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Newsby StaffNovember 25, 2013

Advocates request delay of Del. paratransit changes

Delaware Transit Corp., which operates DART First State, wants to double most bus and paratransit fares over two years, expand bus routes and implement a new model of paratransit.

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Newsby StaffNovember 25, 2013

N.Y. county debuts MV-1s for paratransit fleet

The vehicles can accommodate three ambulatory passengers and one standard size wheelchair passenger.

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Newsby StaffNovember 25, 2013

N.Y. transit gives free rides to disabled veterans

Lift Line, RGRTA’s paratransit system, is paying for the service with $10,500 in funds from the FTA and local partners.

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ArticlesNovember 19, 2013

Electric Vehicles Charge Up the Show Floor at BusCon 2013

More than 145 exhibitors showcased products and 64 vehicles were on display, including an unprecedented four electric vehicles. Safety and paratransit were major topics of focus in the educational sessions, which featured an expanded program this year.

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Newsby StaffNovember 11, 2013

MV to continue providing paratransit services in Texas

Will utilize a number of technologies to support the efficient operation of the transit service, including the Trapeze scheduling system, DriveCam and a new telephone system with call reporting capabilities.

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Newsby StaffNovember 11, 2013

Proposed Del. DART paratransit service change concerns riders

The agency’s possible switch from providing door-to-door service to following ADA regulations by running service within three-quarters of a mile of fixed bus routes will cost them more and provide less service, according to those concerned.

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Newsby StaffOctober 28, 2013

Delaware Transit's 'redesign' includes paratransit fare increase, revamp

The paratransit program, which cost $15 million to run in 2000, now costs $50 million — a 233% increase.

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Newsby StaffOctober 28, 2013

Council approves GRTC paratransit fare increase

Officials have said that public funding has not kept pace with the demand for the service and cuts to regular bus service could be required without the changes to CARE.

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Newsby StaffOctober 28, 2013

Quebec system short listed for paratransit program

The SAEIV operational support and user information system for paratransit allowed the Société de transport de Laval to make major advances in increased efficiency through real-time regulation, route optimization and more.

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Newsby StaffOctober 28, 2013

Vancouver paratransit driver honored by TLPA

Named Ron Trujillo its 2013 Paratransit and Contracting Driver of the Year. Trujillo will accept the award on Oct. 29 at the association's annual convention in Boston.

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