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Newsby StaffMarch 10, 2011

FMCSA fines Houston operator for ADA violations

Omnibus Express was found in violation of passenger carrier accessibility requirements under the ADA Act and was fined $55,000.

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ProductsMarch 7, 2011

Wheelchair Lifts

Next-generation Ricon Corp. S-Series and K-Series wheelchair lifts offer the security of the Ricon Safety Zone and advanced engineering that delivers reliable, low-maintenance performance for all transportation vehicles.

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Newsby StaffMarch 1, 2011

Travel Instruction group to meet in Philadelphia

The conference assists its national and international members by providing educational opportunities and showcasing best practices.

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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 StaffFebruary 23, 2011

Nonprofit helps transport disabled in rural Idaho

The Living Independence Network Corp. now offers transportation to 1,000 residents by pursuing federal grant funding and implementing a voucher system.

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Newsby StaffDecember 23, 2010

National parks receive federal funding for transportation enhancements

The program funds capital and planning expenses for alternative transportation systems, such as shuttle buses and bicycle trails, in national parks and public lands.

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Newsby StaffDecember 22, 2010

Disabled vie for better access in Montreal

Since the city began installing elevators in 2008, six of Montreal's 68 metro stations have been made wheelchair accessible and two more will soon have wheelchair access, however, RAPLIQ says the work isn't being done fast enough.

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Newsby StaffDecember 22, 2010

FTA awards $20M for motorcoach accessibility

While the majority of awardees received under $100,000 for one or two wheelchair lifts, Greyhound of Dallas, which has a fleet of more than 1,200 coaches, will receive $5.3M to purchase 146 lifts.

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Newsby StaffDecember 15, 2010

S.F. MTA unveils 100th transit shelter

Some of the new transit shelters will use third-generation organic-dye-based photovoltaic solar film to power the shelter lights and information systems. The structures of the new shelters use steel with high-recycled content as well as energy-efficient LEDs.

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Newsby StaffNovember 23, 2010

Winnipeg system may become available to people with dementia

The City Council will consider a proposal that would allow some people with dementia to use the paratransit system. The proposal recommends that people with dementia be assessed concerning their ability to use public transit and Handi-Transit.

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