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Newsby StaffDecember 23, 2013

N.J. county free senior shuttle celebrates milestone

The program expanded to provide service to disabled and low-income residents, as well as deliver Meals on Wheels.

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Newsby StaffDecember 19, 2013

Report outlines how cities can assess transit performance, boost efficiency

Public policy makers should eliminate duplications and/or have high-performing transit agencies manage services for low-performing adjacent areas, report recommends.

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Newsby StaffDecember 17, 2013

National Express to provide paratransit services in Colo.

Mountain Metropolitan Transit's paratransit service, expected to provide 157,000 rides in 2014, complements the regional fixed-route bus service by providing transportation for persons with disabilities.

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Newsby StaffDecember 10, 2013

UTA, Salt Lake City partner on expanding transit

Possible new projects include enabling all residents to get to two transit routes within a quarter-mile of where they live or work, and having transit operation hours mirror the times people travel to and from work. UTA is also working on a distance-based fare system.

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Newsby StaffDecember 10, 2013

Public transportation to fuel movement for Super Bowl

Approximately 70% of game attendees will need to arrive by mass transportation – via bus, train, and high occupancy vehicles.

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Newsby StaffDecember 9, 2013

New standards promise stronger wheelchair tiedowns, increased safety

To comply with the new voluntary industry standard known as WC18, wheelchair tiedowns or other securement devices must pass two different dynamic strength tests.

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Newsby StaffDecember 9, 2013

Quebec paratransit system wins award

The e-Government Prize recognizes accomplishments that make the most of information and communications technologies that facilitate access to improved, integrated, and citizen-focused services provided at all times and for all locations.

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Newsby StaffDecember 9, 2013

Ohio State paratransit service provides accessible options

The Office of Student Life Disability Services reviews and accepts students with permanent or temporary disabilities to use the service.

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Newsby StaffDecember 9, 2013

New York town may cut free rides for seniors

The city of Binghamton is considering cutting funds normally issued to Catholic Charities' Retired Senior Volunteer Program, which provides free rides to seniors. The program is typically awarded between $10,000 and $15,000.

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Newsby StaffDecember 9, 2013

Disabled brace for possible BART, AC Transit strikes

While one agency reaches the end of its "cooling-off period" and another could strike any time, passengers say they are disproportionately affected.

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