Summary August 24 2023 3rd TAC Coordinated Plan Rewrite (Youtube) youtu.be
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The Vale Lorraine County Mobility Manager organized a meeting to revise the transportation plan and tackle existing obstacles.
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- Sharon Pearson hosted the third transportation planning meeting in Lorraine County to improve transportation by collaborating with various providers, agencies, and organizations.
- The meeting focused on rewriting the transportation plan to determine if current goals are sufficient or if new goals need to be established.
- A resident from Overland shared his experiences with transportation, highlighting the struggles faced by those without reliable options.
- Matt Brady presented survey results on transportation usage and satisfaction, revealing a desire for more environmentally-friendly options and better communication of available transportation options.
- Efforts are being made to address issues such as better connections to areas like Avon Lake, language barriers, timeliness in pickups and drop-offs, securing passengers in wheelchairs, and funding challenges.
- Collaboration between different entities and the use of micro-transit systems, improved technology, and signage were mentioned as potential solutions.
- The importance of selling transportation services as an economic development tool and creating routes that serve job locations for support from the state.
- The need for a structured plan, clear funding requirements, and accurate data on transportation needs and preferences.
Summaries
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The Vale Lorraine County Mobility Manager hosted a meeting to rewrite the transportation plan and address challenges.
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The Vale Lorraine County Mobility Manager hosted a meeting to rewrite the transportation plan and address the challenges faced in the area. Survey results revealed a need for better communication and more environmentally-friendly options. Lack of funding was identified as a major challenge. Discussions included potential solutions such as collaboration, improved technology, and workforce training. Key points from another meeting touched on government efficiency, funding challenges, access to broadband, and addressing transportation needs for seniors. Overall, collaboration, flexibility, and data-driven decision-making were highlighted as important factors in improving transportation services in Lorraine County.
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The Vale Lorraine County Mobility Manager, Sharon Pearson, hosted a meeting to rewrite the transportation plan and determine if new goals are necessary. The success of the mobility management program and transportation providers relies on these goals. A resident from Overland shared his experiences with transportation, highlighting the struggles faced by those without reliable options. Survey results on transportation usage and satisfaction revealed that most respondents relied on self-driving and desired more environmentally-friendly options. Lack of awareness about the Lorraine County Mobility Management Program indicated a need for better communication. Discussions during the meeting brought up the need for better connections to areas like Avon Lake, surveys and transportation materials in Spanish, timeliness in pickups and drop-offs, securing passengers in motorized wheelchairs, and managing expectations. Lack of funding emerged as a major challenge. Collaboration between entities, micro-transit systems, improved technology, and a central location for transportation information were discussed as potential solutions. Adequate workforce and driver training were acknowledged as important, as well as selling transportation services as an economic development tool. In another meeting on transportation issues, key points were raised regarding government transportation efficiency, conducting a real study to assess transportation needs, flexibility in implementing solutions, funding challenges, access to broadband, overcoming negative perceptions about public transportation, micro-transit options, delivery services, partnerships with organizations serving seniors, socialization for senior populations, accurate data gathering through surveys and studies, upcoming events to engage with residents, and a fundraising event hosted by P.A.R. to support the community and address transportation needs. Overall, the meetings highlighted the importance of collaboration, flexibility, and data-driven decision-making in improving transportation services in Lorraine County.
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The Vale Lorraine County Mobility Manager, Sharon Pearson, hosted a meeting to rewrite the transportation plan and determine if new goals are necessary. The success of the mobility management program and transportation providers relies on these goals. During the meeting, a resident from Overland shared his experiences with transportation, highlighting the struggles faced by those without reliable options. Matt Brady presented survey results on transportation usage and satisfaction, revealing that most respondents relied on self-driving and desired more environmentally-friendly options. The survey also showed a lack of awareness about the Lorraine County Mobility Management Program, indicating a need for better communication. The meeting emphasized the importance of accessible and affordable transportation options in Lorraine County and efforts to address these issues.
Discussions during the meeting brought up the need for better connections to areas like Avon Lake, surveys and transportation materials in Spanish, timeliness in pickups and drop-offs, securing passengers in motorized wheelchairs, and managing expectations. Lack of funding emerged as a major challenge, with comparisons made to Lake County's transit system. Collaboration between entities, micro-transit systems, improved technology, and a central location for transportation information were discussed as potential solutions. Adequate workforce and driver training were acknowledged as important, as well as selling transportation services as an economic development tool.
In another meeting on transportation issues, key points were raised. One participant noted the need to make government transportation more efficient, citing cost savings for transporting veterans. A video about the success of an on-demand service called V in Wilson, North Carolina was shared, emphasizing its impact on people's lives and the importance of conducting a real study to assess transportation needs. Flexibility in implementing solutions, addressing funding challenges, ensuring access to broadband, and overcoming negative perceptions about public transportation were emphasized. Options like micro-transit, delivery services, and partnerships with organizations serving seniors were discussed. The importance of socialization and balancing technology with human interaction for senior populations was highlighted. Recommendations were made to conduct surveys and studies to gather accurate data on transportation needs and preferences. Upcoming events, such as a right-along tour and community meetings, were mentioned to further engage with residents and gather feedback. A fundraising event hosted by P.A.R. was also announced, aiming to support the community and address its transportation needs.
Overall, the meetings highlighted the importance of collaboration, flexibility, and data-driven decision-making in improving transportation services in Lorraine County. Efforts were made to address issues such as accessibility, affordability, communication, and funding challenges. The need for better connections, surveys in Spanish, timeliness in pickups and drop-offs, securing passengers in motorized wheelchairs, managing expectations, and adequate workforce and driver training were discussed. Selling transportation services as an economic development tool and conducting accurate studies to assess community needs were emphasized. The importance of options like micro-transit, delivery services, and partnerships with organizations serving seniors was recognized. Surveys and studies were recommended to gather accurate data, and upcoming events were mentioned to further engage with residents. The fundraising event hosted by P.A.R. aimed to support the community and address transportation needs.
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Sharon Pearson, the Vale Lorraine County Mobility Manager, hosted a meeting focused on rewriting the transportation plan to determine if new goals are needed. The funding for the mobility management program and transportation providers relies on the success of these goals. During the meeting, a resident from Overland shared his experiences with transportation, highlighting the struggles faced by those without access to reliable transportation options. Matt Brady presented survey results on transportation usage and satisfaction, revealing that a majority of respondents relied on self-driving for transportation and desired more environmentally-friendly options. The survey also showed a lack of awareness about the Lorraine County Mobility Management Program, indicating a need for better communication. The meeting emphasized the importance of accessible and affordable transportation options in Lorraine County and efforts to address these issues.
Discussion during the meeting brought up the need for better connections to areas like Avon Lake and efforts to create surveys and transportation materials in Spanish. Timeliness in pickups and drop-offs, securing passengers in motorized wheelchairs, and managing expectations were also mentioned. The lack of funding emerged as a major challenge, with comparisons made to Lake County's transit system. Collaboration between different entities and potential solutions such as micro-transit systems, improved technology, and a central location for transportation information were discussed. Adequate workforce and driver training were acknowledged as important, as well as selling transportation services as an economic development tool.
In another meeting discussing transportation issues, key points were raised. One participant mentioned the need to make government transportation more efficient, citing an example of cost savings for transporting veterans. A video about the success of an on-demand service called V in Wilson, North Carolina was shared, highlighting its impact on people's lives and the importance of conducting a real study to assess transportation needs. Flexibility in implementing transportation solutions, addressing funding challenges, ensuring access to broadband, and overcoming negative perceptions about public transportation were emphasized. Options like micro-transit, delivery services, and partnerships with organizations serving seniors were discussed. The importance of socialization and balancing technology with human interaction for senior populations was highlighted. Recommendations were made to conduct surveys and studies to gather accurate data on transportation needs and preferences. Upcoming events, such as a right-along tour and community meetings, were mentioned to further engage with residents and gather feedback. A fundraising event hosted by an organization called P.A.R. was also announced, aiming to support the community and address its transportation needs.
Overall, the meetings highlighted the importance of collaboration, flexibility, and data-driven decision-making in improving transportation services in Lorraine County. Efforts were made to address issues such as accessibility, affordability, communication, and funding challenges. The need for better connections, surveys in Spanish, timeliness in pickups and drop-offs, securing passengers in motorized wheelchairs, managing expectations, and adequate workforce and driver training were discussed. Selling transportation services as an economic development tool and conducting accurate studies to assess community needs were emphasized. The importance of options like micro-transit, delivery services, and partnerships with organizations serving seniors was recognized. Surveys and studies were recommended to gather accurate data, and upcoming events were mentioned to further engage with residents. The fundraising event hosted by P.A.R. aimed to support the community and address transportation needs.
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Sharon Pearson, the Vale Lorraine County Mobility Manager, hosted the third of four coordinated transportation planning meetings. The purpose of these meetings is to improve transportation in Lorraine County by collaborating with various transportation providers, government agencies, and nonprofit organizations. This meeting focused on rewriting the transportation plan to determine if the current goals are still sufficient or if new goals need to be established. The funding for the mobility management program and transportation providers relies on the success of these goals. The meeting was recorded and will be available on the Move County website.
During the meeting, a resident from Overland shared his experiences with transportation, highlighting the struggles faced by those without access to reliable transportation options. The resident mentioned the need for improved bus routes, especially to destinations outside of Lorraine County. He also emphasized the importance of transportation for employment opportunities and social activities. The video served as a reminder of the challenges faced by individuals who rely on public transportation.
Following the video, Matt Brady presented the survey results on transportation usage and satisfaction. The survey revealed that a majority of respondents relied on self-driving for transportation, while a significant portion expressed a desire for more environmentally-friendly options. Smartphone apps and electronic trip requests were identified as appealing features for transportation services. Grocery shopping and medical appointments were identified as the most commonly visited destinations.
The survey also showed that many respondents were not aware of the Lorraine County Mobility Management Program, indicating a need for better communication and promotion of available transportation options. The data collected from the survey will be used to identify areas for improvement and develop strategies to meet the needs of residents.
Overall, the meeting highlighted the importance of accessible and affordable transportation options in Lorraine County. The survey results provided valuable insights into the preferences and challenges faced by residents, particularly those with disabilities and low income. Moving forward, efforts will be made to address these issues and improve transportation services to enhance the quality of life for all residents in Lorraine County.
During a discussion on transportation services, it was mentioned that there is a need for better connections to areas like Avon Lake. Currently, there is an on-demand service provided by Lauren County transit, but it is only available for work purposes and has limited hours of operation. The low Spanish-speaking population was also mentioned as a potential barrier to reaching out to the community effectively. Efforts are being made to create surveys and transportation materials in Spanish. The issue of timeliness in pickups and drop-offs was raised, with the speaker emphasizing the challenges of factors like the number of passengers and the time it takes for individuals to board and disembark from the bus. It was also mentioned that there have been issues with properly securing passengers in motorized wheelchairs. The need for managing expectations and educating the public about the limitations of the transportation service was discussed. The lack of funding emerged as a major challenge, with comparisons made to Lake County's transit system, which has a dedicated sales tax. In Lorraine County, attempts to pass a dedicated sales tax for transit have been unsuccessful. The need for outlining a clear plan for funding and addressing economic development goals in order to gain support from elected officials and taxpayers was emphasized. Collaboration between different entities such as government, hospitals, employers, and educational institutions was seen as an opportunity to improve transportation services. The use of micro-transit systems, improved technology, and signage, as well as the creation of a central location for transportation information, were mentioned as potential solutions. The need for adequate workforce and driver training was acknowledged, along with the challenges of hiring and retaining drivers. The importance of selling transportation services as an economic development tool that benefits both workers and the community was highlighted. It was suggested that focusing on job locations and creating routes that serve those areas would help gain support from the state. The need for a structured plan and clear funding requirements was mentioned as a weakness that should be addressed in order to effectively sell the transportation plan to elected officials and the public. The contribution from the county commissioners to the transportation budget was mentioned as $300,000, which is used to leverage additional funding from federal, state, and local sources.
During a meeting discussing transportation issues, several key points were raised. One participant mentioned the need to make government transportation more efficient, citing an example of how they were able to transport veterans for less than $1.25 per mile compared to the previous cost of over $4 per mile. Another participant shared a video about a program called V, which is an on-demand service that provides reliable transportation. The video showcased the success of the program in Wilson, North Carolina, where they were able to provide transit service to the entire city with an average wait time of 15 minutes. The program has had a significant impact on people's lives, providing them with affordable transportation options and helping them access employment opportunities. The video also highlighted the importance of conducting a real study to accurately assess the transportation needs of the community. The participants discussed the need for flexibility in implementing transportation solutions, as different communities may require different approaches. They also emphasized the importance of addressing funding challenges and ensuring access to broadband for effective implementation of transportation services. Additionally, they discussed the obstacles of resistance from certain communities and the need to overcome negative perceptions about public transportation. The participants agreed that a comprehensive approach is needed, including options like micro-transit, delivery services, and partnerships with organizations serving seniors. They also highlighted the importance of socialization and the need to balance technology with human interaction for senior populations. The participants recommended conducting surveys and studies to gather accurate data on transportation needs and preferences. They also discussed upcoming events, such as a right-along tour and community meetings to further engage with residents and gather feedback. Finally, they announced a fundraising event hosted by an organization called P.A.R., which aims to support the community and address its transportation needs. Overall, the meeting highlighted the opportunities and challenges in improving transportation services in the community and emphasized the importance of collaboration, flexibility, and data-driven decision-making.
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