on the local transit agency, typically available on a monthly basis.
While 70 percent of respondents saw ridership increase, fewer plan to buy new vehicles next year and many have had to reduce service to meet tighter budgets. In many cases, software, mobile data terminals and other technologies are helping agencies streamline services.
Travel trainers teach disabled and older persons to use local public transportation fixed-route services safely and independently
Under the terms of this one-year contract (with two, one-year options), will be responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of both the fixed-route and Dial-A-Ride services.
Officials in Joplin, Mo., say computers on deviated trolleys and vans would allow residents to reserve rides online 24 hours a day. Drivers would also be able to look up directions on the devices.