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APPENDIX H EMISSION . • <br /> TRANSPORTATION <br /> ImpactAction Steps Emissions <br /> T 1.1.1 Hire a Transportation Demand Management Coordinator Medium <br /> T 1.1.2 Implement changes to address service gaps in Northern OC by 2030 Medium <br /> T 1.1.3 Extend service hours by 3%and locations by 3% by 2030 Medium <br /> T 1.2.1 Develop plan to transition to EV buses High <br /> T 1.2.2 Monitor and adjust peak schedules to ensure more adequate and reliable services Medium <br /> in response to measured demand. <br /> T 1.3.1 Conduct a comprehensive study on successful micro-transit programs in other regions Medium <br /> for reference and insight; (i.e.Shared bike/car/scooter programs) <br /> T 1.3.2 Carry out stakeholder engagement to understand local commuting needs Low <br /> and identify key areas that would benefit from micro-transit. <br /> T 1.3.3 Expand Orange County Mobility on Demand services in selected areas Medium <br /> T 2.1.1 Partner with Health Department on messaging campaigns to Low <br /> emphasize health benefits of commuting(cleaner air) <br /> T 2.1.2 Expand Orange County Commuter Options program community-wide Medium <br /> participation by 5%annually from 2025 to 2030 <br /> T 2.2.1 Collaborate with chamber networks to host one <br /> Medium <br /> Orange County Commuter Options program seminar annually. <br /> T 3.1.1 Cross promote rides and educational programs with Parks and Recreation and Low <br /> Health Department to emphasize the health benefits of biking. <br /> T 3.1.2 Partner with local bike shops and bike clubs to provide programs on bike safety Low <br /> and bike rides <br /> T 3.2.1 Develop an E-Bike Subsidy Allocation Plan: In collaboration with local stakeholders <br /> and transportation experts, develop a plan that outlines the structure of the Low <br /> e-bike subsidy program <br /> T 3.2.2 Implement a Subsidy Application and Distribution Process: Create a clear and Low <br /> accessible application process for residents to apply for the e-bike subsidy <br /> T 3.3.1 Identify road closures in high traffic walkable areas of town Medium <br /> T 4.1.1 Implement"EV-first"vehicle purchasing policy to ensure that EVs are considered as Medium <br /> the primary replacement option for every vehicle <br /> T 4.1.2 Develop an EV maintenance training program and training on how to address Low <br /> and provide EV road assistance <br /> T 4.1.3 Conduct a review of charging infrastructure deployment, with an emphasis on <br /> rural connectivity, by 2025 High <br /> T 4.1.4 Develop a policy to reimburse County staff who charge County vehicles Low <br /> at their personal residence <br /> T 4.2.1 Increase number of EV charging stations community-wide High <br /> T 4.2.2 Apply for grants for EV infrastructure expansion High <br /> T 4.2.3 Create an EV playbook for businesses detailing different levels of chargers, Medium <br /> electrical capacity, and the process for installing EV chargers <br /> 1 ORANGE COUNTY, NC • APPENDICES <br />