Solano Mobility Study

P 94 p Solano Transportation Authority Ch7: Strategies Vehicle Share Program Solano non-profit organizations who transport older adults and people with disabilities who need a wheelchair accessible vehicle would be able use vehicles purchased for this program.This would be a partnership among the STA and participating non- profits. STA will initially purchase two wheelchair accessible vans and loan them to participating non- profits and government agencies on a reservation basis.The non-profits’ staff would drive the vehicles and their clients.The program began in 2019 and will be monitored and evaluated for possible modification and/or expansion. Lyft to SolanoExpress Program In early 2019, the STA expanded an existing program that offered subsidized Lyft rides to/from the Suisun City train station.The expanded program offers similar subsidized Lyft service to/from any SolanoExpress stop or Solano train station. Eighty percent (80%) of the Lyft ride is subsidized up to a $25 value. Establish ‘working group’ with medical providers to identify additional opportunities to improve mobility beyond Solano Older Adult Medical Trip Concierge Program A working group could evaluate and identify additional opportunities to improve mobility such as: u Monitor, evaluate, and rapidly respond to implementation issues concerning the new Solano Older Adult Medical Trip Concierge Program. u How to make transportation info easier to understand for front line medical provider staff and other key players u Develop information materials specific to location (print, electronic, other) u Proactive communication with public using new methods (Facebook live, Transit Screens, etc.) u Patient transportation access plans u Patient-facing program development Non-ADA local or intercity subsidized taxi/TNC program for older adults or people with disabilities Expand the eligibility beyond ADA qualified riders similar to the RTC 1 which offers discounted transit fares to individuals who have limitations but are not ADA eligible.The RTC criteria could be used or other criteria such as income, proximity to transit, or other criteria. Eligibility may be consistent throughout the county or areas of the county.This could also be a program that is reserved for individuals who have been evaluated and have no other viable option for key travel needs. With program enrollment, offer smartphone/app training. 1 Regional Transit Connection (RTC) card