Guidebook for Planning Small Urban and Rural Transportation Programs. Volume 2

摘要

The two-volume manual was designed to be used by existing rural transportation operators to improve their operations, and by other communities to determine needs and develop new programs. The guidebook presents its information in a logical planning sequence, beginning with material on determining local public transportation needs and estimating potential ridership. This second volume explores implementation issues including involving the local community in planning to give it a stake in the new service, a step-by-step set of procedures for getting started and methods to monitor operating performance. (The first volume, DOT-T-91-07, describes how to inventory existing local services, assess the suitability of alternative transit options, and determine possible equipment/facility needs. It discusses the alternative funding sources available, and describes key general operating policies and procedures which impact system cost and efficiency).