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News•by Staff•April 29, 2013

Report: Northern Calif. senior transit inadequate

Said seniors are not aware of transit services or find them hard to navigate. Called for improvements ranging from more fixed route and shuttle bus, van and "catch-a-ride" programs, to more frequent service for seniors living on hillsides far from bus stops.

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News•by Staff•April 29, 2013

S.D. paratransit may limit ridership to sustain service

Sioux Area Metro's advisory board recommended limiting the service’s coverage area during peak travel times, as well as not accepting any new subscribers to the service if they live outside of three-quarters of a mile from a fixed route.

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Articles•April 24, 2013

Q&A with Denver RTD's Phillip A. Washington

Prior to Washington's transportation industry experience, he had a storied 24-year military career, retiring as a decorated active-duty U.S. Army soldier, having attained the rank of Command Sergeant Major.

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Articles•April 24, 2013

New report IDs human service agency link to mobility

Easter Seals study calls for developing more information and technical assistance for mobility management.

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Articles•April 24, 2013

Partnerships, Subsidies Help Curb Paratransit Costs

While saving money is the primary driver, agency efforts are resulting in providing communities with better, more customer-focused services.

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News•by Staff•April 15, 2013

Pa. agency adds 10 paratransit vehicles

The new Capital Area Transit fleet is fully accessible and can transport 14 people, including up to four people using wheelchairs.

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News•by Staff•April 15, 2013

OCTA taps MV for paratransit service

Under the terms of the contract, will assume operations and maintenance of the ACCESS paratransit service on July 1, 2013 for a four-year base period with two, two-year renewal options.

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News•by Staff•April 15, 2013

Detroit’s SMART adds 3 paratransit vehicles

The van and two new buses come equipped with wheelchair lifts to accommodate disabled passengers and additional seating. The buses have 6.8 liter gasoline engines for better mileage. Each features a seat that converts and accommodates a baby car seat.

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News•by Staff•April 15, 2013

Calif. town residents start bus service for seniors, disabled

Shasta Senior Nutrition Programs debuted its new “44 Express” route. The idea for the service came from town residents, who said better transportation is needed for their area since the Redding Area Bus Authority doesn’t make trips there.

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News•by Staff•April 15, 2013

Conn. group begins paratransit, travel training service

Rides for Ridgefield, a new town transportation alliance, will begin service on May 1. The program will provide area seniors and those with mobility disabilities with a single source for ride information and transportation counseling.

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