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06/19/2024

How to Easily Travel in Public Transport with a Wheelchair

Traveling with a wheelchair might seem intimidating, but does not have to be challenging. Bus travel companies are introducing wheelchair accessible buses, and assistance at train stations can help with luggage and provide ramps. Preparation should always be the first step when deciding to travel with the help of public transport.

https://www.patienthandling.com.au/resources/how-to-easily-travel-in-public-transport-with-a-wheelchair/

06/17/2024

Community Transit Receives Region’s First Hydrogen-Powered Electric Bus

https://aptapassengertransport.com/community-transit-receives-regions-first-hydrogen-powered-electric-bus/

06/14/2024

What We Can Learn From the 30 Percent of Americans Who Can’t Drive

https://usa.streetsblog.org/2024/05/21/what-we-can-learn-from-the-30-percent-of-americans-who-cant-drive

06/12/2024

Be Part of Our Exceptional Team

Secure Transportation is conducting a nationwide search for quality team members.

We are searching for candidates who love customer service. If you dream of a working environment with an engaging leadership team, a positive atmosphere, and a rapid path for career growth, this is the team for you.

https://www.securetransportation.com/join-our-team/job-opportunities/

06/10/2024

Social Media is Actually Good: How Disabled People Can Stay Connected

https://blog.easterseals.com/social-media-is-actually-good-how-disabled-people-can-stay-connected/

06/07/2024

An Annual Awards Program Recognizing Excellence in the Public Transportation Industry

Called the “best of the best” of the public transportation industry, the APTA Award winners are outstanding role models of excellence, leadership, and innovation whose accomplishments have greatly advanced public transportation.

https://www.apta.com/member-resources/recognition-programs/apta-awards/

06/05/2024

National RTAP Welcomes Three New Review Board Members

National RTAP is pleased to announce our newest Review Board members, whose terms began at our spring meeting, which was held in Washington, DC on May 20, 2024

https://www.nationalrtap.org/national-rtap-welcomes-three-new-review-board-members

06/03/2024

Moving together to make shared mobility the first and best option.

The Shared Mobility 2030 Action agenda and Action Network advance shared mobility — shared journeys and shared vehicles — which includes improving access to public transit, on-demand shuttles or buses, ride-on-demand services, carpooling and vanpooling, and carsharing, bikesharing and scooter-sharing.

https://sharedmobility2030.org

05/30/2024

NCMM Forum
Day: Monday, June 10
Time: 10:15 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

NCMM 2024 Mobility Management Forum. This year’s event will cover the role public transit in the delivery of non-emergency medical transportation, including a review of the recently released CMS “Medicaid Transportation Coverage Guide”; mobility management in “wrap around” support services; transportation and substance use disorder treatment; and multiple other promising practices, including a highlight on what’s happening in Florida. Our keynote speaker will be Dana Brumitt, an expert in health and wellness in older adults. The Forum will wrap up with its traditional Ice Cream and Cookies social.

https://web.cvent.com/event/4eee910b-b4ff-44e1-bfd0-a144ee948d45/regProcessStep1

05/28/2024

Federal Transit Administration Invites Public Input on Proposed Policy Changes for Major Capital Grant Program

https://www.transit.dot.gov/about/news/federal-transit-administration-invites-public-input-proposed-policy-changes-major

05/26/2024

Study Shows Increasing Complexity of Adding Electric, Alternative Fuels

https://stnonline.com/news/study-shows-increasing-complexity-of-adding-electric-alternative-fuels/

05/24/2024

Guide-Dog Robots: Visually Impaired Can Provide Feedback

To Optimize Guide-Dog Robots, First Listen to the Visually Impaired

https://www.disabled-world.com/assistivedevices/technology/robotic-dogs.php

05/23/2024

Make your transportation life easier with our Scheduling Tools:

- Quickly schedule each trip in under a minute
- Easy to use, intuitive interface
- Remembers your destinations for faster selection
- Automatically maps your trip with a timeline itinerary
- Cancel upcoming trips with a simple click
- Receive status notifications of your scheduled trip
- No more calling to book your trips
- Wheelchair service available

https://www.securetransportation.com/Scheduling-tools/

05/21/2024

APTA Rail Conference: Cleveland, OH | June 2-5, 2024

For all rail modes – urban, commuter, high-speed, and intercity – this technical conference features sessions on technology, operations, maintenance, safety & security, planning, finance, capital projects, workforce development, and more. Experience the latest industry advances at the Products & Services Showcase and join the technical tours.

Who should attend: rail and paratransit system employees and managers, planners, board members, contractors, suppliers, manufacturers, and consultants.

For all rail modes – urban, commuter, high-speed, and intercity – this technical conference features sessions on technology, operations, maintenance, safety & security, planning, finance, capital projects, workforce development, and more. Experience the latest industry advances at the Products &...

05/17/2024

RIPTA is making Wave(s) with their Ride Free in Central Falls Program

In 2020, the Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) received an Federal Transit Administration (FTA) grant to deploy and monitor a geofencing functionality within Wave’s smart ticketing technology with the intention that it could lead to new partnerships and opportunities to incentivize the use of public transportation.

Summary In 2020, the Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) received an Federal Transit Administration (FTA) grant to deploy and monitor a geofencing functionality within Wave’s smart ticketing technology with the intention that it could lead to new partnerships and opportunities to incenti...

05/15/2024

Pilot program provides housing, food and transportation for DFW cancer patients

If you or someone you know has undergone cancer treatment, you know they may be too tired to work or cook. And depending on their financial situation, those barriers can make it hard to focus on getting well. McKesson launched a pilot program to meet those basic needs to help cancer patients' chances of committing to treatment and surviving.

If you or someone you know has undergone cancer treatment, you know they may be too tired to work or cook. And depending on their financial situation,

05/13/2024

Healthcare Transportation Drives Positive Outcomes

Statistics show that lack of transportation is one of the leading factors in Members not scheduling or attending care appointments. We know that preventative and routine care are key factors in maintaining not only the health of our members, but also the health of the nation. If we can ensure your Members reach their doctor appointments, we have done our job. Let us help you improve your HEDIS scores.

Medical Transportation That Puts Members First Safe, Caring and Reliable Healthcare Transportation We understand how important it is to make sure your member is being transported by caring, compassionate experts. If a member cannot safely and securely get to their appointment, it not only impacts th...

05/10/2024

The Federal Transit Program Turns 60

The idea for the federal transit program was born with a message to Congress by President John F. Kennedy in 1962 and launched in 1964 when President Lyndon B. Johnson signed the Urban Mass Transportation Act:

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05/08/2024

Texas Program Enhances School Bus Safety Through Simulation Training
TSD Conference evacuation training, grant catalysts for new state-wide emergency training

Modern technology, including the use of simulated school bus emergency scenarios, is helping to improve safety exercises for the school bus industry, as witnessed by a first-of-its-kind funded program in Texas. Student Transportation Emergency Education and Response, or Operation STEER, is offered b...

05/06/2024

Mobility Management Connections: Virtual Learning Summit

National Center for Mobility Management (NCMM), a federally funded technical assistance center, hosted Mobility Management Connections Summit during the week of March 18-22, 2024. This virtual mobility learning summit fostered discussions on public transit, transportation planning, promoting innovation and sharing of ideas through peer learning. If you missed the event, you can review the recordings and slides from all four days of the summit, as well as read the transcripts from each session.

Mobility Management Connections: Virtual Learning Summit Posted on Apr 22,2024 Leave a comment Facebook Twitter LinkedIn National Center for Mobility Management (NCMM), a federally funded technical assistance center, hosted Mobility Management Connections Summit during the week of March 18-22, 2024....

05/03/2024

CTAA’s EXPO is the premier annual training and networking event for community and public transportation professionals. Participants take part in essential learning and networking events. Speakers and sessions will keep attendees up to date with innovative technology, workforce development, communication strategies, funding, and regulations. The EXPO also features a trade show with all of the latest community transportation goods and services.

EXPO 2024 Fraud alert Please be aware there are unauthorized housing groups (expokeyexpress.com, probusinesstravel.com and [email protected]) calling and emailing attendees offering ass…

05/01/2024

Make your transportation life easier with our Scheduling Tools

Save time and book your medical trips in advance using our new Itineris Passenger™ mobile application:

Make your transportation life easier with our Scheduling Tools Find out more about our app in the app store Schedule Your Transportation Save time and book your medical trips in advance using our new Itineris Passenger™ mobile application. Features Include: Quickly schedule each trip in under a mi...

04/29/2024

Communities Making Accessible Transportation: How We Can Work Together

“How did you get here today?”

For many, this may never be a second thought, but for others, it is a daily reminder of the extra planning and reliance of others needed to get where they need to go. Many disabled people understand this well – whether it’s figuring out accessible public transit routes or wondering if you will encounter ableism on your journey.

For many, this may never be a second thought, but for others, it is a daily reminder of the extra planning and reliance of others needed to get where they need to go. Many disabled people understand this well – whether it’s figuring out accessible public transit routes (Does this station have a ...

04/26/2024

Disabled People Are Dying in America’s Crosswalks — But We’re Not Counting Them

The data on traffic fatalities and injuries doesn’t account for their needs or even count them. Better data would enable better solutions.

The data on traffic fatalities and injuries doesn’t account for their needs or even count them. Better data would enable better solutions.

04/24/2024

FTA published Cybersecurity Resources to support transit agencies during a time of unprecedented ransomware attacks targeting the transportation sector:

FTA published Cybersecurity Resources to support transit agencies during a time of unprecedented ransomware attacks targeting the transportation sector.

04/23/2024

Public Transit Agencies Celebrate Earth Day!

Public transit agencies across North America celebrated Earth Day (April 22) by offering free rides and staging special events and highlighting their commitment to environmental sustainability and clean operations.

Public transit agencies across North America are celebrating Earth Day (April 22) by offering free rides and staging special events and highlighting their commitment to environmental sustainability and clean operations. In California, the Santa Cruz Metropolitan Transit District (METRO) is […]

04/22/2024

As providers of a non-emergency medical transportation services, it’s uncommon for us to have actual medical emergencies during our trips. Still, that sometimes happen, and we train our drivers to be prepared if it does.

Recently, one of our drivers found himself in that unfortunate position when a patient suffered a massive heart attack while on-route. Although he couldn’t be saved, our driver, Roger, did everything possible to render first aid, get help, and give the patient the best possible chance.

Customer Care Stories We would like to share some customer care stories that highlight the Secure Transportation experience. We have a high commitment to our customers that’s evident every moment your passengers are in our care.

04/17/2024

Let’s Rethink How Public Transit Impacts Our Economy

Public transportation is more than just buses, trains, and ferries – it serves as a cornerstone of our economy. With over 430,000 people employed and millions more supported in the private sector, its reach extends from the designers and manufacturers of our transportation infrastructure to the operators and systems engineers who ensure its smooth functioning. From urban centers to small communities, we can feel its economic impact in every corner of the country. It’s time to rethink public transportation and acknowledge its pivotal role as a catalyst for economic growth. Learn how investing in public transportation keeps our economy on track for success.

Public transportation is more than just buses, trains, and ferries – it serves as a cornerstone of our economy. With over 430,000 people employed and millions more supported in the private sector, its reach extends from the designers and manufacturers of our transportation infrastructure to the op...

04/15/2024

Charting a path for Complete Streets in Alaska

Smart Growth America is working with the Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (AKDOT&PF) to bring the Complete Streets approach to the 49th state. I had the incredible opportunity to travel to Alaska in my first month on the Thriving Communities team, where I joined colleagues and collaborators to participate in several events aimed at advancing street safety measures in Anchorage and Bethel.

Smart Growth America is working with the Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (AKDOT&PF) to bring the Complete Streets approach to the 49th state. I had the incredible opportunity to travel to Alaska in my first month on the Thriving Communities team, where I joined colleagues a...

04/12/2024

About the Legislative Conference
April 7-9, 2024, Washington, DC

The Legislative Conference is an opportunity for public transportation industry professionals across the nation to make our presence felt and our voices heard in Washington, DC. The Conference helps educate APTA members on important federal legislation and policy initiatives and affords an unparalleled opportunity to shape the industry’s positions and federal advocacy agenda.

Who should attend: CEOs, board members, government affairs and communications professionals, transit operators, consultants, manufacturers and suppliers, local coalition members, and state association leaders. Location: JW Marriott Washington DC