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Newsby StaffJanuary 15, 2019

New dispatch system gives 'ready window' to UTA paratransit users

This new program eliminates the guesswork for riders, allowing them to walk outside right as the bus arrives.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 10, 2019

Metro to expand alternative-to-paratransit program to D.C. and Virginia

Allows eligible customers to use on-demand services — without sharing a ride — at a discounted rate, instead of paratransit.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 8, 2019

Arlington awards contract for ARBOC Spirit of Independence buses

Handitran maintains an ADA-compliant fleet made up of 20 body-on-chassis buses.

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Newsby StaffDecember 7, 2018

Lack of transportation options worry seniors, people with disabilities

Combined with not being able to drive, a new poll finds lack of options leaves them feeling frustrated, isolated, and trapped.

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Newsby StaffDecember 6, 2018

MBTA signs amended agreement to bolster system accessibility

The accord called over 200 commitments and obligations to improve the agency's fixed-route accessibility for people with disabilities.

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Newsby StaffDecember 5, 2018

PSTA offers free trips to medical services for low-income seniors

Qualified riders can receive two round trips or four one-way trips per month to medical services such as doctor appointments.

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Newsby StaffDecember 3, 2018

GreenPower's manufacturing facility set for production

The company presently has orders for over 40 EV Star and EV Star Plus Min-eBuses.

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Newsby StaffNovember 28, 2018

First Transit awarded California operations, maintenance contract

Will provide the City of Visalia with day-to-day operations and oversight for 87 vehicles, employing 130. 

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ArticlesNovember 15, 2018

Despite Progress, True Public Transit Accessibility Remains Elusive

As ADA approaches the 30-year mark, transit agencies are evaluating the improvements made and what still needs doing.

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Newsby StaffNovember 14, 2018

Virginia agency adding 8 ARBOC Spirit of Mobility

The order will replace older, existing buses in the fleet and supplement three ARBOC buses purchased in 2017.

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