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Newsby StaffOctober 5, 2015

CTED workshop to focus on ADA requirements, small bus inspections

The course is instructed by Halsey King, a well renowned speaker and writer on maintenance and technology issues, that includes repair, inspection and management of vehicle fleets.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 25, 2015

AC Transit, BART celebrates ADA's 25th anniversary, new paratransit office

Since the ADA’s signing in 1990, AC Transit and BART have worked to ensure disabled residents are able to enjoy the many benefits of public transportation. The two agencies joined together in 1994 to form the East Bay Paratransit Consortium.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 2, 2015

FRA finds Amtrak at fault for violating ADA passenger's rights

According to the agency, the train station lacks required public telephone technology for people who are deaf or hard of hearing; does not provide a visual information system for passengers waiting outside on platforms to update them about delays and schedule changes.

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ArticlesSeptember 2, 2015

Ways to Improve Communication with Customers Who Have Disabilities

Call center staff play an important role in helping customers feel appreciated.

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Newsby StaffJuly 27, 2015

CapMetro marks accessibility milestone with achievements

Agency was first in Texas to achieve 100% vehicle accessibility. Took delivery of its first lift-equipped buses in 1986.

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Videosby StaffJuly 27, 2015

President Obama Speaks on the 25th Anniversary of the ADA

President Obama delivers remarks in the East Room of the White House celebrating the 25th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act. July 20, 2015.

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Newsby StaffJuly 27, 2015

Disability rights expert weighs in on ADA at 25 years

Syracuse.com spoke with Arlene Kanter, Syracuse University professor of law and the director of the Disability Law and Policy Program, about the history of the ADA, its biggest accomplishments and what still needs to be done for the rights of people with disabilities.

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Newsby StaffJuly 27, 2015

APTA commemorates 25 years of ADA

Is also calling on Congress to find a dedicated funding solution and to pass a long-term sustainable bill that increases funding for transportation including public transportation.

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Newsby StaffJuly 13, 2015

Northeastern Illinois transit community marks 25th anniversary of ADA passage

The Regional Transportation Authority, Chicago Transit Authority, Metra and Pace join the more than 56 million Americans with disabilities in celebrating the 25th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act.

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Newsby StaffMay 11, 2015

Paratransit best practices often not implemented, fed report says

There have been great gains in best practices in the areas of eligibility, telephone hold time, on-time performance, no-show policies, and origin-to-destination service, but they are often not implemented, according to the newly released National Council on Disability report.  

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