ACB Focus: Transportation

20250709 1430 Tactile Walking Surface Indicators and Raised Sidewalk Applications for Vision Loss

Episode Notes20250709 1430 Tactile Walking Surface Indicators and Raised Sidewalk Applications for Vision Loss Originally Broadcasted July 9, 2025, on ACB Media   **          A discussion on what current information is being shared and raising awareness for cities, designers and community members. By StrongGo Industries, manufacturer of TekWay Tactile Warning Systems. In today's urbanized living, new is everywhere, and that can be challenging. New jobs, new streets, new parks, new schools, even with GPS it can be difficult to navigate. We strive to give designers of urban areas ideas of the challenges that come with limited vision or none at all, but also possible solutions for support with TWSIs. In this session, we discussed our current efforts to educate entities on Tactile Walking Surface Indicators and answer any questions the group may have. We also welcome feedback on how the message may be improved to be more effective.   Sponsored by: ACB Transportation Committee**

20250709 1600 Tactile Walking Surface Indicators and Raised Sidewalk Applications for Vision Loss

20250709 1600 Tactile Walking Surface Indicators and Raised Sidewalk Applications for Vision Loss Originally Broadcasted July 9, 2025, on ACB Media   A discussion on what current information is being shared and raising awareness for cities, designers and community members. By StrongGo Industries, manufacturer of TekWay Tactile Warning Systems. In today's urbanized living, new is everywhere, and that can be challenging. New jobs, new streets, new parks, new schools, even with GPS it can be difficult to navigate. We strive to give designers of urban areas ideas of the challenges that come with limited vision or none at all, but also possible solutions for support with TWSIs. In this session, we discussed our current efforts to educate entities on Tactile Walking Surface Indicators and answer any questions the group may have. We also welcome feedback on how the message may be improved to be more effective.   Sponsored by: ACB Transportation Committee

20250708 1730 Laying the Groundwork Public Transportation Basics for Advocates

20250708 1730 Laying the Groundwork Public Transportation Basics for Advocates Originally Broadcasted July 8, 2025, on ACB Media 2   Most decisions about public transportation are made locally. This means that it's local chapters and state affiliates who are on the front lines of advocating for better and more accessible public transportation. With this in mind, the ACB Transportation Committee offered this workshop, which covered the basics of how transit is regulated, funded, planned, operated and managed. It's practical information, that any ACB leader, transit advisory committee member, or anyone else concerned about transit can use to level up their transit advocacy skills.   Presenter: Ron Brooks, Phoenix, AZ

20230702 0900 To Mobility and Beyond-The Success with APS- Updates and User Stories

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 Gourgey * Ray Campbell * Chris Holloway, Polara Enterprises Edited By:  Michael Babcock

20230702 1030 Making the Case for a More Equitable Paratransit Future

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