Solano Mobility Study

P 7 p Solano Mobility Study for Older Adults and People with Disabilities Ch1: Introduction Chapter I Introduction The Solano Transportation Authority (STA) conducted two previous studies focusing on the transportation needs of older adults and people with disabilities.These were completed in 2004 and 2011. Much has changed since the last study was completed in 2011. Recommended programs were implemented and the transportation environment changed substantially. In addition, transit services changed and new types of services known “shared mobility” were introduced. Consequently, the STA determined it was time to update the transportation study focusing on older adults and people with disabilities. This study has been developed upon the strong foundation of extensive community outreach. Outreach was more extensive than for previous studies and was gathered at the city level. Mobility Summits were held in each of the seven cities along with community focus groups. User and Provider surveys collected further input. While the majority of the outreach for this study was conducted by STA staff, the STA also retained consultant services of ER Consulting and Potentiate to manage the overall project, outreach, and preparation of this study as well as to professional facilitate the Mobility Summits and community focus groups.The community focus groups were held with organizations familiar with the Solano older adult and people with disabilities community. The purpose of the community outreach was multi-faceted. Primary goals included identifying current and projected mobility challenges of older adults and people with disabilities as well as soliciting ideas for potential solutions.The focus of this study was general mobility, not on a specific mode. All modes were considered during the discussions with community members about (800) 535-6883 | solanomobility.org Mobility Summit for Older Adults and People with Disabilities We Listened – City Mobility Summits Legend Community Members Attended Surveys 2 Focus Groups per City Vacaville (3/23/18) § 50 § 290 Dixon (10/12/17) § 42 § 110 Fairfield (5/24/18) § 50 § 370 Suisun City (6/1/17) § 36 § 240 Rio Vista (4/7/17) § 23 § 360 Benicia (8/4/17) § 47 § 450 Vallejo (2/8/18) § 85 § 350 15