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Newsby StaffMarch 23, 2011

MV-1 paratransit vehicle distributor wins fed purchase contract

The contract was approved on Dec. 15, 2010 and is available to all transit agencies that are members of HGACBuy (Helping Governments Across the Country Buy).

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Newsby StaffMarch 23, 2011

Disabled rights committee opposes Utah fee hikes

A proposal to increase paratransit fares 60 percent by 2013 will force many riders to choose between going to medical appointments, purchasing food or refilling prescriptions, claims the Disabled Rights Action Committee. The agency said it has held off on raising fares since 2008.

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Newsby StaffMarch 23, 2011

Web Extra: Maryland launches interactive voice response option for paratransit service

In the next few months, the MTA will launch the companion piece to the IVR system — Pass Web, which will allow customers to book their trips online.

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Newsby StaffMarch 23, 2011

Web Extra: D.C. Metro programs empower disabled riders

Alternatives to paratransit offered by the agency have enabled it to contain costs and provide riders with disabilities with more affordable transportation options.

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Newsby StaffMarch 9, 2011

Cincinnati's Metro ridership up

Metro is a non-profit, tax-funded public service of SORTA, providing about 17 million rides per year. Metro provides fixed-route and paratransit services in Greater Cincinnati.

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Newsby StaffMarch 8, 2011

First Transit names Texas GM of the year

Brad Underwood currently holds the position of executive director for the Texoma Area Paratransit System. This recognition is given based on an individual's outstanding contributions to the public transportation industry.

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Newsby StaffMarch 3, 2011

San Diego selects First Transit for fixed-route service

Will include the operation of 29 vehicles by 37 drivers. First Transit has worked with MTS for 11 years and also operates the system’s paratransit service.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 24, 2011

TriMet unveils paratransit operations building

The $10.6 million project was the agency's largest stimulus project, and included construction of a new Fuel and Wash facility.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 23, 2011

Edmonton Transit approves disabled transit pilot

Will equip 50 buses with GPS technology and automated stop announcements by September 2012 to take pressure off its paratransit service.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 26, 2011

Indiana paratransit provider taps GM

The Metropolitan Evansville Transit System provides transportation on 17 fixed-route areas and paratransit services for people 65 years or older, or for those with documented disability.

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