ACB Focus: Transportation

Episode Notes20250709 1430 Tactile Walking Surface Indicators and Raised Sidewalk Applications for Vision Loss Originally Broadcasted July 9, 2025, on ACB Media   **          A discussion on what current information is being shared and raising awareness for cities, designers and community members. By StrongGo Industries, manufacturer of TekWay Tactile Warning Systems. In today's urbanized living, new is everywhere, and that can be challenging. New jobs, new streets, new parks, new schools, even with GPS it can be difficult to navigate. We strive to give designers of urban areas ideas of the challenges that come with limited vision or none at all, but also possible solutions for support with TWSIs. In this session, we discussed our current efforts to educate entities on Tactile Walking Surface Indicators and answer any questions the group may have. We also welcome feedback on how the message may be improved to be more effective.   Sponsored by: ACB Transportation Committee**

20250709 1600 Tactile Walking Surface Indicators and Raised Sidewalk Applications for Vision Loss Originally Broadcasted July 9, 2025, on ACB Media   A discussion on what current information is being shared and raising awareness for cities, designers and community members. By StrongGo Industries, manufacturer of TekWay Tactile Warning Systems. In today's urbanized living, new is everywhere, and that can be challenging. New jobs, new streets, new parks, new schools, even with GPS it can be difficult to navigate. We strive to give designers of urban areas ideas of the challenges that come with limited vision or none at all, but also possible solutions for support with TWSIs. In this session, we discussed our current efforts to educate entities on Tactile Walking Surface Indicators and answer any questions the group may have. We also welcome feedback on how the message may be improved to be more effective.   Sponsored by: ACB Transportation Committee

20250708 1730 Laying the Groundwork Public Transportation Basics for Advocates Originally Broadcasted July 8, 2025, on ACB Media 2   Most decisions about public transportation are made locally. This means that it's local chapters and state affiliates who are on the front lines of advocating for better and more accessible public transportation. With this in mind, the ACB Transportation Committee offered this workshop, which covered the basics of how transit is regulated, funded, planned, operated and managed. It's practical information, that any ACB leader, transit advisory committee member, or anyone else concerned about transit can use to level up their transit advocacy skills.   Presenter: Ron Brooks, Phoenix, AZ

20230702 1030 Making the Case for a More Equitable Paratransit Future Originally Broadcasted July 2, 2023, on ACB Media 3   Several ACB members described the policy and service changes that several transit agencies have made to improve the equity and service outcomes of their paratransit systems. Speakers also made recommendations for how individuals and ACB chapters can advocate for similar paratransit improvements in their home communities. Moderator: Ron Brooks, Founder and CEO, Accessible Avenue, Phoenix, AZ.   Edited By:  Larry Gassman

20230702 0900 To Mobility and Beyond-The Success with APS- Updates and User Stories Originally Broadcasted July 2, 2023, on ACB Media 3   Participants received updates on advocacy efforts in New York City and Chicago as well as perspectives on advocacy from a major provider of Accessible Pedestrian signals. Presenters: Karen Gourgey Ray Campbell Chris Holloway, Polara Enterprises Edited By:  Michael Babcock

20230704 1600 A Conversation with Uber Originally Broadcasted July 4, 2023, on ACB Media 4   Participants joined representatives from Uber to learn how they are improving the rideshare experience for passengers with disabilities, including service dog handlers. Moderated by Clark Rachfal, ACBs, Director of Advocacy and Governmental Affairs.   Edited By:  Larry Gassman

20230623 1430 OKO the Revolutionary New Pedestrian Crossing App Originally Broadcasted June 23, 2023, on ACB Media 3   OKO is a mobile application that uses the smartphone camera and artificial intelligence to bring back the status of the pedestrian light (WALK, DON'T WALK and COUNTDOWN) and helps you with not veering off into traffic when crossing the street. OKO doesn't require any additional infrastructure to be installed and does not rely on a Wi-Fi or cellular connection. No stress and greater safety while crossing the street.   Edited By:  Brian McCallen

20220705 A Conversation with Kelly Buckland, U.S. Department of Transportation Originally Aired July 5, 2022, on ACB Media   Attendees joined the ACB Transportation and Pedestrian and Environment Access Committees for a wide-ranging conversation regarding accessibility and disability rights with Mr. Kelly Buckland, Disability Advisor, Office of the Assistant Secretary on Policy, US Department of Transportation (Washington, DC).   Edited By: Regina Marie   Notes go here

20220704 To Mobility and Beyond - Yes You Can Originally Aired July 4, 2022, on ACB Media A panel of blind and Visually Impaired advocates shared their experiences successfully advocating for accessible pedestrian signals. Edited By: Tony Swartz

20220704 To Mobility and Beyond - Challenges Facing Pedestrians in 2022 Originally Aired July 4, 2022, on ACB Media You do not hear an APS (Audio Pedestrian Signal), you are not sure there is a crosswalk, and there's no parallel traffic. ... This presentation provided strategies you can use in challenging pedestrian situations. Attendees learned about some new environmental modifications that have been shown to help - but your informed advocacy is needed to get them implemented. Speaker: Beezy Bentzen Edited By: Douglas Hunsinger