Mar 11th 2008, 07:34

Convenient Public Transportation For Disabled People

Travel made easy for physically-challenged citizens

Disabled people walking up the stairs can be aggravating. Imagine how much more frustrating it would be if they tried moving to and from places that are far apart.  These difficulties could go down a few notches if handicapped-friendly public transportation roamed within city and town limits the same way cabs are available in a busy metropolis.

Research showed that about 60% of disabled people between ages 16 and 64 have work, and thus, transportation is an issue.  The ‘New Freedom Program,’ which addresses the needs of handicapped Americans all over the country.  10% of the funds could be used for administration, planning, and technical assistance.  The rest is to be used for transportation improvement to accommodate disabled civilians and employment support services.  Transportation service projects must go beyond the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

Eligible applicants are States, designated by the governor in cooperation with local officials and local public transportation providers, which have a population of above 200,000 in huge urban areas, between 50,000 and 200,000 in small urban areas, and also rural areas.

Funding can differ on the level of the population where it’s awarded.  It can go as high as $5,700,000 for huge urban areas, $1,600,000 for small urban areas, and $1,000,000 for rural areas.

Go to www.fta.dot.gov/funding/grants/grants_financing_3549.html to access additional information and contacts.

 

 

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