Massachusetts Community Transportation News - May 18, 2023

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Community Transportation News

May 18, 2023

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Welcome to the May 18, 2023 issue of the Massachusetts Community Transportation News! Read on to learn about an opportunity to share input on mobility management in Massachusetts, grant opportunities, a national conference on mobility management, and specialty training on diversity and transportation.

Share your feedback on Regional Mobility Managers

Some states - such as Connecticut and New Hampshire - are divided into regions, and each region has a Regional Mobility Manager whose job is to help older adults, people with disabilities, and others who need a ride learn about their transportation options and find a ride, and/or help local organizations come together and collaborate to fill gaps in service and start new transportation programs. MassDOT has contracted with researchers from AECOM to explore whether a system of Regional Mobility Managers would be beneficial for Massachusetts, or whether something else would work better here. The researchers have learned from other states and are currently interviewing transit authorities, regional planners, a sampling of aging and disability services agencies, and other stakeholders across Massachusetts to hear practitioners' perspectives. In addition to these interviews, we would like to gather additional feedback, so we welcome you to fill out this survey to share your reactions and suggestions on what would benefit you and your consumers. Please fill out the survey by June 2. We look forward to hearing your thoughts!

If you have questions about the study, please contact us anytime.

Learn more about mobility management in Massachusetts.

Apply for a grant

MassDOT is currently accepting applications for two grant programs related to community transportation:

FY24 Community Transit Grant Program operating and mobility management grants. Contact us to receive application training and the application forms. Applications are due June 23. Note: this is only for the operating and mobility management grants; applications for wheelchair-accessible vehicles will open later this year.
Helping Hand Mini Grant - Regional Transit Authorities, Councils on Aging, and nonprofits that provide transportation in rural or small urban areas can apply for small grants for capital expenses. Applications are due June 16.

Learn about other funding opportunities through our funding for community transportation webpage.

Upcoming professional development opportunities

Attend a Virtual Forum - May 22

The National Center for Mobility Management is hosting a Mobility Management Forum on Monday, May 22 as part of an in-person conference in Oklahoma. Registration for the virtual livestream is free. Check out the agenda and register.

Diversity and Sensitivity in Transit - June 5

As part of the MArtap and MAurbanTAP driver training opportunities MassDOT offers to Regional Transit Authorities, Councils on Aging, and nonprofits, we occasionally offer specialty courses. This 2-hour webinar on Diversity and Sensitivity in Transit is designed to assist employees in maintaining effective customer service relationships by recognizing and responding to the diverse needs of individuals and groups they serve. To register, first determine whether you are eligible through MArtap or MAurbanTAP and then register through MArtap or register through MAurbanTAP.

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