Dial-A-Ride Services with Fixed-Route Components
What does this measure?
This indicator measures the availability of Dial-A-Ride services in Orange County, New York, focusing on those with fixed-route components. It provides a breakdown of service providers, the communities they serve, and details on their operations, including if they offer fixed routes or on-demand services, such as ADA Paratransit. The information includes schedules, headways, and fares, highlighting how these services vary across different communities and offering both fixed and reservation-based options to meet local transportation needs.
Summary Statement
The data shows that several municipalities in Orange County have their own transit systems. The cities of Middletown and Newburgh both offer fixed-route services with on-demand ADA Paratransit, with varying headways. The Village of Kiryas Joel and the Town of Monroe also operate their own hybrid or loop services. For other smaller towns and cities, the data indicates that they rely on reservation-based "Other Municipal DARs" (Dial-A-Ride) which provide curb-to-curb service. This demonstrates a mix of different service models across the county, with fixed routes in higher populated areas and on-demand services in other locations.
Sources
https://www.orangecountygov.com/DocumentCenter/View/6030/2017-OCTC-Coordinated-Plan-Update-PDF?bidId