01114743

Monograph

http://www.trb.org/Publications/Blurbs/158196.aspx

This synthesis highlights the experiences of transit agencies that have attempted to depart from the traditional binary model of separate fixed-route and paratransit services by seeking a variety of ways to integrate their services, including the provision of paratransit feeder services, community bus or circulators, connectors, fixed-route fare incentives, and route deviation. This study places greater emphasis on feeder services and community services, but where agencies included other approaches to shifting potential paratransit riders to less costly modes, these are also discussed. As the compelling reason for setting up integrated service seems to be the need to manage paratransit costs or reduce the need for separate paratransit service, this synthesis aims to help transit agency staffs understand how the appropriate use of integrated services may help them accomplish their mission. Details about Northwestern states' transit agencies that appear to have taken a more proactive approach are explored. Telephone interviews with key stakeholders to obtain in-depth case studies and a site visit to an area in Oregon, rich with examples of successfully operating integrated service, yielded helpful information. One chapter holds case studies of eight transit agencies with integrated services and an appendix offers 14 other agencies' survey responses. One additional appendix holds a case study for Oahu, Hawaii, where feeder service was explored but not implemented. This report was accomplished through a review of the relevant literature and surveys of transit agencies.

Project J-7, Topic SB-16

English

56p

2008

TCRP Synthesis of Transit Practice

9780309098168

Print

Appendices (4) ; Figures (1) ; Maps (3) ; Photos (4) ; References; Tables (3)

Case studies; Fares; Feeder services; Fixed routes; Interviewing; Literature reviews; Paratransit services; Surveys; Transit operating agencies

Circulator shuttle; Community transportation; Integrated transportation systems; Route deviation; Service integration; Site visits

Northwestern United States; Oahu (Hawaii); Oregon

Highways; Planning and Forecasting; Public Transportation

TRIS, TRB, ATRI

Nov 12 2008 9:07AM