The Transportation Committee is looking for members!
Transportation issues continue to be a major barrier for individuals to live, work and participate in community activities. This committee will identify local transportation needs, collect data and match up local options. The committee will also work toward developing transportation strategies using public transportation and natural supports. The group will also identify and lobby for better funding to ensure public transportation options are available ( i.e. expanded metro routes, Para Transit services and dedicated funding) to meet the needs of individuals who reside independently in the community.
GOALS:
To provide a comprehensive transportation list
To coordinate a yearly vendor fair to highlight need of transportation and give venue for individuals to voice concerns/needs to vendors at the event.
Download an important update letter from OPWDD re: Respite Transportation: Transportation Respite Letter_Providers_4-5-2016
Upcoming Meetings:
Tuesday, May 4th
- Guest Speaker Katy O’Reilly, Program Manager for Open Doors Organization https://opendoorsnfp.org/ , is working on a project involving accessibility and transportation for people with disabilities with a focus on the Buffalo area. They are looking to connect with as many providers and users of transportation as they can in the coming weeks.
Wednesday, May 5th
- Webinar presented by Eno, which is titled: IMPROVING ACCESS FOR ALL: BRINGING ON-DEMAND TECHNOLOGY TO PARATRANSIT
If you are interested in participating, please contact the Committee Co-Chairs.
For more information, contact Committee Co-Chairs:
Jessica Reszityk, Summitt Center
Carol Machowski, OLV Services
[email protected]