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ADA Accessible Taxi(s) HSTP Workshop

ADA Accessible Taxi(s) HSTP Workshop. 4 th Floor IL Terminal, Champaign - 3:00 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 15 th , 2013 **Please remember to sign in !**. Introductions. HSTP Coordinator, Eileen Sierra-Brown Today will cover – HSTP Plan Background Identified Transportation Needs

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ADA Accessible Taxi(s) HSTP Workshop

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  1. ADA Accessible Taxi(s) HSTP Workshop 4th Floor IL Terminal, Champaign - 3:00 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 15th, 2013 **Please remember to sign in!**

  2. Introductions • HSTP Coordinator, Eileen Sierra-Brown • Today will cover – • HSTP Plan Background • Identified Transportation Needs • Accessible Taxi Service Model Issues • Available Resources • Group Discussion & Next Steps **Please note anything discussed today is information only & does not endorse any single practice or policy.

  3. Background • Urbanized HSTP Plan – • Developed in 2007; • Updated by working group in 2012; • Regional surveys & transportation inventory conducted; • Dialysis support group & employment questionnaires conducted; • Goals, Objectives, Strategies, & MOEs developed. Link to plan & transportation directory found here: www.ecihstp.org

  4. C-U Urbanized Study Area HSTP Champaign Urbana Savoy Tolono Bondville

  5. Demographics

  6. Transit Dependent Population Characteristics Persons with Disabilities Seniors Persons with Low Income Youth Major Trip Generators & Employer interactive maps available on website. www.ecihstp.org

  7. Directory & Inventory

  8. C-U Registered Taxis

  9. Identified Need • Dialysis & Unanticipated Scheduling • Flexible Options for People with Disabilities, Seniors, & Medical Riders • Options that do not require 24-48 hour advance reservation. • Freedom of choice & independent living. • Currently no accessible taxi service exists. • Too many eligibility limited transportation programs.

  10. Considerations • What ADA Involves(see handout) • C-U Ordinances (see city websites) • Service Training (recommended) – • Equipment Handling; • Passenger Assistance; • Defensive Driving; • Vehicle Care & Maintenance; • Business Management; & • Financial Planning.

  11. Considerations (cont.) • Business Case – • Opens up local market (increase trip referrals) • Potential demand (growth in mobility needs) • Meets needs of the community (civic mindset) • Distinguishes your business (targeting market) • Costs Involved – • Modifying vs. Purchasing Vehicles • Insurance • Training • Maintenance • Mid-set

  12. Resources • Centers for Independent Living (PACE Inc.) http://pacecil.org/ • United Access http://www.unitedaccess.com/ • RTAC – Technical Assistance & Training http://www.iira.org/outreach/rtac.asp • Mid-West Truckers Association‘s Drug & Alcohol Testing Consortium 217-525-0310, candyw@mid-westruckers.com

  13. Resources (cont.) • Easter Seals’ Taxi Services Resources http://www.projectaction.org/ • Taxicab, Limousine, & Paratransit Association’s Accessible Taxi Cost Calculator http://www.tlpa.org/index.cfm • Accessible Taxis.com (private industry) http://www.accessibletaxis.com/

  14. Discussion • Questions & Concerns? • Interest? • Please take the time to fill out & discuss questionnaire before you leave (see green sheet). • Next Steps

  15. Contact Information Eileen Sierra-Brown HSTP Coordinator Champaign County Regional Planning Commission 1776 E. Washington St. Urbana, IL 61802 Direct Line: 217.819.4100 Fax: 217.328.2426  esierra@ccrpc.org http://www.cuuats.org/hstp **Please note anything discussed today is information only & does not endorse any single practice or policy.

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