Guidebook for Attracting Paratransit Patrons to Fixed-route Services

Guidebook for Attracting Paratransit Patrons to Fixed-route Services

Author: John N. Balog

Publisher: Transportation Research Board

Published: 1997

Total Pages: 404

ISBN-13: 9780309060684

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Paratransit services are more expensive to provide on a per-trip basis than fixed-route transit, so operating efficiencies could be achieved by attracting some paratransit riders to fixed route. The Guidebook identifies the characteristics and preferences of four distinct market segments: people with disabilities who use fixed-route transit; people with disabilities who use paratransit; others who currently use paratransit; and people with disabilities who normally do not use transit. The Guidebook also provides step-by-step procedures for estimating demand, locating bus stops, training drivers, providing travel training for patrons, marketing services, and evaluating successes.


ADA Paratransit Handbook

ADA Paratransit Handbook

Author: Russell H. Thatcher

Publisher:

Published: 1991

Total Pages: 296

ISBN-13:

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This handbook provides guidance and practical information for implementing the complementary paratransit service requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA). A primary purpose of this handbook is to assist transit operators and planners with the preparation of required ADA paratransit plans. The first five chapters summarize the law and complementary paratransit service requirements. Eligibility determination, service criteria, and operating standards and requirements are analyzed in detail. The last four chapters discuss paratransit service models; ways to enhance fixed route service in order to reduce the need for paratransit; the preparation of paratransit plans, including a step-by-step planning methodology; and, key implementation issues such as scheduling, training, equipment, specifications, and recordkeeping.


Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Paratransit Eligibility Manual

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Paratransit Eligibility Manual

Author: Russell H. Thatcher

Publisher:

Published: 1993

Total Pages: 360

ISBN-13:

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The manual provides guidance to transit providers in the development and implementation of ADA paratransit eligibility determination processes. Common questions raised about eligibility are addressed. Experience gained in the first one and a half years of implementation of the ADA complementary paratransit provisions is also summarized.


Monthly Catalog of United States Government Publications

Monthly Catalog of United States Government Publications

Author: United States. Superintendent of Documents

Publisher:

Published: 1993

Total Pages: 960

ISBN-13:

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February issue includes Appendix entitled Directory of United States Government periodicals and subscription publications; September issue includes List of depository libraries; June and December issues include semiannual index