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45 <br /> E. Public Comments Received <br /> From: tonyblake@nc.rr.com <tonyblake@nc.rr.com> <br /> Sent: Thursday, May 19, 2022 9:20 AM <br /> To: Nishith Trivedi <ntrivedi@orangecountync.gov> <br /> Subject: [EXTERNAL MAIL!] Comments on ADA transit <br /> Hi Nish, <br /> I wanted to send you in writing my comments on the OC ADA transit program. <br /> Work: <br /> There seem to be a lot of programs out there that attempt to help the disabled who want to work get <br /> there, however there seems to be little coordination. Of course to make it worthwhile you would need <br /> to understand how many folks with a transit limiting disability there are and how many want to work. <br /> The SSA has a partner program that might be both a source of funding and a way to count these folks: <br /> https://choosework.ssa.gov/about/meet-your-employment-team/ <br /> And <br /> https://vourtickettowork.ssa.gov/resources/disability-hiring.html <br /> Emergency services/preparedness: <br /> 1) Inform the disabled and their families how to make transit accommodations in the event of a <br /> disaster. An updated list and plan for evacuation is priceless. Work with OCES. <br /> 2) Transit employees can learn a few signs (such as "I'm here to provide transit" "I'm here to help <br /> you") and carry an icon booklet. <br /> 3) items that need to travel with the person such as personal care items that are specific to the <br /> disability. Some medications will require temperature-regulated storage. Power wheelchairs <br /> and electronic mobile communication devices require battery-charging stations.This should be <br /> part the "how to make transit accommodations" above. Perhaps a checklist for the family? <br /> Doing these simple things will greatly assist any emergency shelter intake and smooth the efficient <br /> delivery of service. <br /> -Tony <br />