NSN Aging/OPT - Transportation Development Plan Update for Orange County, NC for 1995-1999

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General Public Demand-Responsive Service in Hillsborough Area The current service on which this alternative will be built upon is the Senior Center nutrition trip serving the Hillsborough area. The new service (see Figure 4-2) will still coordinate with and meet the needs of the seniors. The service would be open to the general public during service hours, and would also be demand-responsive by advance reservation, at least 24 hour in advance, deviating from a general route. The vehicle and driver would be based in the Hillsborough area to minimize deadheading costs. System Operation The chosen service alternative does not necessitate any changes in OPT's operating and administrative procedures. Marketin¢ OPT recognizes that Triangle Transit Authority(TTA) has the regional authority for city-to-city public transportation, particularly for work trips. To the extent possible, OPT would coordinate this service with TTA, jointly publicizing the service. TTA support would be sought in identifying riders (through the Ridersharing Program). OPT should be develop and display flyers, promoting the new service. PRIVATE SECTOR PROCESS On July 8, 1995 a number of private sector firms were contacted about the TDP process and invited to present information about their experience and qualifications to the Committee. ( A copy of the letter (prepared by the PTD) and the list of fines receiving the letter is included in Appendix B.) Three private operators responded to the solicitation (Laidlaw Transit, Inc., Silvertrans, Inc./Airport Express, and Mayflower/Laidlaw.) An oral presentation to the Committee for the private operators was held on August 15, 1995. Of the three private operators, Michael Silvennan of Silvertrans, Inc./Airport Express, was present to make an oral presentation to the Committee. The Committee also reviewed a written presentation submitted by Laidlaw Transit, Inc. -43-