The “Last 50 Feet” makes or breaks a One Transit journey.
Part 5 of the Introducing One Transit series: the “I” of TONICS As I’ve spoken about the One Transit strategy, a common objection I hear is, “Yeah, but what about the last 50 feet?” And it’s a great point: the entire trip succeeds or fails in successfully navigating the transfer. Solving this is the job…
Unlock 50% Paratransit Savings with Network Design: The “N” of the One Transit strategy Six Tonics
Why Frequency Equals Freedom (The Research Foundation) Over the last 15 years, there’s been a radical shift in how the transit industry defines good network design. The research is in: frequency, not mere coverage, trumps all else when it comes to attracting and retaining riders. A system with two high-frequency lines and a transfer (say,…
How to pick the right Operating Models for same-day paratransit
The goal of One Transit is simple: deliver modern fixed-route frequency to riders with disabilities—ideally 15 minute headways. Hitting that gold standard takes a blend of strategies that must take into consideration demand density, geography, and demand patterns, not to mention the quality of the existing fixed-route itself. The key is choosing the right operating…
Is Your Paratransit Technology Ready for One Transit? Use This Scorecard to Find Out.
The trick to a One Transit strategy is cost-effectively bringing the frequency of fixed-routes to riders with disabilities. The easier it is for riders with disabilities to travel on your fixed-route, the more your transit will: If you’re like most agencies, you already have pieces of the puzzle at hand. Last week, I introduced the…
How to Solve the Paratransit Paradox with the One Transit Strategy
Paratransit was designed as a compromise between transit agencies and individuals who are unable to use fixed-route transit: it promised equitable mobility in a way that didn’t blow up the transit budget. But the way we do paratransit is no longer sustainable economically nor socially. At its heart stands a troubling paradox: despite enforcing day-before…