Agenda - 10-15-2024; 5-a - Short Range Transit Plan

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ORANGE COUNTY SHORT RANGE TRANSIT PLAN respondents favored midday weekday service the most, followed all services, including missed trips and lack of clear information, by Saturday service, while polling board respondents were most and there was strong support for proposals focused on improving interested in peak commute service and expanded morning and reliability and communication. Feedback on how to communicate evening hours. changes was also incorporated into the implementation steps for Participants desired improvements to transit services, including project proposals. reliability, frequency, extended coverage, on-demand options, Figure 4: Pop-Up Event at Seymour Senior Center and accessible information such as real-time tracking apps. ---SOL Additionally, they emphasized the importance of improving access to public transit through facilities like park and ride II facilities, bike lanes, and pedestrian infrastructure. PHASE 2 The second round of public engagement took place from August 19 to September 12, 2024, to gather feedback on the proposed strategies and implementation timeline, as well as continue to _t educate residents about Orange County's transportation options. The project team held a series of seven pop-up events at community centers, senior centers, shopping locations, and local 4 events across the service area. A short survey and informational flier were distributed both online and in print form in English, Spanish, and Mandarin to Orange County stakeholders and 14 I community centers, libraries, and apartments. 133 people completed the survey online or in person, and over 125 people participated in conversations with project staff at pop-up events and presentations. Overall, engagement participants were supportive of the proposed changes and improvements in the SRTP. Beyond the specific proposals, reliability continues to be a major concern for Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates