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oters, Boating, Grant Opportunities and so much more! Mobility management practitioners cultivate partnerships and create or join collaborative efforts that include transportation providers, planners, and other community stakeholders. Many also take the lead in facilitating teams, meetings, public engagement sessions, and other forums. A principle goal of mobility management is to design local and regional solutions customized to fit the community’s needs, resources, and vision. Practitioners of mobility management embrace both tried-and-true offerings and innovative solutions. Launch and Sustain. When a mobility management practitioner—whether an individual or an agency—and partners have designed a new service or extension of a service, there are several steps they can take to ensure its launch is successful and sustainable:
Test assumptions about what parts will work and why
Design the new service to meet customer expectations and definition of usability, is operationally feasible, and can be shown to be financially viable
Begin with a limited launch, testing a small-scale version of the service in real time, and solicit feedback from a small group of end users
Modify the service based on feedback, and when satisfied, scale up to a full service
One consistent theme in the field of transportation is that there is never enough money. It is important to find ways to meet expanding demand with little-to-no increase in funding. Mobility management is one of the answers. For too long, big transit systems have focused on assets such as vehicles. With Uber and Lyft and other on-demand transportation services as well as advances in technology, the focus is shifting to customers’ needs. The bottom line: mobility managers are a transportation resource with untapped potential. As people are living longer and outliving their driving years, we must find ways to improve mobility. The problem is that very few people know about mobility managers, while many communities are unaware of federal funding available to pay for them. That is why I am proud to have co-authored the AARP report and this blog—because we need to raise awareness. On average, people spend between one and one and a half hours on the road each day, which is why in 2020 alone, a total of 21 trillion passenger kilometers were accumulated around the world. Cars are the most commonly used means of transportation. And the volume of traffic is expected to continue to rise. According to the experts, the number of passenger kilometers could increase by at least two and a half times by the middle of this century. More cars – More challenges
More and more vehicles means more and more challenges. At present, the transportation sector accounts for about 23 percent of energy-related carbon emissions, making it the largest emitter of carbon after the energy sector. Most carbon dioxide is released into the atmosphere over short distances in and around cities. In metropolitan areas, vehicle occupants experience the most frequent traffic jams, often condemned to idleness. In the USA, for example, a typical driver will have lost a total of 51 hours in 2022, according to one study. In the UK, the annual figure was 80 hours of traffic congestion, and in Germany, 40 hours. Indeed, innovative solutions are needed.

03/20/2024

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03/20/2024

🌟 Opportunity Alert! 🌟

The Institute for Human Services is looking to expand its team with individuals who are dedicated to making a positive impact in the community. If you're passionate about helping others and want to be part of a supportive and dynamic workplace, we want to hear from you!

Head over to our website page (www.ihsnet.org) for more information.

Let's make a difference together!

03/19/2024

Don’t forget to register for NCMM - Mobility Management Connections: Spring Into Mobility & Transportation Virtual Summit, March 18th -22nd 2024. Registration for all events can be found here: https://www.transit.dot.gov/events

Mobility management represents a forward-thinking strategy for effectively overseeing and providing synchronized transportation services to a diverse customer base, encompassing older adults, individuals with disabilities, and those with lower incomes. This approach prioritizes addressing the unique needs of each customer by offering a broad spectrum of transportation choices from diverse service providers while focusing on streamlining service coordination to optimize the transportation service delivery system. Mobility managers serve in various capacities - as policy coordinators facilitating the development of coordination plans, programs, and policies within communities, as brokers coordinating transportation services among customer segments, service providers, and funding agencies, and as travel navigators collaborating with human service agencies and workforce centers to address the travel and trip planning requirements of individuals receiving human service program assistance.

Spring Into Mobility & Transportation March 18th -22nd 2024 to learn from transportation professionals on how to better serve your communities with mobility.

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03/16/2024

This is awesome

Ed Begley Jr. has made a tradition of taking public transportation to the Academy Awards. And, like many commuters, he wears sensible shoes.

**🍀 "The Jig That Saved Seamus" 🍀****Chapter 1: The Pint of Destiny**The air crackled with anticipation in the cozy pub....
03/16/2024

**🍀 "The Jig That Saved Seamus" 🍀**

**Chapter 1: The Pint of Destiny**

The air crackled with anticipation in the cozy pub. Seamus O'Malley, a man with a twinkle in his eye and a shamrock-shaped birthmark on his left cheek, leaned against the bar. Saint Patrick's Day—the one day when the whole world turned Irish—was upon them. The Guinness flowed like liquid gold, and Seamus's liver, seasoned by years of merriment, braced itself.

**Chapter 2: Bar Hopping Under the Emerald Moon**

Seamus embarked on his quest for revelry. He danced from pub to pub, each one a portal to another dimension. At O'Leary's, he clinked glasses with Bridget, a fiery redhead who claimed to be part leprechaun. "Seamus," she said, "tonight, the stars are our ceilidh partners."

And so they danced—the fiddle's lament echoing off ancient walls, feet tapping out forgotten stories. Seamus spun Bridget, and the room blurred into a kaleidoscope of laughter and green hats. "I'm flying!" Seamus shouted, though his feet remained firmly on the ground.

**Chapter 3: The Dark Turn**

As midnight approached, Seamus stumbled out of O'Leary's. The moon hung low, casting shadows on the cobblestone streets. His car sat there, keys dangling like forbidden fruit. "I'll be grand," he slurred. "Just a wee drive home."

But fate had other plans. A spectral figure materialized—a piper with eyes like ancient whiskey barrels. "Seamus O'Malley," the piper intoned, "ye've danced with joy tonight. But now, ye face a reckoning."

Seamus squinted. "Who are ye?"

"I'm Paddy McSoul-Saver," the piper said. "Ye drove under the influence, and now ye must pay the piper."

**Chapter 4: The Piper's Price**

Paddy led Seamus to a crossroads—the very spot where legends were born and hangovers were brewed. "Seamus," Paddy said, "ye've got two choices. Face the consequences or dance for eternity."

Seamus considered. "Eternity sounds grand. But what's the catch?"

Paddy grinned, revealing teeth as sharp as whiskey glasses. "Ye'll dance the Riverdance, Seamus. Forever. And every time ye miss a step, a blister forms on yer soul."

Seamus gulped. "What's the alternative?"

"Ye'll serve community service," Paddy said. "Teach tipsy leprechauns to tap dance. And no more Guinness."

Seamus weighed his options. "Fine, I'll dance. But can I keep the shamrock tattoo?"

Paddy nodded. "Ye'll need it. Now, Seamus, let's see those Irish feet move!"

**Epilogue: A Jig for Life**

And so, Seamus O'Malley danced. His legs blurred, his heart raced, and the moon watched in awe. He tapped on rainbows, pirouetted on clover leaves, and moonwalked across the Milky Way.

Paddy played the bagpipes, and the stars clapped their cosmic hands. Seamus's blisters popped and healed, and he laughed—a wild, joyful sound that echoed through eternity.

As for his liver? It retired to a beach in the Bahamas, sipping piña coladas.

And that, my friends, is how Seamus O'Malley paid the piper—with a jig that rocked the heavens and left the angels tapping their halos.

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**Remember, fellow revelers:** 🚫🍺 **Don't drink and drive.** 🚫🍺

May your laughter be contagious, your steps sure, and your taxi always waiting. Sláinte! 🌟🚕

Have a Great St. Pats!

-Eddie

🌟🚌🚏 **Save the Date: Rural Transit Mavericks Unite!** 🚏🚌🌟🌟 *Embark on a Journey of Transformation with Robin Phillips: S...
03/16/2024

🌟🚌🚏 **Save the Date: Rural Transit Mavericks Unite!** 🚏🚌

🌟🌟 *Embark on a Journey of Transformation with Robin Phillips: Steering Rural Transit Toward New Horizons* 🌟🌟

Are you ready, New York? Get set for an electrifying rendezvous with the unstoppable force in rural transit, Robin Phillips! 🚀 Born to blaze trails and ignite revolutions, Robin's journey from law to the dynamic world of transportation is a saga of passion, innovation, and community fervor. 🌟

Join us for a unique voyage into the heart of rural transit as we chart a course toward equitable mobility for all! 🌟

📅 **Save the Date:**
Date: March 19, 2024
Time: 1:30 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

🛣️ **Navigating the Routes of Public Transit: Challenges and Opportunities** 🚍
Just like navigating the routes of public transit, upstate New York faces its own set of challenges and opportunities in transportation. From sprawling rural landscapes to dispersed populations, the region grapples with connectivity gaps and limited access to transit options. But within these challenges lie opportunities for innovation and growth, as communities seek to expand transit networks and enhance mobility for residents. 🌟

🚏 **Driving Progress with Robin Phillips: How Public Transit Will Help** 🚌
With Robin Phillips at the helm, we're poised for a future of accessible and efficient transportation! Here's how we're set to drive progress:

- **Customized Transit Routes:** Tailored routes to address the unique challenges of upstate New York and Steuben County.
- **Forging Alliances:** Collaborating with transit partners to bridge connectivity gaps and expand options.
- **Empowering Transit Drivers:** Equipping professionals with skills to navigate rural transit complexities.

🌟 *Why Ride Along with Us:* 🌟
- Insights from a Transit Expert
- Building Community Connections
- Empowerment and Inspiration

🎉 **Special Guests in Attendance:** Representatives from FTA, NY State DOT, FEMA, Homeland Security, and more!

📌 **Moderator:** Bill Telovsky from New York State DOT will be moderating and introducing Robin.

📌 *No Pre-Registration Required:* This is a free, open-to-the-public meeting for educational purposes.

🔍 **Opportunity Areas in Steuben County and Upstate Rural New York:** Targeted strategies to meet diverse transit needs.

🔗 *Explore National RTAP Resources:* Access training, peer support, and more!
- [National RTAP Resource Library](https://www.nationalrtap.org/Resource-Library)
- [Mobility Management Resources](https://www.nationalrtap.org/Resources-by-Topic/Mobility-Management)
- [Training and Capacity Building](https://www.nationalrtap.org/Training)
- [Peer Support Networks](https://www.nationalrtap.org/Peer-Networks)

🔗 *Connect with Robin Phillips:* Join the Zoom meeting and ride toward a future of accessible, equitable transit—together.
- [Zoom Meeting Link](https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83209192607?pwd=WFZGT09KZ01vUFR0ekljR3J6SE1yQT09)
- Meeting ID: 832 0919 2607
- Passcode: 917900

🌟 Don't miss this transformative journey—mark your calendars and spread the word! 🌟

National RTAPNational Center for Rural Road SafetyNational Center for Applied Transit TechnologyCTAAUnited Way of the Southern TierThe Institute for Human Services, Inc.

03/13/2024

New Rural Transit Day Proclamation Template Available
https://www.nationalrtap.org/News/Rural-Transit-Day

Although Rural Transit Day is not until July 16, 2024, we are sharing this new resource so organizations can start to plan. Several individuals have requested a Rural Transit Day Proclamation Template, so we created one with assistance from Bakari Height, Transit Organizer, Labor Network For Sustainability .

To access the template, visit the Rural Transit Day web page and click on the second button in the right-hand column (under the Take the Pledge button). The template will download to your computer. It is a Word document that can be fully customized and can be used at every level, including by transit agencies, municipalities, elected officials, etc. If you have any questions about the template, please contact us at [email protected]

T Minus 2 weeks... The GAME CHANGER-MIRACLE MAKER HERSELF !!Robin Phillips- Steuben Transportation Advisory Commitee = P...
03/06/2024

T Minus 2 weeks... The GAME CHANGER-MIRACLE MAKER HERSELF !!

Robin Phillips- Steuben Transportation Advisory Commitee = Priceless!

National RTAP

National RTAP Executive Director Robin Phillips will address the Steuben County Human Services Transportation Advisory Committee (New York) on March 19, 2024 from 1:30-3:00 PM ET. All are welcome to attend. No preregistration is necessary; join at the time of the meeting at https://lnkd.in/eikQR5BH? pwd=WFZGT09KZ01vUFR0ekljR3J6SE1yQT09 .

The only worthwhile comparison is YOU Yesterday VS YOU Today. If you want to be happy ... Focus on THAT!
03/05/2024

The only worthwhile comparison is YOU Yesterday VS YOU Today.

If you want to be happy ... Focus on THAT!

Christmas came early Here in The Steuben County Mobility Management Office this year. I Just received all my Requested T...
03/05/2024

Christmas came early Here in The Steuben County Mobility Management Office this year. I Just received all my Requested Transportation Training Materials. I can't wait to dive in and spread the knowledge. All thanks to National RTAP

For more information and to get valuable tools and training material visit https://lnkd.in/e-Mg-gzV

03/04/2024

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