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Cornell’s TRAC Project Addresses Barriers to Transportation Accessibility
Jul 08, 2019NADTC thanks guest blogger Jennifer Perry, Access Specialist, from the Northeast ADA Center for writing July’s blog post, which features the resources of the Transit Research & Accessibility Center (TRAC). Learn more about TRAC, and join us in recognizing the importance of on-going education and training about accessibility as we celebrate the 29th anniversary of the…
Read more »Transit Assessment Toolkit
The Transit Assessment Toolkit incorporates a series of checklists designed to assist new transit managers in assessing the current state of operations. The toolkit provides suggestions for improvement in the areas of human resources, communications, finance, operations, facilities and vehicle maintenance, and emergency preparedness. The toolkit is designed with newer industry professionals in mind, with…
Read more »Senior Volunteer Transportation Network Improving Mobility Options in Tennessee
Jun 24, 2019Special thanks to guest blogger Keita Cole with the Senior Volunteer Transportation Network (SVTN) for providing the following overview of a cutting-edge coalition that is supporting the work and development of volunteer transportation programs in Tennessee. “Have you ever wondered how you would get to the grocery store if you were not able to drive?…
Read more »2018 Trends Report Topic Spotlight: Opioid Use and Transportation
In this Opioid Use and Transportation Topic Spotlight, NADTC explores how transportation to opioid treatment is an eligible activity under federal funding programs, and communities across the country are making a concerted effort to involve transportation providers in recognizing opioid abuse and providing support to those addressing addiction. Programs in Idaho, Illinois, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota,…
Read more »University Transportation Center Summit: Key Takeaways and Trends
Jun 04, 2019Curious about the issues and topics that are foremost on the minds of university transportation researchers, the U.S. Department of Transportation, and professionals from highway, public transportation, freight, and alternative transportation? NADTC staff attended the second annual National Mobility Summit of the U.S. Department of Transportation University Transportation Centers this spring in Washington, D.C., and…
Read more »2018 Trends Report Topic Spotlight: Innovative Approaches to Section 5310 Funding Match
In this Innovative Section 5310 Funding Match Topic Spotlight, NADTC explores how local funding match is integral to implementing federally funded transit service and looks at Section 5310 funding practices that three communities in Colorado (Douglas County, Durango, and All Points) and Paris, Texas, are using to support transportation programs.
Read more »Strengthening Local Transportation Services Through Community Dialogue
May 03, 2019Thank you to guest blogger Kelley Macmillan, Sanford Center for Aging, at the University of Nevada, School of Medicine for preparing this post. This blog features highlights from their 2018 NADTC planning grant project that engaged older adults and people with disabilities in a dialogue to improve engagement in their community through innovative transportation options….
Read more »2018 Trends Report Topic Spotlight: Cancer Care and Dialysis Transportation
In this Cancer Care and Dialysis Transportation Topic Spotlight, part of the 2018 Transportation Trends Report series, NADTC looks at creative strategies being implemented in some communities to increase patient access to continuous care or follow-up appointments. Programs featured include Mountain Empire Older Citizens in Virginia, ChemoCars in North Carolina and Texas, Ride Health in Pennsylvania, Ride…
Read more »Creating Inclusive Shared Mobility for Older Adults and People with Disabilities
Apr 26, 2019Thank you to guest blogger, Mitch LaRosa with Shared Mobility Inc. in Buffalo, New York, for preparing this post. This blog features highlights from their 2018 planning grant project whose goal was to engage in research to examine how shared mobility programs can be more inclusive for older adults, people with disabilities and veterans. Project…
Read more »Tracking Trends & Innovations in Demand Response Service
Apr 25, 2019We welcome guest blogger Steve Yaffe of Yaffe Mobility Consulting & Project Manager for NADTC’s Implementation Grants. Steve most recently served as Transit Services Manager for the Arlington County (VA) Department of Environmental Services – Transportation Division, where he oversaw planning and operations for Arlington Transit (ART) fixed-route transit as well as Specialized Transit for…
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