ACB Focus: Transportation

20230702 1030 Making the Case for a More Equitable Paratransit Future Originally Broadcasted July 2, 2023, on ACB Media 3   Several ACB members described the policy and service changes that several transit agencies have made to improve the equity and service outcomes of their paratransit systems. Speakers also made recommendations for how individuals and ACB chapters can advocate for similar paratransit improvements in their home communities. Moderator: Ron Brooks, Founder and CEO, Accessible Avenue, Phoenix, AZ.   Edited By:  Larry Gassman

20230702 0900 To Mobility and Beyond-The Success with APS- Updates and User Stories Originally Broadcasted July 2, 2023, on ACB Media 3   Participants received updates on advocacy efforts in New York City and Chicago as well as perspectives on advocacy from a major provider of Accessible Pedestrian signals. Presenters: Karen GourgeyRay CampbellChris Holloway, Polara Enterprises Edited By:  Michael Babcock

20230704 1600 A Conversation with Uber Originally Broadcasted July 4, 2023, on ACB Media 4   Participants joined representatives from Uber to learn how they are improving the rideshare experience for passengers with disabilities, including service dog handlers. Moderated by Clark Rachfal, ACBs, Director of Advocacy and Governmental Affairs.   Edited By:  Larry Gassman

20230623 1430 OKO the Revolutionary New Pedestrian Crossing App Originally Broadcasted June 23, 2023, on ACB Media 3   OKO is a mobile application that uses the smartphone camera and artificial intelligence to bring back the status of the pedestrian light (WALK, DON'T WALK and COUNTDOWN) and helps you with not veering off into traffic when crossing the street. OKO doesn't require any additional infrastructure to be installed and does not rely on a Wi-Fi or cellular connection. No stress and greater safety while crossing the street.   Edited By:  Brian McCallen

20220705 A Conversation with Kelly Buckland, U.S. Department of Transportation Originally Aired July 5, 2022, on ACB Media   Attendees joined the ACB Transportation and Pedestrian and Environment Access Committees for a wide-ranging conversation regarding accessibility and disability rights with Mr. Kelly Buckland, Disability Advisor, Office of the Assistant Secretary on Policy, US Department of Transportation (Washington, DC).   Edited By: Regina Marie   Notes go here

20220704 To Mobility and Beyond - Yes You Can Originally Aired July 4, 2022, on ACB Media A panel of blind and Visually Impaired advocates shared their experiences successfully advocating for accessible pedestrian signals. Edited By: Tony Swartz

20220704 To Mobility and Beyond - Challenges Facing Pedestrians in 2022 Originally Aired July 4, 2022, on ACB Media You do not hear an APS (Audio Pedestrian Signal), you are not sure there is a crosswalk, and there's no parallel traffic. ... This presentation provided strategies you can use in challenging pedestrian situations. Attendees learned about some new environmental modifications that have been shown to help - but your informed advocacy is needed to get them implemented. Speaker: Beezy Bentzen Edited By: Douglas Hunsinger

20220703 To Mobility and Beyond - Update on Public Right-Of-Way Accessibility Guidelines (PROWAG) Originally Aired July 3, 2022, on ACB Media   Whether you travel with a cane or guide dog, you won't want to miss this session, as these guidelines are required for everyone to travel safely. The Access Board's Sarah Presley told us what is included in the PROWAG and updated us on where the DOT and DOJ are in formally adopting the Access Board's recommendations. ** Speaker: Sarah Presley, Accessibility Specialist, IS Access Board, Washington, DC.   Edited By: Regina Marie**

~~Pedestrian Control Over Drivers' Yielding: All pedestrians are reliant on drivers to yield when they share spaces like crosswalks with vehicles. Many variables affect drivers' behaviors. This presentation reviewed factors that affect the behaviors, emphasizing the principles and techniques pedestrian can use to increase the likelihood of drivers yielding. Presenters: ♣ Rev. Dr. Gene Bourquin, COMS, NY, NY ♣ Chiang Mai, Thailand Co-sponsored by: Environmental Access and Transportation Committees Recorded during the 2021 ACB National Convention on July 20~~